Tour operators

Get the most out of your Around the Mountains Cycle Trail experience by engaging one of our official Tour operators. They are experienced, knowledgeable and professional. From fully inclusive tours, to just the essentials, these operators have you covered.

Adventure South NZ
Adventure South NZ

Adventure South NZ’s world-class, guided tours take you beyond the crowds to experience the best sights of New Zealand. With over 30 years experience, we offer more cycle trails, more departure dates and exclusive, behind-the-locked-gate experiences for an unforgettable New Zealand cycling holiday. Our Around the Mountains & Doubtful Sound Tour highlights include: Spend the […]

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Around the Mountains Cycle Tours
Around the Mountains Cycle Tours

Around the Mountains Cycle Tours provide the following services: Independent tours Guided tours Shuttle bus services Bag transfers E-bike/mountain bike hire Tour planning Accommodation bookings We offer 3 to 5-day tours with the option of also riding the Te Anau Lake2Lake Trail. We have shuttle buses based in Queenstown and Mossburn, we depart from your […]

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Bike Fiordland
Bike Fiordland

Explore the wilderness with Bike Fiordland, Southland’s most trusted bike tour provider. We are a small, family-owned business with a passion for bikes and the wilderness. Bike Fiordland is well experienced in getting you out on bike adventures you will never forget. Small to medium group size, all-inclusive bike tours. Whether you’re looking for e-bike […]

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Escape by Cycle
Escape by Cycle

Escape by Cycle is New Zealand’s premier cycle tour company. We run small-group, all-inclusive journeys on New Zealand’s best cycle trails, passing through some of the most amazing scenery in the country. With over 10 years of experience, we commit to delivering the best possible experience to our customers. The price includes all your meals, […]

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Tuatara Tours
Tuatara Tours

Welcome to Tuatara Tours. Founded from a deep passion for the kiwi outdoors and an intense desire to share it with others, Tuatara Tours has been organising incredible walking and cycling tours across New Zealand and the world for almost two decades. All of our tours are fully supported by our team of outdoor experts […]

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Sidetracks Women
Sidetracks Women

Women-only, fully supported e-bike tours in small groups Would you love to explore some of southern New Zealand’s most beautiful cycle trails, but feel unsure about joining a tour on your own or whether every cycling day will be manageable? Many women join Sidetracks Women on their own. You will travel in a welcoming group […]

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Welcome Rock Trails
Welcome Rock Trails

Welcome Rock Trails, located 3 km east of Garston and the Around the Mountains Trail offers hiking, biking and accommodation set on a private high-country farm. Established in 1911 this family property is 1000m above sea level, nationally protected, remote, peaceful, rugged, and romantic. On-Farm Accommodation Options: Kit’s Crib (tiny home, opening October 2023) is […]

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Around The Basin Bike Queenstown
Around The Basin Bike Queenstown

Around The Basin are specialists on the Queenstown and Kawarau Trail and offer a personalised kiwi flavour to their customer’s biking experience. Whether it is mountain bike hire, electric bike hire, or the ultimate bike tour package Around The Basin can cater to individuals, families and groups. Providing information, trail tips and a personalised service, […]

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Track and Trail Cycle Adventures
Track and Trail Cycle Adventures

Track & Trail Cycle Adventures offers fully supported cycling tours on many of New Zealand’s top trails, including the scenic and remote Around the Mountains Cycle Trail in Southland. Our Around the Mountains tours are perfect for riders who want to soak up the scenery while we manage all the details. You’ll cycle through stunning […]

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the picturesque wilderness of southern New Zealand with the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail! This unique trail takes you from the bustling energy of Queenstown to serene agricultural landscapes of Southland, showcasing a range of contrasts.

Cyclists of all levels will be thrilled with the diverse experience offered on this 186km trail, which can be tackled in either direction, starting from Kingston or Walter Peak. Take your time and enjoy the journey at a leisurely pace, it’s an easy trail to conquer!

So, what are you waiting for? It’s time!

Map

A detailed look at the trail and all of the stops along the way.

Planning

Find everything you need for your adventure along the trail.

Supplies

There are several stops along the way for supplies.

Accommodation

From camping to motel to luxury stays, find all you need here.

Camping

Prepare to pitch your tent amidst picturesque campsites.

Eat and drink

The fuel to keep you pedalling, we’ve got it covered.

Bike hire

The most important piece of equipment, hire available here.

Things to do

There is plenty to explore off the proverbial beaten track.

Tour operators

We partner with the best of the best and have everything covered.

Transport providers

Assistance with getting yourself from one point to another.