Adventure South New Zealand Bicycle Tours, Hiking Vacations & Adventure Travel New Zealand
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"NEW ZEALAND. Cycling and Hiking Adventures"

Adventure South operates a range of guided cycling, hiking and multi-adventure holidays to suit all levels of fitness. Our itineraries explore New Zealand’s scenic South Island and the cultural North Island. Small Groups, Great Guides, Superb Holidays ...

Bridge between Lauder & Ophir, Central Otago.  Photo by Colin Monteath/Hedgehoghouse.com 
 
Join us as we step back in time and ride the Central Otago Rail Trail.  With more time to enjoy each day and soak up the atmosphere the Rail Trail Explorer is a great way to check out what all the hype is about without any of the pressure!  The route follows the old Maniototo rail line from Clyde in central Otago, to Middlemarch. Our Otago Central Rail Trail cycling tour includes one of the worlds great train trips as we travel on the spectacular Taieri Gorge railway into Dunedin. Fully supported all the way with no accommodation or luggage worries! 
 
“Adventure South is a top notch organization with terrific people. The scenery on the rail trail was magnificent and the bikes were great quality.”> .” Patty McCrary, USA, ORT Nov 2008. 
 
  • 6 days of fully supported cycling including the MacKenzie Canal enroute to Clyde

  • extra time to relax and soak up the stunning scenery - 4 days actually on the trail!

  • explore Oamaru and its spectacular coastline by cycle enroute back to Christchurch

  • optional trips to the historic gold mining village of St Bathans and the Blue Lake, plus lots more!

  • experience the great Taieri Gorge Train Ride

  • no luggage to carry or accommodation worries

  • twin share accommodation in historic hotels and pubs

  • try your hand at the curling (optional) in Naseby, the only indoor curling rink in the Southern Hemisphere

  • supply your own bike or rent from our quality fleet of front suspension hybrid bikes (cycle hire NZ$180/AU$145.00)

  • A NZ$50/AU$40 surcharge will apply for tours during Easter, Christmas & New Year holidays where additional costs may be levied to meet statutory obligations. We will advise clients of any cost, prior to departure.
 
“The whole trip past all expectations from guides , fellow group members and scenery was just fabulous. A brilliant trip!"
Marcella Oldroyd Australia Otago Rail Trail April 6, 2009 
 

Family Rail Trail Departures Scheduled!
If you're looking for an active family break, see our scheduled departures for a Family Rail Trail Tour. Please note this tour runs on demand. Keep watching for an updated 11/12 itinerary.

Our new Rail Trail Gold offers an easy cycling adventure over 7 days with high class accommodation and optional activiites including wine tasting and curling.
 
Custom Tours: Many customl tour options are available which we can tailor make to your requirements. These can include additional time spent exploring, alternative overnight locations in historic hotels and farmstays or just different dates or finishing points.
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Trip Notes
Cycle Registration form
2011/2012
Mar 10th Christchurch G
Mar 24th Christchurch C
Mar 31st Christchurch A
Apr 6th Christchurch * A
Apr 14th Christchurch G
A:Available
G:Guaranteed Departure
C:Closed
2011/2012

NZ$1,690

AU$1,350

Single Supplement (extra)

NZ$414

AU$331