California CME Wine Country Cycling Tour
Pacific Coast, Redwoods and Wine Country! Experience the best of Sonoma on our 5-night/6-day CME Cycling Tour. Join MedTreks founder and owner, Ari Rasori for a small-group adventure through this iconic cycling destination. Born and raised in this area, Ari has crafted a tour that shows you the hidden as well as the best spots of this region: world-class wineries, quaint vineyard roads, California coastline, old growth redwoods, deluxe hotels and delicious food – this adventure has it all. You pick your bike, we have designed the routes, selected the best hotels and arranged some incredible culinary experiences…you just get to enjoy the tour, drink some wine, eat tasty food and soak in the views!
Highlights:
- Experience harvest in the wine country! Our October tour will take us to our favorite wineries where you will meet the wine makers and taste a variety of local vintages
- Soak in the stunning California Coastal scenery with sweeping views of the majestic rugged cliffs and the Pacific Ocean
- Learn why this region has become famous for cycling tours: pedal on peaceful roads past rolling oak hillsides, meandering rivers, artisanal cafes and wineries
- Enjoy farm-fresh picnic lunches with ingredients from local gardens and creameries
- Pedal through old-vine vineyards and orchards bursting with seasonal fruit
- Ride through the enchanting old-growth redwoods at Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve
- Spend 2 days in Healdsburg, known for its small town charm, boutique shops and vibrant culinary scene
- Settle in to your deluxe hotel each night for a spa treatment, gourmet dinner and a relaxing evening.
- Obtain up to 24.25 hrs of Category 1 CME for MDs/DOs, NPs/PAs and CEs for RNs
Dates: October 21st-26th, 2025
Prices: from $4,295
People & Place
Discover the California Wine Country
Our bike tour begins and ends in the quaint wine country destination, Healdsburg, California. Nestled along the Russian River and in the heart of Sonoma Wine country, Healdsburg is in the center of three premier wine-growing regions with hundreds of wineries sprinkled throughout scenic country roads. Not only has Healdsburg become known for its award-winning wines, the small-town charm with a central plaza, boutique shops, galleries, tasting rooms and gourmet restaurants, makes this an incredible vacation destination.
Each day offers a unique route filled with breathtaking scenery, gourmet dining, and exceptional wine tasting. Your accommodations will be reserved, your luggage transported, and our team will be with you throughout the tour, allowing you to focus on the adventure and the learning experience.
MedTreks owner Ari Rasori, spent her childhood cycling and touring these country roads and grew up learning the best routes through this region. Combining premier hotels, gourmet food and the best rides in the area – Ari and her team are excited to share this corner of the world with you.
World-class Wine
California Coast
Old Growth Redwoods
Scenic Country Riding
Exploring Sonoma County by bicycle offers a truly unique adventure. As you pedal through the picturesque countryside, you’ll pass by lush orchards, manicured vineyards, dramatic coastlines, colorful gardens, creameries, breweries, cattle ranches, windswept headlands, sprawling meadows, towering redwoods… each reflecting Sonoma’s rich agricultural heritage. This tour not only showcases the natural beauty and ecological variety of the region, it offers an intimate glimpse into the heart of its wine making and farming communities. We will meet some of the winemakers, the farmers and the local chefs – and experience the flavors that are unique to this region.
Lodging
Premier Accommodations
An active adventure with beautiful and comfortable accommodations. After a long day on your bike, you deserve to relax and fully soak in your surroundings. Which is why we have specifically selected the premier lodges and hotels that blend comfort with a little local charm.
Dawn Ranch and Retreat
The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Healdsburg Hotel Guest House
Course Info
Wilderness Medicine CME
This cycling trip offers Category 1 CME in Wilderness Medicine for MDs/DOs, NPs, PAs. CEs for RNs as well! This course is designed to equip medical professionals with practical skills and a solid knowledge base in the core concepts of Wilderness Medicine and taking care of patients in a remote setting. Topics include patient assessment, environmental illness and injuries, wilderness orthopedics and splinting, medical kits, wilderness wound care, animal bites and stings.
Dates & Prices
Dates: October 21st-26th, 2025
Price: $4,595 per person (two people sharing a room/two beds)
*** $4,295 per person (two people sharing a room/one King bed)
CME Fee: $695
Includes:
- 5 nights premier hotels and lodges
- 5 hearty breakfasts
- 4 picnic lunches
- 3 gourmet dinners
- wine tastings throughout the tour
- Specialized performance hybrids & Specialized Elite road bike rental including helmet, lock, handle bar bag, rear rack with trunk bag or panniers, and water bottles
- Sag wagon support
- Custom designed Road Book with maps, detailed directions and local insider’s area information and attractions
- Garmin GPS preloaded with your routes (1 unit per two guests)
- Pre-Tour Orientation including bike fitting, route briefing and personal recommendations and advice
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- Hydration drinks & energy bars
- Emergency roadside assistance
- MedTreks guide/faculty and host
Extras:
- Airfare/Roundtrip transportation to Healdsburg
- Meals not listed in itinerary
- Extra lodging nights
- Snacks, beverages and souvenirs
- Travel insurance
*** Bike upgrades: Cervelo Soloist carbon fiber road bikes or our electric bikes for an additional $49 per person per day.
Our boutique travel and medical education company has a unique history of running trips for medical professionals since the 1980s. Regularly working in the Emergency Department and for a global health program in Kenya, the owner of MedTreks continues to stay involved in the details and execution of every trip. Our extensive experience not only in the travel industry but also in the medical profession, allows us to design trips specifically catered to the needs of medical professionals. Our goal at MedTreks is to provide the healthcare community with an opportunity to enjoy medical education while on vacation – to have fun, learn, connect and recharge, while exploring incredible corners of world. To learn more about why our trips are different, please click the Why MedTreks below!
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit secures your spot. This is a small group tour with high-end hotels in the peak season of the wine country. Your deposit locks in your price and gives you the best options for accommodations. As the trip gets closer we send you a comprehensive welcome package with packing list, travel information and a locals guide to the area.
Yes! As long as the trip is booked before the final payment is due (90 days before trip start), payment plans are available and automatically applied depending on your sign-on date.
Our CME trips are all accredited for physicians, NPs, PAs and also provide CEUs for Nurses. We provide course information for all the courses that you can submit to your employer. After the trip/course is complete, we provide you with a CME certificate within 2-4 weeks
The closest airport is Sonoma County Airport (STS) in Santa Rosa, which is about 20 minutes away. You can also choose to fly in to San Francisco International Airport or Oakland International Airport, which are both about 1.5 hrs away and rent a car or take an Uber.
Most of the riding is on country roads and some on bike paths. Depending on the time of day, sometimes the roads get moderate traffic. We will always have van assistance throughout the tour and you are welcome to get off your bike at any time throughout the day.
Yes! We welcome loved ones and non-medical guests. Prices are listed per person but there is a slight decrease in price for couples booking single room accommodations. Guests are welcome to attend all of our workshops and lectures while on the trip at no further cost.
The hotels on this trip are top-notch, most of them are the best hotels in the area with gourmet food, comfortable rooms and beautiful grounds. Designed by MedTreks owner, Ari Rasori, who loves selecting lovely accommodations, this trip provides beautiful lodging each night.
Send us an email! We are happy to set up a call and answer any questions that you might have!