2021 DEPARTURE DATES SHENANDOAH & SKYLINE DRIVE

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Trip Length: “I felt like I was in heaven last week while participating in the Shenandoah and the Civil 6 days/5 nights War tour. Three days of biking in the and the followed by Difficulty: three days of biking through Civil War history. Top that off with first class meals Experienced and lodgings and two Wilderness Voyageurs guides who were extremely accommodating and you have one outstanding bike touring adventure.” B.Helminiak

Beginning in“Luxuriousthe shadow of lodging,our nation’s decadentcapital to the meals,top of verdantthe Blue Ridge, countryside…”across the Shenandoah Longer mileage and mixed Valley through the cobblestone streets of Harpers Ferry, over the Mason-Dixon Line to Gettysburg, that terrain. is the campaign of adventure we will embark upon. This region has been witnessing and influencing the development of our country for more than 250 years, from the original land grant of King Charles in 5 – 6 hours daily riding. 1649, to the modern presidential retreat of Camp David, these country lanes are as influential as they Riding Surface: are beautiful. Road Biking on mixed terrain, This trip is intended for those who are experienced road bikers that are comfortable riding with traffic. with some climbs Riding is primarily on back roads, and riders must possess a comfort level of riding with traffic on roads that may not have shoulders. This trip travels point to point with few alternate routes due to the Average Daily Miles: 19-50 nature of the road system; many of the “non-route” roads are dirt. The terrain is mixed with some rolling hills, a few steep climbs, and short sections of busy roads, the support van is always nearby if you need assistance! WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Today’s Highlights DAILY MILEAGE: Day 1 • Leesburg Historic District 27 • Washington & Old Dominion Rail Trail Leesburg, VA to Middleburg, VA • Middleburg Virginia Lunch: Roadside Dinner: On your own Lodging: The Red Fox Inn

Fun Fact: The Red Fox Tavern You will meet your guides and fellow travelers in the heart of the Leesburg, VA historic district. Leesburg, was a meeting spot VA will be our jumping off point, much like it was for John Mosby, “The Gray Ghost” and his infamous for Confederate “Raiders” during the Civil War. However, our foray into the Virginia countryside will be a little more light John Mosby hearted, and we’ll certainly have better food. & his Rangers. A century later, Our first 12 miles of riding will be on the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Rail Trail corridor, leaving President Kennedy's the hustle and bustle of the capital region behind us. Once we reach Purcellville, we will take to the road, press secretary, held heading south to Middleburg. This quaint village has 160 buildings listed on the National Register, the press conferences in Virginia Landmarks Register, and is known as the "Nation's Horse and Hunt Capital.” Plan on spending some the Jeb Stuart Room time strolling the brick lined streets, browsing the delightful array of specialty stores and galleries. Mingle with Olympic equestrians and country squires or visit the National Sporting Museum & Library. We’ll enjoy a happy hour together followed by dinner on your own.

2 WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Day 2 Today’s Highlights DAILY MILEAGE: • Scenic Vista of Blue Ridge Middleburg, VA to Hume, VA 44 Miles • Hunt & Wine Country Spend today cycling through the rich tapestry Breakfast: of Virginia’s “horse and hound” country. You The Red Fox Inn might even hear the bay of the hounds. Rich pasture lands and vineyards, some of the finest Lunch: that Virginia has to offer, will be on our route. On your own The Plains, VA is our first destination of the Dinner: day, a Buffalo hunting ground of the Sioux & Together at the Marriott Iroquois Indians until 1722. This area was one of the first to be included in a treaty between Ranch the Europeans and the Native Americans. Lodging: The nature of the topography begins to change Marriott Ranch as we reach the foothills of the Blue Ridge. Amazing back roads with stone fences heading towards the horizon will be our riding partners today. Fun Fact: The “blue” in the Blue Our destination is the stately and welcoming Ridge, is caused by Marriott Ranch, the 4200 acre country estate “isoprene” which is of J.W. Marriott. Tea time will find you released by the large mass swinging on the veranda staring out at the Blue of trees present in the Ridge. mountains. Dinner will be together in the formal dining room once used by J.W. Marriot to entertain family, friends and dignitaries.

