PA - Great Allegheny Passage

PENNSYLVANIA GREAT ALLEGHENY PASSAGE

The GAP Trail is on the bucket list of many cyclists who enjoy trails. Its spectacular views and peaceful surroundings will thrill you. The wide, crushed-gravel trail follows a gentle railroad grade the full distance. This tour includes a bonus excursion to the Flight 93 Memorial, which honors those lost on 9/11. Plus, you visit Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater.

Start in Pittsburgh with a shuttle to the southern end of the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) Trail. Stop along the way for lunch and a visit to marvel at Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous house, Fallingwater. Then warm up your legs with a short ride near Cumberland, MD.

Continue north on the trail enjoying eye-catching vistas, river crossings and tunnels. Visit historic Meyersdale and check out railroad exhibits.

Take a break from riding and visit the Flight 93 National Memorial, a moving tribute to those lost on 9/11.

Enjoy the stunning scenery along the Ohiopyle River, dramatic bridges, small towns, and rural farmland. And stay at a variety of comfortable inns along the way chosen for their easy access to the trail.

End the ride with a triumphant finish in downtown Pittsburgh at the terminus of the GAP Trail.

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TOUR AT A GLANCE

Start/End: Pittsburgh, PA

6 Days

Level 2: Easier to Intermediate

Biking miles: 10 to 46 miles/day (Options and van support available)

DATES:

May 7-12 May 14-19 August 20-25 September 10-15 September 17-22

INCLUDES:

5 nights’ lodging, 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners, 2 leaders, van support, bicycle and helmet, entrance to Fallingwater, transfer at one time from Pittsburgh to start, transfer to Flight 93 Memorial. Airfare not included.

PRICE: $2,295

Per person double occupancy. Solo traveler: Pvt. room add $600