Cycling the Finger Lakes of New York
Home to almost 100 wineries and breweries, our moderately challenging tour weaves between three of the largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes. You’ll visit unique wineries, hike along stunning waterfalls, and visit historic sites, including the bridge featured in the classic film It’s A Wonderful Life. Bring your camera and your taste buds!
New York’s Finger Lakes region is home to 11 pristine, glacial lakes, sparkling waterfalls, small farms and magnificent parks! You’ll get up close and personal with three of the lakes — Cayuga, Seneca and Keuka. We’ll visit charming villages with one-of-a-kind museums, and unique shopping opportunities.
Tour Essence
- Mirbeau Inn & Spa
- Layover day to explore Ithaca and surroundings
- Taughannock Falls
- Watkins Glen
- Views of the Finger Lakes
- Inn at Glenora Winery!
What to Expect
Start Location
Skaneateles, NYEnd Location
Skaneateles, NYMileage
Average Daily: 36 Total: 218.90
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Van Support
- The services of 2 bike tour guides
- Accommodations for 5 nights
- Mobile bike shop
What’s Included
- ROAD BIKE & Hybrid ($ 25 pro day). The Cannondale Synapse Disc 5 105
- E-Bike ($ 200). The Kona Dew-E
- GPS: Included Garmin Edge + GPS provided through Ride With GPS Experience
- All accommodations
- 5 breakfasts
- 4 lunches
- 3 dinners
- Daily Support Stops in addition to lunch stops with snacks and hydration mix
- Beer cooler
2020
Start Location
Skaneateles, NYFly Into
Syracuse, NYEnd Location
Skaneateles, NYFly Out Of
Syracuse, NYSkaneateles Lake Warm Up Ride
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
38.1 milesElevation Gain
+3,144 / -3,144 feetMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Mirbeau Inn & Spa
Mirbeau, loosely translated as “reflected beauty,” is inspired in part by the soft light, warm colors and introspective character found in the paintings of renowned French Impressionist Claude Monet. Mirbeau Inn & Spa was designed to evoke the warmth and comfort of a private French wine country estate with a cozy fireplace in each room and a luxurious spa to fully espace into your vacation.
Skaneateles to Ithaca
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
42.8 milesElevation Gain
1,896 ft / -2,358 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
The William Henry Miller Inn
The William Henry Miller Inn was originally built in 1878 and is now a delightful bed and breakfast located right in the heart of downtown Ithaca. The Inn is within walking distance of as many as fifty restaurants. Don’t fill up on desserts when out and about though – an evening dessert buffet is available in the Dining Room and available all evening long.
Ithaca loop to Tremain Park
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
23.1 milesElevation Gain
+1,283 ft / -1,216 ftMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
The William Henry Miller Inn
The William Henry Miller Inn was originally built in 1878 and is now a delightful bed and breakfast located right in the heart of downtown Ithaca. The Inn is within walking distance of as many as fifty restaurants. Don’t fill up on desserts when out and about though – an evening dessert buffet is available in the Dining Room and available all evening long.
Ithaca to Watkins Glen (Afternoon hike of Watkins Glen Gorge)
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
26.8 milesElevation Gain
+1,073 ft / -1,391 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars
Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars overlooks Seneca Lake and spectacular views of vineyards.
Loop to Hammondsport & Keuka Lake
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
60.8 milesElevation Gain
+2,327 ft / -2,197 ftMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars
Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars overlooks Seneca Lake and spectacular views of vineyards.
