Spend a few days at Franz Josef, a stunning glacier and alpine village with thermal pools
Enjoy exploring with your loved ones on this discovery tour of NZ
Discover the heritage and friendly kiwi hospitality as you travel the west
Ride through some amazing and breathtaking vistas
Enjoy biking with like-minded new friends

10 Day West Coast Cycle

Duration
9 days
Site savings
$31
From
$3,000 USD

Starting from Christchurch and driving down to the spectacular Arthur’s Pass, you'll then bike on minor roads on your way to the coast and Punakaiki and its famous BlowHoles. From here, you'll head south, pedalling through lush rainforest, past picture-perfect West Coast Glaciers and lakes. There is a rest day at Franz Josef Glacier with the opportunity for hiking or sightseeing and the tour concludes in the epic hub of Queenstown.

  • Category
    Road Cycling
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    9 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Coastal
  • Distance
    220.6 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    27.5 miles
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Accommodation includes award-winning eco-tourism hotel, and friendly luxury alpine and wilderness lodges.  

The tour price is based on two people sharing a room, if you wish to have your own room or are travelling solo then a single supplement applies.

Punakaiki Resort

Punakaiki Resort

Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on the wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes

Punakaiki Resort

Punakaiki Resort

Beachfront accommodation with spacious modern rooms situated on the wild west coast and only 300m south of the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes

Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika

Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika

Only a stone’s throw away from a stunning West Coast Beach and is close to the town’s restaurants, cafés, shops and charming craft galleries

Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika

Beachfront Hotel, Hokitika

Only a stone’s throw away from a stunning West Coast Beach and is close to the town’s restaurants, cafés, shops and charming craft galleries

Punga Grove

Punga Grove

Stylish boutique accommodation in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier Village. Nestled in a lush native rainforest 5 minutes walk to shops, cafes, bars and tour operators

Punga Grove

Punga Grove

Stylish boutique accommodation in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier Village. Nestled in a lush native rainforest 5 minutes walk to shops, cafes, bars and tour operators

Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge

Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge

Boutique luxury ecolodge sits beside the Moeraki River, surrounded by towering rainforest near the pristine Tasman sea coast

Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge

Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge

Boutique luxury ecolodge sits beside the Moeraki River, surrounded by towering rainforest near the pristine Tasman sea coast

Makarora Tourist Centre

Makarora Tourist Centre

A “back to nature” experience. Tucked in under Mt Shrimpton, with its ‘A’ frame accommodation borders the Mt Aspiring World Heritage National park

Makarora Tourist Centre

Makarora Tourist Centre

A “back to nature” experience. Tucked in under Mt Shrimpton, with its ‘A’ frame accommodation borders the Mt Aspiring World Heritage National park

Makarora Tourist Centre

Makarora Tourist Centre

A “back to nature” experience. Tucked in under Mt Shrimpton, with its ‘A’ frame accommodation borders the Mt Aspiring World Heritage National park

Lake Wanaka Lodge

Lake Wanaka Lodge

Te Wanaka Lodge is a contemporary European-style 13 room Bed & Breakfast lodge, located in the heart of Wanaka Village

Lake Wanaka Lodge

Lake Wanaka Lodge

Te Wanaka Lodge is a contemporary European-style 13 room Bed & Breakfast lodge, located in the heart of Wanaka Village

Millennium Hotel, Queenstown

Millennium Hotel, Queenstown

A year round resort near the shores of Lake Wakatipu and within walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping area

Millennium Hotel, Queenstown

Millennium Hotel, Queenstown

A year round resort near the shores of Lake Wakatipu and within walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping area