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.
Otago Rail Trail Classic
Experience the full breadth and depth of New Zealand’s original Great Ride on a fully guided and supported trip on the Otago Central Rail Trail.
You’ll enjoy easy riding on this trail created especially for cyclists, walkers and horses.
Following the old branch line from Clyde to Middlemarch, take in Central Otago’s grand landscapes, railway heritage and charming country towns.
Adventure South NZ’s expert guides will show you the trail’s best sights such as gold rush relics, architectural gems and amazing natural wonders. There’s even a chance to try the ancient art of curling at the Southern Hemisphere’s only indoor rink.
The highlights of this tour, priced from $2,495 per person, include:
- Cycle the dedicated cycle trails of New Zealand's original great ride
- Go deep into history through tunnels, over bridges, along railways and riverside paths
- Experience the local 'southern hospitality' of Central Otago
- Savour delicious local wine & food, and stay in great accommodation
- Admire architectural gems in Clyde, Ophir, Ranfurly and Dunedin
- Try your hand at 'curling' in Naseby
- Marine wildlife cruise in the Otago Harbour on the Sootychaser
- Explore Oamaru’s atmospheric Victorian precinct and the Pacific Coast
- Sinch e-bikes available.
Combine the Otago Central Rail Trail with the Lake Dunstan Trail
Ride the stunning Lake Dunstan trail through the magnificent Cromwell Gorge before enjoying the easy riding in epic landscapes with big skies on the Otago Rail Trail.
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!
