These luxury adventure vacations take the slow road through some of the world most fascinating wine regions. TravelWizard.com, has an outstanding collection of adventure vacation for wine connoisseurs as well as nature lovers, thrill seekers and the adventure minded of all ages. For more information call 800-330-8820 and ask to speak to one of our Virtuoso Adventure Vacation Specialists.
Burgundy, France Wine & Walking Vacation
Priced from $5295.00
Yes, Burgundy is about the wine, but it’s more than that. The pinots may be the stars of the show, but it’s the supporting cast – the places and faces and the bike-friendly roads that bind them – that define the region. In Beaune we’ll be guided by our special friend and host, Chantal, who will help us understand the relationship Beaune has with wine – an excellent prelude to our dinner in a wine cellar. To Burgundian locals, time is measured by the season. For us, it is calculated by the kilometre, the meal and the vintage.
La Rioja, Spain Wine & Biking Vacation
Priced From $5495.00
The ancient wine region of La Rioja, the smallest of Spain’s regions, is really a range of hills that straddle the Ebro River in north-central Spain. Like the rest of the country, La Rioja is moving rapidly into the 21st century and to the forefront of both haute cuisine and design. Our route crisscrosses the river, traversing not only the up-and-down hill towns in wine country but also some of the quiet valleys and farmland to the south. We’ll get going in the Basque Mountains, enjoying the vantage points and easygoing riding the gentle farmland hills afford us. We will coast through vineyards, stopping for tastings along the way (of course!). Heading south we join up with the famous Camino de Santiago, and meet pilgrims on the road to Santiago. Our return to wine country sends us to the fantastic Gehry-designed Marqués de Riscal hotel. Delicious.
Chianti, Italy Wine & Biking Vacation
Priced From $4595.00
Though we’d like to spend five years in Tuscany, we know time isn’t always in infinite supply. And so you can bet we make sure this five-day vacation includes the very best Tuscany has to offer. Yes, it’s a whirlwind, but we also make sure you find time to relax. Most of all, it gives you that perfect taste – a little bit of everything – that we know will see you coming back for more. So, get ready for: superb wines, the Chianti countryside, medieval towns, bike rides through forests, authentic bruschetta, more Chianti wines… and la dolce vita.
Santa Barbara, California Wine & Biking Vacation
Priced From $5995.00
Ah, southern California: land of picturesque vineyards, rugged mountain trails, sleepy cowboy towns and fresh air by the lungful. Wait… what? You read that right. There’s a place down there that makes the Golden State truly live up to its lofty nickname; where world-class wineries, first-rate biking routes, sophisticated lodging and a positively balmy climate all live happily ever after. Welcome to Santa Barbara. On this trip, we’ll show you a slice of SoCal that most folks never see. Gorgeous coastlines and pristine beaches, mountain rides and lazy seaside strolls, bandit routes and palatial estates, exquisite wines and a dazzling array of international cuisines. Santa Barbara has it all, and then some. And best of all, the locals believe in sharing the wealth.
Argentina Wine & Walking Vacation
Priced From $5995.00
Argentina’s great northwest is a huge region of stunning vistas – big skies, enormous canyons and mountain peaks, and an awe-inspiring array of colors. On our walking trip you will see it all: vineyards and fruit orchards side by side with deserts, adobe villages in the foothills of the snow-capped Andes, and rugged hills lining lush green valleys. And we will make sure that you just as intimately come to know the people, whose harmonious mix of native and Hispanic traditions have made the northwest the heartland of Argentina.
South Africa Wine & Biking Vacation
Priced From $6995.00
We show you the highlights: the glorious Cape and the farmlands of Paarl; the historic vineyards of Franschhoek Valley; seaside nature reserves and the fishing village of Hermanus; and spectacular Kwandwe Game Park – where all the luxury in the world doesn’t diminish the raw excitement of waking to a lion’s roar. With three days each of biking, walking and game viewing, we’re not afraid of variety. We selected our hotels with the same philosophy in mind – taking you to a Cape Dutch country house, an elegant French hotel, a chic seaside hideaway, and an exquisite private game lodge.
Sicily Wine & Biking Vacation
Priced From $5995.00
We travel deep into the lesser-known corners of this Mediterranean island to appreciate its true possibilities by bike. Starting with Sicily’s sublime southeast, we ride along quiet roads past baroque wonders, soaking up views of the seashore and stopping for wine tastings and a visit with family farmers who share their passion for cheese. As we move on to the southwest coastal plain, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve crossed continents. Morocco comes to mind as you approach our sparkling retreat set among vineyards and olive groves. A sip of local Marsala should set the record straight.
