Key Information: Tour Duration: 4
day(s) Group Size: 6
- 18
people Destination(s):New Hampshire Specialty Categories:Bicycle TouringFood & Wine Season: August - September Airfare Included: No Tour Customizable: No Minimum Per Person Price: 1195 US Dollar (USD) Maximum Per Person Price: 1545 US Dollar (USD)
Highlights:
- Spectacular rides to quaint artists’ villages
- Hikes along Chesterfield Gorge and up Mt. Monadnock
- Tours of Stonewall Farm and of downtown Keene
- Cooking demonstration
- Views of covered bridges, rambling rivers and crystal-clear lakes
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has added Keene to its list of “America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations,” calling it a “Currier & Ives landscape come to life.” Join us in Lauren’s hometown and discover the rich history, pristine landscapes and gorgeous back roads that inspired her passion for cycling.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Surry Mt. Dam - Pedal down a meandering bike path along the Ashuelot River.
Day 2: River Valley Ride - Today, classic New England back roads lead to Westmorland, a bucolic agricultural community. Enjoying stunning views of the Connecticut River Valley along the way. Tonight, savor a traditional Italian feast and a stroll along Keene’s historic Main Street.
Day 3: Mt. Monadnock - Enjoy a classic route that circles the icon of Southwest New Hampshire, Mt. Monadnock—a towering gentle giant. Our loop begins with a spin to picturesque Harrisville, a prototype of a rural New England factory village and a great favorite with artists.
Day 4: Swanzey - An easy ride takes us to Swanzey, a French and Indian War battle site. We’ll visit four picturesque covered bridges and loop around Swanzey Lake before we head back to Keene for a final lunch together on the green.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Single Supplement: $350
Distance:
- Total Mileage: 100
- Daily Average: 25
