Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Deposits, Payments, Refunds, Cancellations,
Transfers, Travel Insurance & Bike Shipping

 

Testimonials

“This is my dream trip – several rides from one location and then into Yosemite.”
- K.A.

Hi Nikki and Dan!
I had so much fun on this week's Yosemite ride. I'm quite amazed with myself. I enjoyed that you had everything so well planned. Having a support vehicle was a nice experience!
- L.H.

I just wanted to thank you for making our trip possible ! I am inspired to shop for a bike to make keeping up maybe a tad easier. It was a good trip and good people . Yosemite is so awesome!!! Thanks again for a real nice time .
-A.M. (2009 Groveland/Yosemite Tour)

“I enjoyed the trip so much on many levels. I'd love to do it again.”
-B.B. (2009 Glacier Tour)

Holiday Gift re: 2009 Glacier Tour

Grimes Getaways Bicycle Tours provided rest stop support for the Fremont Freewheelers Bicycle Club Cinderella Training Rides.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need to be there?

Registration and check-in will be after 3:00pm the first day listed for each ride. A campsite and dinner will be provided for you that night.

What do my fees include?

Dinner on registration day. Breakfast, lunch and dinner each day of the ride ending with lunch on the final ride day. Also included are your route sheets, SAG support, camping fees, gear transport, showers and toilets, vehicle support and rest stops.

What do I need to do if I have to cancel?

Contact us, in writing, as soon as possible. Email is adequate. See the cancellation policy section.

Is this a camping or a lodging tour?

This is a camping tour.
A list of motels in the communities where we will be staying will be sent to you in the confirmation packet. Not all communities have motels. Camping may be the only option. We can shuttle you to your motel.

What do I need to bring?

A suggested list of “what to bring” will be sent to you upon acceptance of your registration. Briefly, your camping equipment, cycling clothes and gear, non-cycling clothes, personal toiletries, and bicycle in good mechanical condition.

Can I ship my bike?

If you are interested in shipping your bike please contact us for more information.

What kind of roads can I expect?

We try to select good, paved road surfaces through rural countryside to avoid high traffic areas. Sometimes this is not possible and you will be riding through town or on more heavily traveled roads.

What weather can I expect?

We try to choose the ride to match good weather patterns. However, there may be rain, heat, cold, headwinds and tailwinds.

What will be expected of me?

You will set up and take down your tent each day. You will bring your equipment and luggage to the truck to be loaded. You will bring your bicycle in good working condition. You will enjoy meeting new people. You will have fun.

How long is each day’s ride?

The average distance per day is 50 miles.  However, the distance can range from 35 to 80 miles.

Where can I store my vehicle while I’m off riding for the week?

We arrange for a place to park your vehicle depending on the area we ride in.  Most times we are able to arrange for parking at the first night’s campground.

Deposits, Payments, Refunds, Cancellations,
Transfers, Travel Insurance & Bike Shipping

Deposit / Payment

$300 Deposit is due with the Registration Form and Release and Waiver Form (for all events)

Full payment is required 60 days prior to event start date.

Cancellations, Refunds, and Transfers

If one must cancel an event reservation for any reason, it is the participant’s responsibility to notify Grimes Getaways immediately in writing or via email so that the participant may receive the maximum refund possible.

Grimes Getaways refund policy is as follows:

Cancellation fee per person:
• If notice is received by Grimes Getaways more than 60 days prior to event, $100.00 is retained by Grimes Getaways
• If notice is received by Grimes Getaways 31 to 60 days prior to event, 50% of event cost is retained by Grimes Getaways
• If notice is received by Grimes Getaways 0 to 30 days prior to event, 100% of activity cost is retained by Grimes Getaways

No refund will be given:
• for a participant’s late arrival for an event
• if a participant chooses to leave an event for any reason after the event start date
• once an event has started for: food, services or overnight lodging for which a participant paid but did not use

Grimes Getaways reserves the right to cancel events. Participant’s payment will be refunded if Grimes Getaways cancels the event.

Transfers

Transfers between events are allowed within the same calendar year with a transfer fee of $100.00. If a participant requests a transfer from a fully booked activity, the amount of funds transferred to the new activity depends on whether Grimes Getaways is able to fill the spot vacated by the participant. If Grimes Getaways is not able to fill the spot vacated, then the funds transferred will be limited by the refund policy stated above.

Suggestion: Confirm your event is a definite “go” 60 days prior to the event start date before purchasing non-refundable travel tickets.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is optional and available to cover some unforeseen cancellations or emergencies. In an effort to plan for unexpected personal emergencies, health issues, weather, and transportation problems that might cause you to cancel or shorten your event, travel insurance is strongly advised.

Please consult your insurance agent about cost and coverage.

Bike Shipping

We work with High Country Shipping to help with this. Download their general information sheet here. Or visit our links page for contact information.