Overview
49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand Ride through stunning landscapes on an unforgettable adventure. Embark on a thrilling 12-day guided motorcycle tour through the heart of New Zealand’s South Island. Ride across spectacular alpine passes, wind along coastal highways, and explore breathtaking backcountry roads—all while soaking in the beauty of one of the world's best motorcycling destinations.
Highlights
- Embark on adventure that starts and ends in Christchurch
- Enjoy a seamless experience led by knowledgeable guides
- Rugged coasts to mountain passes — every road a rider’s dream
- Ride Milford Sound, Queenstown, Takaka Hill, Molesworth Station
- Reach Punakaiki, home to the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
- Take time to unwind in vibrant locations like Queenstown
- Two professional guides (1 guide for groups of less than 4) with first aid and mechanical support
- 12 nights accommodation with airport pick-up
Ride Details
- Terrain
- Mostly paved, with 160 kilometers section of gravel road
- Bike
- Rental bike (customized Royal Enfield Himalayan 450)
- Mileage
- 2,750 kilometers / 1,709 miles
- Daily rides
- 90 - 381 kilometers / 56 - 237 miles
- Riding gear
- Not included - but does have a limited range of helmets, jackets, trousers, gloves, and boots available for hire
- Meals
- Daily breakfasts and 5 dinners
What's included
- Customised Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 with luggage, insurance, and fuel all included (insurance excess reduction available)
- 12 nights accommodation in clean, comfortable hotels, and motels
- Daily breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Two professional guides, including first aid and mechanical support
- Short scenic Bush walks
- Options to attend attractions and cultural experiences
- Airport pick-up
Not included
- Airfare
- Airport drop-off
- Other meals beyond the mentioned included
- Riding gear
- Extra activities
Accommodation
Guests will be accommodated in clean and comfortable hotels and motels, with some rustic inns and heritage areas.
Food
New Zealand food is of very high quality ingredients and palatable to all tastes. Almost every venue in New Zealand offers Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options along with Hearty meals. Serving size in the South Island is on the large side and extremely good value.
Getting There
This tour will take place in New Zealand's South Island. Starting and ending in Christchurch City. A beautiful vibrant city that has rebounded in many ways since the devastating 2011 earthquake - a great example of the strength and positivity of the locals. The Southern Loop takes in Hanmer Springs, 160km gravel road through the Molesworth station, 24km of winding road over the Takaka hills into B
