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Queenstown E-Bike Wine Tour

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Queenstown E-Bike Wine Tour

Join our guided e-bike wine tour with transfer from Queenstown and explore the stunning Arrowtown to Gibbston Valley cycle trail.  Ride along riverside paths, cross historic suspension bridges, and enjoy breathtaking views of Central Otago’s wine country.

The e-bikes have pedal assist so you can relax and enjoy the sights without working up a sweat.  The shuttle support allows you to hop in the vehicle if you’d prefer a shorter ride.

The tour finishes with a hosted tasting at a Gibbston Valley winery, where you’ll sample wines from boutique Central Otago producers.

This unique experience blends outdoor adventure with world-class Central Otago wine.

Private E-Bike Tour

This is available as a private tour for $1,530 for up to 5 pax, any additional bikers are $255 per person.

Please contact our team to book a private tour.

Highlights

  • Ride along the Arrow River and Kawarau River on comfortable e-bikes.
  • Stop at the Kawarau Bungy Bridge – a Queenstown icon – to enjoy the views and watch the jumpers.
  • Finish your journey with a Central Otago wine tasting at a Gibbston Valley winery, featuring boutique local wines.
  • Water, light snack provided.

Itinerary

  • Pick-up from central Queenstown accommodation or town centre, then drive through the beautiful landscape to Arrowtown for your half-day tour.
  • After a bike and safety briefing, set off on the Arrowtown to Gibbston Valley cycle trail with your guide.
  • Total cycle time is 1.5–2 hours, crossing three bridges and two impressive suspension bridges along the way.
  • Pause at the Kawarau Bungy Bridge before continuing through the Kawarau Gorge into Gibbston Valley.
  • The support shuttle will meet you en route, offering assistance or the option to hop into the vehicle.
  • Arrive at a Gibbston Valley winery for a hosted Central Otago wine tasting.
  • Relax on your return shuttle back to Queenstown.

Is this tour suitable for children?
This Queenstown e-bike wine tour is recommended for riders aged 14+ years, in line with international e-bike safety standards.

How long am I cycling for?
You’ll typically cycle for 1.5–2 hours within this half-day experience. The route can be adjusted depending on the speed and confidence of the group, making it suitable for a wide range of riders.

Do I have to cycle the whole time?
No, as the support shuttle travels nearby and the guide meets you along the way. There is pedal assist on the e-bike so you don’t need to pedal the entire time. If you’d like a break, you can stop at a convenient trail exit and swap from bike to vehicle while your e-bike is loaded for you.

How fit do I need to be?
A moderate base level of fitness is helpful, but the e-bikes allow you to put in as much or as little effort as you prefer. The pace is tailored to the confidence and ability of the group.

Do I need experience riding a bicycle?
Some cycling experience is recommended, as the trail includes bridges and riverside paths. However, the track is well formed and well maintained.

What should I bring?
A bottle of water and a light snack are provided. Sunscreen and a camera are recommended.

What should I wear?
Comfortable weather appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Helmets are supplied (and required by New Zealand law).

As this is a winery tour, is it safe to sip wine and cycle?
The ride finishes at a Gibbston Valley winery. You’ll enjoy your wine tasting after the cycling is complete, while your guide packs up the bikes. Afterwards, relax and enjoy the luxury of having your designated driver safely return you to Queenstown.

How many wines will I taste?
The hosted tasting is varied depending on which boutique Winery you will visit.

Will I get very dirty?
You may get dirty if there has been recent rain as the trails may be muddy.


Disclosure of Risk - E-bike Tour

Nomad Adventures Limited (t/a Nomad Safaris) Disclosure of Risk for E-bike Tour.

We, Nomad Adventures Limited, are committed to the protection of our employees, clients & property from accidental injury or damage from work carried out by, and on behalf of, the business. We, Nomad Adventures Limited, adopt health, safety, and welfare as a fundamental business objective.

In meeting this commitment, management will comply with all legislative requirements and take all practicable steps to:

  • Provide a safe place of work, safe equipment, and proper materials.
  • Activities are reviewed by competent staff (internal technical advisors).
  • Establish and insist that safe work methods be always practiced.
  • Provide supervision and training.
  • Ensure employees and clients understand and accept their responsibility to promote a safe and healthy place of work and are part of the safety management process.
  • Comply with all Health and Safety Legislation.
  • Prevention of serious harm.
  • Continually improve.

