20-Day E-Bike Journey through New Zealand’s Natural Wonders
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Overview
New Zealand’s Natural Treasures
20-Day E-Bike Tour through New Zealand’s Natural Wonders 04.03.27 – 23.03.27(20 Tage)
Experience New Zealand’s most beautiful routes with the wind in your face! Discover the breathtaking beauty of glaciers, volcanic landscapes, geothermal regions, lakes and coastlines on two wheels.
Nowhere else in the world will you find such a remarkable variety of landscapes as on New Zealand’s North and South Islands. Explore green fields and meadows, rainforests, long sandy beaches and natural hot springs by e-bike, and cross spectacular bridges surrounded by rugged, snow-capped mountains.
They say that New Zealand brings together all the landscapes of Europe in one country. Discover them all – at a relaxed pace and accompanied by a German-speaking tour guide.
Unique Experiences on This Journey
An authentic Māori experience: Visit a Māori community and learn about the culture of New Zealand’s indigenous people.
Experience striking contrasts: Discover the vibrant life of the major cities and the secrets of historic gold-mining settlements, vast wilderness beneath snow-capped peaks, fertile fruit orchards and vineyards, and rivers rich in fish.
Picture-perfect panoramas: Mountain gorges with rushing rivers, extraordinary rock formations, snow-capped mountains and lush green landscapes.
Time to relax in the geothermal region of Rotorua.
New Zealand’s oldest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site: Tongariro National Park, with its brilliantly coloured crater lakes and dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Maximum of 12 participants and a German-speaking tour guide.
Day 1: Departure to New Zealand
You board your long-haul flight from Frankfurt heading to New Zealand.
Overnight: Airplane
Day 2: In Flight
Your journey continues across international time zones.
Overnight: Airplane
Day 3: Arrival in Christchurch
You land in Christchurch and meet your fellow travelers at the airport. After a group transfer to the hotel, the tour guide welcomes everyone. You can explore nearby attractions like the Botanical Gardens before getting to know the group during a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Christchurch
Day 4: From Lake Tekapo to Twizel
After breakfast, a bus takes the group through the Canterbury Plains to the milky-turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo. Following a brief introduction to the e-bikes, you embark on your first cycling stage along the Alps 2 Ocean Trail, taking in views of Lake Pukaki.
Cycling Distance: 54 km
Overnight: Twizel
Day 5: Along Lake Ohau to Queenstown
You ride your e-bike from the hotel toward the deep petrol-blue waters of Lake Ohau. After a lunch break with panoramic mountain views at Lake Ohau Lodge, the tour continues by bus. You stop for a wine tasting in one of the world’s southernmost wine-growing regions before arriving in Queenstown.
Cycling Distance: 38 km
Overnight: Queenstown
Day 6: Queenstown at Leisure
A rest day for the e-bikes. You can explore the city independently, book a guided city walk, ride the Skyline Gondola up Bob’s Peak, or take an optional excursion to the famous Milford Sound.
Overnight: Queenstown
Day 7: From Gold Mining Arrowtown to Wanaka
The day begins with a cycling tour to the historic gold-mining town of Arrowtown, where you can explore old Chinese miner huts. You then ride along the Kawarau River to the famous Kawarau Bridge before heading to your hotel near Lake Wanaka.
Cycling Distance: 55 km
Overnight: Wanaka
Day 8: To Fox Glacier
This stage offers diverse views as you cycle past Lake Wanaka and follow the Hawea River to Lake Hawea. After a scenic picnic, a support bus transfers the group past snow-capped peaks and the Fox Glacier to your next lodging.
Cycling Distance: 35 km
Overnight: Fox Glacier
Day 9: On the West Coast Wilderness Trail
The morning starts with a walk around Lake Matheson, followed by optional helicopter flights over Fox Glacier and Mount Cook. Later, you cycle on the West Coast Wilderness Trail through wetlands and rainforests, ending at Hokitika Beach and visiting a kiwi bird sanctuary.
Cycling Distance: 33 km
Overnight: Hokitika
Day 10: Pancake Rocks and Westport
You continue riding along the beaches and coastal forests of the West Coast Wilderness Trail. After the cycling segment, the bus takes you to the famous Pancake Rocks and blowholes in Paparoa National Park before moving on to Westport.
Cycling Distance: 36 km
Overnight: Westport
Day 11: Mountains and Bays
After entering the Nelson-Tasman region, the group cycles from Nelson to Rabbit Island. From there, a small ferry transfers you to the village of Mapua before heading to the accommodation.
Overnight: Picton / Nelson area
Day 12: Abel Tasman National Park
A dedicated day to explore one of New Zealand’s most popular national parks. Options include hiking along the coast, taking a water taxi to a remote beach, or paddling in a kayak.
Overnight: Nelson
Day 13: Ferry Crossing to Wellington
A bus brings you to Picton, where you board the inter-island ferry. You cruise through the fjord-like Queen Charlotte Sound, Tory Channel, and Cook Strait to reach the capital city, Wellington. The afternoon includes a stroll through the downtown area and an optional cable car ride to the Botanical Gardens.
Overnight: Wellington
Day 14: On the Remutaka Cycle Trail
You cycle through the lush green meadows and forests of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, climbing from Upper Hutt toward the trail summit. In the afternoon, the support bus drives the group to the garden city of Wanganui.
