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De Great Taste Trail & verder - fietsen, wandelen & varen

Name: De Great Taste Trail & verder - fietsen, wandelen & varen
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 2760 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Nieuw-Zeeland

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

60082

Operator:

Adventure South
Length:

7 days
Group size:

12 pax
Age:

16 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Ontspannend
- Gemakkelijk
- Gemiddeld
- Serieus
- Bloedstollend

07.12-13.12.25 scheduled
07.01-13.01.26 guaranteed
22.03-28.03.26 guaranteed
06.12-12.12.26 scheduled
07.01-13.01.27 scheduled
04.02-10.02.27 scheduled
25.02-03.03.27 scheduled
17.03-23.03.27 scheduled
02.04-08.04.27 scheduled
15.04-21.04.27 scheduled

Itinerary

Verken het beste van Nelson, Tasman en Marlborough aan de top van het Zuidereiland op de ultieme fiets-, wandel- en zeilvakantie. Deze regio staat bekend om zijn adembenemende natuurlijke landschappen, met lange gouden stranden, ongerepte bossen en ruige bergen, en is ook nog eens het zonnigste deel van het land. Fiets langs Nelsons Great Taste Trail, zeil met een catamaran in het beroemde Abel Tasman National Park en wandel door weelderige inheemse bossen op de Queen Charlotte track. Ontdek de magie van de Marlborough Sounds als we 2 nachten doorbrengen in een afgelegen lodge aan de oceaan, alleen bereikbaar per boot, kajak of te voet. Bezoek galerieën, ambachtelijke brouwerijen, boetiekjes en wijnmakerijen in een regio die bekend staat om zijn creatieve, ambachtelijke cultuur. Onze reis begint in Nelson waar we ons aansluiten bij het Great Taste Trail. We fietsen over vlak of licht glooiend terrein, door een niet meer gebruikte spoorwegtunnel en langs kustpaden naar de zandstranden van de Abel Tasman. Daarna bezoeken we de adembenemende Marlborough Sounds waar we een dag ontspannen in de lodge voordat een wandel- en fietstocht ons naar het hart van het wijnland brengt. Onze laatste rit voert ons door de kleurrijke wijngaarden van de Awatere Valley en we fietsen over twee passen voor een wijnproeverij bij een wijnmakerij in Blenheim, wat een passende afsluiting is van dit gedenkwaardige buitenavontuur.

Tour program

Dag 1

Afspraak in Nelson, fiets van Great Taste Trail Richmond naar Tapawera - 62 km

Welcome to Nelson, the “sunshine capital” of the South Island of New Zealand, where we meet at 8:00am. We drive to Monaco Point for a briefing and bike fit and set out on our first ride along the Great Taste Trail. We set away riding along the waters edge, through the Waimea Estates vineyard and along the Waimea River, through Brightwater to Wakefield village. We meet the Wai-iti Riverbank, and on through the Domain to Belgrove where we can see a historic railway windmill, one of only two left in New Zealand. The trail then winds its way through bush up to the entrance of the historic Spooners Tunnel. Riding through Spooners Tunnel is a highlight. It is a 1.4km long rail tunnel, the longest decommissioned tunnel in the Southern Hemisphere. We continue on to pass through Kohatu and then enjoy views across hop plantations and farmland to Mt Arthur/ Wharepapa, before a gradual descent to Tapawera. We load up the bikes and then drive back to our accommodation in Nelson. In the early evening you are free to explore the town before meeting for our first evening meal together. Cycling Distance: Monaco to Tapawera - 62km

Dag 2

Fiets van Great Taste Trail Tapawera naar Riwaka over Baton Saddle - 64 km

We transfer to Tapawera to start cycling where we finished yesterday. Today's ride takes us on a new outback section of Great Taste Trail, gently climbing 120m over the Baton Saddle to Woodstock. From the high point, we descend into the pretty Baton River Valley after crossing a new purpose built cyclists swing bridge. This part of the cycle trail follows a gravel road open to farm vehicles, tankers and logging trucks and is the most challenging part of the trail, but it is not technical. We then continue on the road along the west bank of the Motueka River to Riwaka, passing through vineyards, kiwifruit orchards and hops farms along the way. We end our ride with a visit to the Riwaka River Estate Winery for a late afternoon tasting. We then load up the bikes and drive to Motueka and our home for the next 2 nights. For those who still have some energy, they can cycle 8km from the winery to our accommodation in Motueka. Cycling Distance: Tapawera to Riwaka - 64km

Dag 3

Abel Tasman National Park Wandeling & Zeil, terug naar Motueka - Wandeling 13,4 km

This morning we drive to Marahau and the start of the famous Abel Tasman Great Walk. We will rest our cycle legs by taking a half day hike into Anchorage on the Abel Tasman walkway. The track is well formed and drops into several beautiful sheltered bays and golden sand beaches. At midday we have lunch overlooking Torrent Bay and then board a catamaran for an exciting sail around the heads and back to our vehicle. To round out a wonderful day, we take some time to enjoy Kaiteriteri beach, with the chance for a late afternoon swim or a relaxing stroll along the golden sands. From here it is only a short drive back to Motueka. Walking Distance: 13.4km Sailing: 3 hours

