The Amgen Tour of California is back in Sacramento for the 3rd straight year and Feb 14, 2009 is the start and finish of Stage 1 in downtown Sacramento. All the pro teams inclucing LANCE ARMSTRONG are arriving early to prepare for this event and so should you! Don't miss the most compelling road race in the United States. Their is no better place to catch the action than in our beautiflul and fun city.

Escape Travel is offering 2 fantastic American River Parkway cycling tours the two days prior to this epic event. Bring your bike or rent our new Trek 7.3 FX Road Bikes for our 2 cycling tours. Join some like minded cyclists and friendly local guides on the American River Parkway.

The American River Parkway is so popular that more than 5 million visitors each year are drawn to this unique wildlife and recreation area that is known as the "jewel of Sacramento." The 32-mile Parkway, runs from Folsom Lake State park through the Nimbus Fish Hatchery, west to the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers downtown at Discovery Park. From historic Gold Rush and Maidu Indian sites to lush riverine forests and oak woodlands, and the winding green river itself, your cycling tour on this paved parkway will make your experience here a pleasant one. Please join us in appreciating the natural bounty that surrounds the American River from the seat of your saddle while celebrating the Tour of California.

Best Folsom & the American River Parkway Cycle Tour Feb 12, 2009

Tours include: Friendly local guides (10-1 ratio), r/t transportation, picnic lunch, digital pictures, bottled water, snacks, tolls, parking, full narration about the American River PKWY & local area from your guides & more. Personal bike transportation both ways.

Price: $53.95/person.  Max 21  We accept Cash, Check (10 days in advance) Visa, MC & Amex.

Difficulty: Moderate. 18-20 miles with 300 ft of climbing.

American River Parkway Cycle Tour Feb 13, 2009

Tours include: Friendly local guides (10-1 ratio), digital pictures, bottled water, snacks, tolls, parking, full narration about the American River PKWY & local area from your guides.

Price: $36.95/person.  Max 40  We accept Cash, Check (10 days in advance) Visa, and MC & Amex.

Difficulty: Moderate. 18-20 miles with 300 ft of climbing.

2009 Trek 7.3 FX Road Bike Rental (Optional): $20+ tax. We need to know heights for all renters.

Rental Includes: Helmet, gloves, map, handle bar bag, bottled water & Clif Bars.