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Bicycling: Day Trips To Paradise

Program No. 2760RJ
Bike through quaint towns, over covered bridges and rolling hills as you discover the charm of Vermont and Québec, learning local history from expert cyclists along the way.

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At a Glance

Enjoy the way cycling was meant to be as you explore the exquisite natural beauty of quaint rural communities, rolling green hills and the rich heritage of French Canada and Vermont along paved, idle roads. Experience the culture and delights along the way, as you pedal the unhurried, high-quality biking roads on both sides of the U.S.-Canada frontier.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Daily rides on varied terrain, paved and rural roads and converted rails-to-trails, with modest inclines. Cycling around 25 miles per day over the course of approximately 5 hours, with frequent stops. Please be comfortable on a bike and with the use of gears. Please see photos and video above for examples of terrain and be prepared for days of vigorous exercise.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Enjoy a variety of riding options over quiet, paved rural routes and converted rails-to-trails with scenic landscapes.
  • Explore historic towns, French cafés, local cheeses and wines, covered bridges and the charm of lovely Vermont and Québec villages.
  • Gain deeper insight into the history and natural wonders of the region from expert cyclists.

General Notes

Participants may bring own bikes or choose bike-rental option (standard or e-bike) at added cost. Helmets must be brought from home. Any participant-induced bicycle damage will be repaired at participant expense. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices will be unavailable
Featured Expert
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Stephen Giesler
Stephen Giesler lives for the outdoors and all the sporting pleasures that can be found there. As an instructor and active participant in Road Scholar’s outdoor programs, he is the person you want with you when you’re ready for an adventure. He has been downhill skiing since he was three, is a multiple Gold Bar Canadian Ski Marathoner, and has white water kayaked on four continents. Along with his wife Joy, they organize outdoor experiences in the countryside of southern Quebec and northern Vermont.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Stephen Giesler lives for the outdoors and all the sporting pleasures that can be found there. As an instructor and active participant in Road Scholar’s outdoor programs, he is the person you want with you when you’re ready for an adventure. He has been downhill skiing since he was three, is a multiple Gold Bar Canadian Ski Marathoner, and has white water kayaked on four continents. Along with his wife Joy, they organize outdoor experiences in the countryside of southern Quebec and northern Vermont.
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Meals
14 Meals
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Oct 13, 2024 - Oct 18, 2024
  • Oct 13, 2024 - Oct 18, 2024
  • Jul 14, 2024 - Jul 19, 2024
  • Aug 11, 2024 - Aug 16, 2024
  • Aug 25, 2024 - Aug 30, 2024
  • Oct 13, 2024 - Oct 18, 2024
  • Jun 08, 2025 - Jun 13, 2025
  • Jul 06, 2025 - Jul 11, 2025
  • Aug 03, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025
  • Sep 14, 2025 - Sep 19, 2025
  • Oct 05, 2025 - Oct 10, 2025
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.
5 nights
Glen Sutton
The Main Lodge was constructed in 1900 and served, for over half a century, as the big wooden schoolhouse to the kids of the valley. Totally renovated and refitted with all modern conveniences, the renovated interior boasts an abundance of American chestnut and Birdseye maple. The Main Lodge has a Great Room with fireplace, wraparound porch, and 2nd floor outdoor deck. Meals, evening presentations and group discussions will take place in the main building. The Main Lodge features bedrooms with private bathrooms with walk-in showers, with a mix of two twin, double and queen beds. One unit is accessed by an outside spiral staircase. The Off-Campus Rooms are a 10 minute, ½ mile walk from Main Lodge. They are efficiency units with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, fridge, stove, kitchen utensils, swimming pool, small sitting area with a mix of double or two twin beds. WiFi available on site.





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