All you have to do is ride!
Mulga Bicycle Tours provide active holidays with personal service and a touch of luxury. We organise and carry everything.
You’ll be in good hands with Denise and Mark Arundel, self-proclaimed cycling fanatics with over 30 years’ cycle touring experience.
It’s all about the finer details for these two. They’ve planned every inch of every Mulga tour themselves, and they like nothing better than sharing the road – and their stories – with their fellow travellers.
With extensive business and event-management experience, Denise and Mark are well-known for their attention to detail, and their foremost regard to cyclist safety.

Cross the Cape - Cairns to Karumba
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
12 days (Bike: 8 days)
550 km (~69km per day)
Moderate
Guided
Supported
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Guided
AU$ 4935
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Tour Operator Mulga Bicycle Tours
The outback experience of a lifetime. Start near the sea and traverse rainforest, mountains and savannah as we cross Cape York, arriving in the Gulf of Carpentaria to watch the sunset over the sea.
A memorable cycling journey through an incredibly diverse range of landscapes, starting on the beautiful tropical coast, then taking in rainforest, savannah, and rivers as you cross Australia's iconic Cape York. This tour provides a once-in-a-lifetime chance to accomplish something most people only dream of, with each leg carefully planned to be achievable for the average cyclist.
Escape to the bush and experience the outback first-hand: fresh air, endless blue skies, and rainbow sunsets.
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Guided
AU$ 175
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Tour Operator Mulga Bicycle Tours
Explore the historical, political and cultural sites of Canberra on a bicycle. This tour provides an excellent orientation for all visitors to Canberra.
This guided bike tour is suitable for those spending either one or more days in our marvellous city. In the short time available for this tour, many of the places we go are only accessible by bike, so our bicycle tour provides an excellent and quick orientation for all visitors to Canberra.
Since 1988 the city's focal point has been the large Australian flag flying from the stainless steel flagpole on top of Parliament House, the seat of government in Australia. Spread out below is Lake Burley Griffin, the parklands of the Parliamentary Triangle and the homes of many of Australia’s social and cultural institutions. These striking institutions, the government buildings that surround them and the other National Institutions spread throughout the city are there with one purpose in mind - to collect, preserve and share the nation’s stories.
As we ride through the parklands using part of the Canberra Centenary Trail we pass many of these institutions including the National Museum of Australia, the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House, the National Archives of Australia, the High Court of Australia, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Portrait Gallery, The National Science and Technology Centre (Questacon), the National Library of Australia and the Australian War Memorial.
Throughout the tour we will stop to tell stories and take photos.
We stop for lunch at one of the cafes in the new Kingston Foreshore urban renewal redevelopment, which is built on the site of the old industrial area established to build and provide power to early Canberra. On our way we will pass through the Kingston Arts Precinct, home to the Canberra Glassworks and the famous Old Bus Depot Markets.
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Guided
AU$ 155
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This guided bicycle tour is a shorter version of our Capital Highlights Tour and runs from December to March to take advantage of the long summer days.
We begin with a stop at the Australian War Memorial to witness The Last Post Ceremony.Leaving the War Memorial we head down to Lake Burley Griffin, passing many of the national institutions, Parliament House, and the National Gallery's Sculpture Garden and James Turrell's Skyspace.
We stop for a bite to eat at 'Snapper on the Lake', an outdoor eatery popular with Canberra locals, and then conclude the evening with a 10-minute ride back to Regatta Point.
Whilst on tour please feel free to ask your guide about anything to do with Canberra. Whether it is about the best place to eat or the best way to spend a rainy day in Canberra, we want to share our city with you.
Capital Country Floriade
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
7 days (Bike: 6 days)
280 km (~47km per day)
UPDATED
Easy
Guided
Supported
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Celebrate spring with the wonders of Floriade and a breathtaking tour through the Capital Region.
Pedal amongst the paddocks and tip toe through the tulips with this invigorating and varied cycling holiday of Canberra and surrounding region.
Enjoy riding under wide blue skies, breathing the crisp, clean, spring air on this peaceful journey through the quiet country roads, historic villages and sweeping plains between Goulburn and Canberra.
Experience the historical, cultural and natural delights of Canberra, recently named by Lonely Planet as one of the top places to visit in 2018, and take in the cheerful ambience of Floriade; the largest floral festival in the southern hemisphere.
It’s one good thing after another in Canberra, as it is with Mulga Bicycle Tours. Good food and wine, comfy beds, small groups, expert support and a commitment to safety ensure an Australian cycling holiday like no other.
Transfer options: If you’re coming from Sydney, why not catch the train and meet us in Goulburn? We can also provide car transfers to and from Canberra. Simply book a transfer with us on the tour booking form.
Sarah Maddock Sydney to Melbourne Commemorative Cycling Tour
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
18 days (Bike: 14 days)
1111 km (~79km per day)
Moderate
Guided
Supported
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AU$ 5540
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Tour Operator Mulga Bicycle Tours
Honouring the first woman to ride from Sydney to Melbourne on a bicycle
Join us and celebrate the achievements of Sarah Maddock the first woman to cycle from Sydney to Melbourne. Our 16-day spring cycling tour is a modern day version of Sarah’s route taking in some new towns and the High Country, Murray to Mountains and Great Victorian rail trails.
Each August and September we cycle from Sydney to Melbourne and celebrate the achievements of Sarah Maddock, a trailblazer in Australian cycling and who in 1894 became the first woman to cycle from Sydney to Melbourne.
