Just imagine pedaling past sun-drenched vineyards, sampling regional wines, and enjoying a romantic picnic among an undulating landscape of grape vines. Not only is a vineyard bike tour a memorable way to take in breathtaking scenery, but it's also a fantastic post-wedding activity for newlyweds, especially food and wine lovers.
Featuring gorgeous wine country locales like Long Island's North Fork and Oregon's Willamette Valley, the following bike excursions should be at the top of the list for couples.
Pour & Pedal, North Fork, New York. Highlights include ventures to historic landmarks, farms, and (of course) vineyards for private tastings and a picnic lunch.
Sonoma Valley Bike Tours, Sonoma, California. Between vineyard tastings, couples can literally pedal through some of Sonoma's finest boutique and family-owned wineries. You'll take to dirt roads that meander between the vineyard tracks giving way to awe-inspiring panoramas.
Tour d'Epicure, Virginia. The ultimate bicycle trip for foodies. This highly-acclaimed outfitter offers two and three-day all-inclusive tours packed with Virginia's finest wineries, hotels, and dining spots.
Eola Hills Wine Cellars, Willamette Valley, Oregon. Organized by Eola Hills, cyclists will explore the lush vineyards and gorgeous Willamette Valley countryside before ending the day with a mouth-watering BBQ feast.
Wine Country Cycling, Santa Barbara, California. Fabulous day tours feature gourmet lunches, multiple wine tastings, and incredible scenery -- even horse ranches, olive orchards, and lavender farms.
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