2025 ARIZONA BIKE TOUR DATES Road Bike Tour Mountain Bike Tour February 17 – 21 February 24-28 February 24 – 28 March 3-7 March 3 – 7 April 28-May 2 March 10 – 14 April 7 – 11 April 28 – May 2 May 5 – 9 REGISTER NOW 2025 ARIZONA BIKE TOUR DATES Road Bike Tour Mountain Bike Tour February 17 – 21 February 24-28 February 24 – 28 March 3-7 March 3 – 7 This date is going to have a Cactus Cup MTB race add on April 28-May 2 March 10 – 14 April 7 – 11 April 28 – May 2This week is going to have a mountain bike option May 5 – 9 REGISTER NOW WHAT'S INCLUDED $2499.00 TOTAL TOUR COST Accommodations for 4 nights Breakfast for 4 days Dinner for 4 nights Craft Cycling water bottles Craft Cycling Pedal industries bag Sag support: Water, gels, etc. REGISTER NOW ROAD BIKE TOUR ITINERARY Sunny Phoenix, Arizona, also known as The Valley of the Sun, is a dream destination for cyclists. With over 300 days of sunshine and incredible scenery, the conditions are perfect for exhilarating road rides, including challenging climbs to beautiful views of the surrounding desert. With thousands of miles of cycle-friendly roads and endless great weather, Arizona is consistently ranked as a top cycling destination. DAY 1 | Distance: 25 - 50 miles 10:00am-12:00pmMeet in the Hampton Inn to sign-in, check-in, and build bikes.1:00pmIntroduction to today’s route and then roll out as a group. Today, we will do a good shake out ride around the Cave Creek/Carefree area.After settling in and cleaning up, meet in the lobby bar for a welcome gathering and a chance for further introductions before heading out to dinner. DAY 2 | Distance: 25 - 50 miles 10:00am:Meet in lobby to review today’s ride details and get ready to roll out.Make sure to get good and fueled for a challenging out and back ride to Bartlett Lake. Picturesque views await as you descend on 14 miles of perfect pavement. Of course, what goes down must come up, but first make sure you dip your toes in the lake. As always, there will be sag support so don’t be shy to jump into the shuttle.Once back at the hotel, you will have time to explore and get ready for dinner. DAY 3 | Distance: 25 - 50 miles 9:00am:Meet in lobby to review today’s ride details and get ready to roll out.Today, we will head to Tom’s Thumb overlook where you will see a maze of dirt trails in the McDowell Regional Park, as well as the flanks of the McDowell Mountains and the Four Peaks wilderness area. There will be sag support with water and gels along the way.Tonight’s dinner will sure to be a treat with great food and beer as we head to Cave Creek’s original “Wild West Saloon and Restaurant”- Harold’s Cave Creek Corral.After dinner, we’ll continue our “Western Night” with more riding; live bull riding at the Buffalo Chip Saloon. Don’t worry, you only have to watch. DAY 4 | Distance: 25 - 50 miles 9:00am:Meet in lobby to review today’s ride details and get ready to roll out.Today, we will head to Tom’s Thumb overlook where you will see a maze of dirt trails in the McDowell Regional Park, as well as the flanks of the McDowell Mountains and the Four Peaks wilderness area. There will be sag support with water and gels along the way.Tonight’s dinner will sure to be a treat with great food and beer as we head to Cave Creek’s original “Wild West Saloon and Restaurant”- Harold’s Cave Creek Corral.After dinner, we’ll continue our “Western Night” with more riding; live bull riding at the Buffalo Chip Saloon. Don’t worry, you only have to watch. DAY 5 | Get Away Day - Riding Optional Today will be the getaway day for those with Friday travel plans home. We will arrange for late check out and baggage storage for anyone planning to stay for the day. Self-guided optional routes will be provided, or you may want to ride a route you liked from earlier in the week. REGISTER NOW MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR ITINERARY Mountain biking through the Sonoran Desert offers an exhilarating experience with a blend of flowing trails, scenic beauty, and a unique desert ecosystem. The Sonoran Desert, is known for its distinctive landscapes, including saguaro cacti, rugged mountains, and sweeping desert vistas. Riders may spot desert wildlife such as roadrunners, coyotes, javelinas, and if lucky, a glimpse of a Gila monster or desert tortoise. As with all Craft Cycling tours, there will be sag support with water and gels. DAY 1 | 1.5hrs 10:00am – 12:00pmMeet at the Hampton Inn to sign-in, check-in, and build bikes1:00pmLoad up the bikes and head to the trail head for a good shake out ride. The route will be flowy single track with minimal climbing.After settling in and cleaning up, meet in the lobby bar for a welcome gathering and a chance for further introductions before heading out to dinner. DAY 2 | 2-3hrs 10:00am:Meet in the lobby and load up the bikes for the short drive to McDowell Mt park. The park has hundreds of miles of beautiful single track to explore. Our route will be 90% single track with short climbs and is good for both experienced and novice mountain bikers.Once back at the hotel, you will have time to explore and get ready for dinner. DAY 3 | 2-3 hours 8:00am:Meet in the lobby and load up the bikes for the drive to Prescott, home to the famous Whiskey Off-Road event. The route today will offer scenic beauty with a nice mix of climbing and descending.Tonight’s dinner will sure to be a treat with great food and beer as we head to Cave Creeks’s original “Wild West Saloon and Restaurant”- Harold’s Cave Creek Corral.After dinner, we’ll continue our “Western Night” with more riding; live bull riding at the Buffalo Chip Saloon. Don’t worry, you only have to watch!!! DAY 4 | 2-3hrs 10:00am:Meet in the lobby and load up bike to head to Browns Ranch. Brown’s Ranch is known for its beautiful Sonoran Desert scenery. 95% of todays ride will be single track. We will ride through saguaro forests, past granite boulder formations, and have great views of the McDowell Mountains.Tonight, we’ll meet for our last night as a group to reflect on our accomplishments and memorable moments with all our newfound friends while we enjoy a social hour and dinner. DAY 5 | Get Away Day - Riding Optional Today will be the getaway day for those with Friday travel plans home. We will arrange for late check out and baggage storage for anyone planning to stay for the day. Self-guided optional routes will be provided, or you may want to ride a route you liked from earlier in the week. REGISTER NOW Want a copy? Print the itinerary. Have some questions? We're here to help. Support is just a few taps away. You can also get your questions answered by reviewing our FAQ section. + Call Us Direct: 480-524-0808Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. PST + Send us a message READY TO TOUR? Call: 480-524-0808 M-F: 7AM - 6PM PST [email protected] Facebook Instagram Ride Hard. Eat Well. Enjoy Great Beer. Privacy Policy | Liability Release | Terms + Conditions | Blogs Register for a Tour