Cycle from Christchurch along the Little River Rail Trail before cycling over Gebbies Pass to Diamond Harbour. A ferry trip takes you over to Lyttleton before cycling back to Christchurch via Dyers Pass.

Highlights

Cycling the quiet country roads of the Canterbury Plains, the Rail Trail, lake and harbour views, lots of bird life and great views from the Port Hills.

Tour Route Map

Tour Detail

Designed as a nice relaxing way to enjoy the Canterbury Plains, the Little River Rail Trail and harbourside lifestyle of Banks Peninsula. Your tour starts with cycling through the Christchurch suburbs to the start of the Little River Rail Trail. Staying the night in the University town of Lincoln before continuing along the country roads and then back onto the Rail Trail. The ride 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 is time for a late lunch before arriving at your accommodation for the night. Little River has walking options or you can just relax before dinner. Day 3 sees you cycling over to Diamond Harbour via Gebbies Pass and alongside the Lyttleton Harbour. On the last day you catch the ferry to the port town of Lyttleton before cycling over the Port Hills back to Christchurch.

Inclusions

Hybrid bike and rear pannier hire, helmet, computer, map, self guided notes and route information.

Regions

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