Cycling Distance: 30 km
Overnight: Wanganui
Day 15: To Lake Taupo
Today’s cycling route follows a section of the Mountains to Sea Trail. The bus drops you off at the Aramoana lookout point, where you begin a long, scenic ride along the Whanganui River Road to Pipiriki. A domestic bus transfer brings you to Taupo for the night.
Cycling Distance: 60 km
Overnight: Taupo
Day 16: Rotorua Thermal Area and Maori Tradition
You ride along the Te Ara Ahi cycle path, passing bubbling mud pools and active geysers, with a dedicated stop at the Wai-O-Tapu thermal valley. Afterward, you check into a lakeside lodge at Lake Okataina and experience a traditional Maori Hangi dinner.
Cycling Distance: 45 km
Overnight: Rotorua area
Day 17: To Te Aroha and Paeroa
Following a short bus transfer to Matamata, you saddle your e-bikes to ride a portion of the Hauraki Rail Trail into the spa town of Te Aroha. The day ends in the small town of Paeroa.
Cycling Distance: 37 km
Overnight: Paeroa
Day 18: Karangahake Gorge to Auckland
The final cycling stage takes you further along the Hauraki Rail Trail through the dramatic Karangahake Gorge. You ride through old tunnels and look down over deep ravines until you reach Waihi. From there, the support bus takes you on a two-hour drive to Auckland, where a farewell dinner is held at the Sky Tower.
Cycling Distance: 42 km
Overnight: Auckland
Day 19: Auckland and Return Flight
The daytime is yours for last-minute souvenir shopping or city exploration in Auckland before heading to the airport for your overnight return flight to Germany.
Overnight: Airplane
Day 20: Arrival Home
You land back at your home airport, concluding the 20-day journey.
Included Services
Economy Class flights from Frankfurt to Christchurch and from Auckland to Frankfurt
16 nights in good mid-range hotels, quality lodges and guesthouses
E-bike rental, including a bag for daily luggage
German-speaking Belvelo tour guide from Christchurch to Auckland for a maximum of 12 guests
Meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, D = Dinner)
Drinking water during cycling excursions
Airport transfers in New Zealand
Transfers as specified in the itinerary
Bicycle transport on all travel stages
Support vehicle with luggage transport, space for passengers and technical assistance
Entrance to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Park and sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
Ferry crossing from Picton to Wellington
Belvelo information package including travel literature, a personal Belvelo water bottle and further travel information
For each departure, one bicycle is donated to schoolchildren in rural regions of Africa
Not Included
Tips and gratuities
Costs for purchasing lunch picnic supplies/lunches
New Zealand ETA approval (from NZ$17)
Tourist levy (NZ$100)
Optional excursions mentioned in the itinerary on days 6 and 12, the Lake Matheson hike and helicopter flight on day 9, and the cable car ride on day 13
If the tour is booked without international flights, airport transfers are not included in the tour price
Travel Documents and Vaccinations
A valid passport and New Zealand ETA approval are required.
Vaccinations: Please check the relevant requirements and recommendations before booking.
Extensions
Enjoy 3 days in Queenstown: Idyllically located on the shores of crystal-clear Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by a spectacular alpine landscape, Queenstown is the perfect place to relax after your cycling adventure. Enjoy a wide range of activities in and around Queenstown or simply unwind amid breathtaking scenery.
Stopover in Singapore: The city-state is an ideal place to break up the long-haul journey. Take three days to explore Singapore’s highlights independently, from skyscrapers and colonial architecture to churches and temples, museums and wildlife parks, shopping malls and outstanding cuisine.
Tailor-made programmes: We are happy to create an individual extension according to your wishes. Please contact us!
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Character of the Cycling Stages
In New Zealand, most cycling takes place on paved or gravel roads. Whenever possible, especially in the national parks, the route follows smaller cycling paths surrounded by nature.
The cycling stages are generally gently rolling, while major changes in altitude are covered by vehicle rather than by bike. Traffic is usually light, particularly in rural areas, although you may occasionally encounter a milk tanker.
For reasonably experienced cyclists, this tour is comfortably manageable.
March 2027 Departure & Pricing Structures
Tour Dates: March 04, 2027 – March 23, 2027 (20 Days)
Standard Tour Package (Double Room Sharing, Flights Included):€7,290 per person
Premium / Upgraded Tour Package (Flights Included):€9,090 per person
Single Room Supplement (Aufpreis Einzelzimmer):€1,450 (applies to both package tiers)
Critical Flight & Booking Policy
If you choose to purchase this itinerary as a land-only package (booking without international flights through the operator), your active service schedule begins on Day 3 in Christchurch and officially concludes on Day 19 in Auckland.
If booked without international flights, your journey begins on day 3 and ends on day 19.
Prices per Person
Minimum number of participants: 8 guests Maximum number of participants: 12 guests
The latest date on which the tour operator may cancel the tour if the minimum number of participants is not reached is 21 days before the start of the tour.
This tour is generally not suitable for persons with reduced mobility. Please contact us for more detailed information, taking your individual needs into account.
Secure Your Masterpiece New Zealand E-Bike Expedition
Premium Active Journey: 20 days exploring the North and South Islands from €7,290 (Double Room Sharing, Flights Included).
Flexible Deposit: Secure your preferred March 04, 2027 departure date with a flexible down payment.
Single Room Privacy: Individual room upgrades are available for a supplement of 1,450 €.
Trusted Checkout: Secure your allocation effortlessly via all major credit cards, PayPal, or bank transfers.
Land-Only Flexibility: Booking without flights? Your active itinerary begins on Day 3 in Christchurch and concludes on Day 19 in Auckland.
