Day Trips on the Central Otago Cycling Trails
Experience the Best of the Trail in Just One Day
Our Day Trip packages offer a complete adventure if you are:
- Short on time
- Curious about multi-day holidays
- Wanting to sling together the best bits of all the trails
- or just looking for a memorable outdoor escape
Why choose a day trip?
Short on time
If you’re visiting New Zealand, there’s so much to experience. A day trip on one of our Central Otago cycle trails is a chance to slow down, connect with the landscape, and zoom in..
Curious
You're heard so much about the Otago Rail Trail but you're not sure if cycling holidays are for you. A day on a bike on the trail will help you answer that question far better than google or chat-gpt
Package the Highlights
Maybe it’s your first visit and you want to see the very best, or you’re coming back to share the highlights you loved last time. Bundle up some day trips and experience the best bits
At a Loose End
Turn an ordinary day into an adventure you'll remember in your rocking chair one day. Hop on a bike, ride a trail, and finish with a story worth sharing.
What's included in a day trip?
Each Day Trip package includes some or all of the following:
A bicycle e.g. MTB or E-Bike – you choose what works for you. They come with helmet, pannier bag etc. Ready to go
Transport – some trips include transport so you ride in one direction only.
Briefing – An in-depth briefing for you from one of our knowledgeable team members
What can we offer?
Our day trips give you access to the most scenic and exciting parts of the trail, all in one manageable, well-paced day.
Whether you’re passing through or testing the waters to get a feel for a cycling holiday, these experiences deliver maximum impact with minimum investment.
Lake Dunstan WINTER Magic
WINTER Deal | Premium E-Bike and Transport | 1 Day
Distance: 42 km
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 5 hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: Most cyclists - you need to be comfortable using gears and brakes
Deal: $150 NZD per adult on PREMIUM E-Bike
Bannockburn to Gibbston - ride back
Hire bike + Shuttle to Gibbston Valley
Distance: 29 km (Gibbston to Bannockburn)
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 3-5 hours
Tour meeting point: SheBikesHeBikes Depot, Bannockburn
Suitable for: Confident cyclists comfortable on gravel and trail. Not suitable for beginners or young children.
From $105 per adult (MTB)
Lake Dunstan Magic
Bike and transport | 1 Day
Distance: 42 km
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 5 hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: Most cyclists - you need to be comfortable using gears and brakes
From: $95 NZD per adult
Lake Dunstan Cromwell
Bike and transport | 1 Day
Distance: 42 km
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 5 hours
Tour meeting point: Cromwell
Suitable for: Most cyclists - you need to be comfortable using gears and brakes
From: $110 NZD per adult
Tunnels to Station
Tunnels to Station | 1 Day
Distance: 55 km
Grade 1 (Easiest)
Duration: 6 hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: All cyclists - note this is a longish ride
From: $99 NZD per adult
Golden Progress
Golden Progress | 1 Day
Distance: 30 km
Grade 1 (Easiest)
Duration: 3-4 hours
Tour meeting point: Omakau
Suitable for: All cyclists - perfect ride for families
From: $85 NZD per adult
Poolburn Gorge Classic
Poolburn Gorge Classic | 1 Day
Distance: 30 km
Grade 1 (Easiest)
Duration: 3-4 hours
Tour meeting point: Omakau
Suitable for: All cyclists - great ride for families
From: $60 NZD per adult
Bike, transport and boat cruise | 1 Day
Distance: 20 km
Grade 1-2 (Easiest to Easy)
Duration: 5 hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: Most cyclists - you need to be comfortable using gears and brakes
From: $205 NZD per adult
Bike and Boat Cruise | 1 Day
Distance: 47 km
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 6+ hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: Most cyclists - you need to be comfortable using gears and brakes
From: $190 NZD per adult
DeVineCycle - Clyde
DeVineCycle Clyde | 1 Day
Distance: 29 km
Grade 1 (Easiest)
Duration: 6+ hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: All cyclists - note the River Track trail is narrow in some parts
From: $85 NZD per adult
Gorge Yourself
Gorge Yourself | 1 Day
Distance: 36 km (riding)
Grade 2-3 (Easy to Intermediate)
Duration: 7 hours
Tour meeting point: Clyde
Suitable for: All cyclists - note trail is narrow in some parts
From: $260 NZD per adult
Clutha Loop Ride - Clyde
Clutha Loop Ride | 1 Day
