Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines
Overview
⭐Possibly the most outstanding wine tour by ebike in the country.
⭐ Embark on an adventure outside Queenstown to the Valley of the Vines to try many delicious award-winning wines
⭐ We only do Giant™ 2026 Talon E-bikes Trek Powerflys and Trek Marlin 6 (2024) pedal bikes as our standard. Probably the best bikes in NZ.
⭐Door-to-door options for direct booking only
⭐Ride arguably the best bike trail in New Zealand
⭐Perfect for the easy rider - Minimal hills, wide gravel trails, Easy Navigation. 1 hour ride
⭐Knowledgable, friendly guides
⭐Finish at any winery - Text us at 3pm or when you've decided your final stop.
What's Included
- Premium bike (e-bike upgrade recommended)
- Helmet, map, locks, repair kit
- Return shuttle Queenstown ↔ Arrowtown / Valley of the Vines
- Local orientation and safety briefing
- Wine tastings (approx. NZD $20–$25 per stop)
- Food platters or meals
- Door-to-door pickup (direct bookings only)
Meeting Location
43 Camp Street
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
Discover Arrowtown and the Valley of the Vines on a guided bike and wine adventure. Begin with a 20-minute shuttle from Queenstown to Arrowtown, where your guide shares gold-rush history and provides a bike and safety orientation. Cycle along rivers, bridges, and alpine scenery toward the Gibbston wine region. Stop at cellar doors such as Gibbston Valley (Wine Cave tour with 3 tastings), Rockburn, Kinross (platters available), and Mount Rosa (wine by the fire). Tastings and food are additional, and bookings are recommended in peak season. Ride a 2024 Trek Marlin 6 or upgrade to a premium e-bike (recommended for most riders, 150cm min.). Conclude with a 4:00 pm pick-up from the wineries, returning to Queenstown by 5:00 pm. This 7-hour tour combines Arrowtown’s heritage, stunning cycling trails, and world-class wines in one unforgettable day.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our Ebikes fit anyone over 150cm
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-197592P10
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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.
- Premium bike (e-bike upgrade recommended).
- Helmet, map, locks, repair kit.
- Return shuttle Queenstown ↔ Arrowtown / Valley of the Vines.
- Local orientation and safety briefing.
- Wine tastings (approx. NZD $20–$25 per stop).
- Food platters or meals.
- Door-to-door pickup (direct bookings only).
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. 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 & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bike & Wine Tour: Arrowtown to Valley of the Vines 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
- Premium bike (e-bike upgrade recommended)
- Helmet, map, locks, repair kit
- Return shuttle Queenstown ↔ Arrowtown / Valley of the Vines
- Local orientation and safety briefing
- Wine tastings (approx. NZD $20–$25 per stop)
- Food platters or meals
- Door-to-door pickup (direct bookings only)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our Ebikes fit anyone over 150cm
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
