Adventure South has been offering active cycling and hiking holidays in NZ since 1992.
-Introductory grade Cycling
-5 Days
-Queenstown to Christchurch
The Queenstown Otago Rail Trail is a favourite amongst our travellers and it's no secret why.
Combine two of the South Island's most popular travel experiences, the adventure capital of Queenstown as well as the famous Otago Rail Trail. The cycling will take in a beautiful ride from Arrowtown to the Kawarau 'Bungy' Bridge on the newly established Queenstown Trails before pedalling the country's most famous cycle path, the 150km vehicle free Otago Rail Trail, a specially converted trail along the old Central Otago branch railway line from Clyde to Middlemarch.
You'll discover the many small towns and abandoned gold diggings scattered along the trail as well as meeting some intriguing locals before hopping off the bikes to board the spectacular Taieri Gorge Railway into Dunedin, one of the world's great train trips.
For those that thrive on adventure and activity during their holidays Queenstown will be a highlight in itself and we encourage you to talk to us about extending your stay here to make the most of the many activities on offer.
Itinerary
Day 1 Queenstown to Clyde
Day 2 Clyde to Lauder
Day 3 Lauder to Ranfurly
Day 4 Ranfurly to Dunedin
Day 5 Dunedin to Christchurch
What's Included
4 breakfasts, 4 dinners
4 nights hotel/motel accommodation on twin share basis, mostly ensuite bathroom facilities
Professional qualified driver/guide
Private vehicle transport (except for Taieri Gorge train)
Taieri Gorge Train trip to Dunedin
Otago Central Rail Trail passport
Water and snacks while cycling
Access and concession fees paid to the Department of Conservation
New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Note: Bike Hire (extra charge)
See you there!
Local
Eat and Drink
- The Lotus-Heart - Christchurch (0.3 miles) - The Lotus-Heart is dedicated to conscious living and healthy eating, striving to create a global cui...
- Fiddlesticks Restaurant & Bar - Christchurch (1.1 miles) - Sociable and relaxed, Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar is Christchurch’s most sophisticated retreat...
- Spice Paragon - Christchurch (1.4 miles) - An Exquisite Dining Experience Spice Paragon prides itself on the freshness and quality of its ingred...
- Jimmys Restaurant and Bar - Christchurch (1.8 miles) - Named after the proprietors father, Jimmy’s Restaurant and Bar offers a unique dining experience a...
- Tudors on Papanui Restaurant & Bar - Merivale (2.0 miles) - Tudors Restaurant located within Heartland Hotel Cotswold offers a cozy place to start your day or u...
See and Do
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- Adventure South NZ - Queenstown Otago Rail Trail (5 Days) Christchurch (0.0 miles) - Adventure South has been offering active cycling and hiking holidays in NZ since 1992. -Introductory ...
- The Toy Collector Christchurch (0.2 miles) - The Toy Collector is the result of years of collecting and, in the past two years, of conscious acqu...
- Red Bus Ltd - The Christchurch Rebuild tour Christchurch (0.2 miles) - The Christchurch Rebuild Tour offers a unique guided experience through the past, present and future...
Shopping
- Pukeko Junction Regional Wine Centre & Gallery - Amberley (23.8 miles) - Pukeko Junction is at the gateway to the Waipara Valley North Canterbury wine region on SH1, just 40...