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Adventure South NZ’s world-class guided tours take you beyond the crowds to experience the best sights of New Zealand. They offer more cycle trails, more departure dates and exclusive, behind-the-locked-gate experiences for an unforgettable New Zealand cycling holiday. 

Great Taste Trail and beyond – bike, hike and sail

Explore the best of Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough at the top of the South Island on the ultimate bike, walk and sailing holiday.

This region is famed for its stunning natural landscapes, with long golden beaches, untouched forests and rugged mountains, it also boasts being the sunniest part of the country.

Cycle along Nelson’s Great Taste Trail, sail a catamaran in the famous Abel Tasman National Park and walk through lush native forest on the Queen Charlotte track.

Discover the magic of the Marlborough Sounds by spending two nights at a remote oceanfront lodge, accessed only by boat, kayak or foot. Visit galleries, craft breweries, boutique stores and wineries in a region renowned for its creative artisan culture.

The highlights of this seven-day tour, priced from $3,995 per person, include:

  • Ride the Great Taste Cycle Trail along a mix of coastal and rural cycle trails or roads
  • Spend two nights at the secluded Lochmara Lodge nestled in the Marlborough Sounds
  • Experience the stunning Abel Tasman National Park coastline on a sailing excursion
  • Admire the golden sandy beaches and blue sea as we walk part of the Abel Tasman track
  • Hike a section of the beautiful Queen Charlotte track from Mistletoe Bay to Anakiwa
  • Savour local Tasman produce at wineries, breweries and orchards
  • Sinch e-bikes available.

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Winter ride on the Great Taste Trail and hike in the Abel Tasman (six days)

Experience the serenity of the Abel Tasman National Park in the winter and ride the Great Taste Cycle Trail along a mix of coastal and rural cycle trails and quiet roads, including spending two nights at private secluded lodges overlooking the ocean.

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South Island Triple Trails

Adventure South NZ also offers a 15-day epic ride that includes the spectacular Alps to Ocean, Central Otago Rail Trail and the West Coast Wilderness Trail all in one trip!

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Contact Adventure South (Great Taste Trail)
P 0800 00 11 66 or +(64) 3  9421 222