Rifugio to Rifugio Ride

Rifugio to Rifugio Ride

Rifugio to Rifugio Ride

A 5-day, point-to-point gravel cycling journey through Western New England

Activities

Biking

Biking

Activity Level

4

4

Welcome!

New England’s rugged hills and winding dirt roads are the perfect backdrop for a true gravel and quiet back road adventure. The Rifugio to Rifugio Ride begins in Connecticut’s Litchfield Hills and travels north through the rolling terrain of the Berkshires, across the spine of Vermont’s Green Mountains, and finishes at Rifugio Darling Hill in the Northeast Kingdom.

Over five days, you’ll experience handpicked gravel routes, complete ride support, comfortable three-star accommodations, and a dynamic group of fellow riders. This ride blends scenic effort with end-of-day reward, bringing you from ridge to river, village to village — all with the purpose of connecting two adventure hubs built to serve the cycling community.



Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1

Litchfield to Great Barrington

Our journey begins at Rifugio Litchfield Hills, where you’ll kick off the ride with a group send-off into the Litchfield County backroads. The route weaves through quiet farmlands, river crossings, and forested hills en route to the Berkshire foothills. After a rolling day on mixed gravel and tarmac, we arrive in Great Barrington, a cultural and culinary hub nestled in western Massachusetts.

Overnight: Great Barrington, MA

Distance: ~40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Litchfield to Great Barrington

Our journey begins at Rifugio Litchfield Hills, where you’ll kick off the ride with a group send-off into the Litchfield County backroads. The route weaves through quiet farmlands, river crossings, and forested hills en route to the Berkshire foothills. After a rolling day on mixed gravel and tarmac, we arrive in Great Barrington, a cultural and culinary hub nestled in western Massachusetts.

Overnight: Great Barrington, MA

Distance: ~40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Day 2

Day 2

Great Barrington to Rutland

We continue north deeper into the Berkshires before entering southern Vermont. Expect long stretches of peaceful gravel, punchy climbs, and some breathtaking ridge views. A mid-day transfer helps manage the mileage and brings us closer to our destination in Rutland, gateway to the Green Mountains.

Overnight: Rutland, VT

Distance: ~40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Great Barrington to Rutland

We continue north deeper into the Berkshires before entering southern Vermont. Expect long stretches of peaceful gravel, punchy climbs, and some breathtaking ridge views. A mid-day transfer helps manage the mileage and brings us closer to our destination in Rutland, gateway to the Green Mountains.

Overnight: Rutland, VT

Distance: ~40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Day 3

Day 3

Rutland to Stowe

Today we ride through the heart of Vermont. Rolling terrain, winding forest roads, and the sense of moving deeper into the backcountry define this day. We pass through small towns and farm valleys as we head toward the iconic outdoor town of Stowe, a favorite for cyclists, skiers, and trail lovers alike.

Overnight: Stowe, VT

Distance: 40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Rutland to Stowe

Today we ride through the heart of Vermont. Rolling terrain, winding forest roads, and the sense of moving deeper into the backcountry define this day. We pass through small towns and farm valleys as we head toward the iconic outdoor town of Stowe, a favorite for cyclists, skiers, and trail lovers alike.

Overnight: Stowe, VT

Distance: 40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Day 4

Day 4

Stowe to East Burke

The final leg of our ride heads northeast toward the Northeast Kingdom, where Vermont’s most remote and beautiful roads await. Quiet, raw, and lightly traveled, these are the roads that make Vermont legendary among gravel riders. We finish the day in East Burke, home of Rifugio Darling Hill, where we celebrate our journey with a post-ride gathering at the Wildflower Inn overlooking the hills we’ve just crossed.

Overnight: East Burke, VT

Distance: 40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Stowe to East Burke

The final leg of our ride heads northeast toward the Northeast Kingdom, where Vermont’s most remote and beautiful roads await. Quiet, raw, and lightly traveled, these are the roads that make Vermont legendary among gravel riders. We finish the day in East Burke, home of Rifugio Darling Hill, where we celebrate our journey with a post-ride gathering at the Wildflower Inn overlooking the hills we’ve just crossed.

Overnight: East Burke, VT

Distance: 40–60 miles (short and long route options) + XL Options (60+ miles)

Day 5

Day 5

Departure Day

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and optional spin around Kingdom Trails before heading off. Shuttle options are available for return travel and luggage transport.

Departure Day

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and optional spin around Kingdom Trails before heading off. Shuttle options are available for return travel and luggage transport.

What’s Included

  • 4 nights of lodging in comfortable three-star accommodations (Thursday–Sunday)

  • Daily breakfast and lunch (beginning Thursday lunch through Monday breakfast)

  • Full ride support including SAG vehicle, on-route hydration/nutrition, and luggage transfers

  • Two daily route options with GPS files and ride briefings

  • On-trip ride transfers to manage mileage and access the best terrain

  • Celebration gathering at Wildflower Inn and Rifugio Darling Hill

What’s Not Included

  • Travel to and from Litchfield, CT at the start and end

  • Any alcohol purchases

  • Dinners

  • Bike or bike rental (we can help arrange a rental)

  • Tips and personal expenses

KC&E Adventures reserves the right to make adjustments to the itinerary as weather or terrain conditions dictate or as necessary to improve the trip quality or to accommodate the comfort, convenience, and well-being of our clients.

Trip Pricing

Trip Pricing

Trip Type

Occupancy

Double

Single Supp.

Group Trip

Group Trip

Group Trip

Group Trip

Oct 9, 2025

Oct 9, 2025

Oct 9, 2025

Oct 9, 2025

$2,800

$2,800

$3,100

$3,100

Private Trip

Private Trip

Private Trip

Private Trip

Guided

Guided

Guided

Guided

$4,500

$4,500

$4,900

$4,900

Self-Guided

Self-Guided

Self-Guided

Self-Guided

$1,900

$1,900

$2,200

$2,200

Day Exp. with Overnight Accommodations

Day Exp. with Overnight Accommodations

Day Exp. with Overnight Accommodations

Day Exp. with Overnight Accommodations

Day Experience with Transfer

Day Experience with Transfer

Day Experience with Transfer

Day Experience with Transfer

(does not include breakfast or dinner)

(does not include breakfast or dinner)

(does not include breakfast or dinner)

(does not include breakfast or dinner)

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