New Zealand South Island Scenic Trails Bike Tour
Designed for biking enthusiasts, this adventure explores the very best of the South Island's bike trails, such as the Alps 2 Ocean, Central Otago Rail Trail, and Queenstown Cycle trail, with a few iconic hikes including the Routeburn and Milford Tracks thrown in for good measure.
- Adventure and Active
- Cycling
| Additional Offers |
ID: 9005499
|
ID: 8945008
|
ID: 8965652
|
ID: 8982066
|
ID: 8996118
|
ID: 9028370
|
ID: 9041632
|
ID: 9126878
|
ID: 9142914
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
ID: 9005499
|
ID: 8945008
|
ID: 8965652
|
ID: 8982066
|
ID: 8996118
|
ID: 9028370
|
ID: 9041632
|
ID: 9126878
|
ID: 9142914
|
New Zealand South Island Scenic Trails Bike Tour
Hiking: Milford Track
It feels like stepping into a postcard, with every turn revealing stunning views from the lush valleys to the stunning peaks and waterfalls.
Plus...: Explore Queenstown
Perched on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, is surrounded by breathtaking views everywhere you look. You'll love your time in the 'Adventure Capital of the World'!
Biking: Mavora Lakes
The remote beauty and tranquility of the Mavora Lakes is astounding. Enjoy the unique experience of biking in the peace and quiet far from the crowds.
Biking: Central Otago Rail Trail
A charming ride through historic gold-mining towns, wide-open valleys, farmland, and old railway bridges.
Biking: Hawea River track
Relish the views of the Southern Alps and beech forests as you cycle along the sparkling Hawea River.
Hiking: Routeburn Track
You’ll hike through stunning alpine meadows, cross crystal-clear waters, and take in the sweeping views of surrounding peaks and valleys.
Hiking: Franz Josef Glacier
Nestled beside temperate rainforest, Franz Josef glacier is one of the steepest and fastest moving in New Zealand.
Biking: Alps To Ocean Trail
Enjoy this iconic bike ride from New Zealand’s highest peak of Aoraki Mt Cook, to the mighty Pacific Ocean.
Plus...: Milford Sound Cruise
Seeing the epic beauty of towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and bottlenose dolphins is a realy 'pinch me' moment.
Biking: West Coast Wilderness Trail
Bike through lush rainforests, rugged coastline, and serene lakes on the wild West Coast.
Hiking: Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
New Zealand’s tallest peak of Aoraki Mt Cook stands proudly above glaciers, lakes, and surrounding trails.
Hiking: Castle Hill
Hike amidst the limestone boulders and rolling hills of Castle Hill, fascinating place to roam.
Biking: Queenstown Cycle Trail
Discover the world-class vineyards of Gibbston Valley, or cycle along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hayes to quaint Arrowtown.
- 13 nights’ accommodation
- 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 11 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and chef - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritious snacks to keep you fueled
- All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
- Specialized RollElite - excellent lightweight, cross-terrain touring bike with great flexibility
- Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!
- Your queries answered by our knowledgeable Customer Care Team - only a call, chat, or email away
- You’re “trip ready” with our Customer Care Team’s calls prior to your trip
- “My Account” - your own online space with everything required for your adventure

A love of adventure, born in New Zealand
Our passion for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.
Life-changing, rewarding experiences in breathtaking places
We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!
Expert guides, deep local connections
Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.
Adventures inspired by nature
Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.
Flexible, personalized experiences
We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.
Everything is organized for you
Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.
New Zealand South Island Scenic Trails Bike Tour
Hiking: Milford Track
It feels like stepping into a postcard, with every turn revealing stunning views from the lush valleys to the stunning peaks and waterfalls.
Plus...: Explore Queenstown
Perched on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, is surrounded by breathtaking views everywhere you look. You'll love your time in the 'Adventure Capital of the World'!
