Bike The Wineries Full Day Self Guided Ride, Queenstown, NZ.
| Arrowtown, bridges, Bungy, wineries, cheesery, tavern, brewery… ohh yeah! |
| We will pick up the wine you buy. |
| Taste as many wines as you like. We’re driving. |
| We’ll pick you up from your winery of choice. |
| Grab your morning coffee in Arrowtown and explore. |
| We’ll get you sorted with everything before you ride. |
| Electric bikes are the business. You won’t regret the upgrade. |
Ride Information
Our Bike The Wineries Full Day trip begins with a scenic shuttle transfer from Queenstown to the quaint gold mining village of Arrowtown. Here we cover mountain bike fitting, navigation, bike safety and very importantly; winery information. Choose to enjoy one of the many great cafes and explore Arrowtown or get straight into your scenic morning ride along the beautiful Arrow and Kawarau Rivers to the Kawarau Suspension Bridge – home of the world famous Bungy jump.
From Bungy spend the afternoon biking at your leisure along the Gibbston River Trail using our informative winery map to visit as many of the 8+ wineries linked throughout this easy riding trail. Enjoy a relaxed lunch en-route or picnic at one of the many Wineries.
We will pick you up at 4:30pm (4:00pm 1 May – 31 August) from Gibbston Tavern or your winery if choice for your relaxing vehicle transfer back to Queenstown.
The riding distance to the first winery is 15km. To get all the way to the end of the wine valley you’ll end up covering about 25km.
Like the sound of this trip, but would prefer a later start? Take a look at our Bike The Wineries 3/4 Day.
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Please note: Tastings are not included in the price of this package, but average cost is around $10 per winery (some are free!).
Interactive Trail Map
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Summer Itinerary (1st September – 30th April)
9:00 AM: Transportation
- Sit back and enjoy the 25 min drive through the beautiful Queenstown countryside
- Chat to our local drivers and get to know the person who will be setting you out on your ride
9.30 AM – 9.40 AM: Briefing
- Upon arrival in Arrowtown your tour guide will brief you on bike safety, trail navigation, the wineries and pick up information
9.40 AM – 4.30 PM : Ride The Trail and Bike The Wineries
- Explore Arrowtown at your leisure before you “hit the trail”
- See swing bridges and beautiful vistas of mountains and rivers as you ride the 15 KM to the Karawau Bungy Bridge
- Cross the Karawau Bungy Bridge – the first Bungy jump in the world!!
- From Bungy you will be in the Gibbston wine region. Explore the wineries at your leisure, tasting wine and eating cheese, visiting your choice of the attractions in the valley; 7 wineries, a cheesery, a tavern and a micro-brewery
4.30 PM: Shuttle Departure - Back To Queenstown
Winter Itinerary (1st May – 31st August)
10:00 AM: Transportation
- Sit back and enjoy the 25 min drive through the beautiful Queenstown countryside
- Chat to our local drivers and get to know the person who will be setting you out on your ride
10.30 AM – 10.40 AM: Briefing
- Upon arrival in Arrowtown your tour guide will brief you on bike safety, trail navigation, the wineries and pick up information
10.40 AM – 4.00 PM : Ride The Trail and Bike The Wineries
- Explore Arrowtown at your leisure before you “hit the trail”
- See swing bridges and beautiful vistas of mountains and rivers as you ride the 15 KM to the Karawau Bungy Bridge
- Cross the Karawau Bungy Bridge – the first Bungy jump in the world!!
- From Bungy you will be in the Gibbston wine region. Explore the wineries at your leisure, tasting wine and eating cheese, visiting your choice of the attractions in the valley; 7 wineries, a cheesery, a tavern and a micro-brewery
4.00 PM: Shuttle Departure - Back To Queenstown
| Departure / Return Location | 9 Duke Street |
| Departure Time | Summer 9 AM / Winter 10 AM |
| Return Time | Summer 5 PM / Winter 4.30 PM |
| Ride Distance | Approx 20-25 km |
| Wear | Comfortable athletic clothing and shoes (gloves for winter) |
| Included | Quality Mountain Bike Helmet Shuttle Service Wine Purchase Pick Up’s Wine Trail Map |
| Not Included | Wine Tastings Food A Guide Riding The Trail With You |
Venues on offer in the Gibbston Valley: Wineries, beer and cheese.
| Chard Farm
A stunning setting down a historic gravel road. The effort made to visit Chard Farm is always worthwhile. |
Kinross Wines
A stunning setting with a lovely outdoor area to enjoy. Great food and wine are available here. |
| Gibbston Valley Winery
The most well known winery in the valley. Enjoy their cheesery or visit the cellar door for a tasting. Beautiful outdoor area to be enjoyed. |
Cargo Brewery
Based in an old church, backing onto a large grass area stacked with games, Cargo is a great spot to hang out. It is a real highlight for both the wine and the beer drinker. |
| Peregrine Winery
Elegant and professional. Peregrine is a place for tastings only. They don’t serve food or wine by the glass here. |
Mt Rosa
Full of personality, Mt Rosa is located at the end of the valley and is certainly worth the effort to visit. Tastings here are extensive, so allow approximately 40min. |
| Brennan Wines
A great place to visit, Brennan is located at the end of the valley. While you’re here, have a go at petanque. |
Gibbston Tavern
Our standard pick up location for a reason. The tavern is full of character and serves delicious wood fire pizza. A great place to relax. |
