NZ Cycle Trail & Bike Tour Specialists PureTrails New Zealand

PureTrails New Zealand have crafted a range of supported cycle tours and self guided packages on the NZ cycle trail network that showcase the breathtaking scenery that the South Island is famous for. Our extensively researched, well paced, achievable trips are designed with adventure in comfort in mind, predominantly for the 50+ age group. Join us for your next New Zealand cycle trail holiday for an adventure of a lifetime.

Select from our range of tour styles to suit all your South Island NZ cycle trail adventure needs.

Our Biking Tours offer full vehicle support and a tour guide to look after you and all the logistics along the way. No longer cycling? Our Scenic Tours take you off the beaten track to little known gems in a small group environment. Prefer to do your own thing and tough it out unsupported? Our Self Guided Cycle Packages can steer you in the right direction.

West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond

The West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond follows the wild, rough coastline, passes through beautiful fresh virgin rain-forest and dissects rolling farmland, all with amazing views of the Alps.

Duration

6 Days | 5 Nights

Cycle Distance

200km

Otago Central Rail Trail RELAXED

Cycle 150km on NZ’s iconic Otago Central Rail Trail through historic mining towns and farming communities of Central Otago at a relaxed pace, and discover more of this region.

Duration

6 Days | 5 Nights

Cycle Distance

150km

Around the Mountains Trail

The Around the Mountains Cycle Trail circumnavigates Southland's majestic Eyre Mountains, through remote open tussockland stations and along the shores of Lake Wakatipu.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

186km

Alps to Ocean Trail EASY

The Alps 2 Ocean Trail EASY tour is a relaxed, gentle paced, ride from the snow capped Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean through some of the most stunning scenery in the NZ.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

203km

Otago Rail Trail CLASSIC

The Otago Rail Trail tour passes through 'big sky' country in Central Otago's raw 'timeless land'. Explore the historic gold mining towns and meet the rural farming communities.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

150km

Central Otago Trail

The Central Otago Trail tour features a collection of amazing cycle trails alongside the rivers and lakes of stunning Central Otago including Arrowtown, Cromwell, Wanaka, Clyde & Roxburgh.

Duration

6 Days | 5 Nights

Cycle Distance

187km

Canterbury Backcountry Trail

The Canterbury Backcountry Cycle Trail is a collection of great rides featuring vast quiet wide open river valleys, snow-capped mountains and stunning crystal clear alpine lakes.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

180km

Kaikoura Trail

The Kaikoura Wine Trail is a collection of rides that showcase the stunning Kaikoura Coast as well as the vineyards of the Waipara and Marlborough wine growing areas.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

148km

Alps to Ocean Trail EPIC

The Alps to Ocean Trail EPIC tour is a challenging yet rewarding ride from the snow capped Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean through some of the best scenery in the NZ.

Duration

6 Days | 5 Nights

Cycle Distance

300km

CENTRAL: alps, tussock & schist

Take a tour through the magical raw South Island landscapes of Mackenzie Country and Central Otago.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

SOUTH: wildlife, fiords & forest

Get close to nature in the magical South Island landscapes of the Otago Peninsula, Catlins Coast and Fiordland.

Duration

6 Days | 5 Nights

Otago Central Rail Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

Cycle the vast open landscape of tussock and schist rock plains, cattle and sheep stations, and willow lined streams in fertile valleys, all surrounded by an alluring mountainous backdrop on the Otago Central Rail Trail.

Duration

5 Days | 4 Nights

Cycle Distance

161km

West Coast Wilderness Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

The West Coast Wilderness Trail is a 136km well made, purpose built, cycle trail with a few short road sections and some historic logging tram lines, featuring a beautiful mix of native bush, open farmland, serene lakes and the roaring Tasman Sea.

Duration

4 Days | 3 Nights

Cycle Distance

136km

Alps 2 Ocean Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

Cycle from the snow capped mountains past glacial lakes in a vast open tussock basin, through fertile river valleys and farmland, to the Victorian Precinct of Oamaru on the edge of the Pacific Ocean on the Alps 2 Ocean Trail.

Duration

7 Days | 6 Nights

Cycle Distance

310km

Testimonials

"I'm impressed at how far PureTrails has come since I rode the Rail Trail 11 years ago. It was superb then, now even more polished!!"

- Marilyn Burton | Auckland

"This is a trail that would have been very difficult to achieve as an individual, especially in the older age group. With the support and knowledge of back up and a ‘mother ship’ it made it possible to complete the 320km ride, enjoy the beauty and challenges this trail has. Again without the support I couldn’t have achieved my goal of riding from the Alps to Ocean."

- Gaye Watts | New Plymouth

"Our whole group had a blast – probably the most enjoyable time I’ve spent with a group of friends. A lot of our group had never done anything like a bike tour and are now hooked – for some it has changed their life perspective on the benefits of fitness and how it can improve your enjoyment of life in your 50’s and 60’s. John was an amazing guide. Regards and many thank for such a well organised trip – I didn’t want to come home."

- Peter Beames | NSW

"This was my first Multi Day tour and it left me wanting more. The trail was simply spectacular. The PureTrails organization made it a trip to remember, well done and I will definitely come back to experience more of New Zealand with PureTrails. "

- Allan Martin | VIC

PureTrails New Zealand

Select from our range of tour styles to suit all your South Island NZ cycle trail adventure needs.

West Coast Wilderness Trail & Beyond

Duration

Cycle Distance

Otago Central Rail Trail RELAXED

Duration

Cycle Distance

Around the Mountains Trail

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Cycle Distance

Alps to Ocean Trail EASY

Duration

Cycle Distance

Otago Rail Trail CLASSIC

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Cycle Distance

Central Otago Trail

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Cycle Distance

Canterbury Backcountry Trail

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Cycle Distance

Kaikoura Trail

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Cycle Distance

Alps to Ocean Trail EPIC

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Cycle Distance

What's New!

CENTRAL: alps, tussock & schist

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What's New!

SOUTH: wildlife, fiords & forest

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Otago Central Rail Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

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West Coast Wilderness Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

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Alps 2 Ocean Trail – Self Guided Cycle Package

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Cycle Distance

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Testimonials

"I'm impressed at how far PureTrails has come since I rode the Rail Trail 11 years ago. It was superb then, now even more polished!!"

"This was my first Multi Day tour and it left me wanting more. The trail was simply spectacular. The PureTrails organization made it a trip to remember, well done and I will definitely come back to experience more of New Zealand with PureTrails. "

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