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15 Best Cycling Tours in New Zealand Cycling Tours

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The 15 cycling tours in new zealand cycling tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each route runs, how far you ride and how hard, whether the bikes are road or electric, and what a saddle for the day costs.

15 Best Cycling Tours in New Zealand Cycling Tours

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour - Poolburn Gorge: Viaducts, Tunnels, and the Real Why of This Rail Trail
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Queenstown Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

1.Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

Ride Central Otago’s Otago Central Rail Trail from Clyde for about six hours with bikes, helmets, a map, and a guided transfer.

Most Popular 5.0

“Lots of fun riding the old rail trail. The country side can be a bit bleak in parts and in others the view across the mountains is spectacular. We had electric bikes which I would recommend , not for hills but your on holiday right ! A few nice cafe and a great pub along…”

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Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest - Where you’ll start: the trailhead, the parking, and the map-pin reality
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Rotorua Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest

2.Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest

Half-day self-guided mountain biking in Rotorua’s Whakarewarewa Redwoods. New Giant bikes, helmet included, route planning, $34.

5.0

“Pickup procedure was super easy and directions were clear. The folks who fitted us for our bike even gave some recommendations on paths to take. Overall the mountain biking was scenic/good, but we did have one issue as the chain of one of our bikes fell off about halfRead more”

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Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier - The 28km ride: coastal paths first, then Tukituki vineyards
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Napier Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier

Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure - How the Day Runs: 9:00 Start, Coastal Time, Ferry to Mapua
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Nelson Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

4.Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

Self-guided cycling from Nelson to Mapua with included bike gear, coastal trail time, fun food stops, and a ferry crossing.

4.5

“From start to finish, simply easy and fun, great bikes, great team at either end of the journey. Simply just a good way to spend time getting to know the Nelson area, having not been on a bike, let alone an e-bike, there some nerves, but they went within a couple of turns of the…”

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Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided - The ride itself: 16 km, mostly calm roads, and clear wayfinding
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Napier Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Cape Winery Cycle Tour – 6 wineries, self-guided

Cape Winery Cycle Tour - 6 wineries, self-guided - The ride itself: 16 km, mostly calm roads, and clear wayfinding
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Napier Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Cape Winery Cycle Tour – 6 wineries, self-guided

6.Cape Winery Cycle Tour – 6 wineries, self-guided

Self-guided e-bike winery tour from Napier through Hawke’s Bay. Shuttles, map, panniers, and optional tastings at 6 wineries.

5.0

“This was a crazy and fun bike tour! We thought we were going to be last but ended up arriving first! We saw some funny signs (Caution: Cows can be Frisky) and some beautiful flowers and beach scenery! We would highly recommend this tour!!”

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour - What You Actually Ride: The Remutaka Rail Trail Experience
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews, Wellington Cycling Tours

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

7.Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Ride the Remutaka Rail Trail by mountain bike from Kaitoke, picnic at the summit, then coast toward Cross Creek with transfers and gear included.

5.0

“This was one of my favorite excursions I did on the north island. The trail was absolutely beautiful! Even though it is recommended for all, there are a few more challenging portions of the trail, so keep in mind. Would highly recommend this trip!”

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour - What You Actually Ride: The Remutaka Rail Trail Experience
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews, Wellington Cycling Tours

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

8.Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Ride the Remutaka Rail Trail by mountain bike from Kaitoke, picnic at the summit, then coast toward Cross Creek with transfers and gear included.

5.0

“Well organised. Staff polite and informative including describing how to call for assistance when there is no cellular service. Route to be taken clearly explained including where those who may feel uncomfortable have the option of taking Read more”

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Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire - Buckingham Street pick-up: what’s included and why it matters
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, South Island Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

9.Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

Self-guided mountain bike hire in Arrowtown with helmets, maps, panniers and trail support. Ride any time 9am–5pm.

5.0

“The bike hire was great, the store front was located conveniently near the trails and the team were super helpful! We hired plain old mountain bikes and did the arrow rivers bridges trail which was an easy bike ride with picturesque views. Read more”

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Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa - The bikes and gear that change the ride
Akaroa Cycling Tours, Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews

Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour - What You Actually Ride: The Remutaka Rail Trail Experience
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews, Wellington Cycling Tours

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

11.Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Cycle the Remutaka Rail Trail from Wellington through native forest, tunnels, and a suspension bridge with lunch, gear, and shuttles.

5.0

“Wonderful 18 km mountain bike ride on an old railroad grade. Easy , slight uphill to the summit where there is a large grassy area and picnic tables to have lunch. The downhill side is a long coast with magnificent views, tunnels and a long suspension bridge.”

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Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour - What You Actually Ride: The Remutaka Rail Trail Experience
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews, Wellington Cycling Tours

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

12.Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Cycle the Remutaka Rail Trail from Wellington through native forest, tunnels, and a suspension bridge with lunch, gear, and shuttles.

5.0

“I ended up being the only one on the trip so I rode solo throughout and I really enjoyed the quiet of the trail and mountains. The views were great, I got to see so many birds and listen to the water in the creeks. I chose a regular bike oRead more”

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Hawke's Bay: Self Guided Coast to Vineyards Cycle Tour - Along Te Kauwae-a-Māui: cycling Hawke’s Bay Trails with Cape Kidnappers views
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Napier Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Hawke’s Bay: Self Guided Coast to Vineyards Cycle Tour

Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting - Unguided, but not “figure it out”
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Nelson Cycling Tours, Tour Reviews

Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour - Riding the old rail line: Pakuratahi Forest, bridges, and tunnel time
Cycling Tours in New Zealand, Tour Reviews, Wellington Cycling Tours

Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour

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