Explore this pristine part of NZ
Set out on tour with a friendly group of others
Soak up the fantastic vistas from the back of a bike
Take a ride across Lake Wakatipu during the tour

Around the Mountains Cycle Trail

Duration
4 days
Site savings
$14
From
$1,348 USD

Experience true Southern hospitality as you explore secluded alpine valleys and remote lakes on a fully supported, 4 day cycle trail tour. From Queenstown, you will cycle alongside Lake Wakatipu before heading to Kingston to start the trail. A ride through the rural Mataura valley takes you through the small township of Lumsden before continuing through Southland farmland and along the Oreti River.

  • Category
    Trail Riding
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Rugged
  • Distance
    122.4 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    30.6 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts and ends in Queenstown.

    Fly in and out of Queenstown Airport (ZQN).

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

    The tour is 4 days long with all 4 days being cycling days.

  • What's the tour like?

    The Around the Mountains Trail is graded introductory to moderate. You will be cycling on a mix of wide designated trails, some gravel roads with traffic with some undulating hills. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and we suggest 2 hours of cycling per week for the three months leading up to your trip. We recommend training on compacted gravel trails, and completing a multi-day ride prior to your trip to get used to being in the saddle for long periods of time. The more training you have done on hills and on compacted gravel, the more enjoyable your trip will be.

  • Who will lead the group?

    The guides are one of the biggest assets of the tour operator and they have pride for their level of quality and high standards. Once the trip reaches 8 people,  two expert guides will join to maximise your enjoyment and overall experience. You’ll know you’re in safe hands as all of the guides are certified in first aid and CPR and many of them are trained bike mechanics. They come from all walks of life but the guides have a common desire to give you the best possible experience, fun and lots of fond memories to take home with you.

Overall Rating:
4.3/5
Marg Johnson
(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

My first time on a bike tour. The tour was well organised and our experienced guides were great companions on and off the trail. Best of all the accommodation and meals were first class.

Sue Holmes
(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

Good trip, great guides and support. Weather and food pretty perfect! One hiccup with a hired bike otherwise very enjoyable trip


Val Swatridge
(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

We had a great trip. The food and accommodation was all good.