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Our combination West Coast, Southern Alps & Kaikoura supported
tour covers a spectacular selection of diverse countryside with
the focus of giving you a real chance to explore New Zealand with
the backup of a knowledgeable local driver/guide and the security
of a support vehicle.
This bicycle tour starts from Christchurch where we drive to Moana a small town beside Lake Brunner on the West Coast. We begin cycling with a gradual warm
up over mainly flat riding on the first 2 days as you head
through the Southern Alps to the coastal towns of Greymouth and
Punakaiki, with their remarkable limestone formations, incredible
rainforests and stunning beaches.
From Punakaiki you tackle some of the moderate hills that follow
for the remainder of the trip as you cycle through stunning coastal
vistas and ancient beech forests to the small settlement of Westport.
From Westport we leave the coast and head inland through the
lovely Buller Gorge before crossing the majestic Southern Alps
via the natural thermal resorts of Maruia and Hanmer Springs.
From Hanmer Springs we head east via the stunning Kaikoura Alps
and on to the east coast township of Kaikoura with a chance to
take in the many activities of this beautiful seaside town before
completing our adventure and heading back to Christchurch.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 |
Depart Christchurch & drive to Moana before cycling to
Greymouth [40km/25miles] |
| Day 2 |
Greymouth to Punakaiki [45km/25miles] |
Day 3 |
Punakaiki to Westport [70km/43miles] |
| Day 4 |
Westport to Murchison [95km/57miles] |
| Day 5 |
Murchison to Maruia Springs [95km/57miles] |
| Day 6 |
Maruia Springs to Hanmer Springs [75km/46miles] |
Day 7 |
Rest Day Hanmer Springs |
| Day 8 |
Hanmer Springs to Mount Lyford [65km/40miles] |
Day 9 |
Mount Lyford to Kaikoura [70km/43miles] |
| Day 10 |
Kaikoura to Christchurch via support vehicle [departs
Kaikoura 1pm/arrives Christchurch 4pm]
with plenty of time to take in whale watching, swimming with the
dolphins or seals in the morning. |
Difficulty
Moderate-to demanding route with longer days, averaging 40 to 95kms
per cycling day [25-57miles/day].
Note:- there is the backup of support vehicle if you find the cycling
or weather to demanding
Cost
NZD$3650 p.p. twin/queen share 4-6cyclists [minimum 4 cyclists]
NZD$3550 p.p. twin/queen share 6 or more cyclists
Single Supplement (on request basis only) NZD$1000
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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9 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 Monday 7th December 2009 Returns Sun 16th December 2009 Departs Monday 17th February 2010 Returns Sunday 26th February 2010
Contact us 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 4pm Day Ten
To ensure availability, we recommend that you book
early to avoid disappointment. |
