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September | View Dates» |
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From $15,995 | See Pricing» |
| Start & End |
Santa Barbara, California | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Trip Length |
41 days | 40 nights |
| Rider Type |
4 | Learn More» |
| Daily Rides |
Options from 31 - 120 miles |
| Beyond Biking |
Hiking, Historical Site Visit, Beach, Massage, Spa, Shopping |
| Trip Options |
Make It Private or Choose Your Own Date |
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Back by popular demand our epic Cross Country USA trip is again in our lineup—be the first to sign up for the challenge in 2012! The goal: ambitious. The distance: 3,215 miles. The training: intense. The opportunity: unrivaled. If you're ready for the bike trip—and challenge—of a lifetime, prepare to join Trek Travel on a bicycle tour that stretches from the Pacific to the Atlantic. As the only tour operator to offer this fully supported, all-encompassing cycling trip you'll cover 3,215 miles and climb 93,000 feet over the course of 35 riding days—all from the seat of a top of the line Trek carbon fiber road bike which is included in your trip price. Your shortest day will be 35 miles and your longest day will be 140 miles. You'll have four rest days, four "rolling recovery" days with mileage of 40 to 60 miles, and 11 days with mileage of 100 miles or more. Although the challenge—and dedication to training—is substantial, your Trek Travel guides will be with you every pedal stroke of the way, offering encouragement, mechanical and logistic support, camaraderie, and renowned Trek Travel guest service. Our signature attention to detail - and exhaustive planning and provisioning - will leave you free to just ride. You'll accomplish more physically in 41 days than most people do in a lifetime!
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Trip Wow’s
- Ride a high performance top of the line all carbon fiber Trek Madone road bike who mere few pounds will allow you to go further and faster each day of your trip.
- Savor the ceremonial tire dip in both oceans to begin and end your journey.
- Behold the surreal landscape of the Grand Canyon.
- Experience the scintillating nightlife of Nashville, listening to Country music at its best.
- Discover the mystic and legendary beauty of the Mojave desert.
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Days 1 – 10 | The West | Santa Barbara, CA to Grand Canyon, AZ
Rest Day Hotel: Stay at Grand Canyon South Rim Park Lodge
Soak up sunshine and ocean breezes, while cruising the Pacific Coast Highway through “America's Riviera” | Traverse the sublime expanse of the Mojave desert | Scale the Southwestern flank of the Colorado Plateau, through red sandstone monoliths and forests of piñon and juniper | Celebrate your conquering of the West on your rest day - at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, AZ
Days 11 – 17 | The Southwest | Grand Canyon, AZ to Taos, NM
Rest Day Hotel: Stay at El Monte Sagrado Living Resort
Spot eagles, coyotes and pronghorn antelope, amidst canyons, mesas and monuments in Utah’s land of the Anasazi | Climb Colorado’s majestic, aspen-cloaked mountain passes | Take a dip in the natural hot springs at Pagosa Springs | Rest day in Taos New Mexico with, opportunities for spa treatments, a visit to a Native American Pueblo, or a float trip down the Rio Grande
Days 18 – 27 | The South Midwest | Taos, NM to Branson, MO
Rest Day Hotel: Stay at Hilton Branson Landing
Hone your pace line skills, as you gradually descend through Oklahoma’s fabled grasslands, ranches, and prairies | Meander along wooded country roads, through the majestic Ozark Plateau of Missouri | Relax and recharge at your luxury hotel overlooking Lake Taneycomo and the lights of famed downtown Branson, MO
Days 28 – 32 | The South | Branson, MO to Nashville, TN
Rest Day Hotel: Stay at Hermitage Hotel
Tackle the challenging rollers of the Eastern Ozark Mountains of Missouri | Experience relics of the Civil War, as you cruise across the vast Tennessee River Valley | Ride through Missouri, Kentucky, and Tennessee in one day | Unwind in the country music capitol of the world, as you feast on Southern food and relax in Nashville's Southern hospitality
Days 33 – 41 | The South Atlantic | Nashville, TN to Charleston, SC
Rest Day Hotel: Stay at Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort
Banjos and fiddles harmonize your journey through the turning forests of Appalachia’s Smoky and Blueridge mountains | Be welcomed into Asheville, NC with a fusion of hip and eclectic Appalachian style and southern hospitality | Descend upon the palm-fringed South Atlantic as your cross-country journey ends in the charming and historical coastal town of Charleston, SC | Savor the sweet taste of accomplishment, perched on the Atlantic Ocean with a celebratory banquet on the Isle of Palms, before bidding farewell to your new friends
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Rest day hotels are listed below. Please download the itinerary for a complete list of trip hotels.
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Fess Parker DoubleTree Resort | Santa Barbara, CA
Built in the popular Santa Barbara Mission style, Fess Parker's Doubletree is a beachfront resort resting on 24 acres. Amenities abound at this full service four star hotel, including pool, full service spa, tennis courts, four restaurants, bar, concierge service and close access to the Santa Barbara waterfront and downtown shopping making it the perfect base to explore Santa Barbara.
