The Finger
Lakes of New York sparkle. You see it in the water, taste it in the
wine, and feel it in the simple charm of village life.
Glistening gentle lakes shaped like delicate fingers soothe the land
and its beholder. Ancient lore explains this unique landscape as the
work of a spirit who laid hands upon the ground and left hollows
filled with water. Modern lore talks of glaciers that gouged the
land in retreat. Either way, the result is a radiant beauty in the
deepest sense, a land truly blessed.
The cyclist who takes on the fabulous Finger Lakes Wine Country tour
will be charmed by:
• A first class wine region that ranks as
second largest producer of U.S. wine. 50 wineries produce 85% of New
York’s wine, and give visitors a warm welcome.
• Dramatic vistas of pristine lakes, majestic wood lots, and
breathtaking gorges.
• Historic lakeside inns with a reputation for fine cuisine.
• Picturesque villages that hearken back to a slower pace of life.
• Renowned historic sites that enrich the understanding of our
country’s heritage.
Itinerary
1. Arrive at
historic Taughannock Farms Inn outside Trumansburg, NY, overlooking
Cayuga Lake. Optional ride/ hike.
2. Loop ride along Cayuga Lake, Seneca Lake, and Taughannock Falls State
Park waterfall. Wine tasting at Sheldrake Point and Wagner Wineries.
3. Wind along Cayuga Lake; taste award-winning wine at Goose Watch
Winery on the way to historic Seneca Falls. Stop at Montezuma Wildlife
Refuge before arriving at Sherwood Inn at the head of Skaneateles Lake.
The village of Skaneateles is noted for lovely old homes, quaint shops
and galleries.
4. Cycle around Skaneateles Lake, passing by Roosevelt mansion and
historic lakeside homes. Optional “Champagne Dinner Cruise” on
Skaneateles Lake.
5. The village of Auburn offers tours of historic Seward House, Harriet
Tubman home, and Willard Chapel, designed by L.C. Tiffany. Cycle through
Aurora, listed in its entirety in the National Register of Historic
Places, with a stop at MacKenzie-Childs Pottery. Enjoy views of Owasco
Lake and wine tasting at the King Ferry Winery on our ride to Rose Inn,
Ithaca’s premier country inn, tastefully appointed with antiques
throughout. Farewell dinner.
6. Morning shuttle to Rochester Airport.
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 ZZ-CABK08
Tour
Price : $1,889
5 nights (includes daily breakfast and 4 dinners, Champagne Dinner Cruise,
airport transfers)
2008
Dates:
July 6 - 11
August 3 - 8
Bicycle Rental:
included
Single Supplement:
$500
(optional)
Arrival: Rochester, NY Airport or
Trumansburg,
NY
Departure: Rochester, NY Airport or
Trumansburg,
NY
Cycling Level: Easy Moderate - Challenging
Terrain: Rolling with moderate hills
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