• Introduction
• 1. Biking
• 2. Climbing
• 3. Fly Fishing
• 4. Hiking
• 5. Horseback Riding
• 6. Kayaking
• 7. Rafting
• 8. Sailing
• 9. Scuba
• 10. Surfing

Biking

SPLURGE: Loire Valley, France
Unlike most Loire Valley trips, this classic 7-day ride by Butterfield & Robinson lets you stay in the best châteaux, including the exclusive (it’s a private home) 13th-century Château du Rivau, an exquisitely restored castle that once hosted Joan of Arc. This level of access continues all week; you’re even initiated into the local wine brotherhood Bon Entonneurs Rablaisiens. From $6,195 for 7 days, all-inclusive; www.butterfield.com

VALUE: Napa and Sonoma, California
Fifteen years running bike tours in the top two wine-producing counties has given Getaway Adventures unparalleled expertise. The 6-day ride goes from the hot springs of Calistoga to the hot restaurants of Healdsburg, with plenty of sipping, picnicking, and photo ops en route, plus a different local inn each night. $1,577 including rooms, tastings, and most meals; www.getawayadventures.com

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