New Zealand Bike Tours: The 15 Best Rides

1.The Classic: our most popular electric bike tour of Auckland’s Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · from $111Our pick

Ride Auckland’s hills and waterfront with an electric mountain bike, headset, helmet, and a local guide such as Eddie, Carson, or Matthew. In 3.5 hours, you’ll reach Mt Eden, the Auckland Domain, the Viaduct, Silo Park, Wynyard Quarter, and the Pink Path, with photos sent afterward.

“This was one of the absolute best bike tours we have ever done (and we do quite a few). Very organized but super fun. And the amount of assistance you get on the e-bike is up to you—I wanted a bit of a workout so only used the minimal aRead more”

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2.Bike the Wanaka and Hawea Trails

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 346 reviews · from $80

Start in Wanaka, ride by shuttle to Hawea, then cycle back through river trails, Albert Town, and Lake Wanaka. Choose a regular bike or e-bike, with helmet, trunk bag, lock, repair kit, pump, route briefing, and return bike collection included. James and David handle the shuttle and instructions.

“Highly recommend this experience. We were picked up promptly by James in the center of town in a new sprinter van- James drove us about 20 minutes north to Hawea, and proceeded to give us a great safety overview and demonstration of our e-bikes, which were also new and high quality (even had a "turbo" esque mode to them). We were sent on our way and I was overwhelmed the rest of the ride at the breathtaking scenery we rode through. Prairie, mountain ranges in the background, rivers along the path, cool dirt trails- it was spectacular. We even got to stop at an icecream spot on the route- what…”

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3.Self-Guided Wine Tours by Bike with Lorelle & Greg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · from $43

Lorelle, Greg, and their team set you up with a comfortable bike, helmet, wine pannier, map, and practical winery advice in Renwick. You then ride quiet roads and bike paths between nearby cellar doors, stopping for tastings, food, and scenery at your own pace. Shuttle pickup is available in Blenheim and Renwick.

“Steve & Jo were fantastic! Don’t hesitate to book this self-guided tour. My wife’s favorite tour in NZ. Thank you, Marco”

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4.Otago Central Rail Trail One Day Wonder Cycle tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · from $99

Start in Historic Clyde, get fitted with a Merida bike, then ride from Auripo through Poolburn Gorge and across Central Otago. Stop at Omakau, Ophir, or Chatto Creek, and choose a 2:30pm pickup or continue toward Clyde.

“Lots of fun riding the old rail trail. The country side can be a bit bleak in parts and in others the view across the mountains is spectacular. We had electric bikes which I would recommend , not for hills but your on holiday right ! A few nice cafe and a great pub along the way. We rode the one day from Auripo to Clyde. Great fun”

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5.CHP Bike Rentals Cromwell

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 280 reviews · from $111

Start at Cromwell Heritage Precinct with a regular mountain bike or LLEVANT e-bike, then follow Lake Dunstan toward Clyde. Rodes provides route tips and riding guidance, while helmets, panniers, pumps, repair kits, and return shuttle support help you manage the 42-kilometre trail.

“Rodes will welcome you warmly and your superb electric bikes will be ready. Rodes will give you some good tips and explanations on how to make the most of this route to Clyde. An efficient and very pleasant organization at the start and finish.”

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6.Marlborough: Full-Day Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 221 reviews · 1 day · from $41

Set off from Vines Village with a comfortable bike, helmet, lock, and a detailed wine map. You can reach up to 12 wineries within 3 kilometers, stop for tastings and lunch, and return by around 4:30 to 5:00 PM. Hotel pickup from Blenheim and Renwick is included.

“Fantastic day out. Cycling easy. Wineries varied but fun . Came home early as had had enough wine. Trip organisers very flexible. Well organised.”

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7.Arrowtown To Queenstown Biking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 212 reviews · 5 hours · from $56

Take a scheduled shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown, then ride 35 km back on marked gravel trails beside the Arrow River, Kawarau River, Shotover River, and Lake Whakatipu. You get a bike or e-bike, helmet, map, and route briefing, but no guide rides with you.

