Enjoy a mixture of scenery along this sublime route
Cycle the aspiring landscapes to the mountains!
Enjoy the small group tour in a land like no other
Explore the quaint streets of Arrowtown before the headiness of Queenstown
Stunning views and magical moments are around every corner
Discover New Zealand's South Island on a small group cycle tour
Spend two days exploring this pristine and exciting area
Start the tour in Picton, in the heart of the glorious Marlborough Sounds
Luxury studios in an alpine design with mountain & bush views located on the first floor. Close to the beautiful Lake Rotoiti.

Grand Tour

Duration
15 days
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$4,725 USD
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A 15-day cycling tour from Picton to Queenstown unveils New Zealand’s South Island in all its splendor, allowing you to savor its breathtaking scenery at a leisurely pace. You'll traverse some of the country's most picturesque landscapes, including the serene Marlborough Sounds, the rugged West Coast, and the majestic Southern Alps. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to discover historic gold mining towns like Ross and Arrowtown, each rich in charm and history. As you near Queenstown, you'll be enveloped by some of the world's most dramatic mountain scenery, with snow-capped peaks soaring above and crystal-clear lakes stretching out before you, creating an awe-inspiring backdrop to your ride.

  • Category
    Multi-Activity
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    15 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Coastal
  • Distance
    367.9 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    28 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts in Picton, at the top of the South Island and ends in Queenstown, New Zealand, further south.

    You can make your own way to Picton from either getting the beautiful ferry across from Wellington on the North Island, or from flying into Christchurch and traveling up with the tour operator on the first day. There is an international airport in Christchurch (CHC) and it is a major hub for buses and trains to arrive.

    Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is an international airport.

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

    The tour is 15 days long with 12 days being riding days. There is a support vehicle along with the tour if you fancy a break at any time.

  • What's the tour like?

    Over the course of the 15 days you'll be given a choice each cycling day as to how far you want to ride so this tour is suitable for a range of abilities, please see the itinerary page for the individual breakdown of each day's cycling.

    E-bikes are also available to hire if you'd prefer to take it easy.

  • Can I rent a bike?

    Yes, the tour operator can supply road bikes, hybrids or E-bikes.

  • Who will carry my luggage and purchases?

    The support bus will carry your luggage and any purchases you might make along the way, leaving you free to enjoy the cycling.

Overall Rating:
5.0/5
Al & Cheryl, USA
(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

Great trip, great guides, great group. Guides were very helpful and accommodating. Each day they checked our equipment & briefed us on the ride. We enjoyed having several mileage options each day. We appreciated the tour extras (glow-worm, rafting, hot pools). We appreciated the high quality bicycles.