For those with limited time schedules we offer a shortened version of our popular West Coast and Southern Alps supported tour. This tour covers a spectacular selection of diverse countryside with the focus on giving you a real chance to explore New Zealand with the backup of your knowledgeable local driver/guide and the support vehicle.
This bicycle tour starts from Christchurch where we drive to Greymouth for a gradual warm up over mainly flat riding as you head through to the coastal town of Punakaiki, with remarkable limestone formations and wild beaches.
From Punakaiki you tackle some of the moderate hills that follow for the remainder of the trip as you cycle through ancient coastal forests to the small settlement of Westport.
From Westport we leave the coast and head inland along the mighty Buller River before crossing the majestic Southern Alps via the natural thermal springs at Maruia Springs and Hanmer Springs. From Hanmer Springs, we head back to Christchurch to complete our adventure or continue on our 10-day [two options] or 13-day supported tours.
Day 1
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Meet and collect bicycle in Christchurch & drive
to Greymouth before cycling to Punakaiki [40km/25miles] |
| Day 2 |
Punakaiki to Westport [70km/43miles] |
Day 3
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Westport to Maruia Springs [95km/57miles] |
| Day 4 |
Maruia Springs to Hanmer Springs [75km/46miles] |
Day 5
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Hanmer Springs to Christchurch via support vehicle
[arrives 2pm] or extend your tour to 10,11 or 14 days |
Difficulty
Moderate-to demanding route with longer days, averaging 40 to 75kms
per cycling day [25-46 miles/day].
Note:- there is the backup of support vehicle if you find the cycling
or weather to demanding
Cost
$2100 NZD p.p. twin/queen share 4-6cyclists [minimum 4 cyclists]
$2000 NZD p.p. twin/queen share 6 or more cyclists
Single Supplement (on request basis only) $600 NZD
Included:
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Support vehicle and local driver/guide
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Transfers
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Breakfast each day (excluding breakfast on day 1)
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4 night’s accommodation in quality accommodation [based on
twin /queen share rooms with bathroom ensuite (where available)].
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daily tour itinerary and maps
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cell phone for emergency use
Not Included:
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Lunch and evening meals, though we are happy to offer our suggestion of local favorites each night and can assist with booking as required
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Drinks (apart from water)
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Bicycle hire - [see www.cyclehire.co.nz/cycle_hire.htm for options]
Note: 10% discount on bike hire with tour booking
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Accommodation prior to tour commencement or after tour completion
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Snacks
Dates
Departs Tuesday 8 December 2009/Returns Saturday 12 December 2009
Departs Tuesday 12 January 2010/Returns Saturday 16 January 2010
Departs Tuesday 19 January 2010/Returns Saturday 23 January 2010
Departs Tuesday 16 February 2010/Returns Saturday 20 February 2010
Departs Tuesday 9 March 2010/Returns Sunday 13 March 2010
Contact us now for other dates or custom group
tours.
Group size 4-11cyclists
Details are subject to change without notice.
Start: Christchurch 9am, Day One
Finish: Christchurch 2pm Day Five
To ensure availability, we recommend that you book
early to avoid disappointment.
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