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PHOTO OF THE MONTH:
Weka Dec 2005
Cycling along the shores of Lake Wakatipu
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Paul
Answering your questions
Answering your questions
Biking habits - Paul has biked all over the place in both the North and South Islands, and fondly remembers the bike trips he did with his Dad growing up. These Kiwi kids are tough! Ok, so he’s not exactly a kid anymore, but at 27 he’s the young ‘un on the team.
Proudest Biking Moment – mountain biking the world’s most dangerous road in Bolivia, and down Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador.
Proudest Biking Moment – mountain biking the world’s most dangerous road in Bolivia, and down Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador.
"If you love cycling this is the trip for you. Cycling New Zealand's South Island is a challenging and excellent adventure. Many times my husband and I were speechless at the sights we saw. I took close to a thousand photos. All the adjectives in the world can't describe this trip but I'll try... amazing, awesome, surreal!!!"
Alice Carnes (Charlotte, North Carolina, United States)
April 2011
Alice Carnes (Charlotte, North Carolina, United States)
April 2011
Active New Zealand Cycle Tours
Road Riding trips in New Zealand
| Road cycle touring is a fantastic way to see New Zealand. If you're a regular cyclist, you already know how good it feels to get around using your own pedal power, at the same time as tackling daily challenges and seeing amazing sites. If you're new to the sport, or want to step up your riding, then road riding around New Zealand is a great way to see the country. You'll arrive trained up and chomping at the bit to hit the road, and go home lean, mean and full of energy after doing a heap of exercise in a place renowned for its fresh air and scenery! We have done the hard work for you and designed four road cycle touring itineraries that we, from experience, think are the bee’s knees. If you think otherwise, or have other ideas for your dream cycling mission, then call us – we're here to make it happen for you! | |
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Our New Zealand Road Riding Cycle Trips:
This is a cycle tour circuit of outstanding beauty round the South Island of New Zealand. Start in sunny Christchurch, head across to the wild West Coast through Arthur’s Pass, down the West Coast past the icy Franz and Fox glaciers to Wanaka, then over the Crown Range to Queenstown. Then it’s off into Fiordland and Milford Sound, before heading across the country past the glowing blue waters of Lake Tekapo and back into Christchurch. This is the ultimate South Island of New Zealand cycle tour!
- Cycle Arthur’s Pass – the highest pass in the Southern Alps
- Bike the West Coast
- Watch the sunset over the Tasman Sea
- Visit Fox Glacier
- Cycle the Crown Range from Wanaka to Queenstown
- Ride in Fiordland National Park – New Zealand’s largest National Park
- Visit Milford Sound
- Adventure in Queenstown
Called the Top Ride for a reason! Not just because it takes you round the top of the South Island, but because it really is a top ride, and one that you'll remember forever. This route is all about water and wineries, and it starts with the water as you make your way out of Christchurch and head North to Kaikoura, where you can leave your bike on the shore and swim with the dolphins. Then it’s up into wine country and the Marlborough Sounds, along the Queen’s Drive, across to the bright sandy beaches of Abel Tasman National Park and then down the wild West Coast to Hokitika. Then you'll cross the Southern Alps over Arthur’s Pass and head back to Christchurch to complete your circuit.
- Cycle the Inland Coastal Route to Kaikoura
- Soak in Hanmer Springs
- Swim with dolphins!
- Sample New Zealand Wines
- Cycle Queen Charlotte Drive
- Visit arty Nelson
- Experience Abel Tasman National Park
- Conquer Takaka Hill
- Cycle the West Coast
- Bike Arthur’s Pass – the highest pass in the Southern Alps
Short on time? Want to do the North and South in 2 weeks? Then get in The Zone! It’s all about focus on this trip, where you'll cycle from Christchurch to Queenstown over the stunning Arthur’s Pass, down the coast, across to Wanaka and then over the mighty Crown Range and down into the Wakatipu basin to Queenstown. The best town in the world for adventurous outdoor people! This trip is fast and fun, the way all good rides should be. This trip would be a fantastic introduction to New Zealand cycle touring too.
- Bike over Arthur’s Pass – highest pass in the Southern Alps
- Cycle down the West Coast
- Visit Hokitika – famous for its Greenstone
- Cycle past Franz Josef Glacier
- Lake Wanaka
- Cycle the Crown Range
- Adventure in Queenstown
Hint! Combine the 5-day Thermal Cycle with the 8-day Zone to make a two week North and South Island trip.
The North Island explorer – a fantastic taste of New Zealand cycle touring and a perfect addition to our South Island cycle tours. Start in Auckland and head straight to the Coromandel Peninsula, full of beautiful beaches and remote country roads, before heading to Rotorua, the thermal wonderland of the North. Cycle round Lake Rotorua, visit their geo-thermal wonderland and learn a bit about Maori culture. A quick snapshot, but you'll do and see so much in 5 days it’ll feel like much longer.
- Dig your own bath at Hot Water Beach
- Cycle the Coromandel Peninsula
- Visit Rotorua Geothermal Reserve
- Cycle Lake Rotorua
- See Geysers!
- Enjoy a Maori Feast (Hangi)
- Ride South Auckland’s Coast