3 WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Today’s Highlights Day 3 • Skyline Drive DAILY MILEAGE: • 46 Hume, VA to Front Royal, VA • 5 mile descent Breakfast: Marriott Ranch Lunch: Together in Shenandoah National Park Dinner: Together Lodging: L'Auberge Provencale

Awaken to an incredible fragrance arising from the summer kitchen -- a memorable three-course "Fairfield Farm" country breakfast. Admire the silhouette of the Blue Ridge as you sip your coffee. Soon we’ll be amongst the mountains. This morning, we’ll shuttle to , on the crest of the ridge.

This “gap” was one of the passages through the Blue Ridge Mountains between the and the Piedmont region of Virginia used by General . Today will be spent almost entirely in Shenandoah National Park, biking one of the most scenic stretches of road in the nation, the Skyline Drive.

Although we will share the twisty Skyline drive with some cars, the closely enforced 35 MPH speed limit makes riding enjoyable. Bring your climbing legs! The good news is the day ends with a 5 mile downhill. Bring along a book to enjoy on another amazing front porch at L'Auberge Provencale.

4 Today’s Highlights WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Day 4 Harpers Ferry Historic District DAILY MILEAGE: Front Royal, VA to Shepherdstown, WV C&O Canal National Park 30 Antietam National Battlefield Shepherdstown Historic District Breakfast: Inn at Vaucluse Spring Lunch: On your own in Harpers Ferry Dinner: On own in Shepherdstown Lodging: Bavarian Inn

Three National Parks and three states in one day, hold on! We will begin the day with a short transport back into the heart of Virginia wine country. We’ll arrive in Harpers Ferry via Loudoun Heights, just as General Walker did for the Battle of Harpers Ferry.

Explore the cobblestone streets of the preserved town of Harpers Ferry. Due to the strategic location and the native industries, Harpers Ferry changed hands 8 times during the Civil War. Relax and enjoy lunch in one of the many historic homes, now a sidewalk café.

After lunch we continue our journey north across the and into . We will ride a section of the C&O Canal as we head towards Antietam National Battlefield. Shepherdstown Historic District is home for the evening, a short downhill jaunt from Antietam.

5 WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Today’s Highlights Day 5 • Catoctin Mountain Park DAILY MILEAGE: Shepherdstown, WV to Taneytown, MD • Valley 52

Breakfast: Bavarian Inn Lunch: Roadside Dinner: Smokehouse Restaurant Lodging: Antrim 1844 Country House Hotel We will depart the Potomac River Valley and enter the Ridge and Valley geological province. This region is characterized by long, even ridges, with long, continuous valleys between. That means short climbs that are rewarded with great views and exhilarating descents. As we enter the Monocacy Valley from Catoctin Mountain, keep your eyes peeled for Camp David. It is somewhere in the woods, we just can’t tell you exactly where. Countless historic homesteads and rolling Fun Fact: farmlands will lead us to the front door of the “Antrim 1844 Country House Hotel”. The main mansion of the Antrim Hotel was used as headquarters by General George Meade prior to the Battle of Gettysburg. You will visit 11 National Today it will serve as our HQ for acclaimed cuisine and luxurious accommodations. Historic Districts on this tour, Taneytown is #10 Dinner will be on the grounds of the Antrim at the Smokehouse Restaurant, renowned Chef, Spencer Wolff prepares a unique menu every evening. Select the perfect paring from over 19,000 fine bottles of wine, this is home to Maryland’s largest wine cellar.

6 Today’s Highlights WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY Day 6 • Gettysburg National Battlefield DAILY MILEAGE: Taneytown, MD to Gettysburg, PA • Mason Dixon Line 16 or 28

Breakfast: Antrim 1844 Inn Lunch: Roadside Fun Fact: George Armstrong Custer led a brigade of Michigan cavalry at Gettysburg, his first battle as a brigadier general

Riding north out of Maryland, you will adventure across the undulating farmland of the Monocacy River Valley across the Mason Dixon line into Pennsylvania. Beautiful back roads with minimal climbing, allows you to really spin it out today.

Once into Gettysburg, you will enjoy lunch before embarking on a riveting and inspiring interpretive tour of the Gettysburg National Battlefield with a licensed battlefield guide. It is a bittersweet moment as we say farewell to the “Hallowed Ground” and the friends we have made during the week. The guides will load up your bikes and shuttle you back to your vehicles in Leesburg.

