Zephyr Adventures

Quaint villages, memorable accommodations, impressive scenery and a warm culture are just a few reasons we think you'll enjoy our six-day hiking and biking journey through two of Spain's most beautiful regions- the Basque country near Bilbao and the wine country of Rioja.

This self-guided biking tour takes you through the hilly region east of Siena (and southeast of Florence) offering classic Tuscan images at every turn: hamlets and hill towns, terracotta rooftops, swaying cypress, and golden valleys. The lovely roads that runs from Val di Chiana to the Etruscan town of Cortona and from Montepulciano towards Pienza are the main paths into the heart of central Italy. The roads we use are both paved and dirt. Climbing and descending the distinctively Tuscan hills, all your efforts will be rewarded by the perfect views that are nature's works of art. In each of the towns along this route, locals gather in the piazza every afternoon, walking in the "corso" (old town's main road), strolling with friends or looking for a good espresso. This simple way of life is Italy's best kept secret and your invitation to a fantastic self-guided vacation.

Oregon is not unknown in the wine world. It is the fourth-largest wine producing state in the US, has the third most wineries of any state, and has won many wine awards, especially for its renowned Pinot Noirs. However, Oregon is still in its infancy as far as wine tourism. And that makes our tour in Oregon special.

This self-guided biking tour takes you to mystical monasteries, churches with outstanding frescoes, and fabled medieval hilltowns. Our itinerary starts in Sansepolcro (actually in the very southeast of Tuscany) and follows the Upper Tiber Valley south before heading to the beautiful medieval town of Assisi. Entering a tributary valley, you will pass among Roman and medieval villages, areas famous for their olive oils and wines, arriving finally at the stunning medieval town of Spoleto.

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are two of the most beautiful areas of the United States. In our view, seeing them by foot and from the seat of a bicycle is incomparably better than seeing them from a car window. On this tour, you'll be doing a fair amount of hiking, some biking and even some river rafting. You'll wrap up each day at a local brewery before having a fantastic dinner.

Belgium is known for two great activities: beer drinking and bicycling. We do both on our Belgium Hike, Bike, and Beer Adventure plus add in two more: walking along the city streets and country paths and eating excellent local cuisine. Since the first Crusades the church allowed abbeys to brew and distribute beer as a fund raising method. Trappist monks carry on those deep traditions now with their dark, sweet, complex ales while Belgian craft brewers create their own rich brewing history and traditions by experimenting with other beer flavors.

The Chilean and Argentinian cultures seem to have an effortless balance to them. We try to mimic this balance by providing a mix of activities and wine exploration. This adventure takes us to several different wine areas in both countries. In Chile we visit - and taste in! - the Maipo, Apalta, Colchagua, Casablanca, and Aconcagua wine valleys. Each has its own very distinct microclimate that produces quite different wines. In Argentina we visit the wine areas of Luján de Cuyo, Maipu, and Uco Valley, all near Mendoza, and home to close to 1,000 wineries!

This 10-day self-guided biking tour is a full immersion in these two beautiful regions, considered among the best areas for cycling vacations in the world. Our carefully designed route gives you the best of both areas, which are truly distinct historically, culturally, and geographically. Tuscany, a hilly region of hamlets and towns, terracotta rooftops and golden valleys, is the birthplace of the Italian language, cradle of the Renaissance, and home of great Italian art. Historically a land of ferment (creative and sometimes violent) amongst its hundreds of towns and villages, Tuscany is unrivaled for the sheer density of spectacular sites nestled amid the constant hills.

The landscape is mostly flat, with nearby hills perfect for those needing a harder workout. The area is a literal breadbasket of agricultural products including olives, cheese, truffles, and an amazing variety of fruits and vegetables. Provence produces a wide variety of delicious wines, including the famous reds of Chateauneuf-du-Pape and the rosés of Tavel, considered the best rosé wines of France.

Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, dotted with positively pristine lakes, and home to some of the west's most amazing wild animals, this is Grand Teton National Park. Welcome. During your five day journey you'll float down the Snake River and hike, bike and skate your days away. Come sunset, you'll be treated to a variety of satisfying meals and have the chance to quench your thirst with fresh craft brews and new friends.