This is a big one, with a 19 day bike tour that begins in Christchurch and onto Kaikoura and the Pacific Ocean’s spectacular coastal scenery. Then it’s on to the vineyards of Blenheim, before the relaxed pace of Nelson and the Marlborough Sounds. From Nelson it’s through the lush bush of inland South Island back to Christchurch, via the West Coast and across the Southern Alps.
Highlights include:
- Vineyards and olive groves of Blenheim and Waipara
- Pacific coastline and marine life of Kaikoura including whale and dolphin watching
- Lush bush of the inland Buller, Marlborough and beautiful bays of the Marlborough Sounds
- Golden sands and breathtaking beaches of the Abel Tasman National Park
- Rugged and wild West Coast scenery and train journey through the spectacular Southern Alps.
Equipment Included:
Trek mountain bike for touring (with road tyres), Ortlieb rear pannier bags, front handlebar bag and comprehensive repair kit.
Detailed itinerary, maps and notes on points of interest that you will pass.
Accommodation:
18 nights accommodation in twin rooms with bathroom ensuite (where available), in carefully selected B&B's, home stays and small friendly motels (Breakfast included).
Difficulty:
This is a longer route and can be a demanding route with an average 50 to 90 kms per cycling day.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: We will meet you at your accommodation in Christchurch with bicycles and equipment and you then bike to Waipara.
Day 2: Waipara to Hanmer
Day 3: Rest day in Hanmer
Day 4: Hanmer to Mount Lyford
Day 5: Mount Lyford to Kaikoura
Day 6: Sightseeing day in Kaikoura, where you can take in the whale and dolphin watching, swimming with the seals, or any of the many other attractions
Day 7: Kaikoura to Kekerengu
Day 8: Kekerengu to Blenheim
Day 9: Rest day in Blenheim/visit the vineyards
Day 10: Blenheim to Havelock
Day 11: Havelock to Pelorus Bridge
Day 12: Pelorus Bridge to Nelson
Day 13: Rest day and sightseeing in Nelson
Day 14: Nelson to St Arnaud
Day 15: St Arnaud to Murchison
Day 16: Murchison to Westport
Day 17: Rest day Westport
Day 18: Westport to Punakaiki
Day 19: Punakaiki South to Greymouth and Tranz Alpine train to Christchurch.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Low Season (September, October, November, March and April) NZ$3450 per person twin share
High Season (December, January and February) NZ$3500 per person twin share
Single supplement (on request basis only) NZ$750
Also see tour packages in:
Australia and Oceania
New Zealand
Bicycle Touring
Ecotourism
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