Overview
3 days cycling on the Upper Alps 2 Ocean self guided cycle trail tour starting from Mount Cook Village and Lake Pukaki to the lovely small village of Omarama, capturing the highlights of the Alps2Ocean cycle trail. There is also an option to start in Jollie River, or at Lake Tekapo.
Accommodation Types
Standard
Exceeds minimum requirements, with a wider range of facilities and service. Motel, B&B, Holiday Parks, Farmstay, Homestay, Holiday Home
- Own room, with shared / private / ensuite bathroom
- Self catering facilities
- Breakfast included if B&B
Superior
Better than average with good to very good range of facilties and service. Motels, B&B, Hotel, Inns, Lodge, Holiday Parks, Farmstay, Homestay, Holiday Home
- Own room, with a private/ensuite bathroom
- Breakfast and dinner available in house or cooking facilites in room
- Breakfast included if B & B (may have in-house liquor licence)
Upgrades
Jollie River Start
Changes to Day 2 for this start option
- Shuttle from Twizel to Jollie River carpark
- 61km cycle to Twizel
Mt. Cook Village Start
Changes to Day 2 for this start option
- Shuttle from Twizel to Mt Cook Village
- Heliflight over the Tasman River (required for this start option)
- 73km cycle to Twizel
E-Bike Upgrade
Our E-bikes are equipped with the latest technology with a smooth and powerful electric motor to provide extra assistance whenever needed. The riding position is upright and comfortable. Riding an E-bike is a great way to enjoy the Alps to Ocean experience.
Details
Difficulty: 3
Departures Daily 1 October to 20 May
Trail Start: Mt Cook Village, Jolly River or Tekapo
Trail Finish: Omarama
Self Guided
Duration: 4 Days (3 Cycling Days)
Start: Tekapo
Finish: Omarama
Includes:
- Transfers between the Twizel Depot and your accommodation upon arrival
- Bike Hire for 3 days - your choice of bike style, helmet and rear rack bags (Own bike and gear is an option)
- Shuttle to Alps 2 Ocean trail start
- Luggage Transfers each day
- 3 nights Accommodation (Standard & Superior options available)
- 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast and 1 Packed Lunch
- Trip itinerary, directions and trail map info
- Helicopter is included with the Mt Cook start
Pricing:
Cost per person (Twin share)
October 2020 - January 2021
Tekapo to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$729
- Superior level*: NZ$858
Jollie River to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$774
- Superior level*: NZ$903
Mt Cook to Omarama
(Inc. helicopter over Tasman River)
- Standard level: NZ$889
- Superior level*: NZ$1,018
February - March 2021
Tekapo to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$829
- Superior level*: NZ$958
Jollie River to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$874
- Superior level*: NZ$1,003
Mt Cook to Omarama
(Inc. helicopter over Tasman River)
- Standard level: NZ$989
- Superior level*: NZ$1,118
*Superior Level Trip: The Alps 2 Ocean is situated in a remote area of New Zealand, and with that comes limited accommodation choices. Our Superior Upgrade offers a higher level of lodgings at locations where available.
Optional Extra
- E-bike Upgrade: NZ$165
Overview
3 days cycling on the Upper Alps 2 Ocean self guided cycle trail tour starting from Mount Cook Village and Lake Pukaki to the lovely small village of Omarama, capturing the highlights of the Alps2Ocean cycle trail. There is also an option to start in Jollie River, or at Lake Tekapo.
Accommodation Types
Standard
Exceeds minimum requirements, with a wider range of facilities and service. Motel, B&B, Holiday Parks, Farmstay, Homestay, Holiday Home
- Own room, with shared / private / ensuite bathroom
- Self catering facilities
- Breakfast included if B&B
Superior
Better than average with good to very good range of facilties and service. Motels, B&B, Hotel, Inns, Lodge, Holiday Parks, Farmstay, Homestay, Holiday Home
- Own room, with a private/ensuite bathroom
- Breakfast and dinner available in house or cooking facilites in room
- Breakfast included if B & B (may have in-house liquor licence)
Upgrades
Jollie River Start
Changes to Day 2 for this start option
- Shuttle from Twizel to Jollie River carpark
- 61km cycle to Twizel
Mt. Cook Village Start
Changes to Day 2 for this start option
- Shuttle from Twizel to Mt Cook Village
- Heliflight over the Tasman River (required for this start option)
- 73km cycle to Twizel
E-Bike Upgrade
Our E-bikes are equipped with the latest technology with a smooth and powerful electric motor to provide extra assistance whenever needed. The riding position is upright and comfortable. Riding an E-bike is a great way to enjoy the Alps to Ocean experience.
Itinerary
Open AllWe recommend allowing a day of travel to get to Twizel from Christchurch or Queenstown. Take the afternoon to explore this rural township before spending the night.
Stay the night in Twizel.
Early morning shuttle to your chosen starting point on the trail.
- 55km cycle from Tekapo to Twizel
- 61km cycle from Jollie River to Twizel
- 80km cycle from Mt Cook to Twizel
Spend the night in Twizel.
Cycle the sealed canal roads from Twizel to edge of Lake Ohau before following the dedicated lakeside cycle trail around to Lake Ohau Lodge.
Stay the night at Lake Ohau.
Cycle to the top of the Tarnbrae highpoint, overlooking Lake Ohau and the Mackenzie plains before heading downhill through the Quailburn. Take a 7km detour to the Clay Cliff rock formations if you have the time or relax in the woodfired Omarama Hot Tubs.
Finish ride in Omarama or add an extra night.
Cost per person (Twin share)
October 2020 - January 2021
Tekapo to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$729
- Superior level*: NZ$858
Jollie River to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$774
- Superior level*: NZ$903
Mt Cook to Omarama
(Inc. helicopter over Tasman River)
- Standard level: NZ$889
- Superior level*: NZ$1,018
February - March 2021
Tekapo to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$829
- Superior level*: NZ$958
Jollie River to Omarama
- Standard level: NZ$874
- Superior level*: NZ$1,003
Mt Cook to Omarama
(Inc. helicopter over Tasman River)
- Standard level: NZ$989
- Superior level*: NZ$1,118
*Superior Level Trip: The Alps 2 Ocean is situated in a remote area of New Zealand, and with that comes limited accommodation choices. Our Superior Upgrade offers a higher level of lodgings at locations where available.
Optional Extra
- E-bike Upgrade: NZ$165
Itinerary
Open AllWe recommend allowing a day of travel to get to Twizel from Christchurch or Queenstown. Take the afternoon to explore this rural township before spending the night.
Stay the night in Twizel.
Early morning shuttle to your chosen starting point on the trail.
- 55km cycle from Tekapo to Twizel
- 61km cycle from Jollie River to Twizel
- 80km cycle from Mt Cook to Twizel
Spend the night in Twizel.
Cycle the sealed canal roads from Twizel to edge of Lake Ohau before following the dedicated lakeside cycle trail around to Lake Ohau Lodge.
Stay the night at Lake Ohau.
Cycle to the top of the Tarnbrae highpoint, overlooking Lake Ohau and the Mackenzie plains before heading downhill through the Quailburn. Take a 7km detour to the Clay Cliff rock formations if you have the time or relax in the woodfired Omarama Hot Tubs.
Finish ride in Omarama or add an extra night.
