Cycle from Christchurch to Little River via the Rail Trail. This trip includes transfers back to Christchurch on Day 2, accommodation, dinner, breakfast and bag transfers.

Highlights

Cycle the quiet country roads of the Canterbury Plains and the Rail Trail. Enjoy lake views and lots of bird life.

Tour Route Map

Tour Detail

Your tour starts with cycling through the Christchurch suburbs to the start of the Little River Rail Trail staying the night in Lincoln before continuing along the rural Canterbury back roads to rejoin the trail at Motukarara. The Rail Trail skirts the flanks of ancient volcanoes, hugs the shores of Lake Ellesmere / Te Waihora and Lake Forsyth and ends in a picturesque farming village of Little River.  Here there’s time for a late lunch before the bus transfers you back to Christchurch.

Inclusions

Hybrid Bike with computer, day bag hire, helmet, map, self guided notes and route information, bus transfers on Day 2 from Little River to Christchurch, bag transfers, dinner, bed and breakfast.

Regions

New Zealand, South Island, Canterbury, Banks Peninsula, Little River Rail Trail