Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Adventure
Overview
Our Full Day Bike the Wineries Ride is one of Queenstown’s most popular experiences, combining historic Arrowtown, scenic river trails, and the renowned Gibbston wine region into one unforgettable day.
From the historic charm of Arrowtown to the vineyards of Gibbston, this full-day biking experience blends scenery, wine, and adventure.
What you'll do
✓ Shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown
✓ Ride through the Arrow River and Gibbston wine region
✓ Explore cellar doors, food, and wine at your own pace before your return shuttle to Queenstown
Why Ride It?
- Experience the best of Arrowtown and Gibbston Valley
- Ride scenic trails through rivers, vineyards, and mountain landscapes
- Stop at wineries, breweries, and local food spots along the way
Good to Know
- A relaxed ride with some hills and undulating terrain
- Suitable for couples, groups, and casual riders
- Electric Bikes are highly recommended for the best experience
- Winery tastings and food are not included
What's Included
- Support is a phone call away during your ride for bike mechanical or navigation if required
- Use of helmet
- Use of bicycle
- Shuttle transport to start and from finish
- Food and drinks
- Wine tastings
- This is a self guided ride, a guide does not accompany you while biking
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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Arrowtown Village
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arrow River (pass by)
Kawarau Suspension Bridge (pass by)
Gibbston
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gibbston Tavern
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gibbston Valley Winery
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mt Rosa Wines
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Church Cellar Door and Cafe
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Waitiri Creek Wines Ltd.
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Brennan Wines
15 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
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years - recommended to bring ID
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Bookings larger than 4 people should pre-book wine tastings
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-19208P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours 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.
- Support is a phone call away during your ride for bike mechanical or navigation if required.
- Use of helmet.
- Use of bicycle.
- Shuttle transport to start and from finish.
- Food and drinks.
- Wine tastings.
- This is a self guided ride, a guide does not accompany you while biking.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Adventure 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 (Full-Day) – Bike & Wine Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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
- Support is a phone call away during your ride for bike mechanical or navigation if required
- Use of helmet
- Use of bicycle
- Shuttle transport to start and from finish
- Food and drinks
- Wine tastings
- This is a self guided ride, a guide does not accompany you while biking
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
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years - recommended to bring ID
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Bookings larger than 4 people should pre-book wine tastings
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
