TASTE SERIES DESTINATION

VACATION ESSENTIALS: how to book a tour , pricing, and payment details

FAQ and General questions

  • We provide carefully chosen accommodations, delicious local food spot, great roads, and top-quality bikes and gear, so you can focus on the fun stuff. We also cover entrance fees for all planned tours, hikes, and other scheduled activities during our tour for all cyclist and for non-riders. Alcoholic beverages are not included with set meals, except for the welcome and farewell dinners. However, they will be included on any tours where wine or similar beverages are part of the experience.

  • All of our trips are guaranteed to run when a minimum of 2–4 participants are booked.

    Participants will be notified 90 days prior to the start of the tour if the trip does not meet the minimum number of registrants or if any unforeseen circumstance beyond our control arises. If a tour is cancelled by Farm to Fork for reasons not related to government restrictions, a full refund will be issued to all participants, either back to the original credit card used for purchase or by check to the address on file.

    NOTE: No trips have been cancelled by Farm To Fork International since its inception.

  • Every ride we plan revolves around local food, fun, culture, and adventure. Whether you prefer to stop and enjoy the scenery or ride hard, we ensure everyone’s needs are met. Each day, you’ll be supported by at least two guides on the road riding at two different paces and another in the support van, offering mechanical assistance and a lift when needed. Our routes also include options for both longer and shorter rides. Dedicated cyclists can take on extra miles, while those tackling more challenging routes can always count on our support van for assistance.

    We also offer e-bikes, providing extra pedal power to help you cover longer distances, complete steeper climbs, and maintain a faster pace—perfect for riding with others who cycle at different levels.

  • When booking a tour, we recommend discussing dietary restrictions with your assigned Tour Coordinator to gather detailed information about your dietary preferences and alert your guides in advance.

    For more information email pina@farmtofork.fitness

  • Travelers with companions who prefer not to cycle can still experience the journey in our Farm to Fork Style. We offer daily curated itineraries for non-riders, allowing them to explore the region through activities like historic walks, car tours, hikes, cultural discoveries, or simply relaxing at hotel pools and spas. Whenever possible, non-riders will have the opportunity to join riders for the post-morning-ride lunch. Additional afternoon experiences for both non-riders and riders who wish to cycle in the morning and explore on foot in the afternoon are available almost daily. You will be asked to select the "Non-Rider Option" when registering non-riders for the tour.

    The price of our tours covers accommodations, meals, wine, and many off-bike activities, so the price per person is the same for both riders and non-riders.

    • All our tours include premium carbon road bike with the tour. Please see each tour to view bikes provided.

    • Participants are required to bring their own pedals to match their bike clips. Otherwise all bikes will be furnished with standard pedals

    • Upgrades to E-Bike are listed for each tour but range from $200-290.00 supplement

    • Guests will receive a form prior to 90 days of the tour to confirm the bike style. Any upgrade cost will be included in the final payment

    • To ensure bike availability, guests must submit their bike measurements no later than 90 days before departure. Requests made within 45 days of departure will be subject to availability and may not be guaranteed.

    • Changes to bike selections made within 21 days of departure will incur a late change fee.

    • Guests who bring their own bike will receive a credit on the final payment equal to $250.00, or the cost of airline bike-luggage fees, capped at $350.00 per bike. Farm to Fork will store guest-provided bikes each night along side the remaining bikes, unless participants request to manage their bikes themselves.

    • Electric Assist: E-bikes are available on all our tours, e-bikes give you extra support to help you ride farther, climb steeper hills, and keep a faster pace. It’s a great choice if you're cycling with others who ride at different speeds, travel the entire distance or if you want to explore more challenging routes.

  • We prepare cycling days to include everyone.  That is, our itineraries cater to all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced cyclists.

    Each day on tour, we offer both longer and shorter ride options. If you're an avid cyclist on a more relaxed tour day, our guides are happy to extend the ride with extra miles following the lunch stop. If you are a beginner or intermediate cyclist on a more challenging day, our support van is always available to assist, or you can use an electric assist to enjoy the tour.

    Average Distances for Daily Rides -Recreational, Intermediate and Advanced Cyclists

    Distance: 15-40 miles(25-70 km)
    Elevation: 1,500-4,000 feet(450-1,200 meters)

    Additional Miles-Intermediate and Advanced Cyclists
    Daily Average can be extented to the following distances:
    Distance: 50-70 miles (80-115 km)
    Elevation: 5,000-10,000 feet (1,600-3,000 meters)

reserving your spot

  • Booking during the pre-season sales or more than 120 days prior to scheduled tour departure date: A deposit of $200.00 is required to secure your spot and $800.00 due by Jan 15th or within 30 days if booking post holiday sales . Fifty percent of the remaining balance is due 90 days prior to the trip departure date, with the remaining balance due 30 days before departure.