Dag 4

Great Taste Trail Motueka naar Nelson, overnachting in Lochmara Lodge - Fietstocht 44 km

After breakfast we set away from Motueka to rejoin the Great Taste Trail. We start with a climb through vineyards to the top of Tasman View Road, aptly named giving panoramic views across the Tasman Bay and Mt Arthur Range. Following an easy descent we ride through more apple orchards and vineyards, passing galleries and artist studios, then along the Ruby Coast into Mapua where we can have refreshments in one of the waterfront cafes. We take a short ferry journey to Moturoa/Rabbit Island and cycle beachside, through pine forest. Back on the mainland, the trail skirts around the shore of the Waimea Inlet, the largest enclosed estuary in the South Island and home to many wading and sea birds. Bird spotting is best when the tide is out. On reaching Richmond, we load up the bikes and head for lunch. In the afternoon we set away for the Marlborough Sounds leaving Nelson and the Great Taste Trail behind. It is a scenic 2 hour drive crossing the ranges, via Pelorous Bridge to reach Anakiwa where our water taxi awaits. We travel on to Lochmara Lodge, a remote oceanfront resort nestled in the Queen Charlotte Sound, accessible only by boat, kayak or foot. Cycling Distance: Motueka to Richmond - 44km

Dag 5

Lochmara Lodge vrije dag

Today is your guide's rest day and you are free to explore the beautiful surrounds of Lochmara Lodge. Take out a kayak or paddleboard, swim, walk the bush tracks around the property, relax in one of the many hammocks, visit the Underwater Observatory (own expense) or the art exhibition spaces. At nightfall, make sure to explore the glowworm grotto!

Dag 6

Queen Charlotte Track naar Anakiwa - Wandelen 14km, Optioneel fietsen langs walvispad - 10km

After breakfast we sadly leave lovely Lochmara behind. We put on our walking shoes and take a water taxi to Mistletoe Bay and set out to hike along the Queen Charlotte track. We climb up to the low Te Mahia Saddle and our path weaves in and out of Manuka Bush with glimpses of the vivid blue sea, secluded bays and bush clad shorelines below. We climb to a headland at the end of Ohahau Bay and are greeted by panoramic views up and down the Sound. We descend through mature beech forest to Umungata (Davies Bay), and soon after arrive at the little village of Anakiwa where the track ends. This afternoon we drive the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive, which hugs the shores of the Queen Charlotte Sound giving splendid sea views. Heading inland to Blenheim, there is an option to hop back on our bikes to ride a short section of the new whale trail from Tuamarina. We finishing our day at the Moa brewery, where it's time to relax in a bean bag and perhaps enjoy an awarding winning craft beer. Our accommodation tonight is a historic art deco hotel where we'll enjoy our final meal together to celebrate our week's active adventure. Hiking Distance: 14km, approx 4 hours walking Optional Cycling Distance: Tuamarina to Moa Brewery - 10km

Dag 7

Whale Trail Blenheim naar Seddon, fiets terug naar Blenheim - 65 km

Op onze laatste dag rijden we een deel van het nieuwe Whale Trail dat uiteindelijk tussen Picton en Kaikoura en 2 pittoreske passen zal lopen. We rijden zuidwaarts vanuit Blenheim en volgen een aangegeven fietspad naar de Redwood Pass Road. We klimmen geleidelijk door wijngaarden en glooiend boerenland, met de kale tussockheuvels als contrasterende achtergrond. We bereiken Redwood Pass en dalen mooi af naar de Awatere Valley die in alle richtingen omzoomd is met wijngaarden. We blijven de vallei volgen langs de rivier, de grote Kaikoura Ranges en Mt Tapuae-o-uenuku domineren de skyline voor ons. Via onze tweede pas, de Taylors Pass, rijden we door een andere afgelegen vallei terug naar Blenheim. Bij Taylors Dam laden we de fietsen in en gaan we naar een plaatselijke wijngaard om een selectie van hun wijnen te proeven. Aan het begin van de avond arriveren we weer in Blenheim, waar we in het stadscentrum worden afgeleverd. Fietsafstand - tot 65 km

Tour Details

accommodation

4 nachten hotel/motel

2 nachten wildernis lodge

flights

Vluchten zijn niet inbegrepen

guide

Gids voor professionele chauffeurs

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

meals

5 ontbijten
4 lunches
4 diners

optional

Andere activiteiten en diensten zijn niet inbegrepen

others

Wijnproeverij bij twee wijnmakerijen
Toegang tot World of Wearable Arts & Classic Car Museum
The Natural Flames Experience

Hoge zichtbaarheid fietskleding aanbevolen
Openbare vakantie Supplement
Fietsverhuur
Single Supplement
Deposit
Carbon Offset

transport

Alle transport, fietskar, fietsveerboot, catamaran in Abel Tasman NP

Good to know

Currency

New Zealand Dollar

Nieuw-Zeeland

Plugs and adapters

Plug type I

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You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.