Vermont: Middlebury Countryside & The Lake Champlain Coast
Among bike tours in Vermont, this inn-to-inn self-guided itinerary is special. Explore town and country with prolonged stays at two classic inns.
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 51.4|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Starting From
6-day Bike Tour Only
$1,795
Per person, double occupancy

Vermont: Middlebury Countryside & The Lake Champlain Coast
Cycle Vermont’s bucolic vistas at the pace that suits you. Prolonged stays at just two inns—one historic gem dating to 1827 and one waterfront resort—allow you to explore pastoral countryside and scenic lakesides as you wish, riding past classic red barns, timeless silos and sweeping fields grazed by dairy cows. With the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks watching over you, pedal the picture-perfect farmlands of the Champlain Valley, inspiration to generations of writers and artists. Absorb the small-town charms of Middlebury, Vergennes and Bristol. Take refreshing dips in Lake Dunmore and Lake Champlain. Ride under the canopy of state forests. Among bike tours in Vermont, this relaxed self-guided itinerary is truly special.What to Expect
This tour offers the full range of easy terrain mixed with moderate hills and is ideal for both beginning and experienced cyclists. Please verify your bike selection for this tour as it is not always possible to change bikes once you arrive on tour. Travel with your friends and family—we can accommodate multiple guests on this self-guided vacation. Our 24/7 support system is available if needed.
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 51.4|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr
Cycling
Cyclists
System
Tour Highlights
- Indulge in the lakeside amenities of a historic resort
- Ride at your own pace, taking in the bucolic country roads that lead to Branbury State Park
- Savor the picnic lunch you’ve brought to scenic Lake Dunmore and swim in its refreshing waters if you wish
- Stroll the shop-lined streets of Middlebury, one of Vermont’s inimitable charming towns
- Cycle alongside Hogback Mountain Ridge, with breathtaking views of Vermont’s sweeping valleys
- Pedal the Champlain Valley’s gently rolling farmlands, dotted with typical red barns, silos and dairy cows
- Marvel at stunning Green Mountain vistas as you cycle through the quaint village of Panton
- Follow the pretty Otter Creek as it babbles its way to Lake Champlain and Kingsland Bay State Park
- Pause on your own to visit the Morgan Horse Farm, where the famed breed is bred and preserved
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Jun76º/54º
Jul81º/59º
Aug79º/57º
Sep69º/49º
Oct57º/39º
Average
Precipitation:
Jun3.0 in
Jul4.0 in
Aug3.6 in
Sep3.0 in
Oct3.0 in
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5 nights in an historic inn and a lakeside resort | |
5 meals: 5 breakfasts |

Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
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Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT bike, helmet, and bike bag
Welcome orientation and bike fitting with local host
Luggage transfers
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 support system
Flat kit and multi-tool
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations

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