Self-Guided Nelson to Mapua Cycle Adventure

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This half-day self-guided cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail taking approximately 4-hours. There are many fun stops along the way with award winning wineries, craft breweries, and the Pics Peanut Butter Factory to name a few.

Cycle along the old rail route from Nelson City to Richmond then turn onto the picturesque Coastal Route to Rabbit Island and Mapua. It is all grade one riding (easy) where a moderate fitness level is required. A short ride on the Mapua Ferry has you landing on the Mapua Wharf where the vibe and atmosphere is very relaxing while you enjoy some great food and beverages. This is also a great day out for the whole family.

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Duration: 4 to 7 hours
Starts: Nelson, New Zealand
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours



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This half-day self-guided cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail taking approximately 4-hours. There are many fun stops along the way with award winning wineries, craft breweries, and the Pics Peanut Butter Factory to name a few.

Cycle along the old rail route from Nelson City to Richmond then turn onto the picturesque Coastal Route to Rabbit Island and Mapua. It is all grade one riding (easy) where a moderate fitness level is required. A short ride on the Mapua Ferry has you landing on the Mapua Wharf where the vibe and atmosphere is very relaxing while you enjoy some great food and beverages. This is also a great day out for the whole family.
Stop At: Kiwi Journeys, 37-39 Halifax Street, Nelson 7010 New Zealand

This one day cycle adventure takes in some of the most stunning scenery on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail. There are many fun stops along the way with award winning wineries, craft breweries, and the World of Wearable Art museum to name a few.

Cycle along the old rail route from Nelson City to Richmond then turn onto the picturesque Coastal Route to Rabbit Island and Mapua. This is all grade one riding (easy) where a moderate fitness level is required. A short ride on the Mapua Ferry has you landing on the Mapua Wharf where the vibe and atmosphere is very relaxing.

This is also a great day out for the whole family.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: McCashin’s Brewery, 660 Main Road Stoke Stoke, Nelson 7011 New Zealand

Stop of for a brewery tour, tastings, or amazing food!

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Pic’s Peanut Butter World, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Take a tour of this world class peanut butter factory or just stop for a bite to eat at the cafe.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Seifried Estate Winery & Vineyard, 168 Redwood Road, Appleby, Richmond 7081 New Zealand

Enjoy first class wine tastings at the biggest winery in Nelson.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: The Grape Escape Cafe & Catering, 143 McShane Road, Appleby, Richmond 7022, New Zealand

Great place for lunch and a real fruit ice cream!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Eddyline Pizzeria & Brewpub, 8 Champion Road, Richmond 7020, New Zealand

Amazing Pizza and Craft Beer just as you turn off to the coastal route to Mapua. We highly recommend this!

Duration: 1 hour



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