Ride the East Gippsland rail trail
Enjoy a diverse tour with serene views all the way
Experience a self-guided rail trail holiday
Ride either solo or as part of a group on a bike tour of Victoria
Explore a countryside cycle trail
Experience the Gippsland region by bike

East Gippsland Rail Trail Cycle Tour

Duration
6 days
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$1,497 USD

Hassle-free self-guided cycling on the dedicated cycle path on the East Gippsland Rail Trail over 6 days. This itinerary combines both the East Gippsland Rail Trail and the popular side trip, The Gippsland Lakes Discovery Trail, giving you ample opportunity to take in the varied scenery and history of the stunning East Gippsland region. Cycle through rainforest, farmland, and across historic timber railway bridges and sample the excellent local foods and wines of East Victoria with a superb side trip to Lakes Entrance.

  • Category
    Trail Riding
  • Type
    Self-Guided
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Forested
  • Distance
    92.6 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    23 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and finish?

    The tour starts and ends in Orbost, Victoria.  Orbost is about 370km from Melbourne, or about a 4.5 hour drive. From Canberra it is about a 4 hour drive. If you're coming from Sydney the drive will take around 7 hours. You can reach Orbost by train and V-Line bus from Melbourne. Depending on connections the journey time is around 6 hours.

    If you arriving in Orbost on day 1 you will need to arrive in time for the 1pm transfer to Bairnsdale. It is suggested you arrive around midday. You can leave your car in Orbost as you will return here at the end of the trip.

  • How long is the tour? How many cycling days?

    The tour is 6 days long with 4 days of cycling.

  • What's the trip like?

    This self guided trip involves 4 days of undulating, well maintained cycling trails. Daily cycling distance varies from 25km to 51km. The Rail Trail is mostly gentle, with a few longer ascents that on completion you are rewarded with stunning views. The Rail Trail path is shared between walkers and horse riders, but is free from road traffic. The rail trail occasionally crosses the highway or quiet roads. You will cycle on roads in and out of the towns where we stay, but this is only for short distances each day. The trail surface is made up of either compacted gravel, fine gravel, compacted earth, and some sealed sections.

  • Will there be luggage transfers?

    Yes, your luggage will be transferred in between each hotel. Please keep your luggage to one bag per person, that weighs less than 20kg.

  • Do I need to be a confident cyclist?

    Yes, you need to be a capable cyclist. You will cover up to 36km in a day. Most of the cycling is along the dedicated cycle path, and you will only need to cycle on the road while you are in town for meals or getting to your accommodation.

  • What is a self guided tour?

    Self guided cycling requires individuals to use problem solving skills, be adaptable and have a keen eye. On self guided cycling tours it is expected that you will know how to repair punctures and make minor adjustments to gears, handlebars and seats. For anything more serious, our local partner will be able to assist. It is recommended that you are comfortable map reading, referring to route notes and that you have a good sense of direction (or are willing to work on improving this!) Sometimes route finding, losing your way, finding it again and asking the locals for help is all part of the adventure.

    If you’ve never been on a self guided trip, after the first couple of days you will get the hang of it as the vast majority of our first time travelers attest. Please be assured that the route material issued to you for route finding is updated regularly and we provide a 7 day service hotline in the event of any problems. Using directions and maps can be more difficult for solo travelers as often two heads are better than one when it comes to finding your way. There is a certain level of the unknown that comes with self guided trips, however with a methodical approach potential problems will be averted. The freedom of a self guided cycling trip is something that, once experienced, is sought time and time again.