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Start: Queenstown
Locations: Queenstown, Arrowtown
Duration: 3-4 Hours
Distance: 23 km
Difficulty: 2
Minimum Age: 18

Enjoy a 23km self-guided e-bike tour from Arrowtown to Gibbston, following scenic riverside trails and visiting two wineries for tastings. Depart at 10:30am from Arrowtown or take the 10:00am Queenstown departure with a shuttle transfer. Allow three to four hours of riding, with the full experience finishing at Mt Rosa Wines by 4:45pm. Operating September to May, with winter departures on request, it includes premium e-bike hire, safety equipment, shuttles, a trail map, trail support and wine tastings at Kinross and Mt Rosa Wines. Ideal for relaxed cyclists and wine lovers.

Cycle the Arrow River Bridges Trail from Arrowtown to Gibbston

Begin your day in historic Arrowtown, where you can explore the charming township before setting off along the Arrow River Bridges Trail towards Gibbston. This gentle Grade 2 route follows the sparkling Arrow River, crossing numerous bridges and passing through a landscape framed by rugged mountains and peaceful countryside. As you approach the Kawarau Bungy Bridge, take a moment to watch the thrill-seekers before joining the Gibbston River Trail and continuing into Central Otago’s celebrated wine region.

Covering approximately 23km, the ride takes around three to four hours at a relaxed pace, making it a rewarding way to explore the area without tackling demanding terrain. The largely easy trail is well suited to riders who want to combine outdoor scenery with opportunities to stop along the way, although a reasonable level of cycling confidence is still recommended. With riverside views, historic surroundings and vineyards dotted throughout the valley, the journey offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the landscape between winery visits.

Savour Gibbston Wine Country with Two Winery Experiences

Wine lovers can look forward to two distinct tasting experiences as they travel through Gibbston’s vineyard country. At Kinross Cellar Door, enjoy a classic wine tasting that introduces you to the region’s wines, while the guided wine tasting at Mt Rosa Wines provides another opportunity to discover local flavours and learn more about the area’s winemaking character. Together, these stops add a relaxed food-and-wine element to the cycling adventure, making it ideal for travellers who prefer a scenic day out with memorable cellar-door visits.

The tour offers two departure options to suit your plans, with a 10:30am departure from Arrowtown or a 10:00am departure from Queenstown that includes a shuttle to Arrowtown. Your experience finishes at the Kiwi Journeys depot at Mt Rosa Wines by approximately 4:45pm, with return shuttle arrangements depending on your chosen option. Premium e-bike hire, a MIPS helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier and handlebar bags, associated shuttles, a trail map and trail support are included, with departures generally available from 1 September to 31 May and winter trips on request.

Premium eBike hire
Additional equipment: MIPs helmet, mini-repair kit, pannier & handlebar bags
Kinross Cellar Door Classic Wine Tasting experience
Mt Rosa guided wine tasting
All associated shuttles
Trail map
Trail support

  • Route: Arrowtown – Gibbston
  • Distance: 23 km
  • Ride Time: Approximately 3–4 hours
  • Trail Grade: Grade 2 (Easy)
  • Fitness Level: perfect for beginner riders or those after a leisurely day on the bike

Departure

  • Departs at 10am from Queenstown | 10.30am from Arrowtown
  • Check-in at 9.45am from Queenstown | 10.20am from Arrowtown

    NB: Bike fitting and tour briefing will be conducted in Arrowtown

Return

  • Return to Gibbston at Mt Rosa Wines by bike by approximately 4:45pm
  • 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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