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New Zealand 8 Day Bike Tour |
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New Zealand offers some of the best cycling in the world with quiet sealed
roads.
Guided bike tour accommodation
includes character lodge in the grounds of a castle, and a
farmstay.
New Zealand The world in two small islands.
From the far north of the North Island to the far south of the South Island, we
offer a wide choice of routes throughout New Zealand. The two islands are
dramatically different, each deserving a separate lbiking vacation. Trips range
from two days to a spectacular thirty-seven day tour that covers much of both
islands. We have something for every-one. Combining tours is a wonderful way to
see New Zealand and its scenic diversity.
New Zealand South Island Southern Scenic 8 Day Inn Trip
The Grand Tour can be extended to a wonderful 23-day New Zealand bike trp by
combining it with the Southern Scenic route, or the Southern Scenic can be
taken as a magnificent week long holiday by itself. We follow the road to
Milford Sound, cycling through towering mountains, beside lakes and innumerable
waterfalls. Much of our route is on very quiet sealed roads with little or no
traffic. We finish at Larnach's Castle on beautiful Otago Peninsula, close to
the city of Dunedin.
Itinerary DAY 1 QUEENSTOWN. We meet at the hotel mid afternoon where our guides
will assist you with unpacking your bike or fitting you to your rental before
heading off for an introductory ride around Queenstown.
DAY 2 TE ANAU. A beautiful ride beside Lake Wakatipu to Kingston, where the
vintage steam train departs.
DAY 3 TE ANAU. Drive to Milford Sound (fiord) along one of the most spectacular
roads in the world, with plenty of stops for beautiful walks on the way. Lunch
overlooking Mitre Peak, take a cruise on scenic Milford Sound then drive back
to Te Anau.
DAY 4 OTAUTAU. We stay with a local farming family.
DAY 5 INVERCARGILL. Around the coast to Invercargill, New Zealand's most
southerly city.
DAY 6 PAPATOWAI. Quiet rural riding through mixed farm land and the Catlins
Forest, an area of native bush, waterfalls and beautiful deserted beaches. Some
excellent coastal views.
DAY 7 + 8 DUNEDIN. Dunedin is a small attractive city with a rich architectural
heritage and strong Scottish ancestry. You may like to spend additional time on
spectacular Otago peninsula, and visit the albatross and penguin colonies.
New Zealand 10 Day Bike Tour
New Zealand South Island West Coast 10 Day Inn Trip
Ride past picture perfect West Coast Glaciers and lakes, over Haast Pass and
down to Wanaka and Queenstown, the bungy jumping capital of New Zealand.
Departure Dates 2010
(12 Jan. - 21 Jan.)
(03 Mar. - 12 Mar.)
Tour price: $2653 USD
Single occupancy surcharge: $589 USD
Bike Rental: $189 USD
(Includes 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners)
Itinerary
DAY 1 PUNAKAIKI. The mini-bus departs Christchurch this morning before heading
across the Alps to Punakaiki.
DAY 2 HOKITIKA. We head south along the rainforest clad coast to Greymouth and
then to Hokitika, an old gold rush town.
DAY 3 HARIHARI. Ride through native bush, past lovely Lake Ianthe, renowned for
trout fishing, and visit a wonderful craft shop at Harihari on the way to a
deer park.
DAY 4+ 5 FOX GLACIER. Cycle over Mt Hercules into Westland National Park, with
superb views of Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. A rest day gives time for a walk
to the glacier, a day on the beach, a visit to the white heron colony, or a
scenic flight.
DAY 6 LAKE MOERAKI. Time for an early morning walk around Lake Matheson, famous
for its reflections of Mts Cook and Tasman. Ride through tall stands of ancient
rainforest to stay at a beautiful lodge overlooking the Moeraki River. Canoe on
the lake or take a bush walk.
DAY 7 MAKARORA. Knights Point affords excellent views of the rugged coastline
where seals can often be seen basking in the sun.
DAY 8 WANAKA. Spectacular mountain and lake views as we pass Lakes Hawea and
Wanaka.
DAY 9 + 10 QUEENSTOWN. Over the Crown Range to the quaint old gold mining town
of Arrowtown. Queenstown lies ahead with a chance for exciting activities:
rafting, jet-boating, a scenic flight or a lake cruise on the historic SS
Earnslaw.
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