Great Rides of New Zealand

• 1 hr from Queenstown
• 1 hr from Dunedin
• 2 mins from Alexandra

Named after the original railway line built between 1891 and 1907, the Otago Central Rail Trail is New Zealand’s original ‘Great Ride’ and one of the best cycle trails.

• 45 mins from Wellington & Christchurch
• 2 hrs from Picton
• 5 mins from Nelson & Motueka

The Great Taste Trail take in panoramic views of Tasman Bay, Waimea Estuary, and mountains in the Western Ranges. Find out more about this great cycle trail.

• 5 hrs from Christchurch
• 1 hr from Picton
• 3 hrs from Wellington

Experience the best of Marlborough Sounds on this intermediate to advanced mountain biking track.Find out more about this adventurous cycle trail.

• 30 mins from National Park
• 1 hr 45 mins from Taupo
• 5 mins from Ohakune

An action-packed cycle trail from the Central Volcanic Plateau to the ocean’s edge in Whanganui. Find out more about this great cycling trail.

• 1hr 30mins from Auckland
• 10 mins Waihi
• 5 mins from Thames

This cycle trail rides through the scenic Waikato passing through historic mining areas and the Karangahake Gorge.

• 2 hrs 30 mins from Auckland
• 1 hr 45 mins from Hamilton
• 50 mins from Taupo

Follow this cycle trail along the mighty Waikato River as it winds through changing natural landscapes and a series of handsome old hydropower dams. Find out more about Waikato River Trails.

• 45 mins from Wellington &  Christchurch
• 2 hrs from Picton
• 15 mins from Nelson

When you mix spectacular scenery with a pristine mountain cycle trail you get an unforgettable cycling experience. Find out more about the Dun Mountain Trail.

• 3 hr 30 mins from Auckland
• 20 mins from Taupō

The stunning Great Lake Trail follows the shores of beautiful Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake. Find out more about this great cycle trail.

• 1 hr 45 mins from Queenstown
• 2 hrs from Dunedin
• 30 mins from Alexandra

Experience the charm of the South Island and follow the significant Clutha Mata-Au River on this memorable cycle trail.

• 1 hr to Gisborne from Auckland
• 1 hr 10 mins from Gisborne
• 5 mins from Ōpōtiki

Rolling along Pacific Coast dunes and into the valleys and mountains beyond, these cycle trails explore a serene corner of the Bay of Plenty and Tairāwhiti Gisborne regions. Find out more.

• 20 mins from Wellington
• 25 mins from Martinborough

The Remutaka Cycle Trail is a great way to explore the landscapes and history of the Wellington region.

• 1hr from Queenstown
• 2 hr 30 mins from Dunedin
• 5 mins from Alexandra

Cycle beside the Clutha Mata-au River on this great cycle trail and pass by mining relics. Enjoy a scenic boat ride down the river and finish at the Roxburgh Dam.

• 3 hr 30 mins from Christchurch
• 1 hr from Hanmer Springs

A varied, exciting cycle trail passing through St James Station, along mountain peaks, beside crystal clear rivers and through sub-alpine forests.

• 3 hrs from Auckland
• 2 mins from Rotorua

Te Ara Ahi – Thermal by Bike, offers a 66 kilometre cycling trail adventure through a thermal wonderland of steaming vents, bubbling mud pools and spectacular geysers.

• 40 mins to Westport  from Wellington
• 5 hr 30 mins from Christchurch
• 45 mins from Westport

The most remote and challenging of New Zealand’s Great Rides, this is an epic wilderness adventure for fit, intrepid mountain bikers. Find out more about this challenging cycle trail.

• 5 mins from Arrowtown
• 5 mins from Queenstown

Survey mountainous southern scenery while pedalling between attractions including wineries on this great cycle trail. Then bungy jump bridge and historic Arrowtown.

• 45 mins from Queenstown
• 30 mins from Te Anau

On this Around the Mountains bike trail explore some of New Zealand's most remote and unique countryside. Find out more.

• 4 hrs from Auckland
• 45 mins from Whangarei
• 15 mins from Paihia

Stretching between the Bay of Islands in the east to Hokianga Harbour in the west, the Twin Coast Cycle Trail is rich in history and local hospitality.