    Booking within 90 days of scheduled tour departure date: Seventy-five percent payment is due at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 30 days before departure.

    Booking within 30 days of scheduled tour departure date: Full payment is required.

  • All payments must be made in USD and can be paid through our 3rd party vendor via debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover). If you wish to use a different payment method including personal check, wire transfer, or another payment method, please contact Pina Finazzo at pina@farmtofork.fitness. Cash is not accepted.

    A $50 service fee will be charged to each reservation if a payment is refunded and then recharged to a different card.

    While you may dispute charges with your credit card company (“chargebacks”), we ask that you first contact us to resolve any concerns regarding charges.

    By booking with us, you agree to abide by our cancellation policy. Farm to Fork reserves the right to challenge any improper chargebacks and recover associated costs, including legal fees. In the case of an improper chargeback, we also reserve the right to cancel any related travel reservation.

    The following chargeback situations are considered improper:

    • Chargebacks for non-cancellable reservations, regardless of whether the reservation is used.

    • Chargebacks for charges authorized by family, friends, or others with direct access to your credit card (excluding credit card fraud).

    • Chargebacks due to discrepancies with product descriptions.

    • Chargebacks arising from force majeure or events beyond Farm to Fork's control.

    • Chargebacks due to disagreement with the cancellation policy.

  • Prices listed on the Farm to Fork website and invoices are in USD per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes. Each tour offers unique features specific to that itinerary. Please check the individual tour page on our website for details on inclusions and exclusions.

    Guests wishing to have a private room will be subject to a Single Supplement, which varies by tour and can be found on each tour’s page.

    No price adjustments are made for late arrivals, early departures, or for participants who do not bike (“non-riders”).

  • Our tours are priced for double occupancy. A Single Supplement applies for a private room. If you're traveling solo and prefer a roommate, let us know, and we'll try to pair you with another solo traveler to waive the supplement. Single room requests will have pricing based on each tour.

travel services

  • You will be assigned a Tour Coordinator approximately 3 months before your tour start date. Together, your coordinator and our team are committed to ensuring your cycling adventure is seamless from start to finish. For any questions prior to 3 months before the tour, feel free to contact Pina Finazzo my email: pina@farmtofork.fitness. Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions at any time!

  • Bikes are included in the tour; however, some participants choose to bring their own. Please note that we do not provide any services related to the use of personal bikes.

    If you plan to bring your own bike, please select the “Bringing My Own Bike” option on your bikeform in order to receive a discount on the tour price. Farm to Fork International is not responsible for any bikes lost or damaged during self-transport.

  • To find the most affordable airfare, try using online travel sites like Google Flights and Hopper. These platforms can alert you when flight prices drop to their lowest, helping you save on your flight to you destination.

  • Farm to Fork is committed to delivering all Vacation Destination events as planned. We have a dedicated team in place to ensure your journey unfolds smoothly. While we strive to provide the best experience, please note that we cannot control the weather or unforeseen circumstances, and we are not responsible for these factors. For added peace of mind, we recommend considering looking into your own Travel Protection Plan to safeguard your investment

  • We offer group transportation to and from the designated airports and train stations as specified in each tour. If your travel plans fall outside the arrival or departure times or locations, you may be responsible for extra costs. Throughout the entire tour, we handle all luggage transfers and transportation with our own hired staff.

Cancellation Policy, Trip Changes, tour credits

  • Any tour booked as a VIP- Passport holder or pre-season $200.00 deposit the registration can be modified and applied for full value (including promotional value) to any Farm to Fork Fitness event in that calendar year.

    Once your reservation is confirmed with the first payment of $800.00, the cancellation policy is as follows:

    After the first $800.00 payment: A cancellation fee equal to 25% of the trip price will apply.

    After the second payment: A cancellation fee equal to 50% of the trip price will apply.

    Cancellations up to 90 days prior to the scheduled departure: Guests will receive a credit voucher for the remaining balance, valid for one year from the original departure date.

    Cancellations up to 30 days prior to the scheduled departure: A cancellation fee equal to 100% of the trip price will apply.

    The cancellation policies outlined above reflect the costs Farm to Fork incurs well before travelers depart, and these policies are strictly enforced. The trip price includes everything purchased from Farm to Fork as part of your tour, including upgrades, pre- and post-tour arrangements, and the Single Supplement. Please note that any supplement paid for bike upgrades is non-refundable if canceled within 31 days of the tour.