Carnarvon Gorge & The Great Inland Way
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
12 days (Bike: 7 days)
590 km (~84km per day)
Easy/Moderate
Guided
Supported
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AU$ 4815
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Tour Operator Mulga Bicycle Tours
Cycling across the roof of Queensland
A bicycle tour from St George to Emerald through the many changing landscapes of Queensland's Great Inland Way. Includes two full days exploring the magnificent Carnarvon Gorge National Park.
Soak up the natural and cultural diversity of inland Queensland on this exclusive bicycle tour along the Great Inland Way.
On this fascinating journey you’ll cycle through some of Australia’s most spectacular landscapes, past sandstone cliffs, through ancient cycad forests and alongside rolling grasslands.
You’ll also spend two full days exploring Carnarvon Gorge, a cool lush oasis in the outback complete with one of Australia’s finest examples of Aboriginal stencil rock art, breathtaking vistas, and plenty of wildlife.
From Murray Darling Basin country, across the Great Dividing Range and into the Fitzroy Basin, you’ll be amazed at the variety of landscapes and the intriguing stories they have to tell.
You’ll be struck by the Mulga difference. All of our bike tours are achievable by the average cyclist with a focus on the journey, not on the clock.
Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Autumn Colours
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
7 days (Bike: 5 days)
277 km (~55km per day)
Easy/Moderate
Guided
Supported
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AU$ 2265
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Tour Operator Mulga Bicycle Tours
Enjoy the autumn colours of Victoria's High Country on this six-day bicycle tour along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Learn about the region's history and explore the alpine townships of Beechworth, Bright, Milawa and Whitfield.
Australia’s North East Victoria is known for its incredible natural beauty, fantastic produce and rich history, and what better way to immerse yourself in this increasingly popular region than with our easy-does-it autumn cycling tour.
With small groups, expert support and an unwavering commitment to safety - the Mulga difference - you’ll see Victoria’s high country in a whole new way.
Each of the four seasons provides its own distinctive mix of visual delights but it is in autumn that North East Victoria especially shines. Journey with us on this autumn tour and pedal beneath grand old trees heavy with striking leaves of red and gold.
On this tour we’ll ride the Murray to the Mountains Rail Trail with beautiful views of Mt Buffalo. Later we’ll join quiet country back roads to explore the Milawa gourmet region and the King Valley.
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AU$ 210
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One of the most accessible places in Australia to see Australian wildlife.
Nestled in the Tidbinbilla Valley on the edge of Namadgi National Park in Canberra’s south-east, Tidbinbilla is home to a multitude of native animals including kangaroos, wallabies, emus, echidnas, koalas and platypus. The Reserve also plays a vital role in the conservation of endangered indigenous species like the Northern Corroboree Frog, the Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby and the Eastern Bettong.
On this bicycle tour we cycle through the Reserve along its 35kph 16 kilometre loop road, stopping along the way to soak in the views and observe the animals and birds that may cross our path or draw our attention.
We will also take a leisurely stroll through the Sanctuary and Eucalypt Forest enclosures, where there’s a chance of a close encounter with brolgas, pelicans and magpie geese, and we may even see a platypus or koala and, if good fortune is on our side, perhaps a Lyrebird.
A picnic lunch and snacks are included.
There are some short climbs on this tour so guests will require some bike fitness, with some finding it necessary to use the lowest gear on our bikes.
A Bike Ride into the King Valley
Tour Operator: Mulga Bicycle Tours
Australia
7 days (Bike: 4 days)
270 km (~68km per day)
Easy/Moderate
Supported
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Food, Wine, History & Rail Trails
Immerse yourself in the Ovens and King valleys of North East Victoria on this 6-day bicycle tour. Enjoy gastronomic delights, explore alpine townships, ride the famous "Prosecco Road" and take in some fascinating history along the way.
North East Victoria is known for its incredible natural beauty, fantastic produce and rich history, and what better way to immerse yourself in this increasingly popular region than with our easy-does-it cycling tour.
With a bit of luxury, small groups, expert support and an unwavering commitment to safety - the Mulga difference - you’ll see Victoria’s high country in a whole new way.
When you mix in the region's vibrant food and wine culture, fascinating attractions and laid-back atmosphere, you’ll find our High Country Victoria cycling tour is the perfect balance of gourmet indulgence and the great outdoors.
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Private Guided Bicycle Tours
Looking for a guided bicycle tour of Canberra and surrounding New South Wales that is personalised and tailored to fit your schedule, ability, interests, and budget?
A sample tour:
Cover Kingston, Duntroon, Mt Pleasant, Majura Parkway, Gungahlin, Lake Ginninderra, Australian Institute of Sport, North Canberra, ANU, Arboretum and back to Kingston beside the lake. 60km. 7hrs.
Our private guided tours vary in cost depending upon the duration, inclusions, and group size. The more friends and family, the cheaper the tour price. To book your private guided bicycle tour contact us with 48 hours notice by telephone or SMS or through our Contact Us form and we’ll put something together for you.
Your tour options are not restricted to urban Canberra with some very nice rural rides also available to you.
Places we have previously taken guests:
All Canberra historical, political and national attractions
Canberra lakes – Lake Burley Griffin, Ginninderra and Yerrabi Pond
Canberra lookouts
Outside Canberra but within the Australian Capital Territory
Wineries and Breweries
Mt Stromlo Observatory
Cotter Dam
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Lanyon Homestead
Tharwa
Mulligans Flat
Surrounding New South Wales
The Baker at Sutton
Gundaroo Colonial Inn
Cork Street Cafe at Gundaroo
Poachers Pantry
Lake George
Gunning
Crookwell
Goulburn
Tarago
Bungendore