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About this trip
WHAT A CLASSIC RIDE!
From Key Largo to Key West – come experience the islands...
The Keys have a uniquely relaxed culture and mindset. Leave behind your ordinary life for a few days and come unwind in the sunshine and salty sea breeze. Our introduction to the Florida Keys, on the first morning of the tour, is a glass bottom boat ride to America's only living coral reef at John Pennekamp State Park. We will bike right from their parking lot to start our tour of the Keys.
On our 100-mile ride we will cross 42 bridges including the famous 7 mile bridge.
We will have the opportunity to feed the pelicans at the Wild Bird center, see Humphrey Bogart’s boat the “African Queen”, visit the Hurricane memorial erected in memory of the 1935 hurricane that destroyed Mr. Flagler’s railroad, visit the Dolphin Research center, picnic in Bahia Honda St. Park, visit the Turtle Hospital and even stop in at the No Name Pub for a cold beer on its own No Name Key.
Then we arrive in the unique city of Key West. Here we spend two days at the luxurious Duvall House and you are on your own with the opportunity to visit the “Little White House”, President Truman’s vacation home; the Hemingway Home & Museum, sunset at Mallory Square (a must), or maybe a half day fishing or a snorkel trip or the full day trip to the Dry Tortugas National Park (make your own advance reservations). Whatever you do it will be a memorable time in the sun. Switch off your cell phone and don’t check your email; this change in latitude should definitely cause a change in attitude. This is 60% bike path and 40% road riding.
Tour Leaders: Jack Pettry & Maer Seibert
What’s included
- 4 days of riding
- 1 free day in Key WestExplore the town, hit the beach, go snorkeling or deep sea fishing ...
- Accommodations6 nights lodging in 3 or 4 star accomodations
- Tour leadersExperienced and cycling expert tour guides
- Meals4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
- Full supportVan/sag support including provisioned snack breaks (+ mechanical assistance and van ride, if needed)
- Luggage Transportation1 carry-on sized suitcase + 1 daypack/other satchel
- Post-rideDaily post-ride informal gathering with light snacks light snacks (fruit, cheese, crackers, chips, nuts etc.) and non-alcoholic beverages
- Detailed ItineraryTurn-by-turn directions via free use of RideWithGPS app
What’s not included
- TransportationYou must make your own travel plans to and from Key Largo or Key West. Some guests make their return flight plans from Key West vs. returning to Key Largo in the van at the Tour's end.
- Alcohol with meals
- Personal items/services
- Gratuities for guides
- Travel protection plan
- Pre- and post-trip hotel(if desired)
- Bike rental(if needed)
Available Packages
Available Add-Ons
Cost to have your own room each night
Our bikes are well-maintained hybrid style, upright posture, most are Trek FX2 or Verve 2-3 models. Helmet & pannier included.
An extra night before the Tour starts (Friday Jan. 17) at our group rate, including tax.
An extra night at the conclusion of your Tour (Friday Jan. 24) at our group rate, including tax. On Friday we will arrive back in Key Largo from Key West between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. If you don't want to be stressed out about making an afternoon flight from Miami, or boarding an evening flight home, or prefer not to set out on your drive home in mid-afternoon, this is a good option. To secure our group rate, you must include this option no later than 60 days prior to the tour. It will no longer be available within 60 days of the tour.
Itinerary
Meet in Key Largo for our introductory meeting (5 p.m. lobby of Hampton Inn Key Largo) and dinner. We’re in the islands now, with nearby tiki bars and restaurants. Let’s get this party started!