Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Gibbston's Vineyards
Overview
The ¾ Day Bike the Wineries ride is a relaxed and scenic way to experience Queenstown’s famous wine region without committing to a full day. With a later start and a one-way ride through the “Valley of the Vines,” this self-guided adventure gives you the perfect balance of cycling, wine tasting, and stunning landscapes
What You'll Do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrow Junction
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Finish with a return shuttle from your final winery to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Ride through the stunning Gibbston Valley wine region
- Cross iconic suspension bridges and follow scenic riverside trails
- Enjoy the perfect mix of cycling, wine tasting, and Central Otago views
Good to Know
- A relaxed ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for couples, groups, and casual riders
- Winery tastings and food are not included
- Electric Bikes are highly recommended for the most enjoyable experience
What's Included
- Transport to start and from finish
- Use of bicycle and helmet
- Custom trail and winery map
- Support for any mechanical or navigation issues is a phone call away
- Food and drinks
- Wine tastings
- A guide riding with you
Meeting Location
3 Searle Lane
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Arrow Junction
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kawarau Suspension Bridge
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gibbston (pass by)
Gibbston Valley Winery
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kinross Winery & Cellar Door
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mt Rosa Wines
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Church Cellar Door and Cafe
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years - recommended to bring ID
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-19208P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transport to start and from finish.
- Use of bicycle and helmet.
- Custom trail and winery map.
- Support for any mechanical or navigation issues is a phone call away.
- Food and drinks.
- Wine tastings.
- A guide riding with you.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) - Ride Through Gibbston's Vineyards is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bike The Wineries (3/4 Day) – Ride Through Gibbston’s Vineyards will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport to start and from finish
- Use of bicycle and helmet
- Custom trail and winery map
- Support for any mechanical or navigation issues is a phone call away
- Food and drinks
- Wine tastings
- A guide riding with you
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years - recommended to bring ID
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
