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Otago Rail Trail 1 Day Cycling Tour ex Clyde or Queenstown
Embark on a day cycling adventure in the Queenstown region with this independent cycling tour departing Clyde or Queenstown. Book your spot online here!
What to expect
Departing either Clyde or Queenstown in New Zealand's Otago region, this is the ultimate sightseeing adventure for those short on time! Travel around this beautiful region on a bicycle to get up close to the local flora and fauna and explore at your pace.
Stretching 55 kilometres in distance, this cycling adventure on the Central Otago Rail Trail is the ultimate challenge for those eager to get out and explore. Beginning in Clyde with a bike fitting, you'll be ready to tackle the trail that lays ahead of you. Throughout the cycling journey, you'll pass some incredible scenery, ride over two viaducts, bridges and tunnels while taking in the beautiful sights.
Though this is an independent journey, you'll be able to easily navigate your way using the easy-to-read maps along the trail. If finishing the 55 kilometres is a little much for you, you can take advantage of the complimentary pickups from Chatto Creek or Alexandra which will take you back to the beginning.
All riders are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and enclosed shoes and bring with them bottled water and camera for the journey.
Tours depart Queenstown at 7:45 am to return at 6:30 pm and Clyde at 9 am to return at your own pace. All riders will be given snacks to enjoy throughout the day.
The ultimate outdoor adventure in the Otago region, book your spot on an independent cycling tour from Queenstown or Clyde online!
What's included
- Independent Cycling 1 Day Tour ex Clyde or Queenstown
- 55kms cycling distance
- Snacks for on the trail
- Accommodation pick up from Queenstown (Queenstown departures only)
- A la carte lunch at Omakau Commercial Hotel
- Cycle equipment - bicycle, helmet, repair kit, panniers, odometer and trail documentation
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Extras
- $65 extra per person per day if wanting to upgrade to Electric Bikes (subject to availability)
- Transport to and from Queenstown by bus (if you have selected Queenstown option)
Time
- Ex Clyde - Arrive at Trail Journeys depot located right at the start of the trail at 9.00am for a 9.30am departure, tour finishes usually in the late afternoon (depending on how fast you cycle)
- Ex Queenstown - Pick up from Queenstown accommodation at 7.45am and will return back to Queenstown at 6.30pm (guests require to conclude cycling at Clyde return by 5.00pm to catch the 5.00pm bus to Queenstown)
Location
- Located at the start of the Otago Central Rail Trail - 16 Springvale Rd, Clyde 9391
- Driving distance from Queenstown to Clyde is approximately 1 hour
- Driving distance from Wanaka to Clyde is approximately 55 minutes
Hotel Pickup
- Prior to completing your purchase, enter your hotel name in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
- If you have not yet booked a hotel, enter the words 'hotel not known' in the 'Add Booking Notes' section of the shopping cart. Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation tour voucher with complete tour operator details. You will be required to contact the tour operator a minimum of 48hrs prior to your day of travel to reconfirm your hotel pick up time
What To Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Enclosed shoes
- Bottle water
- Camera