7 PACKING TIPS ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE DETAILS

What do I need Arriving and Departing to bring? Meeting and departing times are subject to We will provide you with a change. Do not book flights until your reservation detailed packing list is confirmed and you have consulted with your following your reservation. Wilderness Voyageurs bike tour specialist. Trip Rendezvous Your trip begins in Leesburg, Virginia at 10:00 AM. The exact location will be included in your pre- arrival documents.

Driving: Parking will be provided in Leesburg and Need bicycling apparel, gear, the exact location will be provided as you near or accessories the tour departure.. Recommended Hotel the Night Prior for your trip? Homewood Suites in Leesburg By Train: Maryland's MARC Train offers service to 115 Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176 and from Washington, D.C., from Point of Rocks, Visit us online: (571) 258-1068 store.wilderness-voyageurs.com Maryland, about 12 miles north of Leesburg. Phone:

Use the code: With its location at the western By Plane: Goodbyes LoveToBike terminus of the Dulles Greenway toll road, Leesburg enjoys excellent access to Washington At the end of your tour in Gettysburg, For 15% off your order Dulles International Airport. In addition, the Pennsylvania, our guides will load your bikes onto Leesburg Executive Airport an additional option the SAG wagon and we will drive back to into and out of the area. Leesburg, VA by 4:00 p.m.

8 BIKE EQUIPMENT FAQ’s EQUIPMENT DETAILS: BIKES Bike Rentals: Wilderness Voyageurs offers three styles of bikes: a drop bar (The Kona Rove NRB), an upright Hybrid (Kona What types of bikes do you Dr. Dew) and a road bike (Cannondale Synapse). Please call us if you have questions or visit our website for rent? more information on the bikes. All rental bikes include a helmet, 2 water bottle cages, an under seat bag Hybrid: Kona Dr Dew with a spare tube and a small handlebar bag. Road: Kona Rove Cannondale Synapse Kona Rove Kona Dr. Dew The Kona Rove is built to handle road surfaces The Kona Dr. Dew is a comfortable ride with What pedals come on your and rough trail surfaces equally. The Rove has a mountain bike style flat handlebars, and fast- rental bikes? comfortable steel frame, well-padded drop rolling tires. The standard pedal is a platform bars and easy riding position. pedal without cages or toe clips.

Can I bring my own bike? YES! As long as it is appropriate for the trip and has been recently tuned and is in good condition.

If I rent your bike, can I bring my own pedals? Cannondale Need an E-Bike? Synapse: A Of Course! Bringing your own Please ask! We comfortable pedals and seats can make your have limited road bike with ride much more comfortable! number of hybrid disc brakes and style electric an easy riding bikes to rent! position.

9 SAG WAGON TIPS TOUR SUPPORT DETAILS: S.A.G. WAGON and On-Trail Guide

Our support vehicle (SAG = Support And Gear) is a van and a trailer What if I can’t finish the outfitted specifically for multi day ride for the day? biking, making your biking day is No problem! SAG Wagon to the rescue! Your guide will load your much easier. The vehicle moves bike on the SAG wagon and you your luggage, your food and can relax in the comfort of the van. sometimes even you! Your bike won’t be weighed down with gear What if I want to ride and you can take advantage of ahead of the group? flexible biking distances. No problem! Those who want to ride ahead of the group have The vehicle meets riders at pre-set locations throughout the ride. This gives you more time to explore at the next the the ability to customize the length of your biking day. The guide driving is there to stop. refill your water bottle, tune your bike, or shuttle you around that hill. How often will I see Your on-trail guide will be pedal behind the last rider on every ride. This guide fixes the SAG crew? flats and provides first aid - they’re there so you have support when you need it!

As often as needed. Typically The support vehicle hauls every 10-20 miles. luggage, snacks, bikes, tools and cyclists! It’s always available if you’re tired and need a break!

