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Itinerary Details

1. Day 1Nelson to Mapua

   Meet your tour manager at Nelson Airport. After a quick tour briefing and bike fitting, your adventure begins. Pedal along the old rail corridor, a sealed bicycle path that takes you over bridges winding your way around the inlet. You will be passing by charming countryside, lined with open fields and vineyards.

   Today’s ride is mainly on flat terrain and no big climbs. Enjoy the scenic Great Taste Trail as you head towards Mapua for the night. This lovely seaside town has a buzzing atmosphere of galleries, studios, restaurants, cafes, shops, a wine bar & craft beer.
   

   • 21.7 miles
   • Mapua Accommodation
2. Day 2Kaiteriteri to Mapua

   After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kaiteriteri in the morning with the rest of your day at your leisure to cycle back to Mapua. Today's is a leisurely ride with many scenic attractions along the way. You’ll make your way around the coastal trail to Motueka, enjoying the variety of bird species and scenery. You will enjoy a lunch stop in lovely Motueka.
   

   On leaving Motueka, you will pass through the Riverside Community then head up over Tasman View Road. This section is grade 2-3 and is a steady climb. However, the spectacular views of Tasman Bay make it all worth it! Onward to the quaint village of Tasman. Enjoy the lovely gardens & feed the ‘Tame Eels’. You are now just 8 km (4.9 mi) from Mapua, where you will head back to your comfortable lodgings for tonight.
   

   • 26.7 miles
   • Mapua Accommodation
   • Breakfast
3. Day 3Mahana and Moutere

   Today’s route is on-road, deviating off the Great Taste Trail up into the rolling hills around the village of Upper Moutere, this quaint village is home to artisans of both food and craft. Ride along rolling hills and lush green scenery. There are some little detours which could also be added to your day. A reasonable level of fitness is required as there are some hills. The landscape is rolling with one long, steady climb of approximately 2 km (1.2mi).
   

   After the climb from the coast up to the summit of the rolling Moutere foothills (elevation approx. 100 m/328ft) the route is a lovely meander on country roads past vineyards and apple orchards to Upper Moutere. Look out for plantings of grapes, olives, black currants and hops and the old hop kilns, colonial farmhouses and interesting farm buildings. Make time to cycle to Neudorf Vineyards, recognized internationally as this region's premier vineyard.
   

   Enjoy a complimentary airport transfer at the end of the day or perhaps extend your holiday - let us know if you'd like to stay longer or perhaps spend some time in Abel Tasman National Park.

   • 23 miles
   • Breakfast