Overview
From Nelson, this 3 Day Great Taste Trail with Backroad Bike Adventure cycling tour in New Zealand gives you a real taste of the region.
The Great Taste Trail provides visitors many options for exploration into some of the most scenic back country roads led by professional guides, all at a pace within your comfort zone. This combination of breathtaking landscapes and a multitude of cycling options feature serene country back roads, vineyards, hop gardens, orchards and winding rivers framed by Kahurangi National Park. As many of our routes on the 3 Day Great Taste Trail with Backroad Bike Adventure also pass wineries, artisan shops, artists' studios, galleries, and cafes, you will have plenty of reasons to make frequent stops.
The Nelson region is renowned for its abundant vineyards and creative enclaves, and has much more to offer cyclists of all skill levels. We are intimately familiar with the lay of the land, and will map you out the best routes that will suit your abilities and interests. If your idea of a cycling adventure is hopping from one café to the next, we know just where to bring you. If you are looking for hilly or steeper routes, we can customize the tour so you get the challenge that you crave.
Our tours are tailored according to the group's range of abilities so everyone, whether cyclist or non-cyclist, makes the most of the routes and enjoy the tour to the fullest.
Upgrades to electric bikes (e-Bikes) are available at extra cost.
Possible itinerary
- Day 1: Nelson to Mapua (35kms)
- Day 2: Kaiteriteri to Mapua (up to 43kms)
- Day 3: Mahana and Moutere winery route (25 – 37kms)
Details
Difficulty: 2
Departures
Daily year round
Start: Nelson
Finish: Nelson
Includes:
Standard Tour
- 2 night's accommodation in ensuite motel/cabins or equivalent
- 3 days trail bike, helmet, pannier bag, puncture repair kit and hi viz vest hire
- A welcome goody bag with a 'taste of the region
- Route maps and bespoke route notes
- Ferry ticket to rabbit island
- Bike transfers as required
- Luggage transfers with baggage allowance of up to 2 bags per person ( max weight 15Kgs per bag)
- Discount vouchers for local restaurants and cafés
- A dedicated tour manager and support service throughout the duration of your tour
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Group discount available (more than 6 people)
Premium Tour
Includes all standard tour inclusions plus:
- Daily Breakfast
- premium welcome goody bag
- Choice of Day Pannier Bag or Touring Pannier Bag
Accommodation
- Standard Tour: Motel Rooms or Ensuite Cabins
- Premium Tour: 4-4+ Star Boutique Accommodation with Breakfasts
Each tour has the services of a specific tour manager to assist with any queries or problems for the duration of your tour.
Pricing:
Cost per person twin share
October 2019 - March 2020
- Standard: NZ$685
- Premium: NZ$785
- Exclusive Luxury: NZ$1,000
Overview
From Nelson, this 3 Day Great Taste Trail with Backroad Bike Adventure cycling tour in New Zealand gives you a real taste of the region.
The Great Taste Trail provides visitors many options for exploration into some of the most scenic back country roads led by professional guides, all at a pace within your comfort zone. This combination of breathtaking landscapes and a multitude of cycling options feature serene country back roads, vineyards, hop gardens, orchards and winding rivers framed by Kahurangi National Park. As many of our routes on the 3 Day Great Taste Trail with Backroad Bike Adventure also pass wineries, artisan shops, artists' studios, galleries, and cafes, you will have plenty of reasons to make frequent stops.
The Nelson region is renowned for its abundant vineyards and creative enclaves, and has much more to offer cyclists of all skill levels. We are intimately familiar with the lay of the land, and will map you out the best routes that will suit your abilities and interests. If your idea of a cycling adventure is hopping from one café to the next, we know just where to bring you. If you are looking for hilly or steeper routes, we can customize the tour so you get the challenge that you crave.
Our tours are tailored according to the group's range of abilities so everyone, whether cyclist or non-cyclist, makes the most of the routes and enjoy the tour to the fullest.
Upgrades to electric bikes (e-Bikes) are available at extra cost.
Possible itinerary
- Day 1: Nelson to Mapua (35kms)
- Day 2: Kaiteriteri to Mapua (up to 43kms)
- Day 3: Mahana and Moutere winery route (25 – 37kms)
Cost per person twin share
October 2019 - March 2020
- Standard: NZ$685
- Premium: NZ$785
- Exclusive Luxury: NZ$1,000