Luxury seven day Kaikoura/Marlborough self-guided bicycle tour

This trip starts from our base in Christchurch with a gentle cycle through the vineyards of Waipara and onto your accommodation at a luxury farmstay. Here you enjoy five star treatment, with the spectacular backdrop of a 1600 acre working farm [option of additional night’s stay and 4WD farm tour].

After relaxing in Waipara it’s a moderately demanding ride to your superior farm stay at Mount Lyford. From Mount Lyford, it’s a steady descent to the Pacific Coast and the pleasant seaside town of Kaikoura.

In Kaikoura you have a rest day and a chance to take in the dramatic scenery, whale-watching or any of the many activities on offer.

From Kaikoura it’s a magnificent cycle north along the Pacific Coast to your accommodation at an historic farmstay, before heading north to Blenheim and the wine country of Marlborough to enjoy your exclusive vineyard cottage stay.

Once in Blenheim you have the option of an afternoon train journey to Christchurch or completing your tour in Blenheim. This is a unique tour taking in the spectacular scenery of the Marlborough region, while staying in luxurious accommodation.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1	We will meet you at your accommodation in Christchurch with bicycles and equipment and you then cycle to Waipara. Evening meal included.
Day 2	Waipara to Waiau. Evening meal included.
Day 3	Waiau to Kaikoura
Day 4	Sightseeing day in Kaikoura, where you can take in a whale and dolphin watching tour, or any of the many other attractions.
Day 5	Kaikoura to Kekerengu. Evening meal included.
Day 6	Kekerengu to Blenheim
Day 7	Take the train back to Christchurch or continue on our 19 day or 28 day top of the south tour to Christchurch/Queenstown.

Equipment Included

Trek mountain bike for touring (with road tyres),
Ortlieb rear pannier bags, front handlebar bag and comprehensive repair kit.
Detailed itinerary, maps and notes on points of interest that you will pass.
You can upgrade to an Avanti Vivace road bike available in combination with daily luggage transportation, contact us for further details

Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in carefully selected luxurious 5 star accommodation (Breakfast included each day and evening meals on days one, two & four).

Difficulty

Moderate difficulty route with an average 50 to 90kms per cycling day

Season

This holiday operates September to May inclusive

Map of Seven day luxury bicycle touring from Christchurch to Marlborough, New Zealand

Price

Low Season NZ$4750 per person twin share [May to October inclusive]
High Season NZ$5350 per person twin share [November to April inclusive]
Single Supplement (on request basis only) NZ$2500

Daily luggage cartage
Your gear can be waiting for you at the end of each day. This service is included in the tour price.

To ensure availability over the busy summer period, we recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment.

Waipara vineyards

Kaikoura township and ranges

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