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Otago Rail Trail Classic

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Bike the Otago Central Rail Trail. Step back in time to New Zealand’s rural past and join us on this cycle delight. The route follows the old Maniototo rail line from Clyde in central Otago to Middlemarch. Our Otago Rail Trail Classic cycling tour includes one of the worlds great train trips as we travel on the spectacular Taieri Gorge railway into Dunedin. 

FREE BIKE RENTAL for bookings on our 27th December departure. SAVE $150 per person!

Start with us from Christchurch or Clyde and finish either back in Christchurch or Dunedin.

The Otago Rail Trail Classic trip is not just about the cycling but rather exploring the many small towns and abandoned gold diggings and meeting local inhabitants. Along the way we will even try our hand at the ancient art of curling (bowls on ice).

Prices

2010/2011 Prices    
NZ$1,250
AU$995
    
Single Supplement (extra)     
NZ$310
AU$247

“Adventure South is a top notch organization with terrific people. The scenery on the rail trail was magnificent and the bikes were great quality.” Patty McCrary, USA, ORT Nov 2008. 

  • 5 days of fully supported cycle riding
  • start from Christchurch or Clyde (Queenstown option available, NZ$25pp)
  • no luggage to carry or accommodation worries
  • supply your own bike or rent from our quality fleet of hybrid bicycles with suspension and front bags (Cycle hire - NZ$ $130.00/AU$105.00)
  • twin share accommodation in small hotels and lodges with single supplements available
  • 3 days of cycling on the 150 kms of Rail Trail
  • relax and enjoy the 2 hour not to be missed train ride through the lower Taieri Gorge with its spectacular viaducts, bridges and tunnels
  • enjoy cycling the MacKenzie Canal enroute to Clyde
  • enjoy lunches en route in small local cafes and historic hotels
  • enjoy our final celebratory dinner and awards in Dunedin – the Scotland of the south
  • explore Oamaru and its spectacular coastline by cycle en route back to Christchurch
  • Accommodation Upgrade - a limited number of fully ensuited rooms are available at an extra cost. Depending on availability the price will range from NZ $130 to $200 per room. 
*A NZ$50/AU$40 surcharge will apply for tours during Easter, Christmas & New Year holidays where additional costs may be levied to meet statutory obligations. We will advise clients of any cost, prior to departure.

Click here
to read our detailed Frequently Asked Questions.

Click here
to read a recently written article about the Otago Rail Trail by Dale Fehringer, Freelance Writer.
Our Otago Rail Trail Explorer offers more time to enjoy each day and soak up the atmosphere of the Rail Trail without the pressure!  This tour is 6 days of fully supported cycling departing from Christchurch.  Find out more...
Family Rail Trail Departures Scheduled! If youre looking for an active family break, see our scheduled departures for a Family Rail Trail Tour.   Please note this tour runs on demand.  Keep watching for an updated 10/11 itinerary.

Specials: Many special tour options are available which we can tailor make to your requirements. These can include additional time spent exploring, alternative overnight locations in historic hotels and farmstays or just different dates or finishing points.                                                                                             

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Heritage Christchurch
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63.6899517796m 775
Ibis Christchurch
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153.813264363m 349
Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch
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The West Fitzroy Apartments
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500.418384143m 275
The Grange Boutique B&B and Motel
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537.673524462m 175
Classic Villa
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680.661663671m 489
Southwark Apartments
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706.589016045m 299
City Central Motel Apartments
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717.796887022m 235
Around The World Backpackers
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746.185890945m 76
YMCA Christchurch
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747.81351455m 110
Focus Motel And Executive Suites
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774.277417953m 240
CentrePoint on Colombo
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854.016539893m 360
Colombo in the City Motel
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873.720046927m 240
The George Hotel
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Ride Details
Otago Rail Trail Classic Bike the Otago Central Rail Trail Step back in time to New Zealand s rural past and join us on this cycle delight following the old Maniototo rail line from Clyde in central Otago to Middlemarch

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Adventure South

NEW ZEALAND
Adventure South Ltd
29 Iversen Terrace
Christchurch, 8011
Postal Address
P O Box 33 153, Barrington
Christchurch, 8024
New Zealand

NZ Free Phone 0800 00 11 66    
Phone:  +64 3 942 1222
Fax: + 64 3 942 4030
EMAIL: guide@advsouth.co.nz
Our Christchurch office operates during normal business hours 8.00 - 7.00pm.  If you call after hours please leave us a message and we will get back to you as soon as we are back in the office. 

AUSTRALIAN SALES OFFICE
Adventure South Ltd (a division of World Expeditions Pty Ltd)
Sydney: Level 5, 71 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: + 2 1300 904 454
Fax: + 61 2 8270 8401
Email: travel@adventuresouthnz.com.au
 
Melbourne: 1st Floor, 393 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Fax: + 61 3 8631 3333
Brisbane: Level 2, 129 Margaret Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000
Fax: + 61 7 3211 1226
Perth: Level 4, Gledden Building, Corner Hay & William Sts, Perth, WA 6000
Fax: + 61 8 9486 9677
 
 
FOR ENQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS: 1800 10 70 60
TRAVEL AGENTS ENQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS: 1300 904 454

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