Cycle the Central Otago Rail Trail of New Zealand

 

Cycle the spectacular Otago Central Rail Trail, the oldest rail trail in the country and voted 'New Zealand's Favourite Ride' for the past two years

Ring along flat, traffic-free paths alongside some of the South Island's most stunning scenery.

Begin your journey in Queenstown, an outdoor paradise set among the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand.

Experience first-hand the famous hospitality of New Zealanders on a trail built specifically to cater to cyclists.


Your 4 days/3 nights itinerary includes

✓ 3 Breakfasts
✓ 3 nights of hotel guest accommodation
✓ 3 days bike hire
✓ Transfer to Queenstown
✓ Small group
✓ Tour Leader, Guided bike ride - Otago Rail Trail

From *$1780.00pp twin share - Select dates only

Single supplement available on select dates

Due to the limited accommodation options on the Trail, you may stay in a nearby location on certain departures. Some rooms may have shared facilities.


Dates 2025

  • 04 Apr - 07 Apr

  • 25 Apr - 28 Apr

  • 12 Sep - 15 Sep

  • 26 Sep - 29 Sep

  • 17 Oct - 20 Oct

  • 07 Nov - 10 Nov

  • 14 Nov - 17 Nov

  • 21 Nov - 24 Nov

  • 05 Dec - 08 Dec

  • 12 Dec - 15 Dec

  • 19 Dec - 22 Dec

Dates 2026

  • 02 Jan - 05 Jan

  • 09 Jan - 12 Jan

  • 16 Jan - 19 Jan

  • 06 Feb - 09 Feb

  • 20 Feb - 23 Feb

  • 06 Mar - 09 Mar

  • 20 Mar - 23 Mar

  • 03 Apr - 06 Apr

  • 17 Apr - 20 Apr

  • 09 Sep - 12 Sep

  • 30 Sep - 03 Oct

  • 07 Oct - 10 Oct


Daily Itinerary

  • Day 1: Queenstown & Otago Rail Trail ; approx 37 kms mostly flat.

  • Day 2: Otago Rail Trail - Omakau to Wedderburn; approx 42kms, mostly flat.

  • Day 3: Otago Rail Trail - Wedderburn to Waipiata; approx 21 kms mostly downhill.

  • Day 4: Otago Rail Trail - Waipiata to Middlemarch/Queenstown; 55 kms (mostly flat/downhill)

  • Difficulty Easy - Moderate


Life is like riding a bicycle, to stay balanced you must keep moving
— ilovebicycling.com
 

Terms and Conditions *Price correct at February 2025, but is subject to change, availability and may be affected by currency fluctuations”