Adventure South New Zealand Bicycle Tours, Hiking Vacations & Adventure Travel New Zealand
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"Great Cycle Tours since 1992"

Adventure South operates a range of guided cycling, hiking and multi-adventure holidays to suit all levels of fitness. Our itineraries explore New Zealand’s scenic South Island and the cultural North Island. Small Groups, Great Guides, Superb Holidays ...

 
 Southern Explorer Cycling, New Zealand
 
 
Sealed/Moderate This trip is the combination of the Marlborough & West Coast Cycle, the Southern Lakes CycleMilford Sound Cycle and and the West Coast and Glaciers Cycle.

This combination tour can also start and finish in Queenstown doing the tours in this order: West Coast & Glaciers Cycle, Marlborough & West Coast Cycle, Southern Lakes Cycle & Milford Sound Cycle. Or can also start and finish in Christchurch doing the tours in this order: Southern Lakes Cycle, Milford Sound Cycle, West Coast & Glaciers Cycle & Marlborough & West Coast Cycle.

Enjoy the spectacular contrast of the South Island as you explore from one end of the island to the other by cycle, with ample rest days en route to make it truly a holiday to remember. From the bush-clad Lewis Pass, the steamy hot pools of Hanmer Springs, the wines of Marlborough and the whales of Kaikoura, the five days are packed with memories before we return to Christchurch.

Explore the 'Garden City' in your first free day before heading south enjoying the hospitality of our gracious farm-stay and the spectacular views while walking beneath Mount Cook. A free day in Queenstown the adventure capital of New Zealand, provides the opportunity to jet boat, kayak, walk or relax before our interlude onto Milford Sound. After an overnight in the magnificant fiord we travel back to Queenstown for two days rest. We then travel to the spectacular West Coast with its grinding glaciers which sweep through awesome rainforests en-route to the sea.

Enjoy the lodges and an optional walk on the glacier before returning over the alpine Arthurs Pass and a final swoop across the plains on board the TransAlpine Express to journey's end in Christchurch.
  • 21 days of cycling and walking across this amazing island of contrasts
  • fully lodged across the wide spectrum of gracious farm stays, lodges, hotels, motels, and a floating hotel on Milford Sound!
  • full day walking options available to stretch a different set of muscles
  • 4 rest days to relax and recover or to thrill and excite in whatever your choice of adventure!
  • enjoy the delightful wine and cuisine, from our wineries and restaurants to our delicious lunches
  • friendly and helpful guides with comfortable and supportive backup vehicle close at hand whenever your want them!
  • see our country the way New Zealanders would want to show it
  • on this tour the use of our Trek Hybrid 7500 or 7300 cycles is included in the tour cost.  You have the option of upgrading to Trek 1.5 road touring bikes for an extra NZD $30 per day.  You are also welcome to bring your own bike by prior arrangement.
  • please contact us for trip notes on this combination tour or view the individual trip notes per tour

*A NZ$50/AU$40 surcharge will apply for tours during Easter, Christmas & New Year holidays where additional costs may be levied to meet statutory obligations. We will advise clients of any cost, prior to departure.

    Hawks Crag, Beach to BeachHollyford Ride, Milford Wilderness
Cycle Registration form
2011/2012
Mar 2nd Queenstown C
Mar 9th Christchurch C
Mar 17th Christchurch C
A:Available
G:Guaranteed Departure
C:Closed
2011/2012

NZ$9,659

Single Supplement (extra)

NZ$2,460