Grand Traverse Bike Tours, a year-round activity-based tour company in Suttons Bay, MI, creates unique and memorable wine tour experiences. Known for their popular Leelanau Wine Trail Bike Tours, GTBT continues to offer one of their signature winter adventures: Sip & Ski.

“If you’re looking for a winter adventure, this tour can’t be beat,” says GTBT owner Nick Wierzba. “Skiing from winery to winery in the serene countryside—there’s nothing like it in all of the U.S.!”

The Sip & Ski Tour combines cross-country skiing, wine tasting, and local culinary delights in an all-inclusive guided experience. Scheduled for January 19, 2025, and February 2, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM, tickets are priced at $98 per person.

What’s Included:

  • Guided cross-country ski tour on private vineyards and the groomed Leelanau Trail.

  • Cross-country ski, pole, and boot rental.

  • Wine tasting at Shady Lane Cellars, a boutique winery known for its estate-grown wines and historic setting.

  • Complimentary Wine Tour waterbottle 

  • A warm lunch at Farm Club, including made-in-house soup, fresh bread, and a beverage.

  • Wine purchase pick-up and shuttle service back to the starting point.

The Adventure:

Participants will ski 5.1 miles along the groomed Leelanau Trail, led by professional guides. The tour begins with a complimentary wine tasting at Shady Lane Cellars, set on a scenic, historic farm. Afterward, skiers traverse the winery’s rolling vineyards before joining the flat, groomed Leelanau Trail. Along the way, guests will enjoy breathtaking views of snow-dusted farms, sweeping vistas, and the tranquil Leelanau countryside.

The journey concludes at Farm Club, a farm-to-table restaurant where guests will savor a warm, hearty bowl of soup and a refreshing beverage. Guests will be shuttled back to the starting point unless they choose to ski the return route for an extra challenge.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.grandtraversebiketours.com or by calling (231) 421-6815.

Important Details:

  • This event is for adults aged 21 and older; ID verification will be required at each winery.

  • Attendees should dress warmly in layers, wear insulated socks and gloves, and be prepared for winter conditions.

  • The total time outdoors will be approximately 2 to 2.5 hours while covering 5.1 miles on skis.

Grand Traverse Bike Tours operates year-round out of their Suttons Bay Bike Shop (Suttons Bay Bikes), conveniently located off M-22 in downtown Suttons Bay. The shop features a full line of retail and rental equipment, including fat tire bikes, cross-country skis, and snowshoes, along with winter apparel and gear.

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