Highlights
- Half day Bike the Wineries tour in Queenstown
- Visit wineries in Gibbston wine region
- Choice of a standard bike or e-bike
- Perfect for those short on time!
Description
Bike the Wineries with Around the Basin in Queenstown is the perfect way to experience both stunning scenery and world-renowned wines. This unique self-guided tour takes you on a leisurely bike ride through Queenstown's wine country, with the chance to stop at some of the best wineries in the area for a tasting (or two!).
The half day Bike the Wineries tour is perfect for those who are short on time or don't want to spend the whole day on a bike. For a longer experience with more time to visit wineries, check out the Full Day Bike the Wineries tour instead.
From Queenstown, you will be transferred by bus to Arrow Junction, where your bike ride to Gibbston Valley will begin. Here, you are provided with a high-quality bike, helmet and a map of the route, which includes exclusive offers at some of the best wineries and cellar doors in Gibbston. Set off on a scenic ride along the Gibbston River Trail, taking in breathtaking views of rolling hills and vineyards along the way.
As you cycle from winery to winery, you will have the opportunity to sample some of the finest wines in the world, including the region's renowned Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc (own cost). There are also plenty of options for beer lovers on this tour, with a brewery and tavern available on route. Depending on how many venues you choose to visit, the total biking distance can vary from 6km to 17km. Explore the wineries at your leisure before getting collected from the Gibbston Tavern at the end of the day.
If you would prefer to use an e-bike this can be added on to any option for an additional cost.
Trip Includes
- Return transfers from central Queenstown
- Mountain bike
- Safety helmet
- Map of trail
- Time to visit 2 or 3 wineries
- Approx 6-17km of riding
Duration
Departures
- 12:00pm (returns to Queenstown by approx 5:10pm)
- Departs from the Around the Basin shop at Shop 4, 3 Searle Lane, central Queenstown
- Operates in summer only (Sep-Apr)
Other Information
- Child (5-14yrs) & infant (0-4yrs) rates apply
- Children must be a minimum of 140cm tall to ride the smallest e-bike option
- Infant trailers, 16" bikes and tag along half bikes available. Please specify your preference in the "additional information" field if booking an infant option
- Please note wine tastings are not included, you will need to purchase your own tastings on the day. The average cost is around $20 per winery (some tastings are free!)
- Lunch is not included so bring with you a picnic lunch or money to purchase lunch at one of the wineries
- Bring with you comfortable footwear, suitable clothing (ideally shorts, riding pants or tights), a rain jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, water bottle, camera & spending money
- If you purchase a bottle of wine along the way, Around the Basin will pick it up from the winery for you
Normal Retail Prices
- Half Day Self Guided Tour:
- Adult NZD$95.00
- Child (5-14yrs) NZD$75.00
- Infant (0-4yrs) NZD$65.00
- Optional Extras:
- E-bike (140cm tall+) NZD$50.00
All prices shown in NZD$.