Multi-Day Rides

Explore Queenstown and Central Otago on a self-guided cycling adventure.

Stunning river and mountain scenery, with the Kawarau Trail in the foreground.
Two cyclists enjoy a laugh. Biking the Queestown and Kawarau Trail is a great day out for couples.
Twin River Trail
One journey · Stay along the way
2 days or 3 days with Lake Dunstan

Bike The Basin

We drop you off.
You ride back to Queenstown.

Follow one self-guided journey over several days, staying along the route as you make your way back.

One drop-off. Your own adventure.

Ride to your next overnight stop each day. We transfer your bags.

Day one: Lake Dunstan Trail

Shuttle from Queenstown to Clyde, then ride beside Lake Dunstan to Cromwell.

Overnight: Cromwell

Day two: Kawarau Gorge Trail

Ride from Cromwell through the Kawarau Gorge to Gibbston, or continue to Arrowtown.

Overnight: Gibbston or Arrowtown

Day three: Ride to Queenstown

Follow the Queenstown Trails from Gibbston or Arrowtown back to Queenstown. Return your bike by 5pm.

Finish: Queenstown
Only have two days? Skip Lake Dunstan. Start with a shuttle to Cromwell, then follow days two and three above.
We organise Bike hire, your initial shuttle and daily luggage transfers.
Three rides · One Queenstown base
3 days of self-guided riding

The Ultimate Ride

Stay in Queenstown.
Head out with us each day.

Enjoy three different self-guided rides, with a shuttle out each day and a return to Queenstown each evening.

Unpack once. Explore three rides.

Stay at the same accommodation and leave your bags behind each day.

Day one: Kawarau Gorge Trail

Shuttle to Gibbston and ride through the Kawarau Gorge to Bannockburn. Catch our shuttle back to Queenstown.

Overnight: Your Queenstown base

Day two: Bike the Wineries

Shuttle to Arrowtown and ride into Gibbston wine country. Explore the wineries before our shuttle back to Queenstown.

Overnight: Your Queenstown base

Day three: The Big Day Out

Shuttle to Arrowtown, then ride back to Queenstown via the Shotover Gorge and Hugo Tunnel. Includes hills and technical Grade 4 sections.

Finish: Queenstown
We organise Bike hire and shuttles for each day's ride.

Both options are self-guided and suited to confident riders. E-bikes recommended. Accommodation booked separately.

Book your ride

Explore Queenstown and Central Otago over two or three days. Choose your self-guided bike adventure below.

Our Multi Day Bikes

Extra help on the hills

Electric Bikes

Merida eBIG Series

Merida eBIG electric mountain bike

Go further with less effort. Enjoy extra support on climbs and longer riding days.

Why choose an e-bike?
  • Electric assistance as you pedal
  • Extra support on hills
  • Less effort over longer distances
  • Charger included for overnight charging
Recharge overnight Plug in at your accommodation so you're ready for the next day's ride.
All pedal power

Mountain Bikes

Avanti Competitor & Merida Big Nine

Avanti Competitor mountain bike in black and orange

Quality hardtail mountain bikes built for comfortable days on gravel trails. You provide the pedal power.

Bike features
  • Lightweight alloy frame
  • Front suspension with lockout
  • Shimano 1×9 or 1×10-speed gearing
  • Hydraulic disc brakes
  • 29-inch wheels for varied terrain

Avanti Competitor pictured. Specifications vary slightly between models.

Fitted to you We'll select the best fit based on your height and riding style.
Prepared for your adventure

Our in-house mechanics maintain every bike and service it before each multi-day hire.

Transporting our bikes?

Let us know in advance. We'll show you how to secure them safely to avoid damage.

Just Looking for Multi-Day Bike Hire?

Planning your own multi-day ride? Hire a mountain bike or e-bike for Around the Mountains, Alps 2 Ocean, the Queenstown Trails, Lake Dunstan Trail or an adventure through Central Otago.

See our multi-day hire prices below:

 

Days of Hire

Child Mountain Bike/Infant Equipment

(0-14 years)

Adult Mountain Bike

Child Electric Bike

(9-14 years)*

Adult Electric Bike
2$81$108$180$207
3$121$162$270$310
4$162$216$360$414
5$191$255$425$489
6$229$306$510$586
7$268$357$595$684

 

What’s Included

  • Helmet

  • Bike lock

  • Spare tube & pump

  • Bottle cage

  • E-bike charger (if hiring an E-bike)

  • Padded gel seat (on request)

Optional Extras

  • Pannier rack & bag: $25 for day one, $10/day after

  • Shimano SPD pedals: $10/day

Note: Riders must be 140 cm or taller to hire an E-bike.