Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

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Highlights

  • Your trip will start at 9am at our shop in Historic Clyde. You will be fitted out for your Bikes, Trek Roscoe 7's and be given information on points of interest along the way, then transferred to Auripo for your days ride by our very knowledgeable driver. From Auripo, you cycle a short distance to the Poolburn Gorge this is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the Otago Central Rail Trail as it cuts through the Raggedy Range that separates the Manuherikia and Ida Valleys. Highlights of this section include the 37m high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trails longest bridge and Central Otago stunning landscapes. After 10kms the Lauderstationside Cafe is the perfect stop for coffee and great scones. Continuing along the Rail Trail, the option to take a side trip to historic Ophir beckons, before cycling down Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern. Relax and refresh yourself at the Tavern and we collect you from here at 3.30pm, or you can carry on to Clyde. Cycling distances; Auripo to Lauder 10kms, Lauder to Chatto Creek 19kms, Chatto Creek to Alexandra 18kms, Alexandra to Clyde (via Rail Trail 8kms, via the River Trail 12kms).

Summary

Your trip will start at 9am at our shop in Historic Clyde. You will be fitted out for your Bikes, Trek Roscoe 7's and be given information on points of interest along the way, then transferred to Auripo for your days ride by our very knowledgeable driver. From Auripo, you cycle a short distance to the Poolburn Gorge this is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the Otago Central Rail Trail as it cuts through the Raggedy Range that separates the Manuherikia and Ida Valleys. Highlights of this section include the 37m high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trails longest bridge and Central Otago stunning landscapes. After 10kms the Lauderstationside Cafe is the perfect stop for coffee and great scones. Continuing along the Rail Trail, the option to take a side trip to historic Ophir beckons, before cycling down Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern. Relax and refresh yourself at the Tavern and we collect you from here at 3.30pm, or you can carry on to Clyde. Cycling distances; Auripo to Lauder 10kms, Lauder to Chatto Creek 19kms, Chatto Creek to Alexandra 18kms, Alexandra to Clyde (via Rail Trail 8kms, via the River Trail 12kms).

Tour info

Duration
6 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the most spectacular - it also suits travelers on a short time frame and a high level of fitness is not required.

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What’s included?

  • Use of bicycle

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Full commentary by a very knowledgeable driver to the drop off point

  • Bike It Now! Drink Bottle

  • Cycle Helmet

  • Top mounted Pannier bag

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Bike It Now!

About operator:

Bike It Now! Has a vision of providing the highest quality service for those wanting to enjoy the cycling trails of the Central Otago, Southern Lakes and MacKenzie and Waitaki regions of New Zealand as part of their next holiday. They can provide for all your requirements from organising fully supported tours, self guided tours to dropping you off on a One Day Wonder on the Otago Central Rail Trail or Roxburgh Gorge. They will provide you with the latest Trek Roscoe 7's to complete these adventures on. They also have the latest European designed / manufactured Electric bikes for hire. To top it off, they have a retail bike shop which specialises in Avanti, Scott Trek and Merida bikes and accessories, this is supported by a full workshop. They specialise in door to door pickups and drop offs from Queenstown - removing all the worry.

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