Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 4 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 15-99 yrs
max group size 12
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-33734
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Queenstown, New Zealand
Ends Queenstown, New Zealand

HIGHLIGHTS

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.
Ride 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 firsthand the famous hospitality of New Zealanders on a trail built specifically to cater to cyclists.
Cycle in the company of an experienced guide as they share their unique perspective of this fascinating region.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.
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Starting and ending in Queenstown, the tour "Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail" is a guided active and outdoor tour that takes 4 days. You will travel through Queenstown, Hyde and Omakau in New Zealand. "Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail" is a small group tour which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

It’s almost like New Zealand was made for cycling. This is a land known for its natural beauty, welcoming people and delicious wine, and this cycling trip just happens to take in the best of it. Kick things off in the outdoor paradise of Queenstown, then cycle the famous Central Otago Rail Trail through small gold-mining towns like Alexandra, Omakau, Wedderburn and Hyde. Meander through the open plains with pristine rivers, enjoy some proper South Island hospitality at local taverns, and rediscover the joy of pedalling through one of the most gorgeous areas in the entire country.

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Day 1: Queenstown & Otago Rail Trail
Day 2: Otago Rail Trail - Omakau to Wedderburn
Day 3: Otago Rail Trail - Wedderburn to Waipiata
Day 4: Otago Rail Trail - Waipiata to Middlemarch/Queenstown

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Hotel/Guesthouse (3 nights)

Meals

3 Breakfasts

Transport

Bicycle , minivan (e-bike available , subject to availability)

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Guided bike ride - Otago Rail Trail
Otago Rail Trail - 4 days Otago Central Rail Trail bike hire
Transfer to Queenstown

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Queenstown are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail tour. You can cancel the tour up to 60 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 59 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 12 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 12 November 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 59 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Cycle New Zealand: Otago Rail Trail tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Is this trip right for you

Accommodation on the Otago Rail Trail can be booked out months in advance so there may be occasions where we stay in nearby locations to those advertised.
This itinerary does not have a full-time support vehicle constantly following the group. Your luggage is always transported for you (by vehicle) between accommodations.
Due to the relatively small distances cycled on this trip, we have a single leader that rides with the group.

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