Coastal Classic Cycle

The standard tour is 3 days long with 3 days of cycling. There are options to extend the tour, either with an extra night in Mapua or in Kaiteriteri.

The tour will take you on a delightful meander from Nelson to Kaiteriteri (with a transfer back to Nelson at the end) along the coastal route. The tour is self-guided with detailed maps and information, centering around the attractions, landscape, fantastic food and drink on offer in the region. There's plenty on offer for all ranges and the tour operator states that this tour is very suitable for families with keen junior cyclists.

A 'Good Things' Map is included with the tour. These are waterproof, topographic-style maps. They illustrate the tour operator's exclusive recommendations for detours off the trail to visit all their favourite places. They provide tips for the best local food, wine, craft beer, art, history and landscape.  You will have detailed instructions about where to cycle each day to reach your destination and the tour operator is simply a phone call away if there are any issues in this regard.

Yes! The tour is designed to make it easy for you to stay an extra night in Mapua, Kaiteriteri or  add a National Park Day to your trip. Here are the available options:

Add on option: Extra night in Mapua
Consider staying two nights in Mapua and have extra time to enjoy this arty, foodie village. Take time to wander and visit the galleries, shops, wine bar, brewery and cafes. Or follow the locals to the estuary for a swim at high tide (or take your lead from the kids who prefer to jump off the wharf). There is plenty to fill a relaxing rest day here.

With two nights in Mapua, there is also time for an on-road day ride to the village of Upper Moutere. For those with an interest in art, wine or beer, this day in the Moutere area is a must.

Add On Option: An extra night in Kaiteriteri
Why not enjoy a relaxing stay in Kaiteriteri at the end of your trip. There is a range of accommodation in Kaiteriteri including an Eco Resort, with vegetarian restaurant, spa, massage and pool facilities.

Add On Option: Abel Tasman National Park Day
Staying the night in Kaiteriteri makes it easy to use the following day for a trip in the Abel Tasman National Park. In the morning, it’s an easy walk to the beachfront where your Park Day begins. Wilsons Abel Tasman offers a range of single day trips in the park (standard retail prices apply). For a flexible full day walking trip option, the Open Day Pass is recommended. There is also a range of full day kayak trips available. If you’d like to book a Park Day as part of your cycling trip, the tour operator will ensure your whole itinerary fits together seamlessly.

Contact us if you’d like an additional night in Mapua, Kaiteriteri or a day in Abel Tasman National Park

Yes. Due to health and safety concerns, the maximum bag weight for the luggage transfers is 15kg. The tour operator can provide secure storage for extra luggage at their base.

Yes. The tour operator has plenty of free, off-street parking for your vehicles at their base.

Yes! A family package is available. The price will be based on 2 adults and 2 children riding child bikes.

Contact us if you'd like to avail this package

For any trip that can not go ahead due to government imposed Covid 19 restrictions which prevent planned travel between your home and our location you will be eligible for a 100% credit or refund. For trips that include a Wilsons Abel Tasman component, please refer to their terms and conditions

Yes. The Great Taste trail is very suitable for children and the tour operator has a minimum age of 1-year-old for their tours. Child discounts are available.