3-Day Remutaka Cycle Tour from Welligton
About This Tour
Ride the Remutaka Cycle Trail loop over three days, following the Hutt River Trail through the Hutt Valley, the beautiful Pakuratahi Forest, and the historic Re...
Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt · Languages: English
Know before you go: All-Inclusive Remutaka Cycle Trail 3 Day Tour; The Works! Supported and All-Inclusive 3 Day Remutaka Cycle Trail Tour; Complete the Remutaka Cycle Trail as a loop across three days of moderate adventure riding and two relaxing nights. The tour operators will organize everything so you can simply turn up and ride. You can ask for all the gear, logistical support, food, accommodation, information, and safety help. Just get to Wellington, and they will take care of the rest!; Please note that all accommodation is dependent upon availability. If these options are not available, they will discuss this with you at the time of booking.; Pricing is based on twin-share accommodation - solo cycle tourists or those wanting a room to themselves may incur a surcharge of $100 per day (this will be discussed with you at the time of booking).; Contact the company directly for the complete set of terms and conditions, as well as the cancellation and refund policy.
About Wellington
Wellington
Amidst Wellington’s curious Welsh bars and craft beer haunts, engage a local guide to reveal New Zealand’s buzzing capital city. Expect Pacific seafood, Maori steaks and more.
What's Included
- Either a Comfort Mountain Bike or an upgrade to an electric bike (eBike). The bikes feature quality components with front suspension, gel seats, and adjustable geometry for a rugged, capable, and comfortable ride.
- All extra
Not Included
- Please note that alcohol is not included, but feel free to BYO or the operators can purchase on your behalf.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Days Bay to Maymorn via the Hutt River Trail
The Hutt River Trail - 42km Starting your adventure couldn't be easier, with your choice of either a 10 am shuttle from your doorstep in Wellington or a scenic cruise across Wellington Harbour (flexible timing) to the start point in Days Bay. The operators will have your bikes ready to go and give you a quick briefing on what to expect for the day, while making sure your bikes are fitted and comfortable. Jump on your bikes and follow a meandering road around the harbour edge to the start of the Hutt River Trail. Ride this riverside trail through the Hutt Valley and on to Maymorn, where your luggage and a cold drink will be waiting for you. The operators will check in with you regarding your experience so far and the next day's plan. Then, you can settle in for the night in a relaxed country environment with a delicious meal. Accommodation for the first night will be at Arorangi Country Homestay - a beautiful bed and breakfast nestled in the heart of the Upper Hutt countryside, providing a relaxing atmosphere and comfortable beds, perfect after a day out on the trail.
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2Day 02
Maymorn to the Wairarapa on the Remutaka Rail Trail
The Remutaka Rail Trail - 45km Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, then saddle up for a ride through the beautiful Pakuratahi Forest and on to the Remutaka Rail Trail. You'll follow a historic rail line up a gentle incline, passing through tunnels (headlights provided!) and over bridges, while checking out information boards detailing the enormous task of constructing the old Fell railway system. Keep an eye out for trout in the streams and native birds in the treetops - this is a very active and healthy little ecosystem! Reach the summit - a large grassy plateau with the remnants of an old township and railyard, the perfect spot for a picnic or cold drink - then enjoy a fun (but easily controllable) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, surrounded by some of NZ's most scenic farmland. Continue your journey along a quiet country road to your accommodation at Waiorongomai Station, an iconic sheep and beef station, a stone's throw from Lake Wairarapa. Your luggage, dinner, and drinks will be waiting, and the operators will check in with you again to see how you're getting on, then leave you to enjoy the evening.
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3Day 03
Wairarapa to Days Bay along the Wild Coast
The Wild Coast - 39km (Orongorongo) or 60km (Days Bay) Wake up to the sounds of local birds and farm animals, then hit the road down to Ocean Beach and on to Orongorongo (and Days Bay if desired). This part of the trail is stunning - you can spot orca, dolphins, and seals from the course, and it is a great part of the country. Though beautiful and one of the highlights of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, the coastal track is also quite rugged and may be a challenge for some riders. Because of this, the operators provide options (at no extra charge) to get picked up from Ocean Beach, Orongorongo, or Days Bay so you can take on as much or as little of a challenge as you like. The operators usually leave this flexible and confirm the night before based on your experience so far and the weather forecast for the next day. From whichever endpoint you choose, they can shuttle you directly back to your accommodation in Wellington or to Days Bay, where you can relax by the beach with a gelato or a coffee (or something a bit stronger) before finishing your adventure with a cruise back to Wellington.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Days Bay, Lower Hutt 5013, New Zealand · Tour start: Days Bay, Lower Hutt 5013, New Zealand — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
