Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

Duration: 6 hours
Destination: New Zealand, Wellington, Wellington
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  • 6 hours
  • Wellington
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an easy, all-inclusive, 6 hour eBike (electric bike) day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels. Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the natural landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun (but easily controllable) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland.

You will be provided with everything you will need for your adventure - transport to and from Wellington Station, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

Please note this day trip is for an eBike, if you would like to ride a Mountain Bike instead, please book this day trip: 'Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour'.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Wellington Railway Station, Pipitea, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

We'll pick you up at 9.30am from Wellington Station and shuttle you to the start of the trail

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Te Mārua, Upper Hutt 5018, New Zealand

Optional start point for the 27-37km ride

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Remutaka Rail Trail - Kaitoke, Unnamed Road, Kaitoke, Remutaka Hill 5018, New Zealand

Start point for the 18-28km ride at Kaitoke, recommended for those less confident or wanting to cruise and take their time. On the trail, you’ll start by cycling through the native bird-filled Pakuratahi Forest. Follow an old railway line over bridges and through tunnels, while pausing, if you like, to check out information stations detailing the enormous task of constructing the “Fell” railway system - a first for New Zealand at the time, and one of only a few around the world. Once you reach the summit, you will stop for a picnic lunch on a large grassy plateau next to the remnants of a historic station. After lunch, enjoy an exhilarating (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, with views of some of New Zealand’s stunning farming heartland.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Wairarapa, Wairarapa, Greater Wellington, North Island

We'll pick you up at Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, before we shuttle you back over the Remutaka ranges, down the Hutt Valley and back to Wellington Station (arriving approx. 3.30pm)

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • All transport - shuttles to and from Wellington Station
  • All taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.
  • All food and water provided - Please let us know your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything!
  • All equipment - ebike (electric bike), helmets and other safety gear, racks and a pannier bag.

Exclusions
  • Ecludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Limitations:
  • Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. During the warmer months, this means shorts and a t-shirt for riding, and a light jacket in reserve. During the colder months you may prefer long pants or tights (nothing baggy that may catch on the bike!), with a tshirt, fleece and light jacket in reserve. Closed shoes - running shoes are perfect - must be worn at all times.
  • Your approximate height (for bike sizing)
  • Please provide the following at time of booking, so we can make sure your day goes smoothly:
  • Info regarding your dietary requirements - eg "no seafood please", "gluten free", "vegetarian"
  • Maximum of 12 people per booking
  • Minimum age is 12
  • Trips are subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Wellington Station, Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand


Departure Time

09:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

6 hours


User's Reviews

rob_a

10 Apr, 2024

In spite of minor mix up with their shuttle going off and leaving us, we had a wonderful fantastic day they had us get an Uber ride to the bike shop and then reimbursed us for the Uber ride. Isaac did the great job of fitting us with bikes and how much etc the bikes were in excellent shape period I can't say enough about the trail it was absolutely gorgeous we took e-bikes but I think we could easily have done regular bikes. Tickets to a wonderful little restaurant in featherton for lunch and then took us to the boat afterwards period Isaac was so pleasant and so easy to work with. Several places along the route to stop for a break period bathroom facilities at the beginning of the trail. Thank you for a wonderful day!

Debi_L

04 Mar, 2024

We absolutely loved this tour. The trail was beautiful with lots of picture opportunities. They provided a wonderful lunch which we enjoyed before the second part of the ride which was a bit more technical but lots of fun. I would highly recommend this e-bike excursion.

Nicola_S

18 Jan, 2024

Stunning trail, ample time to make multiple stops including a long lunch stop. Great instruction on where to go and where to meet up. Bikes in great condition, and delicious well rounded lunch packed for us. Special mention to our guide Issac, he was great

Mollie T

30 Dec, 2023

This was great fun. Everything was provided so all I had to bring was my legs. Great views and great trail. Loved the Information signs along the way. Would highly recommend.

fromBrasov

29 Dec, 2023

Amazing scenery and amazing people . Everything was just perfect . Punctuality was perfect to be able to return in the ship being in Wellington from for only 7 hours . I did experienced the real nature surrounding Wellington . Highly recommended .

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Amazing bike ride near Wellington

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