10 RIDING & ROUTES TIPS TOUR AT A GLANCE: Shenandoah

Day of Tour Travel Destination/Day’s Highlights Miles Lodging Meals Included What’s the riding like? Leesburg, VA to Middleburg, VA Day 1 Highlights: W&OD Rail Trail, Middleburg 27 Red Fox Inn L EXPERIENCED Historic District Middleburg, VA to Hume, VA Day 2 44 Marriott Ranch B & D Highlights: Incredible riding

Hume, VA to Front Royal, VA Day 3 Highlights: The Skyline Drive of Shenandoah 53 Inn at Vaucluse Spring B, L & D This is a road tour with National Park Front Royal, VA to Shepherdstown, WV rolling terrain Bavarian Inn Day 4 Highlights: Harper’s Ferry, C&O Canal 30 B National Park, Antietam Battlefield

Shepherdstown, WV to Taneytown, MD Antrim 1844 Country 5 – 6 hours daily riding. Day 5 Highlights: Mason-Dixon Line, South 52 House Hotel B, L , D Mountain Riding Surface: Paved Roads Taneytown, MD to Gettysburg, PA 16 or Day 6 n/a B & L Highlights: Gettysburg National Military Park 28 Daily Mile Range 19-50 Providing you with an excellent experience is our main goal! Due to the nature of small hotels and bed & breakfasts we use, booking sometimes become a challenge. Please keep in mind lodging may change. If this does occur, you will be notified immediately. If you are traveling solo or require separate beds then a “Single Supplement Fee” is required. This will provide you with your own individual room. This is due to the nature of the small inns and B & B’s that we utilize, we can not guarantee multiple beds per room. Roommate matching is not available, and single rooms are subject to limited availability

11 RIDING & ROUTES TIPS TOUR LOGISTICS: Shenandoah

What if I can’t finish ITEM LOGISTICS DETAILS the ride for the day/what if I Check-in Dates See website for details want to ride ahead Check-in Location 10 AM in Leesburg, VA See website for details of the group? Cost Single Supplement See website for details If you can’t finish the ride, no Bike Rentals See website for details problem! Your guide will load Difficulty Experienced your bike on the SAG wagon and Meals Included 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 3 Dinners you can relax in the comfort of Staff Two guides (one SAG Wagon Driver and one on the road guide) the van. Those who want to ride Lodging Bed and Breakfasts ahead of the group will have more Max # of people 12 time to explore when the support Trip Terminates Leesburg, VA stops. Return Time 5PM Tour Length 6 days, 5 nights Additional Included • On road snacks and drinks • SAG Wagon • We will transport all riders back to Leesburg, VA at • Mobile Repair Shop – bike repair or loaner bikes if the end of the tour needed

Reservation Details: Cancellation Details: Call us at 800-272-4141 or 724-329-1000 to make your reservation • 121 days prior to departure: Full Refund • A non-refundable deposit of $250 per person is required to secure your (minus non-refundable $250 deposit) reservation. To secure reservations on a trip departing within 90 days a full • 91-120 days prior to departure: 50% Refund payment is required by credit card at the time of booking. (minus non-refundable $250 deposit) • Payment of your deposit indicates your acceptance of these terms and • 90 days prior to departure: No Refund conditions. • Final payment for all trips must be made in full to Wilderness Voyageurs at least 90 days prior to departure.

12 Weather GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TOUR Check the weather at the starting location and remember – there is no bad weather, only poor choices in clothing & gear. Pack accordingly if cold and wet weather is in the forecast. You will receive a recommended packing list. The tours do operate rain or shine.

Health and Fitness You should be in good physical health to participate in this bike tour. Please discuss any health and medical questions you may have with your doctor prior to your trip. Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters reserves the right to decline participation to any trip participant whose condition, in our opinion, may affect the health, safety, or enjoyment of that participant or any other participant. Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters is not responsible for the cost of any medical treatment a trip participant may require during a trip.

Is training required? Yes. This is a bike tour and we highly recommend being ready for the trip. We will send out a suggested training outline in your pre-trip packet. The better prepared you are physically for your daily touring, the more fun you will have! This being said, the support vehicle is always an option when you are tired or need a break.

Alcohol Policy Wilderness Voyageurs does not provide alcohol as part of your trip package. Any libations will be the responsibility of the individual guest.

Single Supplement If you are traveling solo or require separate beds then a “Single Supplement Fee” is required. This will provide you with your own individual room. Due to the nature of the small inns and B & B’s that we utilize, we can not guarantee multiple beds per room. All trips are priced based on double occupancy.

Gratuities Nothing says thank you to your guides more than a tip! Gratuities are not provided as part of your Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters Inc. Bike Tour. Gratuities for Wilderness Voyageurs Bike Tour guides are always appreciated but are entirely at your discretion based on the level of service you receive. Industry guidelines are 5%-10% of your total trip cost per guide.

