
- Cycle through the Arizona Sonoran Desert, an amazing experience and a great way to start off the new year with a perfect warm ride!
- Unpack only one time! We stay at the same hotel for the entire bicycle tour.
- We will see the largest cacti (cacti=plural for cactus) in the U.S. throughout the Saguaro National Park, visiting and riding through both the East and West parks.
- "The Loop," a completely paved bike path that encircles the city of Tucson and overlooks the Santa Cruz and Arroyo Chico rivers is located a few feet from our hotel.
- The sites in the Sonoran desert are beautiful and although we are not climbing mountains, we are taking in all the beauty of the mountains, plains and foothills surrounding us.
- Before we even see our first mirage, we will take in the two visually dominant life forms of plants specifically found in the Sonoran Desert: legume trees and columnar cactus/cacti from behind our handle bars
- In addition, we of course will see two of the most well known artist and craft communities in Arizona: Tubac and Patagonia
- Snack on some of the best homemade pastries available anywhere in the U.S. at the Tubac Deli & Coffee Co.
- In addition take time to explore on your own the various tourist destinations in the Tucson area on your own, including Biosphere 2, which was originally built to show the viability of human life in outer space; Tombstone, know for its western history and the shootout at O.K. Corral reenactment; or if you are very adventurous climb/ride down Mount Lemmon.
- The untouched beauty of the Arizona desert are sights to remember for years into the future.


-One of the oldest restaurants in Tucson, dating back to the original restaurant on the site in 1926-
Tucson, Arizona
El Corral Garden Salad
Entrée choices:
* Prime Rib - Over 50 years of experience has taught El Corral how to make the most tender and delicious prime rib around. Slow roasted, we serve it with au jus and uncut horseradish.
* Shrimp Special - Large shrimp grilled on our mesquite fire.
* Tucson Chicken Breast - Mesquite grilled chicken breast stuffed with green chilies and cheese
* Salmon Fillet - A fresh cut of salmon served with lemon and butter
Lodging (for the entire bicycle tour):
Tucson, Arizona
- Internet
- Swimming Pool
- Hot Tub
- Hotel Shuttle
- Business Center
Dolce Vita Bistro
Tucson, Arizona
- Carbonara - Bacon ham, onions EVOO and eggs
- Spaghettini - Served with your choice of marinara and meatballs; marinara sauce; meat sauce; garlic butter or marinara and mushrooms.
- Fettuccine Alfredo or Fettuccine Primavera
- Chicken or Veal Parmigiana - Breaded and topped with marinara and mozzarella
- Homemade Ravioli (Meat or Cheese)

Tubac

Day 5, Wednesday




On your own
Day 6, Thursday

The Loop Bicycle Path and the Pima Air & Space Museum

Ranked #10 out of 1600 restaurants in Tucson by TripAdvisor
Tucson, Arizona
- Spinach: bacon, apple, pecan, blue cheese, raspberry vinaigrette
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Fresh Pasta, Smoked Mozzarella Pansotti: crushed Italian tomato, pistachio pesto, garlic bread
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Steelhead Salmon: horseradish gratin, sherry glazed beet, arugula
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Pan Roasted Chicken: smashed potato, green bean, lemon & garlic
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Braised Beef Short Rib: smoked cheddar grits, charred onion, roasted zucchini, mushroom.
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Mesquite Grilled Cheeseburger: Wild mushroom, caramelized onion, swiss cheese, aioli

Riders who are comfortable riding at least 10 miles per hour should have an enjoyable trip. We have designed the routes utilizing bike paths wherever possible with the first and last day utilizing bike paths. Though we are surrounded by mountains the routes were designed to have very little climbing as possible since we are in the foothills. Of course, if a rider is tired or does not feel like riding, the SAG vehicle will transport the rider back to the hotel. All routes are on paved bike paths and low-volume roads. All riders may ride at their own pace, slow or fast.
Drive to the Hampton Inn Tucson-Airport, 6971 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, Arizona 85756, having your car at the hotel for the duration of the trip.
- $200 to reserve your spot and the remainder due 45 days before the trip start.
- Hotel lodging
- Ride packets including maps & cue sheets (directions)
- Fully sagged including ride leaders, luggage transport, van transportation and rider assistance.
- Breakfast with the group each morning
- Dinner with the group three nights (see above)
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Most riders bring their own bicycles.
- To ship your bike: we would suggest using shipbikes.com or bikeflight.com for shipping directly to the starting hotel: Hampton Inn Tucson-Airport, 6971 S Tucson Blvd, Tucson, Arizona 85756
- If you fly, most major airlines including Delta, American, United and Alaska Air now waive the oversize fee for bicycles (sporting equipment) and just the standard luggage fee applies. Please contact your airline for all the details.
- Bike Rental: Bikes are available for rent in the Tucson area. We suggest conducting a Google search to find the best place to accommodate your needs.
- Average High 66°F