Grand Canyon South Rim Park Lodge | South Rim Grand Canyon, AZ
Perched near the rim of the Grand Canyon, the comfortable park lodge is a gateway to one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Conveniently located on the shuttle route accessing many view points, trailheads, shops, and restaurants of the National Park, you will find plenty of ways to explore and recover on your rest day. Nature is your television at all of the park lodges, so be prepared to disconnect from the “real world” as you marvel at the enormity of this geologic wonder.
El Monte Sagrado Living Resort | Taos, NM
Set near the historic Taos Plaza, yet surrounded by acres of natural space and sweeping mountain views, El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa takes a sustainable approach to luxury accommodations and services. Experience the world-famous art collection, award-winning restaurant, and extensive spa facilities in this secluded sanctuary.
Hilton Branson Landing | Branson, MO
Located on the banks of Lake Taneycomo, the Hilton Promenade is one of Branson's most luxurious and newest downtown hotels. First opened in February 2007 in the newly rejuvenated Branson Landing district, you will be in the center of the action for your two nights in town. Within walking distance of the historic downtown, you'll have no shortage of options on your day off.
Hermitage Hotel | Nashville, TN
Opening its doors in 1910, originally advertising "fireproof, noise-proof, and dust proof, for $2.00 and up," The Hermitage Hotel has since commanded its presence in town as a testament to the city of Nashville's importance in the South. Having hosted six presidents, a slew of dignitaries and celebrities and Nashville's elite, it is "the" choice for guests who wish and expect to be delighted.
The Boardwalk Inn at Wild Dunes Resort | Charleston, SC
Nestled amidst the dunes and palm trees on the northern end of Isle of Palms, this full-service resort offers Southern hospitality and luxury accommodations in a truly relaxing atmosphere. World class tennis and golf including two, 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Tom Fazio, multiple pools and private beaches await you at the end of your journey.
What’s Included in the Trip Price
- 40 nights of accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 35 lunches, 8 social hours, 32 dinners, and all snacks and drinks for each day
- The knowledge, support, and camaraderie of experienced guides
- Daily route support
- The use of a Trek Madone™ 5.2 carbon road bike, or Trek Madone™ 5.1 Women’s Specific Design carbon road bike (limited selection)
- The use of Trek bike helmets and other gear and equipment to make your ride comfortable
- Trek Travel water bottles
- Private tours
- Entrance fees to all group events/activities
- All luggage transfers
- All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
- Comprehensive trip literature and complimentary Trek merchandise
- All gratuities for special events, local guides, transfers, hotels, and restaurants
- $300 Discount on a 5 or 6 series Trek Madone purchase at your local Trek retailer
Not Included
- Airfare to and from the trip
- Transportation to the trip pick-up location
- Lodging before and after the trip
- Gratuities for Trek Travel guides
- Personal items purchased during the trip
- Some meals are not included in each destination, which allows you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. Your guides are happy to make recommendations should you so desire.
What is the weather going to be like?
Extremely varied. Expect all conditions including, rain, snow, wind, sun, heat, cold, in both humid and arid climates. Extreme weather conditions may exist in certain parts of the country and guides will monitor the safety of riding in such conditions at all times. Bring layers for riding in any and all conditions.
What are the daily rides like?
| Rider Type | 4 |
Average Daily Mileage | 92
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| Terrain | mountainous |
Average Daily Elevation | 3,500 |
On all of our vacations, Trek Travel strives to find quiet, paved secondary roads or bike paths to experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Cross Country USA is best suited for our Type 4 Riders. The terrain is extremely varied, including rolling, long gradual climbs and descents , long and steep climbing and descending, wide open straight and flat, and steep rolling and winding terrain. Roads are primarily two lane secondary highways with good shoulders, but include some stretches of primary highway and interstate with wide safe shoulders and smaller local roads and surface streets with little or no shoulder. See Itinerary for specific daily ride distance and elevation options.
What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
This destination is best suited to guests who want to cycle every day. Because of the terrain and/or remoteness of the hotels and riding routes, there are few, if any, non-riding options available. If a non-rider wants to accompany a rider guest on this trip, they would need to spend many hours in the van and/or at the hotels on the trip. Due to this, we strongly discourage non-riders from this destination.
As an alternative, call a Trek Travel Trip Consultant at 866.464.8735 for trip suggestions where more non-rider activities are available, such as California Wine Country, Tuscany, or Provence.
How do I train for my trip?
We work with Vision Quest Training to give you that little boost before your Trek Travel bike trip. Vision Quest offers custom training plans that will get you ready to tackle your trip with confidence. The coaches consider the amount of hours you can train per week, what you need to focus on based on your goals and milestones you need to hit in order to achieve them. They develop a detailed write up and training plan just for you!
General FAQs
Didn’t find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to all the most common questions that don’t necessarily pertain to a specific trip.
| Trip | Dates | Price (USD) |
| Cross Country USA |
Sep 14-Oct 24, 2012 | Sold Out |
$15,995 per person | $3,500 single occ. | Minimum age 16 |
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