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Chapel To Church

What you'll do

✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrow Junction
✓ Ride the 15 km scenic trail through the Gibbston Valley
✓ Finish at The Church Cellar Door with return shuttle to Queenstown

Why Ride It?

  • Enjoy a relaxed ride through the beautiful Gibbston Valley
  • Cross the iconic Edgar Swing Bridge and Kawarau Bungy Bridge
  • Take in river views, vineyards, and stunning Central Otago scenery
  • Perfect for families, first-time trail riders, and those wanting a cruisy adventure
 

Good to Know

  • A relaxed 15 km ride with some gentle hills and undulating terrain
  • Suitable for families and recreational riders
  • Electric Bikes recommended for an easier, more enjoyable ride
 

Timings

Summer (September–April)

  • Check in: 10:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 10:30am from Queenstown
  • Pickup: 2:00pm from The Church Cellar Door, Gibbston

Winter (May–August)

  • Check in: 10:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 10:30am from Queenstown
  • Pickup: 2:00pm from The Church Cellar Door, Gibbston
 

Please allow enough time to enjoy scenic stops, photos, and a relaxing finish at The Church.

Riding Time

Allow 1.5 - 2 hrs

Total Distance

15km

Terrain

Undulating Terrain

Bus Transfers

To Start & Back

$0.00

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Your day begins with a shuttle from our Queenstown Shop to Arrow Junction, where we’ll set you up with your bike, helmet, trail map, and a full ride briefing. From Arrow Junction, enjoy a relaxed 15 km ride through the Gibbston Valley. Follow scenic river trails, cross the Edgar Swing Bridge and Kawarau Bungy Bridge, and enjoy wide, well-maintained trails surrounded by stunning Central Otago landscapes. Your ride finishes at The Church Cellar Door, where you can relax with food, drinks, and valley views before your return shuttle to Queenstown.  

Family Information

This ride is a great option for families wanting a shorter, scenic cycling adventure.
  • Recommended for children who can confidently ride a bike independently
  • Gentle terrain and shorter distance make it suitable for recreational riders
  • E-bike hire is available for extra comfort
  • Younger children can ride with trailers or tag-alongs (subject to availability)
 

Weather

Trail conditions are assessed daily. If conditions are unsafe, we’ll contact you to discuss rescheduling your booking or arranging a refund (less any applicable transaction fees). For full details, please see our Terms & Conditions. If you have concerns about the weather on the day its best to give us a call one hour before your ride and we can take you through options.

Your Ride Is Operated by Around The Basin

Your bike hire, transport and trail briefing are provided by Around The Basin.

Our experienced local team operate from Queenstown, Gibbston and Cromwell, making it easy to ride both the Kawarau Gorge and Queenstown Trail Network. 

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Chapel To Church

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