Join us for an unforgettable adventure
Ride with
the original operator
Since 2014
Around the Mountains Cycle Tours
Ride with the originals
Experience the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail like never before, with the original trail creators! We offer exceptional cycle packages tailored just for you, including bike hire, cozy accommodation, convenient shuttles, and friendly local advice. With our in-depth knowledge of the trail, we’ve crafted packages that will excite every biking enthusiast.
Join us for an unforgettable cycling adventure!
Trail Stats
Location: Southland, NZ
Distance: 186km
Duration: 3 – 5 days
Grade: 2 – 3 (Easy – Intermediate)
Highlights: Alpine lakes, peaceful valleys, quiet trails, mountain views, lush pastures and country towns
Locations visited: Walter Peak, Mavora Lakes, Mossburn, Lumsden, Athol, Garston, Kingston
Packages
Choose from 3,4 or 5 day options
Whatever you choose we’ll pick you up at your accommodation and get you onto the trails so you can enjoy your biking adventure.
Around the Mountains Trail
The original 186km multi-day trail
For those short on time
3 Days
From $1000
Distance
Day 1 – 50km
Walter Peak to Mavora Lakes
Day 2 – 43km
Centre Hill to Lumsden
Day 3 – 65km
Lumsden to Kingston
Accommodation
2 nights staying in the small country towns of Lumsden and Athol. Show me >
Fitness Level
Suitable for regular cyclists who are prepared for long, but rewarding days of riding
The original adventure
4 Days
From $1350
Distance
Day 1 – 50km
Walter Peak to Mavora Lakes
Day 2 – 43km
Centre Hill to Lumsden
Day 3 – 35km
Lumsden to Athol
Day 4 – 30km
Athol to Kingston
Accommodation
3 nights staying in the small country towns of Lumsden and Athol. Show me >
Fitness Level
One long but spectacular first day of riding, followed by three shorter days, where you can take your time and enjoy the scenery
Around the Mountains Trail
+ bonus day on the Lake2Lake trail
2 trails, 4 days, 1 adventure
4 Days
From $1300
Distance
Day 1 – 50km
Walter Peak to Mavora Lakes
Day 2 – 28.5km
Te Anau to Manapouri
Day 3 – 43km
Centre Hill to Lumsden
Day 4 – 65km
Lumsden to Kingston
Accommodation
2 nights staying in the beautiful lakeside town of Te Anau and 1 night in the small country town of Lumsden. Show me >
Fitness Level
Suitable for regular cyclists who are prepared for long, but rewarding days of riding
Our most popular trip
5 Days
From $1500
Distance
Day 1 – 50km
Walter Peak to Mavora Lakes
Day 2 – 28.5km
Te Anau to Manapouri
Day 3 – 43km
Centre Hill to Lumsden
Day 4 – 35km
Lumsden to Athol
Day 5 – 30km
Athol to Kingston
Accommodation
2 nights staying in the beautiful lakeside town of Te Anau and 2 nights in the small country towns of Lumsden and Athol. Show me >
Fitness Level
One long but spectacular first day of riding, followed by four shorter days, where you can take your time and enjoy the scenery
All packages include
ebike hire
Shuttle service
Baggage Transfers
Lake crossing
Accommodation
PLUS helmets, puncture repair kit, drink bottle holder, panniers and trail map
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Why ride with us?
Original Since 2014
No one knows the trail quite like us. We’re the original trail creators – we were right there in the planning stages when the trail was just an idea on a scrap of paper, and we’ve been leading people on great cycling adventures since the trail opened in 2014.
Door to Door Service
When you book a package with us, we’ll pick you up from your Queenstown accommodation and take you to the start of the trail. And when you’re done, we’ll pick you up and drop right back to your door, so you can relax and enjoy the scenery on our shuttle ride.
Great Bikes
Great rides start with the right bike for the trail and for you. Choose from Hardtail or Full Suspension; eBikes, Mountain Bikes, Comfort Bikes or Children’s Bikes. Plus extras like Child Seats, Tag-along Bikes, Baby Buggies, Rear Bike Racks and Bags and Panniers.
More for your buck
When you book a package with us, we’ll include bike hire, shuttles, a lake crossing, bag transfers, a helmet, panniers, a drink bottle holder, a bike toolkit and a trail map so you have everything you need for a great adventure.
Bike Hire & Shuttles
Looking for bike hire or shuttle services in and around Queenstown?
Our sister company, Queenstown Bike Hire specialises in bike hire, shuttles and packages for trails in and around the Queenstown region