Licensing Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters Inc. holds Commercial Use Authorizations to operate within NPS sites and other locations where permits or CUAs are required.

13 A A General Terms and Conditions

MINIMUM PARTICIPATION: All Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters trips require a HEALTH AND FITNESS:HEALTH AND FITNESS: All participants should have an minimum number of participants to operate. Wilderness Voyageurs reserves the right appropriate level of health and capable to participate in the active vacations you have to change the departure date of any trip, as well as cancel any trip that does not reach reserved. You may want to discuss this with your doctor. Your health and safety during a minimum level of participation. Wilderness Voyageurs will not reimburse for any your trip are our first concern, but Wilderness Voyageurs is not qualified to medically personal expenses due to changes in itineraries or tour cancellations, such as non- determine if your health condition is suitable for these activities. refundable airline reservations or pre-reserved hotel reservations. Wilderness Voyageurs reserves the right to decline any trip participant whose condition, in our opinion, may affect the health, safety or enjoyment RESPONSIBILITY: The responsibility of Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters Inc. and of the other participants. Wilderness Voyageurs is not responsible for the costs of any Wilderness Voyageurs Inc. and its affiliated companies is strictly limited. Wilderness medical treatment you may require during the trip. Under no circumstances is Voyageurs organizes and operates tours consisting of lodging accommodations, Wilderness Voyageurs responsible for the quality of medical care, or lack thereof, you transportation, admission to attractions and food services, that Wilderness Voyageurs may receive while on the trip. purchases from various vendors (collectively, “Vendors”). Wilderness Voyageurs does not own or operate any of these Vendors. The Vendors providing travel services and ITINERARIES: Cycling routes, planned meal locations and accommodations and related services to Wilderness Voyageurs tours are independent entities and are not scheduled attractions are subject to change at any time due to unforeseen agents or employees of Wilderness Voyageurs. circumstances or circumstances beyond Wilderness Voyageurs’ control. Every effort As such, Wilderness Voyageurs is not responsible for any negligent or willful act or will be made to keep changes to a minimum, and the expected standard of quality is failure to act of any Vendor or of any third party. Some tours allow time for visits to always maintained. In the event that a change to accommodations occurs a similar or restaurants and eating establishments, shops and merchants. Wilderness Voyageurs greater equivalent will be substituted. is not responsible for any transactions or purchases you make during your trip, whether that merchant is part of the scheduled tour or not. By utilizing the travel GROUP TRAVEL: Traveling in a group invariably involves compromise to services and related services of the vendors, you agree that you will look to such accommodate the diverse interests, travel goals, personalities, and physical abilities of vendors for any accident, injury, property damage, or personal loss to you or to those all participants. Wilderness Voyageurs tour leaders may be required to improvise and traveling with you, and that neither Wilderness Voyageurs nor any representative of exercise good faith, use discretion, and/or make decisions based upon weather Wilderness Voyageurs shall be liable. conditions, route conditions and group consensus. These decisions may not always All participants in Wilderness Voyageurs Outfitters Inc. tours’ are required to sign a please each individual, but they are intended to satisfy the desires of the group and waiver and release of liability as a condition of participation. Wilderness Voyageurs comply with the intended goals and spirit of the tour. reserves the right to take photos or films of any activities or tours and use said materials for promotional or commercial purposes. CANCELLATION DETAILS: There is no refund for arriving late or departing early Without limitation, Wilderness Voyageurs is not responsible for any injury, loss or from a tour, or for any meals, or services not used while on tour. If you cancel121 damage to person or property, death, delay, or inconvenience in connection with the days prior to departure a full refund will be given minus the non-refundable $250 provision of, or failure to provide any goods or services occasioned by or resulting deposit per person. If cancelling 91-120 days prior to departure date a 50% refund will from- but not limited to- acts of God or force majeure, strikes or other labor activities, be given, minus the non-refundable $250 deposit per person. If cancelling 90 days overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, mechanical or other failure of prior to departure, no refund will be given. You might want to consider purchasing transportation, sanitation problems, lack of medical care, or for any other cause travel insurance. A few suggestions: beyond the direct control of Wilderness Voyageurs. Travel Guard: 1.800.826.4919 www.travelguard.com Travelex: 1.800.228.9792 www.travelexinsurance.com Allianz: 1.866.884-3556 www.allianztravelinsurance.com

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