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Fall Tour de Smokies at Blackberry Farm
A multi-day guided cycling and culinary experience in the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring Robbie Ventura and Todd Mathis at Blackberry Farm.
About the event
Guided cycling in the Smokies
Fall Tour de Smokies is a multi-day guided cycling and culinary event at Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee. The program centers on rides through the Great Smoky Mountains, with routes described for every skill level and modified routes available.
Robbie Ventura is featured as the cycling coach and lead ride leader. The rides are described as daily routes of approximately 40–45 miles with 3,000 feet of climbing, with full SAG support from Lexus and Blackberry Farm and nutrition stations for pre-, during- and post-ride needs.
Food and wine program
The culinary program includes group meals with wine pairings, seasonal menus from the Blackberry Farm Culinary team, and custom wine pairings by Todd Mathis, founder of DNS Wines. The opening welcome reception and dinner are tied to The Dogwood and prepared by Executive Chef Trevor Iaconis and the culinary team.
The event also states that all event activities and group meals with wine pairings are included, while taxes and a 20% service charge are additional.
Price and venue details
The published event activity fee is $1,200 per person. The fee is sold separately from room accommodations.
Blackberry Farm is the organizer and featured venue, with The Dogwood also named as a restaurant venue in Walland.
Frequently asked questions
Who leads the cycling program?
Robbie Ventura is featured as the cycling coach and lead ride leader for the event.
What kind of rides are included?
The rides are guided routes in the Great Smoky Mountains, with daily routes of approximately 40–45 miles and 3,000 feet of climbing, plus modified routes available.
What food and wine are part of the program?
The program includes group meals with wine pairings, seasonal menus from the Blackberry Farm Culinary team, and custom wine pairings by DNS Wines founder Todd Mathis.
Where does it take place?
Fall Tour de Smokies takes place at Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee, and The Dogwood is also named as a venue in Walland.
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