
Mississippi: The Natchez Trace
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 4 - 43 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 4 hours|
Starting From
6-day Bike Tour Only
$2,495
Per person, double occupancy
Mississippi: The Natchez Trace
Go deep into the antebellum South on this stunning tour of Mississippi’s Natchez Trace—an ancient trail with deep roots in Native American culture. During this eye-opening tour, your VBT trip leaders will help you experience all sides of Mississippi’s past and present—including a stop at the Civil Rights Museum, a tour of grand southern plantations, a visit to an ancient Native American burial ground, and a tour of the historic Civil War battlefield at Vicksburg. Along the way, you’ll also discover vibrant local cultural traditions during a southern gospel choir performance and lunch at an historic home in Port Gibson. During your two nights in historic Vicksburg, you’ll find yourself steeped in southern traditions—perhaps even relaxing on the very balcony from which Jefferson Davis made one of his final public speeches.
Tour Highlights
- Roll through centuries of history along the Natchez Trace Parkway, a National Scenic Byway and All-American Road.
- Ponder the legacy of the Civil War at the ruins of the Windsor Plantation.
- Relive the Siege of Vicksburg on a guided tour with a local historian as you tour Vicksburg National Military Park by bicycle.
- Visit the sprawling Emerald Mound, one of the largest Native American ceremonial sites.
- Customize your own “Pilgrimage” of Natchez’ stately antebellum homes.
What to Expect
This tour features easy terrain mixed with some rolling hills (most notably on Day 3, inside Vicksburg National Military Park). Our VBT support vehicle is always available for those who would like assistance. This trip is ideal for both beginning and experienced cyclists.
- Daily Mileage: 4 - 43 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 4 hours|
- Group Size: 20
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Mar71º/48º
Apr78º/55º
May84º/62º
Sep88º/65º
Oct80º/54º
Nov70º/47º
Average
Precipitation:
Mar6.4 in
Apr5.5 in
May5.5 in
Sep3.36 in
Oct3.8 in
Nov5.1 in
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5 nights in historic antebellum inns | |
11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners | |
Transportation from Jackson-Evers Airport to the Fairview Inn in Jackson | |
Transportation from Natchez to Jackson-Evers Airport or the Fairview Inn in Jackson |

Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Road Bicycle (Aluminum alloy frame)
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (May vary depending on departure date. )

The Natchez Trace is probably the most underrated cycling venue. The roads were smooth as silk and well maintained. The tour was excellent in that the guides, Doug and Michelle, are a great team and very attentive to everyone’s needs; the inns were superb; the food was wonderful; but most of all the group consisted of the best people one can hope for in a gathering like this. The guides definitely made this a no-worries vacation and Michelle, bless her heart, certainly was the embodiment of Southern hospitality; and Doug was knowledgeable in many things (although I didn’t verify everything…
Mississippi: The Natchez Trace
This VBT trip exceeded expectations. The mansions we stayed in were stunningly beautiful, and the rides along the Natchez Trace were lovely and well paced. Of special note, was the day riding through the Vicksburg National Park and seeing all the monuments and learning about the battle of Vicksburg. The guides and extra activities were marvelous, as were the meals and friendly folks we rode with and met along the trail.
Mississippi: The Natchez Trace
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