Cycle with ease on mostly sealed roads that are accompanied by picturesque pastures and fields
Spend time wandering about this 19th century gold rush town
Cycle from town to town along old highways just like the first settlers
Discover charming gold rush towns and traverse lands of the Wiradjuri people, the first nations people of this area
Grab a group and enjoy a great cycle tour in Central West NSW
Stop by to check out the artwork depicting the champion race horse Winx and her jockey, local Hugh Bowman

Central West Cycle Trail - Supported Cycle

Duration
7 days
Site savings
$15
From
$1,398 USD

Take a trip into the past on this cultural and historical loop tour on the newly established Central West Trail of NSW. Grow an appreciation for Australia's Wiradjuri people who are the largest Aboriginal group in the region. Cycle through the many interesting towns, go on picnic lunches, and explore the gorgeous landscapes of national parks and reserves at your own pace. On this supported cycle tour, the only thing you'll have to worry about is enjoying the ride.

  • Category
    Cultural & Historical
  • Type
    Self-Guided
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Flat
  • Distance
    220 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    36.7 miles
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  • Where does the tour start and finish?

    This a loop tour with a start and finish in the city of Gulgong.

    Gulgong is a four-hour drive from Sydney and 20min from Mudgee. You can also fly into Mudgee Airport or take the train and coach.

  • How long is the tour? How many cycling days?

    The tour is 8 days long with 6 cycling days.

  • What's the trip like?

    This escorted self guided trip involves 6 days of cycling, generally on bitumen or well graded dirt roads with daily ascents of 172m (564ft) to 463m (1,519ft). Some sections of the daily cycles may have traffic, including trucks. Daily activity is usually between 4 and 7 hours but some days might be longer depending on your overall pace on riding.

    You will need a reasonable level of fitness, good health and be a capable cyclist. Be prepared for potential variable weather conditions which can also add to the timing and comfort of a trip, for example riding into a head wind will take more time than when the wind is behind you.

    If you decided to bring your own bike and it is not an e-bike, the overall grading of the trip changes to moderate to challenging mainly due to the last cycle day of 78km (48mi). Please ensure that your bike is fit for purpose - road bikes are not suitable for this trip unless they have been fitted with wider tread tyres. The best bike is a hybrid or a gravel bike.

  • Will there be luggage transfers?

    Your luggage will be transferred between each hotel. Please keep your luggage to one bag per person, that weighs less than 15kg.

  • What is the food like?

    Breakfasts when provided are simple continental style - think cereal and toast. There is usually a cafe nearby to purchase a more substantial breakfast with good coffee. Picnic lunches are provided by the support driver and these are well received - fresh salad, sliced meat, wraps or bread, tea, coffee and fruit. For the evening meal, this is usually taken at your expense in the pub restaurant when staying in a pub or at a restaurant in town when staying in larger centres. The group generally eats together.

  • What happens if I have a mechanical problem with my bike?

    Fortunately this is rare. The support driver is there to assist during the days cycle and can help with minor repairs. Spare bikes are usually carried in the event that the bike is un-rideable. This is of course one of the great benefits of joining a supported cycle trip. Help is always close at hand.

  • Do I need to be a confident cyclist?

    Yes, you need to be a capable cyclist. You will cover up to 78km (48mi) in a day, across undulating terrain, and you will need to be confident cycling on roads. There is lots of cycling on the road in this trip. There are also some stages on well graded dirt roads where there may be soft sections to look out for. Excessive rain will always require more cares while cycling whatever the surface and there may be times when you will need to walk your bike for short stages if the road is difficult to navigate due to the conditions (eg. heavily rutted or muddy).

  • What's the weather like?

    This trip operates from March to December. Summers can be very hot with the occasional thunderstorm, however nighttime temperatures are still cool.

    Winters are relatively cold, with frosty mornings and sunny days, interspersed with periods of heavy rain. Rainfall is moderate and falls fairly evenly all year round, with a slight peak in summer.

  • What is a supported cycling trip?

    A supported cycling trip in Australia is ideal for those of you who love being able to explore at your own pace, while still enjoying the camaraderie of like‑minded travelers and appreciating the support from a knowledgeable driver/escort.

    On a supported cycling holiday you get to experience the freedoms of a self‑guided bike tour with the social aspects that come with a small group tour. Along for the adventure is your driver/escort, who provides daily luggage transfers, itinerary briefings, coffee breaks and picnic lunches while also offering the peace of mind that comes with break down assistance and battery charging.

    A supported bike trip is an unforgettable Australian experience.

Overall Rating:
5.0/5
(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

Very interesting and diverse landscape, natural and social. Support was very good.

(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

Have just completed a fabulous trip cycling around the Central West Cycling trail from Gulgong back to Gulgong. The accommodation, food, back up support from Shawn providing morning tea and lunch, was easy and thoroughly enjoyable. With only 1 wet day and some detours, we cycled along peaceful back roads enjoying scenic rural countryside that was vibrant, green and ever-changing. This was my second trip with the Tour Operator and I've found them professional, well organized, offering great support and interesting itineraries showcasing a great way to see different parts of Australia without any hassle.

(Review obtained from Tour Operator)

Excellent trip. Some challenges with the muddy forest roads after all the rain but no one fell off and we had a great group. Shawn was a wonderful support person and no problem was unsolvable. He told us we would gain weight despite the kilometres with the country pub meals and he was right! Thanks Shawn.