Explore this lovely part of the South Island half way through the trip
Discover the beautiful Buller Gorge during the tour
Discover the beautiful views of New Zealand
Luxury studios in an alpine design with mountain & bush views located on the first floor.  Close by is the beautiful Lake Rotoiti, surrounded by a Beech forest.
Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on New Zealand’s wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes

7 Day Nelson Lakes Tour

Duration
7 days
Site savings
$25
From
$2,396 USD

This South Island adventure starts at Picton, a picturesque fishing town at the northern tip of the South Island. It is a small town nestling under the bush-clad hills of Queen Charlotte Sound, named by Captain Cook in 1770. Starting with a magical ride around the Marlborough Sounds coastline, to Nelson, an attractive small city famous for its high sunshine hours. Nelson has become a haven for artists, craft breweries and boutique wineries. Climb gradually to Nelson Lakes National Park, and then it's down spectacular Buller Gorge to the wild West Coast. You will stay at Punakaiki, right by the beach and see Pancake Rocks and Blowholes at Paparoa National Park. From here you can either return to Christchurch or continue exploring the west.

  • Category
    Road Cycling
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Mixed
  • Distance
    149.1 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    29.8 miles
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You will stay in mostly 3 or 4 star lodgings throughout the tour. Accommodation includes an award-winning eco-tourism hotel and alpine lodge.

The tour price is based on two people sharing a room, if you wish to have your own room or are travelling solo then a single supplement applies.

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Stunning harbourside location and only 2 minutes walk to Picton town centre

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Stunning harbourside location and only 2 minutes walk to Picton town centre

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Beachcomber Inn, Picton

Stunning harbourside location and only 2 minutes walk to Picton town centre

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

The hotel is located in a prime spot only minutes walk from Nelson's landmark cathedral and main shopping district

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

The hotel is located in a prime spot only minutes walk from Nelson's landmark cathedral and main shopping district

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

Rutherford Hotel, Nelson

The hotel is located in a prime spot only minutes walk from Nelson's landmark cathedral and main shopping district

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Luxury studios in an alpine design with mountain & bush views located on the first floor. Close by is the beautiful Lake Rotoiti, surrounded by a Beech forest.

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Luxury studios in an alpine design with mountain & bush views located on the first floor. Close by is the beautiful Lake Rotoiti, surrounded by a Beech forest.

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Alpine Lodge, St Arnaud

Luxury studios in an alpine design with mountain & bush views located on the first floor. Close by is the beautiful Lake Rotoiti, surrounded by a Beech forest.

Murchison Motel

Murchison Motel

Contemporary four-star comfort, beautiful gardens and stunning facilities. Only a few minutes walk to cafes, restaurants and bars

Murchison Motel

Murchison Motel

Contemporary four-star comfort, beautiful gardens and stunning facilities. Only a few minutes walk to cafes, restaurants and bars

Murchison Motel

Murchison Motel

Contemporary four-star comfort, beautiful gardens and stunning facilities. Only a few minutes walk to cafes, restaurants and bars

Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge, Westport

Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge, Westport

In a central location only a few minutes walk to restaurants. The Buller River is also within walking distance and is one of New Zealand's longest rivers

Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge, Westport

Chelsea Gateway Motor Lodge, Westport

In a central location only a few minutes walk to restaurants. The Buller River is also within walking distance and is one of New Zealand's longes

Punakaiki Resort

Punakaiki Resort

Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on New Zealand’s wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes

Punakaiki Resort

Punakaiki Resort

Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on New Zealand’s wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes

Punakaiki Resort

Punakaiki Resort

Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on New Zealand’s wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes