Roxburgh Gorge Day Cycle with E-bike

Trip Code: TJRR

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Trip highlights

Cycle through the remote, idyllic Roxburgh Gorge
Discover old gold mining relics and mining huts
Enjoy a jet-boat transfer, and gold mining history tour on the Clutha Mata-Au River
Cycle the river trail from Clyde to Alexandra (optional)
With an eBike included, enjoy a relaxed and comfortable ride with friends.

The 1 Day Roxburgh Gorge Trail is a self-guided cycle tour from Clyde to Roxburgh Day along the mighty Clutha Mata-au River.

Start your day today with a cycle from Clyde through to Alexandra, either 8kms down the Rail Trail or 14kms kilometres on the slightly more technical, but scenic river track. From Alexandra, you start the Roxburgh gorge, with a 10kms cycle to Doctors Point where you join the jet-boat transfer to Shingle Creek. Keep an eye out for historic gold mining relics and huts as you make your way through the gorge. A highlight for many, with commentary of the gold mining history scattered in the hillside.

From Shingle Creek it is a further 11kms through to the Roxburgh Hydro where you will be picked up this afternoon and shuttled back through to Clyde or Queenstown.

Itinerary

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Day 1
Clyde to Roxburgh Hydro: Cycle 37km

This morning you'll meet at the Trail Journeys Depot in Clyde for bike fitting and tour briefing, before starting you cycle through to the Roxburgh Hydro Dam. Start your day today with a cycle from Clyde through to Alexandra, either 8kms down the Rail Trail or 14kms kilometres on the slightly more technical, but scenic river track. From Alexandra, you start the Roxburgh gorge, with a 10kms cycle to Doctors Point where you join the jet-boat transfer to Shingle Creek. Keep an eye out for historic gold mining relics and huts as you make your way through the gorge. A highlight for many, with commentary of the gold mining history scattered in the hillside. From Shingle Creek it is a further 11kms through to the Roxburgh Hydro where you will be picked up this afternoon and shuttled back through to Clyde.

Meals: Nil

Inclusions

What's included

E-bike hire for 1 day including helmet, repair kit and odometer
Transport from Roxburgh Hydro to Clyde at the end of your trip (Transport to/from Queenstown can be added)
Jet boat transfer - Doctors Point to Shingle Creek
Detailed trip itinerary and map
Panniers

What's not included

Transport to/from Queenstown
Meals
Optional activities and upgrades
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

Bike information

Electric Bike

E-bikes have made cycle touring possible and pleasurable for a wide range of people. They are simple to operate, and eliminate much of the cycling strain from legs and knees. Our European-designed E-bikes are built with comfort and ease of operation in mind, and feature unisex frames, 29” wheels, front suspension and proven Bosch electronics.

Trail Surface

Compacted Gravel

The Roxburgh Gorge Trail is made from compacted gravel. The trail is wide with a few tight turns and switch-backs.

Accommodation

Add on a night

Start or finish your trip with a relaxing night in historic Clyde. Additional nights can be added onto any package just ask us.

Grading

Introductory to Moderate
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The 1 Day Roxburgh Gorge Trail is graded Introductory to Moderate. The trails are mostly wide with a compacted gravel trail surface but there can be exposure in places along the Gorges. Most of the trails are a gentle gradient, with some hills, switchbacks and undulations. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and we recommend training on compacted gravel trails. E-bikes are suitable as long as they are ridden appropriately with battery management.

Departure dates

Departs daily

Notes

Note:

All bookings are tentative. Our team will do their best to get back to you within 48 hours to confirm your booking. If your preferred date is within 48 hours please contact our office

Want to organise a customised tour?

School groups, friends, family trips, corporate events and even making the trail accessible for everyone. Learn how you can organise a Customised Tour with Trail Journeys.

Priceper person from

$410NZD

Options & Supplements*

Transport from Queenstown to Clyde (return) - MIN 2 PaxNZD$170
Transport from Queenstown to Clyde (return) - MIN 3 PaxNZD$140

*Prices listed are per person and also from

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Why travel with us

First On The Trail

Trail Journeys is the largest and longest serving bike hire business on the Otago Central Rail Trail. We have helped more cyclists explore our region since the trail opened in 2000 than any other company.

EXPERT LOCAL ADVICE

Our team is passionate about the Central Otago Region and their extensive knowledge and experience means you get the very best advice - every time. We will help you tailor the right cycling itinerary for your needs.

Quality services

Expect first-class and flexible support both on and off the trail. With regular bag, passenger and bike transport services, expert cycle mechanics and experienced consultants, enjoy a stress free cycling trip with Trail Journeys.