If there was one country in the world that was made for cycling holidays, it would have to be New Zealand.

Catering for all abilities and age groups, New Zealand offers a remarkable selection of landscapes to suit all cycling activities, and whether you are looking for an off-road mountain bike adventure, or a multi-day road bike tour along the coastline, you are pretty much guaranteed to find your perfect cycling trip right here in NZ.

Renting a bike has never been easier in New Zealand, with many companies offering one-way rentals for travelling cyclists who want to visit both islands. Affordable, reliable, and ideal for island hopping adventures, bike rental takes the stress out of cycling holidays, so leave your trusty steed at home, and take advantage of the many road and mountain bike options available.

Once you have your bike sorted, the only thing left to do is plan your travel itinerary, so you can ride at least one of New Zealand’s Best Bike Rides…

The Queenstown Trail: South Island

A fabulous 120km mountain bike ride that you can cycle as much or as little as you like, the Queenstown Trail is suitable for cyclists of all abilities, and it highlights some of the most beautiful landscapes that the South Island has to offer. Crystal clear lakes, soaring mountains, river gorges, and award-winning wineries can all be found on this trail, so be prepared for more than a few stops along the way!

Tasman’s Great Taste Trail: South Island

A gourmet cycling tour for those who appreciate good food, fine wines, and spectacular scenery, the Tasman’s Great Taste Trail is made up of a network of cycleways that pass through Nelson, Wakefield, Richmond, Motueka and Kaiteriteri. The total circuit is around 174km, and thanks to the local luggage shuttle service provided, you can cycle from one town to the next, and make overnight stops along the way!

Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail: North Island

An on and off-road cycle tour stretching from Mt Ruapehu to the coastal town of Whanganui, the Mountain to Sea Cycle Trail in New Zealand’s North Island is a spectacular 217km journey (including a boat or kayak ride), which you can enjoy in its entirety on a single day adventure, or split down in to several sections. Classed as an ‘intermediate’ cycle trail, there are some demanding climbs along the way, but after indulging in all that fabulous seafood and New Zealand wine, you’ll be more than ready for this cycling challenge!

Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge: North Island

If you are looking for a one-day sportive, the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge attracts some 7,000 cyclists from across the globe, and with a variety of different distances to choose from, from 5km to 640km, there is something to suit everyone in this spectacular ride. You can expect great scenery, friendly spectators, and a well-organised event, so put 25^th November 2017 in your diary, and prepare for New Zealand’s premier cycling event!