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Start: Queenstown
Duration: 3-4 Hours
Distance: 34 km
Difficulty: 3
Minimum Age: 10

The Queenstown to Gibbston Explorer is a 34–37 km self-guided e-bike tour from Arthurs Point through Queenstown’s trail network and Gibbston wine country to Mt Rosa Wines. Departing Queenstown at 8:30am on scheduled operating days, the tour includes three to four hours of riding, with a return shuttle from Gibbston. Available September to May, with winter departures on request, it includes e-bike hire, safety equipment, shuttles, a trail map and trail support, and suits confident riders with reasonable fitness.

Explore Queenstown’s Scenic Cycling Trails by E-Bike

Discover Queenstown’s diverse cycling network on a self-guided e-bike adventure that connects riverside trails, dramatic gorges and historic Arrowtown with the vineyards of Gibbston. After a shuttle transfer to Arthurs Point, choose your route via the Shotover Gorge Trail and Countryside Trail towards Arrowtown, or follow the Twin Rivers Trail alongside the Shotover and Kawarau rivers. Both options connect to the Gibbston River Trail near the Kawarau Bungy Bridge, offering a scenic journey through the region’s varied landscapes.

Along the way, enjoy river views, rugged gorge scenery and opportunities to pause at points of interest throughout the trail network. As you enter Gibbston wine country, follow the Gibbston River Trail past local vineyards and cellar doors before finishing at Mt Rosa Wines, where the Kiwi Journeys depot is located. With approximately 34–37 km of riding, this tour combines Queenstown’s outdoor appeal with the relaxed atmosphere of Central Otago’s wine region.

Plan Your Queenstown to Gibbston E-Bike Adventure

The tour takes approximately three to four hours of riding, depending on your chosen route, pace and stops. Trail grades vary from Grade 2 easy to Grade 3 intermediate, with a small Grade 4 advanced section on the Shotover Gorge Trail around the Hugo Tunnel and switchbacks. A reasonable level of fitness and confident riding ability are essential, particularly if you plan to tackle the more challenging sections.

Your experience includes premium e-bike hire, a MIPS helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier and handlebar bags, all associated shuttles, a trail map and trail support. Depart Queenstown at 8:30am, with check-in at 8:15am, for a shuttle to Arthurs Point, where bike fitting and the tour briefing take place. The ride finishes at Mt Rosa Wines in Gibbston by 4:45pm, followed by a return shuttle to Queenstown, with the main season running from September to May and winter departures available on request.

  • Premium eBike hire
  • Additional equipment: MIPs helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags
  • All associated shuttles
  • Trail map
  • Trail support
  • Route: Arthurs Point - Gibbston
  • Distance: 34-37 km
  • Ride Time: Approximately 3–4 hours
  • Trail Grade: Grade 2 (Easy), Grade 3 (Intermediate), with a small Grade 4 (Advanced) section
  • Fitness Level: A reasonable level of fitness and confident riding ability are both required

Departure

  • Check-in at 8.15am from Queenstown
  • Departs at 8.30am from Queenstown

    NB: Bike fitting and tour briefing will be conducted in Arthur's Point

Return

  • Return to Gibbston at Mt Rosa Wines by bike by approximately 4:45pm
  • Adult: 13 years and up
  • Child: 10-12 years
  • Cancellations 72+ hours before departure: Full refund*
  • Between 72 - 24 hours: Refund* less $100 per person cancellation fee
  • Within 24 hours / no-show: 100% cancellation fee.

Note: *Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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