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CYCLE TOURS

Cycle Nelson makes riding the Great Taste Trail easy. We’re locals who know the trail inside out, and we take care of every detail so you can simply enjoy the ride.

Our self-guided packages include bike hire (or bring your own), accommodation, luggage and passenger transfers, plus free parking. You’ll also get a personal briefing, detailed trip notes, and both paper and digital maps to guide you to the tastiest stops along the way.
Prefer a little more support? Book a guided multi-day tour and enjoy stories, insights, and local knowledge that bring the trail’s history and landscapes to life.
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Mapua Cycle & Shuttle Tour

Coastal 28km ride to Mapua via Rabbit Island, ferry crossing included, explore wharf cafés, wineries, and galleries, then shuttle back to Nelson.

Coastal 28km ride to Mapua via Rabbit Island, ferry crossing included, explore wharf cafés, wineries, and galleries, then shuttle back to Nelson.

Coastal 28km ride to Mapua via Rabbit Island, ferry crossing included, explore wharf cafés, wineries, and galleries, then shuttle back to Nelson.

Coastal 28km ride to Mapua via Rabbit Island, ferry crossing included, explore wharf cafés, wineries, and galleries, then shuttle back to Nelson.
$160pp
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$50 E-bike upgrade
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Mapua Cycle & Shuttle Tour

Coastal 28km ride to Mapua via Rabbit Island, ferry crossing included, explore wharf cafés, wineries, and galleries, then shuttle back to Nelson.
$160pp
|
$50 E-bike upgrade
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MULTI-DAY
CYCLE TOURS

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Abel Tasman Great Taste Trio

Duration: ~5 days

Route: Cycle the Great Taste Trail Coastal Route from Nelson to Kaiteriteri (~2.5 days). 

Explore Abel Tasman National Park (~2.5 days) with overnight stays in Wilson’s beachfront lodges.
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Coastal Classic

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Route: Māpua → Motueka → Kaiteriteri.

Ride through beaches, vineyards, galleries, and coastal boardwalks.

Family-friendly with short daily distances and plenty of food and art stops.
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Plains and Coast

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights

Route: Tapawera → Wakefield → Māpua → Kaiteriteri.

Off-road (trail) riding on historic rail lines, including the 1.4 km Spooners Tunnel.

Pass forests, rivers, farmland, and vineyards before cycling along the coast.

Accommodation in country towns and coastal villages along the way.
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Loop the Loop

Duration: 5 days

Route: Tapawera → Wakefield → Māpua → Kaiteriteri.

Off-road (trail) riding on historic rail lines, including the 1.4 km Spooners Tunnel.

Pass forests, rivers, farmland, and vineyards before cycling along the coast.

Accommodation in country towns and coastal villages along the way.
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Staycation and Creation

Duration: Tailored

Route: Hub-and-spoke style rides from a single luxury base—unpack once, explore daily.

Includes a creative collaboration with a contemporary jeweller to design your own bespoke piece.

Ideal for those wanting cycling combined with indulgence and artistry.
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Luxury Cycle and Sail

Duration: 7 days

Route: Begin cycling the Great Taste Trail from Nelson, then return aboard a luxury yacht.

Blend cycling with sailing for an indulgent, scenic journey.

Highlights include the Abel Tasman National Park, gourmet food, and premium accommodation.
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Custom Guided Tour

Duration: Flexible

Route: Fully tailored to your interests and group size.

Options might include Buddhist retreats, private vineyard tours, hop farm visits, or themed adventures.

Accommodation and daily rides are customised around your chosen focus.

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Talk to us about customising your perfect cycle tour.
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Multi-Day Tours

Guided multi-day tours designed to enrich your ride along the trails. This is cycling with support and local insight. Because sometimes the experience is the journey.
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Mountain Bike Tours

Explore the wild trails off the beaten track. Want to get there by chopper? Cycle back from the bay? Our bespoke tours take you into adventure.
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EXPLORE THE REGION

Nelson Tasman is at its most breathtaking when explored on a bike with Cycle Nelson. Follow the Great Taste Trail, a 200km loop connecting Nelson, Richmond, Wakefield, Motueka, and Kaiteriteri, and take in vineyards, orchards, and sparkling coastlines along the way. 

Stop at Māpua Wharf, cruise through the historic Spooners Tunnel, or enjoy the golden sands at Kaiteriteri. Ride world-class mountain bike trails carved through native forest and mountain ridges, where epic landscapes make every turn an adventure. Whether you’re a casual rider or a keen adventurer, seeing Nelson Tasman by bike with Cycle Nelson is an unforgettable way to experience the region.
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Bike Hire

Bike hire available from Nelson Airport, Tahunanui and Kaiteriteri. All bikes, all terrains with a cycle to suit your needs.
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Shuttle Services

Our cycling shuttle service across Nelson Tasman, including Nelson Airport luggage / accomodation drop off.
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