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Cycling in New ZealandOtago Central Rail Trail, South IslandCycling in New Zealand is incredibly rewardingand there is perhaps no better way to immerseyourself in the landscapes and magnificentscenery than from the saddle of a bicycle.Meandering along country roads where trafficis very light, you can absorb far more of yoursurroundings, capture that quintessentialphotograph, chat with passers-by and listen torushing rivers murmur and gurgle.With such varied terrain and stunning vistas acycle ride in New Zealand is a memorableexperience. Pedal through lush native forestdense with leafy ferns and moss and dappledwith light, the only sound the call of exotic birdsand the hum of your bike. Energised with freshmountain air, follow an undulating trail throughvalleys and across ridges revealing breathtakingviews of stunning snow-capped peaks mirroredin deep, still lakes.Our New Zealand specialists will be happy toadvise you on which route may best suit you,the best time to go and how fit you need to be.You may wish to hire a bicycle for your entirestay or simply for an afternoon; either way ourspecialists will be delighted to help you planyour adventure.Multi-day cycling toursBike hire is available all across New Zealandand you can rent a bike by the hour, day orweek. For those interested in more than a shortday trip, small guided group tours may be theperfect option. On guided cycling tourseverything is taken care of from your bike andsafety gear to your accommodation and yourluggage. Tours can last from a few days to a fewweeks and can be included as just a part of youritinerary or make up the bulk of your trip.Participants will need a reasonable degree offitness but tours are available that cater forboth novices and enthusiasts.Cycling near Queenstown, South IslandOld and new on The Timber Trail, North IslandNew Zealand’s Cycle TrailStretching across the North and South Islands,Nga Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail, isa new initiative to build a network of 2,500kilometres of cycle trails across the country.The trail links many of New Zealand’s GreatRides, some only recently completed. Thenetwork is already proving popular and offerssomething for all levels of cyclists to enjoy.34