Day 1 - Arrival day
Day 1 - Arrival day
Shakedown Spin - 20 miles, 1500'
Welcome to The Gravel House Hotel! After getting settled into your rooms for the week, we’ll all enjoy a light lunch prepared by Chef Z while our mechanic builds and fits your bike. Then we’ll head out for our 20 mile shakedown spin up to The Boomshakalaka (explain what this is). Afterward, enjoy happy hour as the sun sets over Mount Wrightston. Dinner under the stars by Chef Z to follow.
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Day 2
Day 2
The Spirit World - 48–80 miles, 2,400–6,500 feet
After breakfast we’ll hop on our bikes and cruise into the magical San Rafael Valley to adventure for the day. We’ll ride all the way to the border of Mexico and enjoy lunch under a massive cottonwood tree in the old town of Lochiel. After lunch, we’ll head through the middle of the San Rafael Valley, one of the most beautiful places in the world. Spend the afternoon relaxing with massage therapy available. Optional happy hour at The Patagonia Lumber Company. Dinner by Chef Z will be served tonight back at The Gravel House HQ.
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Day 3
Day 3
Wine Country Cruiser - 38–60 miles, 2,400–4,400 feet
Patagonia sits 12 miles below Arizona’s wine country and today we’ll depart Patagonia and skirt the top portion of the San Rafael Valley as we climb Canelo Pass and descend into wine country from there. Chef Z will meet us at Deep Sky Wine Vineyard with a beautiful lunch spread to help us celebrate another amazing day on the bike. Bring some money to purchase any wine and a change of clothes. We will shuttle back to Patagonia in vehicles from here. Enjoy an open afternoon with massage available. Happy hour by the bonfire at The Gravel House HQ followed by another beautiful dinner by Chef Z.
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Day 4
Day 4
Ride to Tacos - 30–70 miles, 2,500–6,000 feet
We’ll hit the dusty roads after another delicious breakfast by Chef Z and head back through the valley, up and over Duquesne Road, and descend all the way into Nogales, AZ. Lunch will be at our crew’s favorite family taco spot with the option to shuttle home in a vehicle or catch a 17 mile spin on the road back to Patagonia. The afternoon is open with massage available. For guests departing early tomorrow, our mechanic will box your bike up this afternoon. Happy hour at 5 tonight, followed by our final dinner all together.
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Day 5
Day 5
Departure day
This is our last morning all together. We’ll all enjoy a wonderful breakfast and then those who are able can take part in a one-hour recovery spin. Your bikes will be packed up after the ride in time for the 11am checkout.
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Day 1 - Arrival day

Shakedown Spin - 20 miles, 1500'

The Cyclist's Menu

7 reviews

Cycling Trips for everyone. Like you, we want the best of everything when we travel: the best views, the best food and the the best of friends to share our adventure with. We focus on the exceptional, helping you experience a cycling trip you'll never forget. Better still? Every rider gets to make the trip their own. Whether you're going for personal bests or a leisure pedal, sightseeing or daily massage, you'll end the day around the table telling stories and making friends.

Wonderful ride with Emily. Lots of wonderful conversation and helpful hints for a semi-beginning rider that was with us. Thank you!

By Curtis J for The Spirit World 30 on May 27, 2025

The Patagonia, AZ gravel trip was an exceptional adventure. The spirit of the place, the natural beauty of the Sonoita Valley, and the challenge of the daily gravel routes left me feeling nourished, body and soul. Heidi was in regular communication leading up to the trip. I felt prepared for the adventure ahead. Zander's meals were off-the-charts good -- I appreciated the local ingredients and healthy preparations. And the daily routes were just right for me -- I felt pushed and exceeded my own expectations for what I could handle -- and I appreciated there were opportunities to push myself even harder (or to take it easier) each day. Most of all, the easy camaraderie among the other participants was delightful. I can't wait to visit Patagonia again or try Cyclist Menu's trip in another location. Thank you!

By Aimee W for Patagonia, AZ Gravel on Apr 07, 2025

The riding and routes are spectacular -- challenging but fun. The wide open vistas, endless sky, solid climbs, ripping descents, and dearth of cars make for epic gravel riding. The whole experience is well-organized with top notch food, guides, mechanics, re-supply, and great photos. There is real effort and care taken to ensure everyone is getting what they want out of the riding and routes, which I really appreciated. Very welcoming and friendly crew. Highly recommend.

By Charles C for Patagonia, AZ Gravel on Apr 01, 2025

What an amazing experience--better than I could have imagined. Heidi and Zander were thoughtful, gracious, friendly, fun hosts. The rides were a blast! I really appreciated the well-planned and organized support. I learned so much, riding with the super knowledgeable, friendly, expert guides: a special shout-out to Emily and Heidi, who coached me on gravel riding skills, and Noe, whose brain I picked on the next changes to make with my bike (and in what order to try them). It was fantastic not to be left to ride on my own, as I've become accustomed to doing with other tours. Heidi managed to give all of us the challenge and fun we were looking for, regardless of our skill levels. The ride snacks and meals were top-notch! Shannon and Zander were right there, on the spot, with what we needed. I felt like a pro rider, with the bike wash and lube service each day. I enjoyed getting to know the other riders, on the bikes and off. Our group as a whole felt very congenial and welcoming. Our room at the Stage Stop Inn was comfortable, clean, quaint, quiet, and convenient, a perfect place to wind down each night and prepare for the next day's adventure. I already want to come back for another gravel camp with Heidi and Zander and their crew!