Food
Local civic
groups in each town provide most meals through our Meal
Plan. Local restaurants are also available for breakfast
and dinner. Three meal plans can be purchased in advance:
Breakfast (5 meals), Lunch (3 meals), or Dinner (5 meals).
Everyone is strongly encouraged to purchase the Lunch
Plan, as places to eat along the route can be few and
far between. Meals cannot be purchased at the door and
you must have a prepaid Meal Ticket. Along the route,
rest stops are well stocked with water, fresh fruit and
other goodies. Vegetarian fare is also available. You
won't go hungry on Bike Virginia !
Accommodations
Most Bike Virginia cyclists camp each night at the local high school or college. You will need to bring your own tent and camping gear. Indoor camping is available each night if you just want to bring a sleeping bag and mat. Motel accommodations are available on a first-come basis. A list of motels offering special Bike Virginia rates is on our Web Site . You must make your own reservation. We've listed B&B's as well, but you must coordinate your own luggage and transportation arrangements with your B&B host.
Luggage
We will provide you with destination tags for your luggage (limit of one bag per person; two if camping). Each morning bring your luggage to our waiting trucks, then after a hearty breakfast, pedal off to the next destination. You and your bag will be reunited at the next town. There is a charge of $15 for individuals needing luggage transferred to and from motels during the week.
Entertainment and Activities
Bike Virginia is not your average bicycle tour - each destination offers a new discovery. Converse with living history interpreters, join a walking tour of historic homes, take a float trip, or treat yourself to a relaxing massage. In the evening, tap your toes at our street parties featuring live music, food festivals and fun. Swap stories with the local townspeople, it's all part of the Bike Virginia experience.
Included in Registration Fee
- Camping space each night
- Showers
- Luggage transportation to/from schools
- Host Town shuttle bus service
- Tour Book with route maps
- Well-stocked Rest Stops
- Bike repair support (extra costs may apply)
- Evening entertainment
- Ending celebration lunch
- Discounts on motel rooms
- SAG support
- Commemorative T-shirt
Team Discounts
Form a team of six other friends and you - the seventh person - go FREE! All seven registrations must be received together in one envelope with payment by May 1.
Children
Everyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and have the consent of a parent or guardian to participate in Bike Virginia . All youth under the age of 16 must be under the supervision of an adult at all times. All children under the age of 12 must ride on a tandem, trailer bike or in a trailer. Children under the age of 12 cannot ride a single bike.
Confirmation
Confirmation will be sent via email when possible. If we do not have you email address, you will receive a post card confirmation. All of the information you need to get ready for Bike Virginia is on our website at www.bikevirginia.org . You'll find directions to registration, the list of motels, reservations for special activities what to bring, training tips and more. Visit often for updates!
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests made in writing before May 15 will be refunded less a $25 processing fee per person. NO refunds for any reason will be made after May 15. If you must cancel after May 15th, you may substitute another rider and submit their signed registration form and waiver. You may purchase cancellation insurance at www.bikevirginia.org .
