Queenstown To Arrowtown 

Check in to our shop at 9:30 am. After a detailed briefing and bike fitting, you’re ready to depart.

Your journey starts by heading north from Queenstown, along the gorge beside Queenstown Hill, and up to Arthur’s Point. You’ll ride across the historic Edith Cavell bridge – which has spanned the Shotover River since 1919 – before joining the Wharehuanui Trail. This newest addition to the network traverses along the base of Coronet Peak, with the mountain looming above and to your left.

Making its way eastward, the trail meanders along classic Otago landscapes before it joins the Millbrook Golf Resort. From there you’ll ride along an avenue of trees the short distance to your home for the night: Arrowtown. Your luggage will have been transferred to your accomodation of choice while you were riding. Enjoy one of the many dining options before a restful night’s sleep.

Arrowtown To Gibbston (25 km ~ 2 hrs) 

Depart your Arrowtown accommodation at your leisure. Spend the morning in Arrowtown, or leave early and maximise your time at the wineries in Gibbston.

This second day starts by following the beautiful Arrow and Kawarau Rivers downstream to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge – home of the world’s first bungy jump. You’ll continue through to the Gibbston wine region with time to relax and soak in the majestic views with a wine (or two). Another satisfying evening awaits with some truly special dining options in the valley, whether it’s Kinross Cottages, Gibbston Valley Winery, or another of the quaint accommodation options.

Once again your luggage will have been transferred by our team while you were riding, ready for you arrival in Gibbston.

Interact with the map above. It shows the route of the bike trail from Arrowtown to the start of Gibbston.

Gibbston Valley To Queenstown (40 km ~ 4 hrs) 

Depart your Gibbston accommodation at your leisure.

This third and final day of riding completes the loop back to Queenstown. Setting off from the Gibbston Valley, you’ll ride back north to the Morven Ferry. Then joining the Twin Rivers Trail, you’ll follow the contours of the Kawarau and Shotover rivers to the shores of Lake Whakatipu. Expect to see incredible alpine views throughout this section as you traverse the foothills of The Remarkables mountains.

The last stage of the journey is a gentle, flowing trail along the lake’s edge before the finish line back at our shop in central Queenstown. Relax knowing you’ve experienced the best of the spectacular Queenstown Trail.

* Children must be at least 140 cm/4 ft 6″ tall to fit the smallest Electric Bike.

We are yet to hear anyone say “I wish I never upgraded to an electric bike”, but we have certainly heard the opposite! Guarantee the good times and have a fun 3 days out there. We’ll even move the charger for you each day.

Simply select the first day (Day 1) you would like to ride on the calendar of this webpage. Then select the quantity of riders* and whether they’d like a standard mountain bike or an electric mountain bike. Both the bike’s sizes and payment are then taken on the following checkout pages.

Please note, it is your responsibility to book accomodation for the nights of Day 1 (in Arrowtown) and Day 2 (in Gibbston). See the accommodation tab for more info.

If you have any questions about this 3 day ride, please get in touch: bookings@aroundthebasin.co.nz

*Minimum of 2 riders per booking