“It was a fun easy ride Bikes were in great condition”

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8.Guided Wellington Tour by Electric Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $121

Spend 3 to 4 hours riding Wellington’s waterfront, Oriental Bay, Miramar Peninsula, and Maupuia Walkway on an electric bike. Guides such as Jack, Dylan, Tara, and Kylie combine safety help with local history, Māori stories, and plenty of photo stops. Bikes, helmets, and a café treat are included.

“Wonderful day seeing area on bikes. We were picked up at terminal and taken to bike shop which helped because shop a bit off beaten path. Our guide was excellent as well. Saw alot of area and even were treated to icecream afterwards at a cool old theatre.”

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9.Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $73

Ride from Arrowtown through river trails and alpine scenery to Gibbston’s wineries and breweries. Going Blue provides bikes, helmets, maps, locks, repair kits, and shuttle service. Choose a standard Trek Marlin 6 or upgrade to an e-bike, then finish at the cellar door of your choice.

“George was an amazing driver and such a nice guy. I was so thankful he brought an extra e bike which I should have ordered in advance. Saved me. The ride through the mountains and beside the amazing blue river was spectacular. While I am not a wine drinker per se, I so enjoyed this trip and would highly recommend it!!”

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10.Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · from $43

Start with pickup from Blenheim or Renwick, then choose a standard bike, e-bike, tandem, or kids’ bike at The Vines Village. Andy, Roo, Matt, or another local staff member sets you up with route advice, safety gear, and a winery map. Spend about six and a half hours visiting cellar doors at your own pace.

“The biking company is great, pick up and drop off with Matt welcoming and reliable. Bicycles are well maintained and in good working order. Check with wineries ahead of time regarding their hours of operation and if reservations are needed or not. The bicycle company may not have the most updated information regarding this. You will be riding on the shoulder of somewhat busy roads as well as gravel paths that are mostly smooth.”

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11.Wellington Electric Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $52

Pick up a pedal-assist e-bike at Switched on Bikes near Te Papa and explore Wellington at your own speed. Staff provide a map, helmet, lock, and route advice for the waterfront, Miramar, Mt Victoria, Weta Workshop, Pencarrow Lighthouse, or the Rimutaka Rail Trail.

“Very smooth experience. I picked up my bike, they helped me adjust the helmet & adjusted the seat for me. I was given a very easy to read map, they pointed out highlights & interesting things to see. A highlight of my trip.”

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12.Lake Dunstan Cycleway Bike Rental With Return Luxury Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · from $93

Start in Cromwell with an e-bike, helmet, trunk bag, repair kit, and safety briefing. Ride the Grade 1 to 3 Lake Dunstan Cycleway at your own pace, stop at places such as Carrick Winery, then return to your car by executive shuttle.

“Loved the ride, it can be a bit hairy in places. Probably more suited to riders with a bit of experience.”

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13.Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $34Best value

Start near Rotorua’s Redwood Forest Visitor Centre, where Mountain Bike Rotorua fits you with a Giant bike and helmet, then helps you choose a route through 160 km of trails. You ride independently for about four hours, with onsite mechanical support and a café available from 9am to 5pm.

“The outfit you with bike and helmet. Remember to bring gloves and water bottle. The mountain biking here is the best I’ve ever experienced, and I only did one percent of the trails. I can’t wait to come back someday and try different trails. The 3 to 4 hour experience was a great idea and Viator was great and communicating and for a reasonable price.”

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14.Guided Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 114 reviews · 3h 30m · from $116

Spend about three hours riding 25 kilometers with a local guide from Switched on Bikes. You’ll practice first, follow the waterfront and Miramar coast, stop for tea or coffee, then climb to a lookout. Guides such as Dylan, Jack, Stephanie, and Christian are praised for local stories and safe riding.

“Great way to see the city and very knowledgeable guide.”

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15.Napier E-bike Hire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $65

Pick up a step-through e-bike at Napier City Bike Hire & Tours, across from the iSite and cruise shuttle stop. Staff fit your bike, explain the controls, and suggest routes along the coast, wetlands, orchards, vineyards, wineries, and Art Deco Napier. Hire lasts from one to eight hours.

“This is an efficient and well run enterprise. We arrived for our pre booked hire of 4 Ebikes and everything was set up and ready to go. After a comprehensive explanation of the bikes from Amber we were ready to go. Napier is a perfect place for biking with flat paths.”

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