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Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

Offered by Bike It Now!

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$160.00 per person

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6 hours (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: German, English, French, Dutch

Cycle from Auripo to Chatto Creek on the Otago Central Rail Trail via Poolburn Gorge, with bike fitting in Clyde and options to continue to Alexandra.

Tour Overview

Start your day at 9am in Historic Clyde, where you’ll be fitted with a Merida hire bike and given helpful information about points of interest along the route. From there, a transfer takes you to Auripo for the start of your ride on one of the most notable sections of the Otago Central Rail Trail.

From Auripo, the trail soon reaches Poolburn Gorge, a standout part of the ride as it cuts through the Raggedy Range between the Manuherikia and Ida Valleys. This section includes the 37 metre high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trail’s longest bridge, and wide Central Otago landscapes. It is a ride with plenty of variety, but it remains accessible for travellers who are short on time and do not need a high level of fitness.

After 17 kilometres, Muddy Creek Cafe in Omakau is a natural place to pause for coffee and one of its cinnamon scrolls. From here, you can choose to take a side trip to historic Ophir, or continue over Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern. You’ll be collected from Chatto Creek at 2.30pm, or you can keep riding on to Alexandra and Clyde, either via the Rail Trail or the River Trail.

What's Included

  • Bike It Now! Drink Bottle
  • Full commentary by a very knowledgeable driver to the drop off point
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Use of bicycle
  • Top mounted Pannier bag
  • Cycle Helmet

Not Included:

  • Lunch

What To Expect

Your trip will start at 9am at our shop in Historic Clyde. You will be fitted out for your Merida hire Bikes and be given information on points of interest along the way, then transferred to Auripo for your days ride by our very knowledgeable driver. From Auripo, you cycle a short distance to the Poolburn Gorge this is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the Otago Central Rail Trail as it cuts through the Raggedy Range that separates the Manuherikia and Ida Valleys. Highlights of this section include the 37m high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trails longest bridge and Central Otago stunning landscapes. After 17kms Muddy Creek Cafe in Omakau is the perfect stop for coffee and great cinnamon scrolls. You can then take the option of a side trip to historic Ophir, before cycling down Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern. Relax and refresh yourself at the Tavern and we collect you from here at 2.30pm, or you can carry on to Clyde. Cycling distances; Auripo to Omakau 17kms, Omakau to Chatto Creek 12kms, Chatto Creek to Alexandra 18kms, Alexandra to Clyde (via Rail Trail 8kms, via the River Trail 12kms).

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Bike It Now!

25 Holloway Street, Clyde 9391, New Zealand

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Come to our shop at 25 Holloway Street Clyde at 9am

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

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