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NEW: Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Offered by Going Blue Queenstown

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$110.00 per person

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5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Self-guided Queenstown ride with shuttle to Arrowtown, then a 16 km Wharehuanui Trail cycle through the Whakatipu Basin, with optional brewery stops.

Tour Overview

This self guided ride combines a shuttle from Queenstown with a 16 km bike journey through the Whakatipu Basin, giving you time to explore at your own pace. Pickup is available from the Pig and Whistle or your accommodation, with premium bikes, helmets, maps, and text support included to help the day run smoothly.

By 10:30 AM you’ll arrive in Arrowtown, where there’s time to look around after a short briefing. The ride begins at 11:45 AM, following the 16 km Countryside Trail, also described as the Wharehuanui Trail, with wide alpine views across the basin as you pedal independently.

Before setting off, there is a beer stop at the Hole in One Bar and cafe, located at a 36 hole golf course. Around 1:15 PM, the route brings you to Gantley’s Tavern for a break and the option of a drink or something to eat. If you want to keep going, you can continue on to Canyon Brewery, arriving at 2:15 PM, before pickup at 3:10 PM.

The tour description also includes brewery stops at Slowcuts, The Cargo Collective, and Searchlight Brewery. Overall, this is a flexible Queenstown day out that pairs cycling, shuttle transfers, and brewery visits without the structure of a guided group ride.

What's Included

  • Café and Brewery Stops: Ride at your own pace, stopping at local cafes, bars, and breweries
  • Premium Equipment: Top-quality bikes, helmets, maps, locks, and a repair kit.
  • Self-Guided Flexibility: Explore at your own pace from Arrowtown, enjoy stunning views.
  • Expert Local Knowledge: Receive insider tips and route recommendations to enhance your ride.

Not Included:

  • Alcoholic Beverages

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Arrowtown

    By 10:30 AM, you'll arrive in the historic town of Arrowtown. After a quick briefing between 10:30 and 10:45 AM, you're free to explore.

    1 hour

  2. 2

    Millbrook Resort Golf Course

    Pre-Ride Beer Stop: Kick off your adventure with a beer at the beautiful 36 hole golf course, at the Hole in One Bar/cafe. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere and fuel up for your ride.

    45 minutes

  3. 3

    Wharehuanui

    Self-Guided Bike Ride: At 11:45 AM, set off on a scenic 1.5 to 2-hour ride along the 16 km Countryside Trail. Take in the breathtaking views of the Whakatipu Basin as you ride at your own pace. Maps, helmets, and support via text will be provided to ensure a smooth experience.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  4. 4

    Gantley's Tavern

    Around 1:15 PM, you’ll arrive at Gantley’s Tavern, a perfect spot to rest and enjoy a refreshing drink or a bite.

    45 minutes

  5. 5

    Canyon Brewing

    For those looking to extend their adventure, continue to Canyon Brewery, arriving at 2:15 PM. Here, you can relax and take in the alpine views while enjoying a final drink. Pick up at 3.10pm

    45 minutes

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

Meet at the bus stop at 43 Camp Street, right outside Marmolada Café – just down from Red Rock and next to the AJ Hackett Bungy / Shotover Jet check-in on the corner of Camp Street and Shotover Street, directly opposite BroBike. Book direct for door-to-door. Pick up times are 10am sharp for the 10am session and 12pm sharp for the 12pm session.

Or Meet At Meeting point

43 Camp Street

43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

We will meet you outside the Pig and Whistle Pub located at 41 Ballarat Street. Pick up times are 10am sharp for the 10am session and 12pm sharp for the 12pm session.

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.