Biking: Mavora Lakes
The remote beauty and tranquility of the Mavora Lakes is astounding. Enjoy the unique experience of biking in the peace and quiet far from the crowds.
Biking: Central Otago Rail Trail
A charming ride through historic gold-mining towns, wide-open valleys, farmland, and old railway bridges.
Biking: Hawea River track
Relish the views of the Southern Alps and beech forests as you cycle along the sparkling Hawea River.
Hiking: Routeburn Track
You’ll hike through stunning alpine meadows, cross crystal-clear waters, and take in the sweeping views of surrounding peaks and valleys.
Hiking: Franz Josef Glacier
Nestled beside temperate rainforest, Franz Josef glacier is one of the steepest and fastest moving in New Zealand.
Biking: Alps To Ocean Trail
Enjoy this iconic bike ride from New Zealand’s highest peak of Aoraki Mt Cook, to the mighty Pacific Ocean.
Plus...: Milford Sound Cruise
Seeing the epic beauty of towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and bottlenose dolphins is a realy 'pinch me' moment.
Biking: West Coast Wilderness Trail
Bike through lush rainforests, rugged coastline, and serene lakes on the wild West Coast.
Hiking: Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park
New Zealand’s tallest peak of Aoraki Mt Cook stands proudly above glaciers, lakes, and surrounding trails.
Hiking: Castle Hill
Hike amidst the limestone boulders and rolling hills of Castle Hill, fascinating place to roam.
Biking: Queenstown Cycle Trail
Discover the world-class vineyards of Gibbston Valley, or cycle along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and Lake Hayes to quaint Arrowtown.
- 13 nights’ accommodation
- 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 11 dinners
- Our own highly experienced guides, driver, and chef - with you from start to finish
- Industry leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
- All activities outlined in the itinerary
- Delicious and nutritious snacks to keep you fueled
- All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
- Specialized RollElite - excellent lightweight, cross-terrain touring bike with great flexibility
- Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!
- Your queries answered by our knowledgeable Customer Care Team - only a call, chat, or email away
- You’re “trip ready” with our Customer Care Team’s calls prior to your trip
- “My Account” - your own online space with everything required for your adventure

A love of adventure, born in New Zealand
Our passion for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.
Life-changing, rewarding experiences in breathtaking places
We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!
Expert guides, deep local connections
Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.
Adventures inspired by nature
Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.
Flexible, personalized experiences
We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.
Everything is organized for you
Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.
About Active Adventures
Our spirit for adventure was born in New Zealand, our home. Inspired to share our homeland’s natural beauty, Active Adventures began 30 years ago with a simple dream — to welcome kindred spirits from around the world to explore our incredible adventure playground.
What started as a few passionate hikers guiding friends off the beaten track in New Zealand has grown to meet our guests' desire for our unique style of outdoor adventure tours around the world.
Today our fully guided, small group trips feature not only hiking but rafting, kayaking, and so much more, with unique itineraries in 19 countries across five continents, including destinations such as New Zealand, Patagonia, Peru, Galapagos Islands, Europe, the Himalayas, and Africa.
While New Zealand is still our home base, these days we have a passionate team of locals in every destination to make our guest experiences truly special.
About Active Adventures
Our spirit for adventure was born in New Zealand, our home. Inspired to share our homeland’s natural beauty, Active Adventures began 30 years ago with a simple dream — to welcome kindred spirits from around the world to explore our incredible adventure playground.
What started as a few passionate hikers guiding friends off the beaten track in New Zealand has grown to meet our guests' desire for our unique style of outdoor adventure tours around the world.
Today our fully guided, small group trips feature not only hiking but rafting, kayaking, and so much more, with unique itineraries in 19 countries across five continents, including destinations such as New Zealand, Patagonia, Peru, Galapagos Islands, Europe, the Himalayas, and Africa.
While New Zealand is still our home base, these days we have a passionate team of locals in every destination to make our guest experiences truly special.


