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Ten day West Coast & rainforests self-guided cycling tour

This extension of our popular nine day West Coast cycling tour starts from Christchurch with a spectacular train journey across the Southern Alps to Moana on the banks of Lake Brunner, before a gentle cycle to the West Coast and the town of Greymouth.

From Greymouth you cycle north along the rugged West Coast, taking in the spectacular Rainforest, Punakaiki rocks and limestone cliffs along the route.

Then it’s a gentle ride along the spectacular Buller river and through to the historic goldfields of Reefton. From Reefton it’s a climb through the Southern Alps before relaxing in the thermal springs of Maruia and Hanmer Springs.

After a rest and sightseeing day in Hanmer, it’s on to Kaikoura with its abundant sea life and the popular whale watching. Then it’s a Train ride along the beautiful Pacific Ocean coast, passing the seal colonies that dot this spectacular coastline, as you head back to Christchurch to complete your tour.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1 We will meet you at your accommodation in Christchurch with bicycles and equipment and you then take the TranzAlpine train ride to Moana and the cycle to Greymouth
Day 2 Greymouth to Punakaiki
Day 3 Punakaiki to Westport
Day 4 Westport to Reefton
Day 5 Reefton to Maruia Springs
Day 6 Maruia Springs to Hanmer Springs
Day 7 Rest day in Hanmer Springs
Day 8
 Hanmer Springs to Mount Lyford
Day 9 Mount Lyford to Kaikoura
Day 10 Sight seeing day in Kaikoura, where you can take in the whale and dolphin watching before returning to Christchurch by train


Equipment Included

  • Trek Mountain Bike for touring (with road tyres) brought to your accommodation and personally fitted or Mongoose Randonneur specialist touring bicycle [700c wheels & drop bars]
  • 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

Nine nights accommodation in twin rooms with bathroom ensuite (where available), in carefully selected B&B's, home stays and small friendly motels (breakfast included).

Difficulty

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

Season

This cycling tour operates September to May inclusive

Map of Ten day West Coast and rainforests self-guided new zealand cycletourPrice

Low Season (September, October, November, March, April, May) $2125 p.p. twin share
High Season (December, January & February) $2175 p.p. twin share
Single supplement (on request basis only) $595

Daily luggage cartage
Your gear can be waiting for you at the end of each day. This service costs an additional NZ$1450 per person (minimum of 2 people) although a discount is available for 3 or more people.

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

Pancake rocks at Punakaiki

cycling vacation on the West Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Kaikoura township with Ranges in background


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