***THIS TOUR IS NOT OPERATING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. YOU CAN BOOK THE TSS EARNSLAW FARM TOUR OR BBQ LUNCH INSTEAD. FOR BIKE TOURS PLEASE CLICK HERE***
Description
Explore Queenstown's backcountry roads on a cycling tour from Mt Nicholas farm to Walter Peak. Begin your day with a cruise on the Spirit of Queenstown, across Lake Wakatipu to Mt Nicholas High Country Farm as you take in spectacular views of the Remarkables and surrounding scenery. On the way to Mt Nicholas, you will have a brief stop at Bob's Cove to view the flora and fauna along with views towards Glenorchy and Mt Earnslaw.
From Mt Nicholas you will take a 14 km bike ride to Walter Peak Homestead, travelling along backcountry roads with panoramic alpine views. Once you arrive at the homestead you will return to Queenstown on "The Lady of the Lake" the vintage TSS Earnslaw.
Station 2 Station & Farm Tour
Explore Mt Nicholas High Country Farm on a guided farm tour before embarking on your cycle to Walter Peak. Meet the farms working animals, experience a live sheep mustering demonstration, watch sheep shearing and take a 4WD tour of the farm.
Station 2 Station & BBQ
Work up an appetite on your cycle from Mt Nicholas to Walter Peak and reward yourself with a delicious gourmet BBQ lunch at the homestead before boarding the Earnslaw for your return to Queenstown. Enjoy a selection of freshly grilled fish from local waters, tender slabs of beef steak, juicy pork, sumptuous lamb chops, fragrant pork and tasty chicken served alongside a range of fresh seasonal salads, delicious roast vegetables and exciting vegetarian dishes.
Trip Includes
- Cruise to Mt Nicholas Farm on board the Spirit of Queenstown
- 1 hour & 30 minute, 14km cycle on easy, rolling terrain along quiet back country roads
- Bike, helmet, cycle map & water bottle
- Optional farm tour at Mt Nicholas when booking Station 2 Station & Farm Tour
- Optional BBQ Lunch at Walter Peak Homestead when booking Station 2 Station & BBQ Lunch
- Station 2 Station includes a picnic lunch during the Summer (Oct-Apr)
Duration
- Station 2 Station - 4.5 hours including return boat cruise
- Station 2 Station & Farm Tour - 4.5 hours including return boat cruise
- Station 2 Station & BBQ Lunch - 6.5 hours including return boat cruise
Departures
- Station 2 Station departs 11am & 1.15pm (& 9am in Summer Nov-Apr)
- Station 2 Station & Farm Tour/BBQ Lunch departs 11am (& 9am in Sumer Nov-Apr)
- Departs from St Omer Wharf, 110 Beech Street, Queenstown
- Operates daily throughout the year
Other Information
- Quiet back country road through mostly gently rolling terrain
- Moderate fitness required, gentle 14km cycle
- Bring a warm, waterproof jacket, wear shorts or light trousers & comfortable footwear suitable for cycling. Don’t forget insect repellent, sunscreen & camera
- Suitable for children 4 years & over
- If you have your own bike & helmet bookings can be made without hire, please contact us to discuss
***THIS TOUR IS NOT OPERATING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. YOU CAN BOOK THE TSS EARNSLAW FARM TOUR OR BBQ LUNCH INSTEAD. FOR BIKE TOURS PLEASE CLICK HERE***
