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Otago Rail Trail Winter Tour

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Cyclists on Rail Trail near Oturehua, Central Otago.  Photo by Colin Monteath/Hedgehoghouse.com

Bike the Otago Central Rail Trail in Winter and enjoy the spectacular scenery along the Old Maniototo rail line from Clyde in Central Otago to Middlemarch.  Start with us from Queenstown or Clyde and finish back in Queenstown.  The Otago Central Rail Trail 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).  The Winter Rail Trail is run on demand, please contact us to discuss your next winter break!

Click here to read a recently written article about the Otago Rail Trail by Dale Fehringer, Freelance Writer.
 
  “As one of the participants of last weeks Otago Rail Trail trip I just wanted to say a great big thanks for the wonderful experience with an amazing tour guide - Louise! We experienced the four seasons in one week which enhanced the tour - especially for the Australians from Townsville - who had never seen snow before! The communication prior to, and during the tour was prompt and very professional. I look forward to booking another "adventure" with your company next year.” Judy Burk, Otago Rail Trail November 2008
  • start from Queenstown or Clyde
     
  • 4 days of fully supported cycle riding on 150km of Rail Trail
     
  • no luggage to carry or accommodaton worrries
     
  • Soak up the stunning views of the snow capped mountains
     
  • take optional trips to the historic gold mining village of St Bathans and visit the Blue Lake
     
  • tour a high country family run farm in Wedderburn followed by devonshire teas
     
  • Visit the art deco town of Ranfurly
     
  • experience an entertaining game of indoor curling in Naseby
     
  • cycle through the spectacular Taieri Gorge and visit the famous Hyde train disaster of 1943
     
  • twin share accommodation in small hotels and lodges with single supplements available
     
  • Enjoy plenty of hot meals and roaring fires along the way
     
  • Price includes bike rental (from our quality fleet of hybrid bikes with suspension and front bags)
“The whole trip past all expectations from guides, fellow group members and the scenery was just fabulous. A brilliant trip!" Marcella Oldroyd Australia Otago Rail Trail April, 2009
 
Our new Rail Trail Gold offers an easy cycling adventure over 7 days with high class accommodation and optional activiites including wine tasting and curling. Find out more...
 
Family Rail Trail Departures Scheduled! If youre looking for an active family break, see the scheduled itinerary that runs on demand in the 10/11 season.  This itinerary can be tailored to meet your needs, please contact us for further information.
 
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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Nearby Accommodation
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From Start
Full Rate
(NZD)
Wed
7 Jan
Thu
8 Jan
Fri
9 Jan
The Glebe Apartments
SELF_PLUS_4.5
103m 2500
The Lab Queenstown
SELF_PLUS_3
123m 170
St James Apartments Queenstown
SELF_PLUS_4
157m 1000
The Spire Queenstown
QUALMARK_5
163m 1250
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
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207m 130
Amber Lodge Motel
SELF_PLUS_3
210m 350
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
QUALMARK_3.5
217m 253
Scenic Suites Queenstown
QUALMARK_4
217m 713
Historic Stone House - Boutique Apartments
SELF_PLUS_4
224m 495
Comfort Inn Melbourne Lodge
QUALMARK_3.5
248m 370
Apres Ski Apartments
SELF_PLUS_4.5
255m 595
Caples Court Apartments
SELF_PLUS_3.5
255m 280
Eichardt's Private Hotel
QUALMARK_5
259m 1892
Queenstown House Boutique Bed & Breakfast Hotel
SELF_PLUS_4
266m 425
Blue Peaks Lodge
QUALMARK_4
271m 225
Ride Details
Otago Rail Trail Winter Tour Start from Queenstown or Clyde amp finish back in Queenstown This trip is not just about the cycling but rather exploring the many small towns and abandoned golddiggings and meeting local inhabita
  • Submitted By: treadly
  • Start: marker , , Queenstown, South Island New Zealand
  • When:
  • Style: Road
  • Suits: road, hyrbrid, mountain bike
  • Distance: 31km - 0km per day
  • Level: Easy. Medium. Hard.
  • Registration Closes:

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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
 
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Fax: + 61 3 8631 3333
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