NEW! Taste of Gibbston from Queenstown (Arrowtown to Gibbston)

TASTE OF GIBBSTON from Queenstown | 1 Day 

Arrowtown River Bridges Trail & Gibbston River Trail

1 Day | Grade 2 (Easy) | 23km

Nestled at the base of Arrowtown Hill, as its affectionately known by the locals, Arrowtown is framed by vast mountain landscapes, the crisp blue of the Arrow River, and rolling countryside.  Suiting cyclists looking for a leisurely cruise along meandering scenic trails, wine buffs keen to dive into the numerous cellar doors in Gibbston, and families looking for an achievable ride for the whole family, this tour is for you!  

Your Day Adventure

After joining a shuttle transfer from Queenstown to Arrowtown, enjoy a look around the historic township of Arrowtown where there is plenty to explore – historic goldmining ruins, galleries, the Lakes District Museum, shops and cafes galore.  Then it's off to join the Arrow River Bridges Trail heading east towards Gibbston.

As the name suggests, the trail follows the Arrow River and travels over numerous bridges including the staggering Edgar Suspension Bridge, before connecting with the Gibbston River Trail at the Kawarau Bungy Bridge.  Be sure to check out how many dare devils you can spot as you cross the bridge!

From there continue heading east along the trail above the Kawarau River.  There are a number of cellar doors along the trail – for ease of navigation, our trail map indicates all the wineries along the route.  Wine afficionados will look forward to great storytelling and wine tastings along the way.

Towards the end of the afternoon, navigate to Mt Rosa Wines, where the Kiwi Journeys depot is located.  There might even be time for a cooling refreshment before continuing on your way.

This grade 2 trail is a great option for families where kids can ride along on their own bike on the gentle trail, or tag along on a tow-behind or trailer. 

Upgrade to a Premium Dual Suspension eBike

For the ultimate riding experience, we highly recommend upgrading to one of our premium full suspension eBikes. With increased comfort, powerful pedal assistance, and larger-capacity batteries, you'll enjoy a smoother ride, conquer climbs with ease, and spend more time taking in the spectacular scenery. Designed for a wide range of fitness levels, our premium eBikes provide plenty of power and range, so you can ride the entire trail with confidence and no range anxiety.

Before You Ride

After the shuttle has arrived into Arrowtown from Queenstown, our friendly team will ensure you're ready for the day ahead. You'll receive a comprehensive trail briefing, professional bike fitting, detailed trail map, and a pannier & handlebar bag for your ride. All that's left for you to do is enjoy one of New Zealand's most spectacular cycling adventures

Begin your ride from the heart of Arrowtown's historic precinct, joining the Arrow River Bridges Trail heading towards Gibbston:

• Check-in: Queenstown at 9.45am for a 10am departure from departure from 9 Duke St, Queenstown - behind Browns Ski Shop and in front of the Sofitel Queenstown
• Return: Departs Kiwi Journeys Gibbston at 5pm, for a 5.45pm return to Queenstown (routing via Arthurs Point)

This package includes

• Premium Trail Bike hire
• Shuttle – Queenstown to Arrowtown (morning) & from Gibbston to Queenstown (afternoon)
• MIPs Helmet
• Trail briefing and bike fitting in Arrowtown
• Waterproof pannier bag and handlebar bag
• Trail documentation including detailed map
• Kiwi Journeys first class customer service

Optional extras       

• Upgrade to an eBike – Hardtail (additional $70pp)
• Upgrade to a premium full suspension eBike (additional $95pp)

Grade & Distances

• Self-guided experience 
• Distance – approximately 23 kms, Arrowtown to Gibbston
• The Arrow River Bridges and Gibbston River Trails are rated as easy-level (Grade 2) cycling and walking trail
• Approximately 3–4-hours of riding on gently undulating trails featuring bridge crossings and compacted gravel terrain following the river

Availability

12 months (with the exclusion of Christmas Day)

Accidental damage insurance:

Accidents do happen, we highly recommend you take accidental damage insurance. For example if the bike fell over and damaged a wheel, stand, derailleur or eBike computer, we will cover it! (new eBike computer = $250)

·    eBike insurance: $10 per person, per day