Otago Central Rail Trail "Family" One Day Wonder

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  Tour Operator  Bike It Now!

  New Zealand

 6 hours 

  63 km

 Cycle paths/trails, Off-road

Self-Guided

This trip is perfect for the Family, whether it is part of  a 10 day stay in Central Otago or you have a spare day on on a road trip.

The Poolburn Gorge Section will be one the highlights for your “Family One Day Wonder”. The Otago Central Rail Trail as it cuts through the Raggedy Range that separates the Manukerikia and Ida Valleys. Highlights of this section of the trail include the 37m high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trails longest bridge (curved) and Central Otago stunning landscapes.

Optional ride is; to take a side trip to historic Ophir 

Leaving the Poolburn Gorge you head through the little towns of Lauder and Omakau, great cafes at both locations. Continue on cycling down Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern a great place to relax and refresh yourselves. Your “Family” One Day Wonder can finish here with us collecting you.  Choosing to ride all the way back to Clyde via the Otago Central rail Trail or the very scenic Alexandra to Clyde River Trail is a popular finishing option.

Tour Information

From

Clyde

Cost From

Self-Guided    Please Ask

Departure(s)

Daily

Inclusions

Hire of the latest bikes and attachments that will suit the requirements of your family. The adult bikes will be Trek Roscoe 7 with Hydraulic disc brakes and 27+ wheels and tyres
Helmet, NZ Manufactured Water Bottle, dual density saddle cover and a top mounted pannier bag.
Transport to Auripo
Pick up from Chatto Creek and return to Clyde
Monday -Friday we can also offer complimentary transfers from Cromwell to Clyde with collection from your accommodation at around 8.45am and return to Cromwell at 4.30pm  (4 people min) .

Options

Our kids Trek Roscoe 20’s and 24’s with cycle computers
Family Specials
   2 Adults and 2 Children NZ$400
   2 Adults and 3 Children NZ$400
   2 Adults and 4 Children NZ$400
Merida  Electric Bike for an extra $55 per person. We also have E Bikes for the shorter / younger members of your family 

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