Great Taste Trail Multi-Day Bike Tours

Cycle Coastal Trails, Vineyards & Villages Over 2–6 Days

Explore the best of Nelson–Tasman on a multi-day Great Taste Trail cycling tour, with options ranging from short escapes to full-trail adventures. Ride through iconic destinations like Mapua, Rabbit Island, and the Moutere Hills, stopping for wine tastings, seaside cafés, and artisan shops along the way. Self-guided and supported options allow you to cycle at your own pace with all logistics taken care of.

Each itinerary includes accommodation, bike or e-bike hire, luggage transfers, and detailed route maps, so you can focus on enjoying the ride. Ferry crossings over the Waimea Estuary, trails through coastal boardwalks, and quiet country lanes offer a variety of scenery and terrain. These tours are ideal for casual riders, families, and active travellers looking to experience the full flavour of the region.

Cyclists planning their route over coffee at a cafe along the Great Taste Trail

Three women in high-vis vests riding e-bikes on the Motueka River West Bank Trail

Group cycling on boardwalk during Magical Mapua tour

Cyclists disembarking Mapua Ferry on Magical Mapua self-guided tour

Historic kiln and sheds on Great Taste Trail near Tapawera

Group of cyclists standing beside their bikes near a wooden suspension bridge on the Tunnel to Town route with Kiwi Journeys

Group of cyclists with Kiwi Journeys reviewing the trail map for Tasman’s Great Taste Trail near the Spooners Tunnel

Cyclists riding along a wooden boardwalk beside the coast on the Tunnel to Town route with Kiwi Journeys

Group cycling across a boardwalk over estuarine wetlands near Nelson on the Great Taste Trail

Cyclist taking a photo of horses in a grassy paddock on the Tunnel to Town ride with Kiwi Journeys

Group of cyclists biking along a gravel trail in rural Nelson with blue skies

Two cyclists riding along a gravel farm trail in the Nelson Tasman region

Group of cyclists standing at the Spooners Tunnel entrance in Nelson

Group cycling through a gravel path surrounded by greenery on the Great Taste Trail in Nelson

Family with kids on bikes at the Great Taste Trail entrance on Rabbit Island

Two cyclists ride along a sandy trail beside the coast at Rabbit Island

Group of cyclists gather around a map for a briefing on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail

Mapua Ferry crossing the channel between Rabbit Island and Mapua Wharf

Aerial view of Mapua and Waimea Inlet in the Nelson Tasman region of New Zealand

Young boy cycling through vineyard trail with family near Rabbit Island in Nelson

Cyclists boarding the Mapua Ferry with bikes along the Great Taste Trail in Nelson, New Zealand

Cyclist riding along the beachside trail at Rabbit Island in Nelson

Cyclists boarding the Mapua Ferry with bikes on a sunny day

Bartender with traditional tattoo pouring craft beer from tap

Cyclists enjoying a wine tasting stop near Kaiteri Beach on the Nelson to Mapua trail

Cycling group enjoying drinks together at an outdoor café in Mapua

Group of cyclists riding e-bikes through vineyards near Nelson on a guided wine tour

Group of cyclists reading the Great Taste Trail sign on the Nelson to Mapua route

Cyclists riding e-bikes along a grassy countryside trail on the Nelson to Mapua route

Flexible Cycle Tour Packages on the Great Taste Trail

Whether you choose a 2-day wine and coast loop or a 5–6 day full trail tour, each ride reveals new landscapes and flavours. You'll pedal through Kahurangi National Park's foothills, glide past golden beaches, and unwind in charming villages like Motueka and Kaiteriteri.

E-bikes make the route accessible for all fitness levels, while optional add-ons like local food tastings or guided segments can enrich your journey. With expert local support and customisable routes, these multi-day cycling tours are a relaxed and immersive way to explore New Zealand’s sunniest region.