Arrowtown bike and wine tour from Queenstown: Valley of the Vines

Ride the rivers and vineyards between Arrowtown and Gibbston, then decide which winery to finish at

A guided bike and wine tour from Queenstown takes you by shuttle to Arrowtown, then cycles you through the Valley of the Vines on a Trek e-bike or pedal bike with a local guide who shares the gold-rush history and handles the route. You ride wide gravel trails along rivers and bridges for about an hour, stop at cellar doors like Gibbston Valley, Rockburn, Kinross and Mount Rosa for tastings you arrange at each stop, and text your guide at 3pm to choose which winery to finish at before the 4pm pickup back to Queenstown. The 7-hour day includes the bike, helmet, map and shuttle. Wine tastings and food are separate.

The experience

The day starts with a 20-minute shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown, where your guide meets you with the bike and a safety briefing. You'll ride a 2024 Trek Marlin 6 pedal bike as standard, or upgrade to a premium e-bike. The e-bike is recommended for most riders and fits anyone over 150cm. The route follows rivers, bridges and alpine scenery toward the Gibbston wine region on wide gravel trails with minimal hills and easy navigation, so the riding itself is straightforward even if you haven't cycled in years.

The wine stops are yours to choose. You'll pass cellar doors like Gibbston Valley (which runs a wine cave tour with three tastings), Rockburn, Kinross (where platters are available), and Mount Rosa (wine by the fire). Tastings and food cost extra at each stop, roughly NZD $20–$25 per tasting, and the guide recommends booking ahead in peak season so you're not turned away. At 3pm you text your guide with your final stop, and the group finishes there instead of riding to a set endpoint. The 4pm shuttle picks you up from the winery and returns you to Queenstown by 5pm.

The bikes and gear are included: helmet, map, locks and a repair kit come with the bike. Door-to-door pickup from your Queenstown accommodation is available only for direct bookings, so confirm that option when you reserve. Service animals are welcome on the tour.

What’s included

• Premium Trek bike (pedal or e-bike upgrade).
• helmet, map, locks and repair kit.
• 20-minute shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown and return shuttle from the wineries to Queenstown by 5pm.
• local guide with gold-rush history and safety briefing.

Options for this experience

2 options

Hardtail Pedal bike10:00Cruiser hardtail bike, lasting 5 hours

Premium E-Bike10:00Premium e-bike, 5 hours; wine tasting costs extra

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to9h before

AgesAdult (12 to 97 years) · Infant (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Going Blue Queenstown

Is this one for you?Choose the e-bike upgrade if you haven't cycled regularly or want to cover more ground without fatigue on the gravel trails. The standard pedal bike works well for confident cyclists who enjoy a steady pace. Text your guide at 3pm to pick your final winery instead of riding to a set stop, so the day shapes itself around where you want to spend the afternoon.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the actual bike riding on this Arrowtown wine tour?

The ride itself is about one hour, covering wide gravel trails with minimal hills along rivers and bridges toward the Gibbston wine region. The full day is 7 hours from Queenstown pickup to return, which includes the shuttle, guide orientation, wine stops and the ride.

What's the difference between the e-bike and the pedal bike on this tour?

The standard bike is a 2024 Trek Marlin 6 pedal bike. A premium e-bike is available as an upgrade and is recommended for most riders. Both fit anyone over 150cm. The e-bike makes the ride easier on the gravel trails, especially if you're not a regular cyclist.

Do I choose which wineries to stop at, or does the guide decide?

You choose. The route passes Gibbston Valley, Rockburn, Kinross and Mount Rosa, and you can stop at any of them. At 3pm you text your guide with your final winery, so the group finishes there instead of following a fixed itinerary.

Are wine tastings and food included in the tour price?

Wine tastings and food are not included and cost extra at each cellar door: roughly NZD $20–$25 per tasting. Food platters are available at some stops like Kinross. Booking ahead is recommended in peak season.

What's included in the bike tour from Queenstown?

The tour includes the Trek bike (pedal or e-bike upgrade), helmet, map, locks and repair kit; a 20-minute shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown; a local guide who shares gold-rush history and provides a safety briefing; and the return shuttle from the wineries to Queenstown by 5pm. Wine tastings, food and door-to-door pickup are separate.

Is this tour suitable if I haven't cycled in a long time?

Yes. The route has minimal hills, wide gravel trails and easy navigation, and the ride is about one hour. The e-bike upgrade is recommended if you're not a regular cyclist, as it makes the gravel terrain easier. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, and children are welcome from age 4.