Whilst we undertake all reasonably practicable steps to minimize, remove, or isolate risks during our tours, it still exists as it does in everyday life.

Risks you may be exposed to during your tour include, but are not limited to:

  • Motor vehicle accident including collision with other vehicles, stationary objects, or the land, rollovers, or vehicle fires.
  • Accidents involving e-bikes, including loss of control, falls, or collisions with vehicles, other cyclists, pedestrians, or stationary objects.
  • Mechanical failure of the e-bike or its components (e.g., brakes, gears, battery).
  • Risk of falling from alighting the motor vehicle.
  • Trips, slips, or falls on uneven, loose, wet, or gravel surfaces.
  • Injury due to overexertion or not being physically prepared for the activity.
  • Your own failure to follow safety instructions, both verbal and written.
  • Risk of injury from interaction with members of the public, traffic, or animals.
  • Actions of other road users or members of the public which could cause harm.
  • Risk of drowning.
  • Dehydration, sunburn, hypothermia, heat exhaustion, or other weather-related health conditions.
  • Exposure to adverse weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, and rapid temperature changes.
  • Risk of injury or death due to natural events such as Earthquakes, Landslide, Flash Flooding, Treefall, Wildfire, Lightning, Blizzards, Volcanic Eruption, Tsunami, Cyclones, and any ongoing consequences of these events.
  • Injury from falling trees, branches, rockfall, or landslides.
  • Allergic reactions to plants or insects, including wasp or bee stings.
  • Medical incidents or emergencies in a remote location with limited access to immediate care.

Disclosure of Risk E-bike v1.0 – Nov 2025


Weather Cancellation Policy

Weather cancellation policy Nomad Adventures Limited (t/a Nomad Safaris, Info & Track, Info & Snow)

As part of this commitment, we reserve the right to delay or cancel any tours or activities if weather conditions are not suitable. This decision will be made by the Operations Manager or a delegated representative. Guides and Drivers are also authorized to modify their routes, or shorten a tour if weather conditions unexpectedly change.

Reasons for this could include, but are not limited to:

  • Excessive rain causing risk of flooding
  • Extreme high winds
  • Snowfall closing roads
  • Excessive ice on roading network
  • Risk of lightning strike during tours
  • Weather-related State of Emergency declared by authorities
  • Any other extreme environmental or weather event, such as Earthquake, Landslide, Wildfire, Tsunami, Cyclone, Volcanic Eruption

Weather Cancellation Policy v1.2 – Nov 2025

“Bikes and wine- oh so fine!” This was such a great way to see other parts of Arrowtown hidden from the normal visitor, and we finished with a beautiful wine tasting! I’m not much of a biker, but these guys made it so easy for me. The electric bikes were awesome! Loved the views, loved the ride, and especially loved the wine. Cheers! -Janine, St. Louis Missouri “Very good” I enjoy the tour and the wines. The biking was good as I did not get tired. The views were good and weather. My wife and I enjoyed the tour. -Jayesh Desai, Mumbai, India. “Worthy every cent” What a truly great wine tour experience. I was a bit nervous about crossing the suspension bridges but the beautiful scenery around us made this trip totally worth it. The e bikes were very easy to ride and the guide John knew lots of interesting facts about the area. This was a great tour for us as we enjoy wine and the sights along the way were stunning. Thank you so much Nomad Safaris for this great experience.  – Gertrude Young, Glasgow, United Kingdom. “Wow what a trip, let’s go for a rip” If you want a good time while doing a laidback tour this wine tour was exactly what I was looking for in Queenstown! The guide was very friendly and really made an effort to make you feel welcome. This was an easy activity to do and the wines we tried were very tasty. -Sven Buckland, Winnipeg, Canada. "Such a cool day". E Bikes make it so cruisey and enjoyable - and our guides for the day (Jono & Sam) were the best! Highly recommend if you’re looking to get out and see some amazing scenery while having fun - and finish it off with some amazing wine! - Amiria, New Zealand

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Tour Details

Price (Valid from 1 Oct 2025)

Adult $255   Child $175

Duration

4.5 hours

Nomad Safaris – The Professional Adventurers
Nomad Safaris – The Professional Adventurers
Nomad Safaris – The Professional Adventurers

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