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Arrowtown to Queenstown Full-Day Bike Adventure

By Around The Basin Bike Queenstown
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥8,220 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
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Overview

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality bike, and receive all the tips you need.

Follow the breathtaking Arrow River Trail, crossing a spectacular suspension bridge before joining the Twin Rivers Trail. Ride alongside the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers with sweeping views, fun undulations, and a few rewarding climbs to Queenstown.

Covering 36 km, the ride takes 3.5–4 hours. An electric bike option makes the climbs easier and lets you enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace.

Finish in the heart of Queenstown at Around The Basin’s shop (3 Searle Lane), leaving you with a real sense of achievement and memories of one of the town's most unforgettable adventures.

Shuttle departures from Queenstown:
• SUMMER (1 Sept – 30 Apr): 9:00 am
• WINTER (1 May – 31 Aug): 10:00 am

Activity location

  • Arrowtown
    • Arrowtown, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 3 Searle Lane
    • 3 Searle Lane
    • 9300, Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

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Mountain Bike Option
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

with hardtail mountain bike: Self-guided bike ride from Arrowtown to Queenstown with shuttle transport out to Arrowtown to start your ride.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:50am
Price details
￥8,220 x 1 Adult￥8,220
Total
Price is ￥8,220
Electric Bike Option
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

with electric bike: Self-guided Electric bike ride from Arrowtown to Queenstown with shuttle transport out to Arrowtown to start your ride.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:50am
Price details
￥12,547 x 1 Adult￥12,547
Total
Price is ￥12,547
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    On-call support for bike issues or navigation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    One-way shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Knowledgeable driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Trail map and local tips
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Helmet
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Mountain bike or E-bike hire
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Guided escort (self-guided experience)

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Advised to wear appropriate sports shoes
  • Advised to wear appropriate active gear, including a good jacket
  • Approximate biking time is 3-4 hours, but some riders take as much as 6 hours.
  • Bring 1 backpack per group to carry snacks

Activity itinerary

Arrowtown
  • 1h
Head out on a scenic 25 minute shuttle with us to Arrowtown. There's the opportunity to grab a coffee and explore the historic town.
Arrow River (Pass by)
The bike ride starts by following the Arrow River Trail downstream to the Morven Ferry, crossing the river via a few spectacular bridges.
Twin Rivers Trail (Pass by)
The ride then joins the Twin Rivers Trail, which follows the Kawarau and Shotover rivers to the shores of Lake Whakatipu. Expect to see amazing alpine views of The Remarkables mountain range as you climb and descend throughout this section.
Lower Shotover (Pass by)
The Twin River crosses over the historic Lower Shotover Bridge. You'll get fantastic views of both Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas.
Frankton
  • 30m
The bike trail passes a few cafés and even a brewery near the Frankton Marina. Why not stop-off for a well earned treat?
Frankton Trail (Pass by)
The last stage of your ride is a gentle, flowing trail along the lake’s edge, before the finish back in central Queenstown.
Queenstown (Pass by)
Finish your ride back at our shop in central Queenstown (3 Searle Lane) anytime before 4:30 pm.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Arrowtown
    • Arrowtown, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    3 Searle Lane
    • 3 Searle Lane
    • 9300, Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

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