Bike The Wineries Half Day

What you'll do

✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to The Church Cellar Door, Gibbston
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Return shuttle from your final winery back to Queenstown

Why Ride It?

  • Explore the heart of the Gibbston Valley wine region
  • Ride between cellar doors, breweries, and scenic viewpoints
  • Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of cycling, wine, food, and stunning scenery
  • Perfect if you want a shorter winery experience without a full day commitment
 

Good to Know

  • A relaxed 7–16 km ride with some hills and undulating terrain
  • Suitable for most riders, couples, and groups
  • Electric Bikes are highly recommended for the best experience
  • Winery tastings and food are not included
 

Timings

Summer (September–April)

  • Check in: 11:50am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 12:00pm from Queenstown
  • Pickup: 4:30pm from your final winery
 

Winter (May–August)

  • Check in: 11:20am at 3 Searle Lane
  • Departure: 11:30am from Queenstown
  • Pickup: 4:00pm from your final winery
 

Please allow enough time to enjoy scenic stops, winery visits, tastings, and breaks along the way.

Riding Time

Allow 1.5-2hrs

Total Distance

9-18km

Terrain

Undulating (Expect Hills)

Bus Transfers

To Start & Back

$0.00

Ride Date Choose your ride date

Time Choose your check-in time

Bikes Choose your Heights

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The Half Day Bike The Wineries delivers you straight to the heart of the Wineries in Gibbston Valley, you’ll have the afternoon to explore as many wineries as you’d like before we transfer you back to Queenstown. 

Your journey starts with a 25-minute shuttle from Queenstown to our The Church Cellar Door, where we’ll set you up with:

  • A high-quality mountain bike or E-bike
  • Helmet and winery map
  • A detailed trail briefing to get you confidently on your way

From The Church, you are in the heart of the Gibbston Valley Wine Region. The afternoon is yours to ride and explore at your own pace. Visit a few wineries, enjoy tastings, grab a vineyard lunch, or simply cruise between cellar doors soaking up the views of vine-covered hills, cliffs, and river gorges.

We will collect you from The Church at the pick up time, if you are enjoying the other wineries and dont want to ride back, we are able to pick you up from any winery on our map, you will need to call us to let us know 45 minutes before the departure time. 

Other Ride Options

During our summer season (September-April), Bike the Wineries is available in three flexible formats:

  • Full Day Ride – Includes time in Arrowtown, extra riding, more bridge crossings, and more time for winery visits
  • ¾ Day Ride – Starts earlier than the Half Day but finishes at the same time, giving you more time at the wineries

Not sure which is right for you? If you want maximum wine time, choose the Full Day. If you’re after a balance of flexibility and leisure, try the ¾ Day. But if your morning is booked or you prefer a later start, the Half Day is ideal

Wine Tastings & Booking Info

  • Tastings are not included –  most wineries charge around $25 per person
  • Wineries are independently owned, and tasting fees may vary
  • Book in advance for tastings and lunch, especially for groups of 6 or more
  • Click here for details on booking with the wineries
  • NZ Drivers License or Passports will be needed as ID at the wineries.
 

What If the Weather Turns?

The weather in Queenstown can shift quickly. We assess trail conditions on the day of your ride. If you’re unsure, give us a call 45 minutes to 1 hour before your shuttle departs, and we’ll review the forecast with you.

If the weather is unsafe for riding, we’ll do our best to reschedule, or provide a refund (minus a 3% transaction fee) if needed.

See more of our Terms and Conditions here

Final Tips

  • Bring water, sunscreen, and dress in layers
  • Most wineries open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Carry some snacks or plan a winery lunch stop
  • Don’t forget your phone or camera – the views are too good to miss
  •  Terms and Conditions here
   
Please Note: The Kawarau Gorge,  The Big Day Out, Arrowtown to Queenstown and The Hugo Tunnel Loop rides are all not recommended  for children due to their distance and terrain.

Child Electric Bikes (8-14 years)

We have 24″ or 26″ E-Bikes. Children must be at least 135 cm/4 ft 6″ tall and capable riders.

Child Mountain Bikes (5-14 years)

We have  16″, 20″, or 24″ bikes; or XS, S, M adult bikes.

Infants (0-4 years)

We have either Child Trailers or Tag-A-Longs/Half-Bikes. Please be aware that tag-a-longs/half-bikes require balance and the skills to hold on independently. 

 

Child Trailer

Our preference is for infants to use Child Trailers. They are stable and safe, and can fit either two small infants (<20kg) or one larger infant (<40kg).

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