About Us

Kia Ora and Welcome to Independent Cycle Tours New Zealand

ICTNZ has been set up by cycle tourers, for cycle tourers. We have extensive knowledge of bike touring in the South Island of New Zealand, gained through tens-of-thousands of kilometres cycling all the routes we recommend.

We have used the knowledge we have gained to put together these self-guided cycletour routes because we think they offer the best experience of the spectacular scenery and unique culture that the South Island has to offer. |Find out more about Self-guided cycle touring|

The South Island of New Zealand has an incredible diversity of landscapes to explore and this combined with New Zealand's friendly and easy-going population and low traffic volumes makes the South Island the worlds best cycling locations for all fitness levels.

One of the key difference between ICTNZ and other bike tour companies is the quality of the accommodation and friendliness of the hosts. We carefully check all accommodation to ensure the best possible experience for all our customers. We firmly believe that half your holiday experience is made by the friendly local people you meet. Another factor that separates us from the pack is that we will deliver the bike and gear to your accommodation in Christchurch (or a number of other cities around New Zealand). We come to you (including weekends and after-hours by arrangement), saving you time and hassle in an unfamiliar city. We believe that it is so important to look after the small details.

New Zealand has been voted the best country in the world for the first time ever at the Condé Nast Traveler Awards 2005. Lonely Planet has voted New Zealand one of the top tourism destinations in the world for the second year running. In addition, the Lonely Planet web site also has the following to say about cycling in New Zealand:

Our aim is to provide you with the service and equipment that give you a unique and trouble-free experience in the world's premier cycle touring destination. Due to repeated requests we have now developed a range of supported and fully guided tours. We look forward to meeting you and showing you around our country.

As experienced cyclists, these are the bikes, equipment and cycling tours we would want to do if we were visiting New Zealand. Check out our 2009-10 cycling tour prices.

Happy cycling,

Paul Kelly and Kim Whittaker

The ICTNZ Team