" Fantastic tour guide led us on a beautiful mountain bike ride. Knowledgeable staff.
Great customer service. Wonderful overall experience. "
18 April 2021
Anynomous
" Corey and his fantastic team at Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours delivered the most amazing 7 day cycling trip for our group of 8 women a few weeks ago. At our request we booked 4 guided biking days, 1 self-guided day and 1 hiking/rest day.
The area is ideal for cycling and there’s lots of variation so our rides were unique, stunningly beautiful, and challenging every day (but in our case always with the security of the sag wagon close by on our guided days). Corey’s team went over and above to make sure we were always safe, comfortable, well-fed, and tired by the end of the day. The bike rentals were great quality and Corey’s guys took all the time we needed to make sure they fit well. We were grateful to have the guided days – it allowed us to modify routes as needed when we got tired or wanted to go further, saved us time with navigating the sometimes complicated routes and allowed us to learn about the area as we went along.
(As an aside, the previous reviewer Bonnie was also in my group and just for the record the broken seat she refers to wasn’t Corey’s – it was one that she brought with her and put on her rental herself the morning of the self-guided day and he still offered to come fix it).
The catered food was over the top good and reservations made on our behalf for accommodations, meals, and wine tasting went smoothly and were fantastic choices in every single case. The guides were knowledgeable and interesting.
This trip was remarkable value for dollar especially compared to some of the bigger bike touring companies that we researched. Also we got so many great tips and suggestions because these guys are local and know the area so well.
I’ve had some time to reflect on our experience and I still have heard nothing but good things about the whole trip from the rest of the crew. I don’t have a single improvement to recommend. The trip was so successful that we’re planning on returning again next year, but I have a feeling we’ll be an even bigger group since the word has spread on how much fun we had. "
20 November 2018
Anynomous
" These guys are awesome. I did a six day cycling tour with some friends in October. Corey went over and above good customer service. The rides were tailored to our level. The routes had outstanding views. One day were had a rest day and I decided to go for a ride with two friends. My seat broke in the middle of nowhere. Corey offered to drive all the way out to us with an Allen wrench. He also organized fantastic restaurants for us to eat at which was included in the price. They take care of everything. "
09 November 2018
Anynomous
" Just returned home from a 7 day 6 night amazing “vines to coast” tour with our group of 8 ladies. Corey and his staff of biking guides, caterer and hiking guide were all wonderful and friendly. Corey was so accommodating, customizing our bike outings and driving us to wineries. Lots of advantages to going with a local company as they all really knew the area- we got historical info of the area during our rides and hike, all the restaurants and hotels were also first-rate. The bicycles were all Specialized Rubys, they were so comfortable- some were even brand new. We all felt so well taken care of. The scenery, wine, food, accommodations and rides were all outstanding. We are already planning our next trip back with Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling.Tours. Can’t say enough about their professionalism and hospitality. "
05 November 2018
Anynomous
" My wife and I signed up for an electric bike tour with this wonderful outfit. From the professionalism of our guide, Neal to the quality of the bikes, every detail on this tour was well thought through. The farm to table lunch at the vineyard was definitely a highlight. The easy to ride e bikes were fun and help us fly up and over the rolling hills. I strongly recommend this company to anyone looking for active way to see the wine country. They even picked up our wine and olive oil and had it waiting for us upon our return!!! "
Anynomous
" Fantastic tour guide led us on a beautiful mountain bike ride. Knowledgeable staff.
18 April 2021Great customer service. Wonderful overall experience. "
Anynomous
" Corey and his fantastic team at Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours delivered the most amazing 7 day cycling trip for our group of 8 women a few weeks ago. At our request we booked 4 guided biking days, 1 self-guided day and 1 hiking/rest day.
20 November 2018The area is ideal for cycling and there’s lots of variation so our rides were unique, stunningly beautiful, and challenging every day (but in our case always with the security of the sag wagon close by on our guided days). Corey’s team went over and above to make sure we were always safe, comfortable, well-fed, and tired by the end of the day. The bike rentals were great quality and Corey’s guys took all the time we needed to make sure they fit well. We were grateful to have the guided days – it allowed us to modify routes as needed when we got tired or wanted to go further, saved us time with navigating the sometimes complicated routes and allowed us to learn about the area as we went along.
(As an aside, the previous reviewer Bonnie was also in my group and just for the record the broken seat she refers to wasn’t Corey’s – it was one that she brought with her and put on her rental herself the morning of the self-guided day and he still offered to come fix it).
The catered food was over the top good and reservations made on our behalf for accommodations, meals, and wine tasting went smoothly and were fantastic choices in every single case. The guides were knowledgeable and interesting.
This trip was remarkable value for dollar especially compared to some of the bigger bike touring companies that we researched. Also we got so many great tips and suggestions because these guys are local and know the area so well.
I’ve had some time to reflect on our experience and I still have heard nothing but good things about the whole trip from the rest of the crew. I don’t have a single improvement to recommend. The trip was so successful that we’re planning on returning again next year, but I have a feeling we’ll be an even bigger group since the word has spread on how much fun we had. "
Anynomous
" These guys are awesome. I did a six day cycling tour with some friends in October. Corey went over and above good customer service. The rides were tailored to our level. The routes had outstanding views. One day were had a rest day and I decided to go for a ride with two friends. My seat broke in the middle of nowhere. Corey offered to drive all the way out to us with an Allen wrench. He also organized fantastic restaurants for us to eat at which was included in the price. They take care of everything. "
09 November 2018Anynomous
" Just returned home from a 7 day 6 night amazing “vines to coast” tour with our group of 8 ladies. Corey and his staff of biking guides, caterer and hiking guide were all wonderful and friendly. Corey was so accommodating, customizing our bike outings and driving us to wineries. Lots of advantages to going with a local company as they all really knew the area- we got historical info of the area during our rides and hike, all the restaurants and hotels were also first-rate. The bicycles were all Specialized Rubys, they were so comfortable- some were even brand new. We all felt so well taken care of. The scenery, wine, food, accommodations and rides were all outstanding. We are already planning our next trip back with Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling.Tours. Can’t say enough about their professionalism and hospitality. "
05 November 2018Anynomous
" My wife and I signed up for an electric bike tour with this wonderful outfit. From the professionalism of our guide, Neal to the quality of the bikes, every detail on this tour was well thought through. The farm to table lunch at the vineyard was definitely a highlight. The easy to ride e bikes were fun and help us fly up and over the rolling hills. I strongly recommend this company to anyone looking for active way to see the wine country. They even picked up our wine and olive oil and had it waiting for us upon our return!!! "
11 October 2018