Our multi-day bicycle trip, planned by Getaway Adventures, was beyond our expectations. Prior to our trip we had asked for guided tour days as well as self-guided days (using their maps and our GPS). We were provided with everything we needed – from well-maintained bicycles, helmets, water and a travel sack. The staff happily installed our bike seats that we had brought with us and was thorough in fitting us to the proper bikes.
We stayed across the street from their headquarters at the absolutely beautiful and elegant, River Belle Inn on the Russian River. After a delicious and hefty breakfast included at the inn, we began each day with a personal meeting with Getaway owner, Randy Johnson, who had taken all of our requests ahead of time and created personalized tours for us through the stunning Dry Creek Valley, The Alexander Valley and the Russian River Valley. Each was outstanding. We did some exploring ourselves to sites that were recommended by the staff and some sites we decided to return to on our own. The extensive planning offered by Getaway Adventures made for an extremely smooth and gorgeous trip; far beyond our expectations. We were even shuttled to the Sonoma Coast State Park for a day of glorious hiking above the Pacific! The bonus: we had perfect weather each day! Cool mornings and evenings - and afternoons in the low 70s. Our days ended with a well-earned Happy Hour including wonderful wines and healthy snacks at the River Belle Inn.
On guided tour days, the staff had made reservations for us at fabulous vineyards with varied wine tastings and in some of these, Getaway Adventures provided us with a delicious lunch. All vineyard owners were extremely welcoming and informative. Each night, a reservation had been made ahead of time for us to enjoy many of the fabulous restaurants in Healdsburg – only a 15 minute walk away.
Randy, his staff and especially his guides went out of their way to make sure we felt comfortable and by the end of the trip we felt we had not only had the bike trip of a lifetime but made lifetime friends as well - at Getaway Adventures.
Ответ от хоста
Nov 2021
Thank you for such an eloquent review! We feel equally fortunate to have gotten to know you both, bringing your joyous enthusiasm, your curiosity, and your desire to learn all about the area, its people and its wines. We thank you for that. To that end, we pride ourselves in making people’s vacations above the ordinary with a very local, personalized touch and complete customization. The wonderful way you describe your trip, is kind of the epitome of what we want to accomplish.
We see a lot of wonderful guests in any given year, but you guys were really awesome! You are most definitely in the running for guests of the year!
You are more than welcome anytime, to try other activities such as kayaking, other areas such as the Carneros, a bit more time cycling and exploring the up and coming areas such as Forestville, doing an architectural tour of some of these amazing wineries, such as McRostie and Twomey.
Hope to see you next year!
Thanks again for such kind words and for sharing this to the Trip Advisor audience!