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Arrowtown to Gibbston – Iconic Arrow River Bridges Bike Ride
About This Tour
The Arrowtown to Gibbston Ride is a great family-friendly cycling experience for those wanting a Half Day Adventure in Queenstown. This scenic undulating trail offers a fun, one-way ride with river views, swing bridges, and wide gravel paths.
What you'll do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
✓ Ride the 15 km scenic trail to Gibbston Valley
✓ Return shuttle from Gibbston Valley to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Ride through the beautiful Arrow River and Gibbston Valley
- Cross iconic swing bridges and enjoy riverside views
- Take in farmland, vineyards, and Central Otago scenery
- A relaxed adventure perfect for families and cruisers
Good to Know
- A relaxed 15 km ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for families and confident riders
- Electric Bikes are recommended for a more comfortable ride
- Allow time for scenic stops, photos, and breaks
What you'll do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
✓ Ride the 15 km scenic trail to Gibbston Valley
✓ Return shuttle from Gibbston Valley to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Ride through the beautiful Arrow River and Gibbston Valley
- Cross iconic swing bridges and enjoy riverside views
- Take in farmland, vineyards, and Central Otago scenery
- A relaxed adventure perfect for families and cruisers
Good to Know
- A relaxed 15 km ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for families and confident riders
- Electric Bikes are recommended for a more comfortable ride
- Allow time for scenic stops, photos, and breaks
What's Included
✓ Included
- Helmet
- Transport out and back
- Great advice from our team who know the trails inside out
- Detailed trail map
- Hardtail Mountain bike or E-bike (depending on your chosen option)
- Support is a phone call away for bike mechanical or navigation if needed
✗ Not Included
- Wine tasting and food
- A Guide riding with you
Itinerary
1
See the historic village of Arrowtown
2
Ride along the scenic Arrow River Bridges Trail
3
Ride over this historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge and watch the spectacle of bungy jumping
4
Finish your ride with a wine tasting or coffee at Gibbston Valley Winery
Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Advised to wear appropriate active gear
- Approximate biking time is 2 hours
- Electric bike upgrades available