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One
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- 75
miles - Suaguache to Gunnison |
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Two |
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55 miles - Gunnison to Lake City
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| Day
Three |
- 48
miles - Lake City to Creede |
| Day
Four
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Rest Day or Optional Hike |
| Day
Five
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- 75
miles - Creede to Saugache |
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What’s Included:
- Four Nights Lodging
- All meals - breakfast, lunches & dinner each cycling day
- All snacks, Cliff Bars, gels, fruit, & energy drinks
- Luggage transfer to hotels
- Post ride celebrations, food and beverages
- Sag support each cycling day
- Mechanical support each cycling day
- Tour guides & cycling profiles for all routes
Tour Attractions/Highlights:
- 2 nights lodging at the Antlers Hotel
- Hiking a Colorado Fourteener
- Cycling over Slumgullion Pass/Continental Divide
- Yoga sessions with certified instructor
- Introductory bike maintenance clinic
- Massage appointments available
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| Day
One -
75 miles - Suaguache to
Gunnison |
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We begin our journey from the small town of Saguache, Colorado “The
gateway to the San Luis Valley” elev. 7,697 feet. Our first day
begins on Hwy 114 heading northwest and then turning west on Hwy
50 towards Gunnison. This remote, desolate, yet pristine cycling road is a real
treat for all Tour riders. We have the pleasure of viewing quiet streams,
beautiful ranch property, steep canyon walls, pine forests, smooth pavement and
no traffic.
We gradually approach the summit of N. Cochetopa Pass (elev. 10,149
ft.) where you can experience the amazing views of San
Luis Peak and the Continental Divide.
Our team will provide a gourmet lunch on the shores of
Cocheropa Creek. We will then make a smooth decent through ranch land and
horse property to the town of Gunnison, Colorado where we are greeted with hot
tubs, optional massage and refreshments to end our first day of the tour.
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| Day Two
- 55 Miles -
Gunnison to Lake City |
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We begin our 2nd day by cycling over the Blue Mesa Reservoir to
meet the rolling hills of the Gunnison river valley.
The road is smooth, the views of multiple 14,000 ft. peaks are
incredible as we pedal through some of the most gorgeous terrain Colorado has
to offer. As we glide through the mountains, the San Juan Mountain Range
commands our attention as we pass by steep cliffs, navigate sharp curves,
ride beside interesting rock formations and finally come to rest in the
classic mountain town of Lake City, Colorado.
The DreamCycle Tours team will prepare a hearty lunch with all the
trimmings while you settle into personalized cabins for the evening. After our
meal, you are free to enjoy the beauty of Lake City including: Jeep Tours, ATV
Tours, hiking, fishing, volleyball etc.
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| Day Three
- 48 Miles -
Lake City to Creede
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It is hard to leave this majestic mountain town with so much beauty
to be explored, however, the road awaits with more adventure.
The pavement is pristine for mountain roads and there are plenty of
sag stops so all riders can thoroughly enjoy this Alpine journey. Farther up
the road we continue with great rollers, smooth curves and spectacular views of
the La Garita Wilderness Area. We reach the summit of Slumgullion Pass (elev.
11,361 ft.) for a well deserved rest, energy bars, clothing change, fluids and
photos.
Experiencing this terrain on a bicycle is not to be missed as we
approach the quaint little town of Creede, Colorado.
Turn your bike/tandem in for a room key, sit on the porch swing
next to the Rio Grande River allowing yourself to be pampered with deluxe
lodging and exquisite cuisine, all blended with a charming western motif at the
Antlers Lodge.
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| Day Four
- Rest Day or Optional Hike Day
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Hike San Luis Peak (14,014 ft.) "Colorado's most remote
14er" or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful Colorado weather.
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| Day Five
- 75 Miles -
Creede to Saguache |
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Our last day begins as we leave the small town of Creede,
Colorado. We cycle east on Hwy 149 tracing the banks of the Rio Grande River.
This road offers steep canyons, wide open range land, gentle rollers and
wildlife viewing.
We turn east on Hwy 112 crossing swollen creeks that feed lush
farm land as we travel through this high mountain valley. We arrive in Del
Norte, Colorado for a gourmet lunch before continuing on
the final leg of the tour. We cycle through the San Luis Valley and
experience spectacular views of the Sangre De Cristo Range, impressive 14,000
ft peaks and a glimpse of the Great Sand Dunes National Monument.
We will pull into the Saguache Creek Lodge
so all riders can shower, change, refresh and prepare for the departure home.
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