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Central Otago 3 Trail Deluxe
4 Days/3 Nights
Ex Clyde or Queenstown
Availability: Year-round, subject to boat availability Duration: 4 Days
Distance: 150km
Description:
This independent cycle adventure is a 4-day / 3-night cycle tour combining the 3 impressive Central Otago cycle trails; the Otago Central Rail Trail, Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold. Spend the first day exploring the famous Otago Central Rail Trail cycling mainly downhill from Auripo to Alexandra. This section takes in one of the most scenic parts of the trail, the Poolburn Gorge. The following 3 days are spent on
through
the majestic Clutha River is amazing. Accommodation is twin/double share at Roxburgh and Beaumont.
Your adventure starts at 9:00am at our Clyde Depot where you will be fitted on your bikes and briefed on your tour. We will then transport you into the peace of the Ida Valley to Auripo. The ride will take you through the Poolburn Gorge featuring two tunnels and two viaducts in a secluded rocky setting. The next town is Omakau where you can have lunch, then it is back on the bikes to cycle the remainder of the trail through to Chatto Creek and then onto your accommodation in Alexandra.
From Alexandra, you will connect with the start of the Roxburgh Gorge Trail and cycle to Doctors Point. Here a local boat operator will meet and transfer you Shingle Creek, and along the way, there is the chance to take in the stunning scenery and listen to an informative, historical commentary. The trail continues through the gorge to Lake Roxburgh Village passing the Roxburgh Dam Lookout with some great photo opportunities. Accommodation is at Lake Roxburgh Village.
The Clutha Gold Trail passes Roxburgh township following the Clutha River / Mata-Au to Millers Flat where you will stay overnight. There are many opportunities to see evidence of the gold mining days as the trail follows the turquoise coloured waters of the river. Lunch options are available to purchase at Roxburgh or Millers Flat.
from Alexandra
The Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold Trails while making your way
to Lawrence. The trail is wide and has a great surface though, in places, it can be steeper than
the Rail Trail, with some climbs and downhill sections. The scenery
through remote gorges, lush farmland and following
Day 1
Auripo to Alexandra
Distance: 47kms
Meals: N/A
Day 2
Alexandra to Lake Roxburgh Village
Distance: 21kms
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Lake Roxburgh Village to Millers Flat
Distance: 29kms
Meals: Breakfast
Otago Central Rail Trail • Roxburgh Gorge Trail • Clutha Gold Trail