Ride Coast to Coast
Cycle from rail trails to rugged coastline, linking some of the Wairarapa’s most varied landscapes.
Wild South Coast Adventure
Experience remote coastal riding with seals, birdlife and dramatic scenery along the way.
Wine Village & Relaxed Riding
Enjoy time in Martinborough with flexible riding options through vineyards and quiet country roads.
Experience the best of the Wairarapa on a fully supported multi-day e-bike journey that blends relaxed riding with standout coastal scenery, wildlife and local culture. Starting and finishing in Wellington, the tour takes you over the Remutaka Range and into quiet country roads, vineyard trails and remote coastlines that most visitors never reach.
Along the way, you’ll ride to Cape Palliser, encounter fur seals and dramatic landscapes, explore Martinborough’s renowned wine village, and follow the wild south coast back towards Wellington. With accommodation, meals, shuttles and on-trail support all taken care of, this tour is designed to let you focus on the ride while enjoying the region at a comfortable, unhurried pace
Rail Trail to Wairarapa
Your tour begins with bike setup and a full briefing to get you comfortable with your equipment. Once underway, you’ll ride through the Remutaka Rail Trail, with options to finish at Cross Creek, Featherston or continue on to Greytown depending on your preference. After the ride, you’ll be shuttled through to Martinborough for your accommodation and evening.
61 km to Cross Creek / 71 km to Featherston / 86 km to Greytown
Cape Palliser Coastal Ride
Today’s ride heads south from Martinborough, with the option to start from Pirinoa for a shorter distance. The route takes you to Cape Palliser, passing through dramatic coastal landscapes with stops at the Putangirua Pinnacles, sites of early Māori history, and a New Zealand fur seal colony. After exploring the area, you’ll be shuttled back to Martinborough for the night.
71 km from Martinborough / 40 km from Pirinoa
Martinborough Wine & Easy Riding
A more relaxed day based around Martinborough, with flexible riding options through the vineyards and surrounding countryside. Distances can be tailored up to 50km depending on how far you’d like to go. In the evening, there’s the option to add a Wairarapa night sky experience before returning to your accommodation.
Up to 50 km (flexible options)
Ocean Beach Escape
You’ll ride from Martinborough out to Ocean Beach, covering around 52km through quiet rural roads and coastal terrain. Accommodation is at Te Rakau Birding, or you can choose to return to Martinborough depending on your preference.
52 km
Wild South Coast to Wellington
The day begins with an optional birdwatching experience before setting out on a 52km ride along the wild south coast towards Days Bay via Wainuiomata. From there, you can take the ferry back to Wellington or continue cycling for an additional stretch. The night is spent in Wellington.
52 km to Days Bay (+10 km if cycling into Wellington instead of ferry)
Wellington Ride & Departure
Your final day includes the option of a short Wellington cycle tour before departure, giving you one last ride before the tour wraps up.
Optional short ride (distance flexible)
