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Mississippi: The Natchez Trace
Activity Level:
Easy / Moderate |
Daily Mileage:
15 - 49 mi |
Daily Biking:
2 - 5 hr
Land only
6 days from only
$1845
“Open, free and easy”
may just be your mantra as you make your way through Mississippi with VBT.
Experience Southern Hospitality at its best as we explore
Greek revival mansions, 19th century battlefields and a Native American
ceremonial mound on our historical tour through the antebellum South. Cycling
along the Natchez Trace Parkway, you’ll discover why this National Park been
named among America’s Best Bike Routes. And we’ve selected the very best paths,
with ample opportunities to pause and explore as we carve our way through thick
forests and past notable Civil War Sites. At day break, we’ll park our bikes
and rest in comfortable, historical accommodations, enjoying delicious southern
food. Head down south, hop on your bike and cycle at your own pace through the
marvels of Mississippi.
What's Included
- 5 nights in historic, antebellum inns
- 11 meals - 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- FREE use of our custom VBT bicycle and helmet
- Service of two VBT Trip Leaders
- FULL VAN SUPPORT
- Daily route directions and maps
- Welcome reception
- Sightseeing and cultural activities
- 5-course candlelight dinner at Monmouth Plantation
- Tour of the USS Cairo, a Union gunboat sunk by a mine
- Entrance into three of Natchez's Antebellum homes for guided tours
- 5% Frequent Traveler Credit to use on your next VBT vacation
- Special Good Buy Discount
Cultural Highlights
- Lose yourself in breathtaking vistas along the Natchez Trace Parkway
- Bring history to life hearing a local historian speak at Vicksburg National Military Park
- Step back into the antebellum South during a “Pilgrimage” of Natchez's mansions
- Trot into Natchez, drawn by horse-and-carriage
- Visit Emerald Mound, one of the largest Native American ceremonial mounds on the continent
- Savor delicious Southern cuisine—including hearty breakfasts and a 5-course candlelight dinner
- Stay at Monmouth Plantation, one of the nation's most highly acclaimed inns
- Delight in Mississippi's idyllic climate during the spring and fall
What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of primarily easy terrain mixed with some
rolling hills (Day 3 inside Vicksburg National Military Park being the most
notable). Our VBT van support shuttle is always available for those who need
assistance. This trip is ideal for both beginning and experienced cyclists.
- Activity Level: Easy/Mod
- Daily Mileage: 15-49 miles
- Daily Biking Time: 2-5 hours
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