  • All Tour Credits are transferable but non-refundable. They cannot be used toward another deposit payment for Destination Vacation. However, they can be applied toward another Weekend Getaway or Fondo event. Tour Credits must be used within one calendar year of the original departure date, or they will be forfeited with some special circumstances where extension may be granted.

    If a Tour Credit is applied to another event, it is considered non-refundable or may be subject to change fees associated with that event.

    Special rules apply for COVID-related travel credits.

    Please contact our office for more details.

  • Requests to change an existing reservation will be honored until the first payment of $800.00 is received. The requested change will be applied at no additional cost to a different Farm to Fork adventure within the same calendar year. The guest is responsible for any additional feein the new tour price. Only one date change per reservation is permitted.

  • Farm to Fork may cancel, modify, or delay tours due to force majeure events such as natural disasters, epidemics, pandemics, or government-imposed travel restrictions. In the event of a tour cancellation by Farm to Fork due to force majeure, guests will receive a Travel Credit for the amount paid to be used toward another tour.

    Farm to Fork is not responsible for any personal expenses incurred due to itinerary changes or force majeure cancellations, such as prepaid hotels or airline tickets. We recommend confirming your trip with Farm to Fork before making additional travel arrangements.

    Farm to Fork reserves the right to modify routes, activities, and hotels on any tour, including details listed on our website. We strive to minimize changes whenever possible. As always, if modifications to the original schedule are made, we will maintain the same standard of premium lodging and experiences.

  • Each year, Farm to Fork creates a unique theme as part of its 5-Year TASTE Series experience. No trip is repeated.

    We believe in our product and value your loyalty.

    As we begin our five-year journey to expand our model, we are offering an exclusive treat to our participants.:

    • After traveling on 5 international vacations with us, your 6th trip is 50% off. It’s our way of saying thank you for believing in us and our values.

    • Additionally, as a special promotion, any return participant who invites a family member or friend to their second event will receive 20% off their registration (limited to one new participant per registration).

PACKING LISTS

    • Ensure your passport is valid for 3-6 months after your return date

    • Notify your bank/credit card companies of upcoming travel

    • Notify your phone vendor of international travel for best rates and coverage

    • Limit your luggage to one medium-sized suitcase and one carry-on

    • Travel confirmations and tickets (air, rail, etc.)

    • Passport + photocopy

    • Local currency

    • Farm to Fork Travel Guide (with meeting and departure details)

    • Emergency contacts

    • Health insurance information

    • Medications

    • Additional Items

      • Cell phone and charger

      • Photo gear and charger

      • Power/plug adapter specific to the country you are touring

      • Toiletries

      • Sunscreen, hat, and other sun protection gear

  • When cycling:

    • Cycling jerseys  and Cycling shorts

    • Cycling Pedals and shoes ( we provide cage/flat pedals)

    • Sneakers (if you don’t bring your own pedals)

    • Cycling sunglasses

    • Athletic socks

    • Arm/leg warmers

    • Lightweight, waterproof, wind-resistant jacket or vest

    • Bike gloves

    • Bike saddle/cover (if you prefer your own)

    When off the bike

    • Sturdy Hiking or Walking shoes

    • Long and short-sleeved shirts

    • Sweater/jacket for evenings

    • Casual attire + dress shoes

    • Swimsuit

  • Most of the hotels we stay at offer laundry service for a fee. This can help reduce the amount of bike clothing you need to bring.

  • Farm to Fork offers the following inclusions for your tour:

    • Road or Hybrid Bike with saddle (E-bike will be an additional charge)

    • GPS (based on availability)

    • Flat or caged pedals (bring your own pedals if you have your own bike shoes

    • Helmet

    • Water bottle

    • Snacks/nutrition/fueling for each ride and guided tour

    • Day bag

    • Farm to Fork t-shirt

    • Farm to Fork jersey

    We will provide you a link to purchase any our 2025 limited edition VIP Taste Series gear (at our cost!) if you would like additional items to match your limited edition jersey.

Miscellaneous

  • After submitting your deposit, you will receive a Traveler Profile to complete. This profile must be signed and returned to Farm to Fork within 10 days of receipt to personalize your trip. The profile helps Farm to Fork secure your bicycle, note any dietary restrictions, and address special requests you may have and most important individualize the tour to make it your own great vacation.

  • By submitting your deposit and completing your Traveler Profile, you agree to the following Traveler Code:

    • I have chosen a trip that suits my abilities, fitness level, and health condition.

    • I do not have any physical conditions or disabilities that could be a hazard to myself or other travelers.

