Tennessee Three River Experience

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  Tour Operator  Bike the South

  USA

 5 days (Bike: 4 days)

  155 mi  (~39mi per day)

 Active

 Hilly, On-road

Self-Guided

Semi-Supported

A treasure trove of rivers, waterfalls, forested mountains, quiet backroads, sprawling farmland and rolling hills

The Tennessee Overhill is a treasure trove of rivers, waterfalls, forested mountains, quiet backroads, sprawling farmland and rolling hills set against the backdrop of Cherokee National Forest. 

It’s a region where tradition and family still mean everything, and it’s the family-owned farms and vineyards that share this tour’s focus with the natural beauty.

You'll not just enjoy some of the finest cycling Tennessee has to offer. You'll also experience farm life and observe farmers who have a passion for a calling that has been in their families for generations. 

You can also visit vineyards that are more recent additions to the Overhill, but they follow a tradition that started in Tennessee well before the Civil War. In a state better known for its whiskey, wineries are slowly making quite a name for themselves--and you’ll taste why. In late summer and fall, you can often pick your own muscadines to snack on during your ride. 

Highlights:
The varied scenery of rural East Tennessee
Waterfalls
Visits to historic rural towns
Relaxed riding on quiet backroads 
Views to Cherokee National Forest
Scenic Ocoee, Hiwassee and Tellico Rivers
Wine-tastings available (additional cost) at Tsali Notch Vineyard
Visit to a Mennonite farm market

The region is called "Overhill" for a reason--and you'll be cycling over countless hills. But few are long and fewer are steep. With the exception of a few brief areas with packed gravel or dirt (very walkable), the surface is entirely asphalt.

Tour Information

From

Calhoun‍

To

Tellico Plains

Cost From

Self-Guided    Please Ask

Departure(s)

Daily on request April to mid November

Single Supplement

Available

Inclusions

4 nights’ lodging
3 breakfasts 
Arrival snack at Tellico Farmhouse Inn
3 packed snacks from Tellico Farmhouse Inn
3 packed lunches from Tellico Farmhouse Inn
Luggage transfer (1)
Detailed route planning
Maps, route information and downloadable Ride With GPS files
Emergency hotline in case of issues en route (we will try to arrange pickups or repairs with your local hosts)

Options

Road or hybrid touring bike
Electric-assist (e-bike)
Round-trip transfer from/to Chattanooga
Ride-along bike escort: per group
Accompanying vehicle/driver: per group
Extra nights in Calhoun or Tellico Plains:
Prepared foods or grocery shopping available for Hiwassee Acres (pay for purchased items only, not shopping)
Emergency assistance “insurance” for bicycle and/or traveler pick-up (within 2 hours):

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