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New Zealand’s Wine Trail

New Zealand Bike Tour

Bike in new zealand and discover the Marlborough Region

This New Zealand bike tour is perfect for the food connoisseur or anyone who enjoys a good glass of wine! This cycle vacation allows you  to relax and celebrate a few of the sweeter things in life: biking in New Zealand through stunning scenery, tasting some of the finest wines, and enjoying beautiful, four and five star accommodations as you cycle through the Marlborough region of this incredible country.

Marlborough is one of the world's top 10 wine destinations, with the world's best Sauvignon Blancs but also delicious Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Noir. This is a rural but beautiful region with quiet roads that are ideal for relaxing cycling.

Where You’ll Stay

Accommodations in 4-5 star bed and breakfasts and hotels.

What’s Included

  • 4 nights’ accommodations in 4-5 star hotels and lodges
  • 4 x breakfasts
  • Hotel to hotel luggage transfer
  • Multi-geared bicycle with helmet and pannier
  • Route descriptions & maps

What’s Not Included

  • Transfers to and from airport
  • Lunches and Dinners
  • Travel insurance

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TourBike
TypeSelf Guided
SkillEasy
Length5 days
From$1995
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Tour Dates

  • Arrival possible mid October to early April (Spring, Summer, and Autumn in New Zealand)
  • *Recommended times: November to mid December and February to end of March.

Skill Level

This is an easy, self-guided tour with average daily distances from 12 to 15 miles (20 to 25 km).

Day-To-Day Itinerary

New Zealand’s Wine Trail Map

Day 1: Arrival Blenheim
Day 2: Blenheim to The Bell Tower, 15 mi. (25 km)
Day 3: The Bell Tower to Old St. Mary's Convent, 12 mi. (20 km)
Day 4: Old St. Mary's Convent to The Peppertree, 15 mi. (25 km)
Day 5: Departure from Blenheim, 15 mi. (25 km)

*All distances are approximate.

Day 1: Arrival in Blenheim
Sunny Blenhein, the heart of the Marlborough district, is a busy country town with interesting shops, cafes, and buildings. Nearby Pollard Park has wonderful gardens, a 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, and a fitness trail. Tonight's accommodations are in Hotel d'Urville, an elegant boutique hotel in a historic building in Blenheim's center. If you'd like to pick up your bike today, you will be greeted at the shop and fitted for your bicycle. For an excellent evening meal in a delightful setting, the d'Urville Wine Bar and Brasserie may be the perfect place. 

Day 2: Blenheim to the Bell Tower, 15 mi. (25 km)
Today is an easy day of cycling and you can take a leisurely tour of local sights en route to your destination, a boutique lodge set in stunning scenery, overlooking vineyards. Wither Hills walkway has great views of Blenheim and the Wairau Plains. Here you can see the studio of award-winning artist, Fran Maguire, known for eclectic ceramic sculptures and tableware. Villa Maria Marlborough, Matua Marlborough, and Fromm Winery are well-established vineyards that are worth a visit! Then, perhaps have a late lunch at the Tuscan-style Highfield Estate Winery. You arrive at The Bell Tower Boutique Lodge on Dog Point in the early afternoon. 

Day 3: The Bell Tower to Old St. Mary's Convent, 12 mi. (20 km)
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, get ready for a day of cycling through gorgeous vineyards and quality wine tasting. The first stop is Grove Mill with its award winning wines, extensive wine library, and gallery. Seresin Estate is another exciting and stylish winery. Framingham is a must-see, for its small batch whites, and its charismatic host. You can ejoy lunch today at Cellier le Brun, known for its underground cellars. Forrest and Hunter's are also two other great wineries of note. Tonight you will stay at the charming Old Saint Mary's Convent Estate, which has won several travel accolades. For dinner, Gibb's Vineyard Restaurant is highly recommended. 

Day 4: Old St. Mary's Convent to The Peppertree, 15 mi. (25 km)
Your route today includes at least four more vineyards of note. Allan Scott Family Winemakers offers tastings in a beautiful setting. Also, the famous winery that took New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from 'curiosity to respectability', Cloudy Bay. Then, Drylands Estate, and St. Clair. As a last stop, see Price's Traditional Country Preserves. If you choose to return your bike today, your host can drive you to your luxury, vineyard Bed and Breakfast. Alternatively, you can cycle along the scenic route to Peppertree. Enjoy dinner at one of the many nearby restaurants or let your hosts know if you would prefer a leisurely dinner at tonight's accommodations. 

Day 5: Departure from Blenheim, 15 mi. (25 km)
Enjoy a country-style breakfast in the elegant dining room and stroll around the lovely garden before your tour ends. If you dropped your bikes off yesterday, a shuttle will collect you mid-morning and transfer you to a location of your choice in central Blenheim. If you cycled to The Peppertree yesterday, you must return your bike by 4:30 pm (your luggage will have been transferred to the bike shop earlier, for your convenience). You will leave with wonderful memories of Marlborough, and perhaps a few bottles of Marlborough wines.

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