    • I have a valid passport and all necessary visas, permits, certificates, and vaccinations required for travel.

    • I will review all pre-trip materials, including clothing, medical requirements, and culture-specific etiquette.

    • I will communicate any special requests, including dietary restrictions, medical needs, and room preferences, at least 30 days before travel. I understand that Farm to Fork will try to accommodate these requests but cannot guarantee they will be met.

    • I will respect the laws and customs of the countries we visit.

    • I will follow environmental guidelines as directed by my guides.

    • I will respect the rights and privacy of fellow travelers.

    • I understand that group travel involves compromise to accommodate diverse desires, goals, and physical abilities. Guides may need to make decisions based on group consensus, which may not always please everyone but aims to satisfy the group’s overall needs.

    • I understand that Farm to Fork reserves the right to refuse service to anyone whose health or behavior may affect the well-being or enjoyment of others. A guest may be asked to leave the tour if their behavior or health risks the group or individual’s safety.

    • I understand that traveling on less-accessible roads may limit medical facilities and evacuation services.

    • I understand that weather conditions are beyond Farm to Fork’s control.

    • I will always wear a helmet while riding.

    • I will not wear headphones while riding.

    • I will consume alcohol responsibly.

    • I will be responsible for any damages caused to hotel rooms.

    • I will not use my cell phone while riding.

    If you do not consent to these regulations, you may be dismissed from the tour at your own expense, with no refund for the missed portion of the tour. Farm to Fork reserves the right to refuse or cancel a reservation if the guest’s health or behavior impedes the welfare or enjoyment of other travelers.

  • Farm to Fork is not liable for bodily injury or property damage due to (but not limited to) physical exertion, weather conditions, collisions with bicycles, pedestrians, or vehicles, road conditions, travel by various means of transport, consumption of alcohol, civil unrest, terrorism, equipment breakdown, high altitudes, or lack of access to medical attention. Full terms are outlined in the agreement.

    Guests who fail to provide a signed Release of Liability prior to departure will not be allowed to join the trip, and the standard cancellation policy will apply.

    Limitations of Liability

    Farm to Fork is not liable for any expenses, such as meals, transportation, or lodging costs, not specified in the trip cost. Farm to Fork reserves the right to modify routes and accommodations as needed to improve the quality of the trip or ensure guest comfort.

    Baggage

    Farm to Fork is not responsible for the loss of passports, tickets, luggage, personal property, or valuables. Guests may not bring animals, firearms, controlled substances, or hazardous items on tour. Since luggage may not always be with you, pack carefully and consider leaving valuables at home. Guests are responsible for ensuring their baggage is labeled and properly transferred between transport modes.

    Miscellaneous

    While Farm to Fork makes every effort to ensure accuracy in publications, we are not liable for typographical or printing errors, including prices.

    We make every effort to accommodate severe food allergies but cannot guarantee all requests will be met.

    Guests grant Farm to Fork permission to take photos or video of the trip for promotional and commercial use, without compensation now or in the future. By submitting your deposit, you agree to assign all rights to any media in which your image may appear. Farm to Fork's photography is copyrighted and cannot be reproduced without permission.

    Harassment Policy

    Farm to Fork is committed to providing a harassment-free experience, free from disrespectful conduct or behavior based on race, religion, gender, nationality, disability, medical condition, age, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. Prohibited behavior includes verbal harassment, physical assault, unwanted touching, and inappropriate gestures. Any guest experiencing or witnessing harassment should report it immediately. Guests engaging in harassment or inappropriate behavior may be dismissed from the tour with no refund and will be responsible for any additional expenses incurred as a result of their dismissal.

    COVID-19

    Guests acknowledge and understand that there is an inherent risk of exposure to bacteria, pathogens, and viruses, including the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, and of contracting an illness or disease as a result of contact with other individuals and/or surfaces. Guests hereby waive and release Farm to Fork and its affiliates from any and all claims, demands, and damages arising from exposure to bacteria, pathogens, or viruses, including but not limited to COVID-19, as well as any illness or disease contracted as a result of such exposure, including claims allegedly arising from the negligence of Farm to Fork or the guest.

    Guests understand that they may be required to undergo health screenings or sign additional forms before and/or during the trip, as mandated by Farm to Fork, government authorities, local suppliers, or other entities in order to participate in or continue the trip.

    Guests agree to comply with all rules and regulations set forth by Farm to Fork, government authorities, and other relevant entities.

  • Your trust in choosing us, among so many options, is truly inspiring. It motivates me to deliver exceptional service from day one. I look forward to showing you how we have put a unique twist on biking, community, connection and adventure.

    Pina Finazzo