Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara, 10:00am to 3:00pm

Level of difficulty: Easy to Moderate.

Cost: $115 per person, 4 person min

Total biking distance: 20 miles.

Overview

This ride is great for all skill levels. We start high in the mountains and head downhill, stopping to enjoy some of the area’s most loved locations including the Santa Barbara Mission. Includes cycling gear, knowledgeable guides, natural and human history, lunch and van shuttle.

Please note: Online reservations are only available for this activity once minimum numbers are met. If you have a group of four or more, please call or email our office to book. (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877) 885-WAVE. Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara, 10am-5:00pm.

Level of difficulty: Moderate.

Cost: $155, 2 person minimum.

Total biking distance: 10-12 miles, mostly flat and rolling hills.

Fees include: Air-conditioned van service, all bikes and cycling equipment, all wine tasting fees (private tastings available for groups of 10+), enjoyable lunch, cold beverages, knowledgeable guide, discussion on wine making as well as natural and human history.

Overview

This tour takes us into the heart of the Santa Ynez wine country, home to several very popular California vintners. We depart by van in the morning and head to the Foxen Canyon Trail, which is perfect for touring by mountain bike. This old stagecoach road has few hills while rolling through scenic vineyards and ranch lands. The close proximity of several notable vintners all within short pedaling distance makes this day’s ride very enjoyable.

Your group will be picked up by air-conditioned vans at a prearranged meeting spot 10:00am. We will then shuttle your group to the Santa Ynez Valley. After getting riders fitted, we peddle to our first winery. Once there, the winery staff takes us for a wine tasting. Then we peddle on to the next stop. Distances between wineries range from 3 to 7 miles. Your guides will cover local human history and insight into wine region along the way.

Lunch will be served in the shade at a favorite winery. Your guides will prepare an enjoyable deli lunch with lots of options, including crisp, locally grown veggies, deli quality lunchmeat, and a selection of fresh bread and fixings. Cold beverages and bottled water will be provided.

We visit 3 local favorites in the area. Each winery has their unique vintages and award winning selections. Managers and wine makers themselves often meet us during tastings. Winery staff offer insight into specific blends and selections, and several wineries extend discounts on wine purchases to our guests.

This tour receives rave reviews from guests. We have done similar wine tours for travel writers, corporate groups, bachelorette and birthday parties. This is the wine tour that was featured on the television show Giuliana and Bill.

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara, 10:00am to 3:00pm

Level of difficulty: Intermediate-Difficult.

Cost: $135 per person, 4 person min

Total biking distance: 20 miles. Mountain biking experience required.

Overview

This all downhill ride is for experienced cyclists who want a challenge. Starting high in the mountains, we enjoy a variety of riding conditions from paved roads to single-track trails. Includes instruction, van shuttle, cycling equipment, knowledgeable guide and lunch.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877) 885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara, 10:00am to 3:00pm

Level of difficulty: Mostly downhill, easy to moderate riding conditions.

Cost: $129 per person, 6 person minimum

Total biking distance: Total riding distance can be anywhere from 9 to 17 miles.

Includes: Cycling gear, knowledgeable guides, discussions on natural and human history, and bottled waters.

Optional: Wine tasting at Old Creek Ranch Winery (along the way). Charter and food service is additional. Please contact us for more information.

Overview

This ride is a rolling downhill adventure along a well-groomed trail, starting in the heart of Ojai (a quaint village nestled in a valley between Lake Casitas and Los Padres National Forest) and ending at historic Foster Park or the Pacific Ocean at the Ventura Pier. In places riders will find themselves tucked behind the ridgeline, lending a sense of solitude while winding through the magnificent Ventura River Valley. Total riding distance can be anywhere from 9 to 17 miles.

As a conversion of the 100 year-old railroad line that served to haul oranges from local orchards to markets around the world, the Ojai Valley Trail (situated between Highway 33 and the Ventura River) now provides locals and visitors with an easily accessible and beautiful way to explore the countryside. Santa Barbara Adventure Company’s knowledgeable and friendly guides will lead you and your group along the beautiful and serene Ventura River, possibly stopping for lunch in Foster Park, and continuing all the way to the Pacific Ocean.

Your guides will also cover Chaparral and riparian ecology, edible and medicinal plants as well as natural and human history along the way.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877)885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com