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Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Queenstown Vineyards
About This Tour
The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day. With a later start and a one-way ride through the “Valley of the Vines,” this self-guided adventure gives you the perfect balance of cycling, wine tasting, and stunning landscapes
What You'll Do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrow Junction
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Finish with a return shuttle from your final winery to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Ride through the stunning Gibbston Valley wine region
- Cross iconic suspension bridges and follow scenic riverside trails
- Enjoy the perfect mix of cycling, wine tasting, and Central Otago views
Good to Know
- A relaxed ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for couples, groups, and casual riders
- Winery tastings and food are not included
- Electric Bikes are highly recommended for the most enjoyable experience
What You'll Do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrow Junction
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Finish with a return shuttle from your final winery to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Ride through the stunning Gibbston Valley wine region
- Cross iconic suspension bridges and follow scenic riverside trails
- Enjoy the perfect mix of cycling, wine tasting, and Central Otago views
Good to Know
- A relaxed ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for couples, groups, and casual riders
- Winery tastings and food are not included
- Electric Bikes are highly recommended for the most enjoyable experience
What's Included
✓ Included
- Transport to start and from finish
- Use of bicycle and helmet
- Custom trail and winery map
- Support for any mechanical or navigation issues is a phone call away
✗ Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Wine tastings
- A guide riding with you
Itinerary
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After your shuttle from Queenstown, you ride starts at our bike-hub at Arrow Junction. From here, it's 6 km (4 miles) along a bike trail to the start of the Gibbston Valley Trail.
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Ride across the historic Kawarau Bridge, home of the world's first commercial bungy jumping operation. Be entertained watching bungy jumpers and zip-liners doing their thing!
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Explore the scenic wine region of Gibbston Valley at your leisure with 7 wineries, a brewery and tavern to bike between. Enjoy the freedom of spending as long as you desire at wineries of your choice, tasting world-class food and wine as you go.
Some of the Valley's wineries are listed below.
Some of the Valley's wineries are listed below.
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Largest winery in the Gibbston region offering wine tastings and a full restaurant.
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Cellar door, wine tastings and restaurant
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A lovely setting with great hospitality and delicious wine tastings
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Built in Wangaloa in 1894, this old church was relocated to Gibbston in the early 2000’s. It has now taken on a second life as our winery and eatery.
This is our default pick up location for all our winery rides.
This is our default pick up location for all our winery rides.
Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years - recommended to bring ID