From here we ride the first section of the Lake Dunstan Trail along the lake through to the Cromwell Heritage Precinct. This 10km bike trail following the Hawea River from Albert Town to Lake Hawea is an easy grade and beautifully scenic.Īfter lunch we transfer the short distance to Smith's Way on the shore of Lake Dunstan. Next up is the delightful Hawea River Track, easily accessed from the end of the Outlet track. This stretch of the river is world-renowned for its trout fishing and the track offers easy riding with many spots to stop and enjoy the spectacular scenery along the way. This leads us onto the Roxburgh Gorge Trail which includes a scenic jet boat ride on the Clutha through the narrow, rugged gorge.Ĭharming country towns and warm hospitality are all part of the package, as is delicious food & wine and ample opportunity to meet the locals.Īfter a hearty cafe breakfast we head out of Wanaka on the Outlet Trail following the crystal clear waters of the Clutha River/Mata-Au from the Lake Wanaka outlet to Albert Town. Enjoy riding the purpose built cycle way, past farmland and fruit orchards, following the beautiful turquoise waters of the mighty Clutha River. The next day we head across to Lawrence and ride the Clutha Gold Cycle Trail, starting near Gabriel’s Gully, the historic sight of the first gold strike in Central Otago. The following day we ride the remainder of the Lake Dunstan Trail, heading across the Bannockburn Bridge, into the picturesque Cromwell Gorge and through to the charming town of Clyde. Next up is the Lake Dunstan Trail, initially following the glistening lake's edge to Cromwell, with time to explore the Cromwell Heritage Precinct. Explore the full Lake Dunstan, Clutha Gold and Roxburgh Gorge trails at the perfect pace on this fully supported trip.Īfter warming up on the stunning Queenstown Trails we head over to Wanaka where we ride the Outlet Track and Lake Hawea River Trail.
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