Road Cycling Tours & Trips in New Zealand South Island
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9 best road cycling New Zealand South Island tours
Compiled by
MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
- Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail
- Milford and Fiordland Hike Bike and Kayak
- Otago Rail Trail Classic
- Marlborough and West Coast Cycle
- Great West Coast Cycle
- Fiordland & South Coast Gravel
- Aoraki/Mount Cook & Southern Lakes Gravel
- Great Taste Trail & Beyond, Bike, Hike & Sail
- Southern Light from Christchurch - Top rated by National Geographic
- Cycle along the scenic Otago Rail Trail
- Explore historic gold rush towns by bike
- Cross tunnels and viaducts in Poolburn Gorge
Duration 4 days Destinations Queenstown, Omakau, Wedderburn, Waipiata Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,340
20% Off- US$1,072You save $268
Milford and Fiordland Hike Bike and Kayak
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“amazing week of physical challenges and magnificent natural beauty”
- Kayak to Pigeon Island on Lake Wakatipu
- Cycle the Around The Mountains trail
- Hike to Key Summit in Fiordland Park
Duration 5 days Destinations Queenstown, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,460
Otago Rail Trail Classic
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Well organised trip!”
World, traveled in November 2011
- Experience the amazing trails of New Zealand
- Try and tackle the steepest street in the world
- Cycle through the scenic Idaburn valley
Duration 5 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Clyde, Alexandra, Ranfurly, Dunedin, Kakanui, Oamaru Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$1,660
- Cycle through the vast Canterbury Plains
- Soak in Hanmer Springs' hot pools
- Ride the scenic Lewis Pass by bike
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Hanmer Springs, Paparoa National Park, St Arnaud, Nelson, Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton, Kaikoura Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,260
- Ride the TranzAlpine Train across the Alps
- Cycle through Arnold Valley to Greymouth
- Explore Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki
Duration 8 days Destinations Christchurch, Greymouth, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Haast, Makarora, Wanaka, Queenstown Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,820
- Cycle through historic Kingston and Mataura
- Ride from Te Anau to Manapouri with lake views
- Explore Catlins Forest Park by bike
Duration 7 days Destinations Queenstown, Te Anau, Invercargill, Owaka, Balclutha, Dunedin, Oamaru, Timaru, Christchurch Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,390
Aoraki/Mount Cook & Southern Lakes Gravel
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour group was very good. What more could you ask for?”
James, traveled in March 2024
- Cycle the Summit Road with volcano views
- Ride past historic sites and turquoise lakes
- Explore Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, Fairlie, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Lake Ohau, Oamaru, Ranfurly, Clyde, Queenstown Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,390
Great Taste Trail & Beyond, Bike, Hike & Sail
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We really enjoyed the balance of cycling and hiking and also the less strenuous activities. This was a great way to explore the north coast of the South Island.”
Sarah, traveled in March 2020
- Cycle through historic Spooners Tunnel
- Taste wines at Riwaka River Estate Winery
- Sail and hike in Abel Tasman National Park
Duration 7 days Destinations Christchurch, St Arnaud, Nelson, Rabbit Island, Motueka, Abel Tasman National Park, Murchison Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Adventure South From
20% Off- US$2,660
Southern Light from Christchurch - Top rated by National Geographic
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“New Zealand is the shining star of this trip. Stunningly beautiful.”
Constance, traveled in October 2018
- Whale watching
- Milford sound
- White water rafting
Duration 8 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Oamaru, Moeraki, Dunedin, Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Queenstown Age Range 18 to 65 year olds Operated in English Operator Flying Kiwi From $1,847
20% Off- US$1,478You save $369
