Bike Tours USA - Guided & Self-Guided Trips

Discover the United States

Sometimes the greatest treasures are close to home. VBT’s bicycle tours in the USA reveal remarkable natural beauty and rich history from coast to coast.

Blazing maples and rolling fields surround quaint New England inns where revolutionaries dreamed up a nation. Ochre canyons glow in the desert sunlight and redwoods reach for the sky as the Pacific surf crashes below. Southern towns drip with Spanish moss and salty waves crash into sweeping sand dunes on old Cape Cod. Emerald-green battlefields recall the grand drama of the Civil War and willows whisper on South Carolina’s antebellum plantations. Farther south, waving palms and soft-sand beaches line historic Florida enclaves. To the west, Napa Valley vineyards provide stunning backdrops to breathtaking sunsets.

New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Miami—the cities of this great country each have their own culture, cuisine, and vibe. Sip coffee in Seattle, take in a show in Austin, or stay out late in the French Quarter of New Orleans. You could spend a lifetime on urban exploration here and still not see it all.

And don’t forget about our stunning National Parks. Car-free carriage roads make cycling a pleasure in Acadia National Park, where maple and pine forests meet the Atlantic at rocky shorelines. Well-trod footpaths in the heart of Yellowstone National Park lead to spectacular Old Faithful and the sprawling Geyser Basin. These wild lands showcase the best of American beauty.

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Country Highlights

Peer up at the mighty saguaro cactus in Saguaro National Park.
Cycle through carefree beach culture along the Pacific Coast.
Watch Mother Nature show off at the geyser at Old Faithful.
Savor New England’s fresh Atlantic seafood in a Maine fishing village
Roll through centuries of history along the Natchez Trace Parkway.

National Parks

When Congress established Yellowstone in 1872, they kicked off a worldwide national park movement that has resulted in countless acres of protected land around the world. Today, the United States has 60 national parks in 28 states and two territories. How many will you visit?

Art

Andy Warhol’s vibrant pop art, Georgia O’Keeffe’s flowers and skyscrapers, Jackson Pollock’s innovative abstractions, the provocative social commentary of Jean-Michel Basquiat… American art covers a spectrum of styles and experiences. Whether you’re taking in the greats at MoMA or visiting a local gallery in a small town, you’ll find endless opportunities to experience it.

Music

Make a pilgrimage to the dairy farm in the Catskills where the original Woodstock took place, travel to Graceland in Memphis, visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, take in a show at Red Rocks or attend an open mic night at The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville—there are music experiences to suit every taste in the country that invented styles from bluegrass to the blues.

Our Trip Leaders Make The Difference

Local Leader.
Partner in Discovery.
New Friend.

Your VBT Trip Leaders are passionate about travel and devoted to sharing new discoveries with you. Each is a multi-lingual resident of your destination who intimately knows the history, cultural heritage, and traditions of your surroundings.

Your Trip Leaders also bring insiders’ knowledge of the best places to explore, dine, and shop—along with insight into local customs and lifestyles to help you make the most of your cultural experience. With keen organizational skills, a splendid sense of humor, and a talent for making you and your fellow travelers thrive within your group dynamic, your VBT Trip Leaders will be invaluable resources—and treasured friends!

Jim

The pictures you see of the desert do no justice to the real thing, come to be amazed!

A five-plus-year veteran of VBT, Jim was born and raised in Tucson and loves to introduce travelers to the Sonoran Desert and the diverse habitats and wildlife of the region.

Anne

Introducing guests to Maine's salt-of-the-earth, hearty natives and their way of life is so rewarding as a trip leader. To watch the dynamics between traveler and local is an enriching experience.

Anne has lead VBT adventures in Maine for more than 15 years. Born and raised in Maine on a dairy farm, she has a deep appreciation for Maine's culture, beauty, and people.

Jeff

Join us to cycle among picture-perfect vineyards, past the sandy beaches and rocky coves of the coast, and through serene, majestic redwood groves.

A native Californian, Jeff has spent much of his adult life cycling the California Wine Country. He even had his wedding in a redwood grove in the heart of wine country!

Jeff

Acadia National Park is one of the most spectacular places anyone could experience. The accommodations we stay in are top notch and the lobster is known worldwide!

Jeff lives in Maine and is married to a native Mainer (and fellow VBT leader!). He loves to encourage travelers to embrace the joys of cycling while introducing them to the stunning scenery of Acadia.

Danny

Come visit Maine with VBT and discover the way life should be!

Danny has been a VBT Leader for over five years. As a native Mainer, he loves to introduce guests to the native lobster, blueberries, and fiddleheads of his home state and show them around the scenic, rugged coast.

Over 98%

of guests tell us they plan to travel with VBT again.

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First time VBT rider and I can't say enough good stuff about the trip, the guides or the company. The trip exceeded my expectations! Great southern history wrapped up in beautiful scenery, incredible food, great service, good accommodations and interesting people! If you've never ridden with a group, this is a great first time trip. It's obvious VBT knows what they are doing and trains their people well. You won't be disappointed!

Jenni 1960, Fort Worth, TX, USA

Charleston to Savannah: A Southern Reel

This was our 4th VBT trip and there is a reason we keep returning to VBT. This tour offered a perfect variety of scenery from ocean to redwoods to vineyards. Our trip leaders offered great options for riding and local activities. The lodging was very nice and the complementary beverages and treats were much appreciated. The lunches our trip leaders provided for us were lovely. I would highly recommend this tour!

Kitty, Rochester MN

California Wine Country & the Pacific Coast

The Natchez Trace Tour consisted of five days of biking at an easy pace on the Natchez Trace Parkway. The Parkway with its excellent paved surface, light, non-commercial traffic, and a speed limit of 50 mph provided a safe and relaxing biking trail of undulating hills. We travelled through beautiful forests and farmland, with opportunities to take in some of the history of the Trace. The stays in the antebellum inns were delightful with large, well-appointed rooms and excellent dining. During our stays in Vicksburg and Natchez, we learned about the Civil War battles in this area and about the…

Strawberry12, Halifax, NS, Canada

Mississippi: The Natchez Trace

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