Category: Winery

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Under the Tuscan Sun – Italy <00/00/2029>

We are off to the famous white roads and vineyards of the Tuscan region.

00 xxx 2029

This would suit experienced cyclists, happy to ride all day for several days. There will be a wide variation of terrain so a Hardtail Mountain Bike or Gravel Bike with grippy tyres and a wide range of gears would be best.

You don’t need to carry the Kitchen Sink as we will have the Queen of Support helping us each and every day.

But it’s not just about the cycling, we will bombard your senses and tastes with historical and cultural visits as well as sampling the best of what the region has to offer.

Don’t miss out, book your space now.
$2,500NZD per person
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.
Flights are not included

Please note that there are minimum numbers required for this ride.

Contact us if you are interested.

What’s included:
Pick up and drop off at the airport/ train station
All transport
Transport to sightseeing areas of interest.
Guided cycle rides
Support van on group rides
Limited Mechanical assistance
Accommodation (twin share)
Breakfasts, lunch & most dinners

Register now as there are limited places.

What you need:
A sense of adventure & fun!
Be an intermediate level rider however we can help you make the
transition (you should be comfortable riding a bike for 4-6 hours)
A well maintained bike, spares and gear sufficient for a day of riding.
Any medication you require and food/water for the day.

A detailed ride guide and gear list will be sent to registered riders.

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RADelaide – Australia <06/04/2028>

We are off to the gentrified hills of Adelaide!

06-12 April 2028

This would suit experienced cyclists, happy to ride all day for several days. There will be a wide variation of terrain so a Hardtail Mountain Bike or Gravel Bike with grippy tyres and a wide range of gears would be best.

You don’t need to carry the Kitchen Sink as we will have the Queen of Support helping us each and every day.

But it’s not just about the cycling, we will bombard your senses and tastes with historical and cultural visits as well as sampling the best of what the region has to offer.

Don’t miss out, book your space now.
$2,500NZD per person
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.
Flights are not included

Please note that there are minimum numbers required for this ride.

Contact us if you are interested.

What’s included:
Pick up and drop off at the airport/ train station
All transport
Transport to sightseeing areas of interest.
Guided cycle rides
Support van on group rides
Limited Mechanical assistance
Accommodation (twin share)
Breakfasts, lunch & most dinners

Register now as there are limited places.

What you need:
A sense of adventure & fun!
Be an intermediate level rider however we can help you make the
transition (you should be comfortable riding a bike for 4-6 hours)
A well maintained bike, spares and gear sufficient for a day of riding.
Any medication you require and food/water for the day.

A detailed ride guide and gear list will be sent to registered riders.

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Jura Mountains – France <13/05/2027>

We are off to the Magnificent Mountains of Jura in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

13- 19 May 2028

This would suit experienced cyclists, happy to ride all day for several days. There will be a wide variation of terrain so a Hardtail Mountain Bike or Gravel Bike with grippy tyres and a wide range of gears would be best.

You don’t need to carry the Kitchen Sink as we will have the Queen of Support helping us each and every day.

But it’s not just about the cycling, we will bombard your senses and tastes with historical and cultural visits as well as sampling the best of what the region has to offer.

Don’t miss out, book your space now.
$2,500NZD per person
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.
Flights are not included

Please note that there are minimum numbers required for this ride.

Contact us if you are interested.

What’s included:
Pick up and drop off at the airport/ train station
All transport
Transport to sightseeing areas of interest.
Guided cycle rides
Support van on group rides
Limited Mechanical assistance
Accommodation (twin share)
Breakfasts, lunch & most dinners

Register now as there are limited places.

What you need:
A sense of adventure & fun!
Be an intermediate level rider however we can help you make the
transition (you should be comfortable riding a bike for 4-6 hours)
A well maintained bike, spares and gear sufficient for a day of riding.
Any medication you require and food/water for the day.

A detailed ride guide and gear list will be sent to registered riders.

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Gravel Worlds – Nannup <03/10/2026>

We are off to the watch the first real gritty gravel worlds in Nannup Western Australia

3–4 October 2026

This would suit experienced cyclists, happy to ride all day for several days. There will be a wide variation of terrain so a Hardtail Mountain Bike or Gravel Bike with grippy tyres and a wide range of gears would be best.

You don’t need to carry the Kitchen Sink as we will have the Queen of Support helping us each and every day.

But it’s not just about the cycling, we will bombard your senses and tastes with historical and cultural visits as well as sampling the best of what the region has to offer.

Don’t miss out, book your space now.
$2,500NZD per person
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.
Flights are not included

Please note that there are minimum numbers required for this ride.

Contact us if you are interested.

What’s included:
Pick up and drop off at the airport/ train station
All transport
Transport to sightseeing areas of interest.
Guided cycle rides
Support van on group rides
Limited Mechanical assistance
Accommodation (twin share)
Breakfasts, lunch & most dinners

Register now as there are limited places.

What you need:
A sense of adventure & fun!
Be an intermediate level rider however we can help you make the
transition (you should be comfortable riding a bike for 4-6 hours)
A well maintained bike, spares and gear sufficient for a day of riding.
Any medication you require and food/water for the day.

A detailed ride guide and gear list will be sent to registered riders.

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Heartland Tour – Invergiggles <02/04/2026>

We are off to the Deep South of the South Island!

02-08 April 2026

 

This would suit experienced cyclists, happy to ride all day for several days. There will be a wide variation of terrain so a Hardtail Mountain Bike or Gravel Bike with grippy tyres and a wide range of gears would be best.

You don’t need to carry the Kitchen Sink as we will have the Queen of Support helping us each and every day.

But it’s not just about the cycling, we will bombard your senses and tastes with historical and cultural visits as well as sampling the best of what the region has to offer.

Don’t miss out, book your space now.
$1050NZD per person.
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.
Flights are not included.

What’s included:
Pick up and drop off at the airport/ train station
All transport during the tour
Transport to sightseeing areas of interest.
Guided cycle rides
Support vehicle on group rides
Limited Mechanical assistance
Accommodation (twin share)
Breakfasts, lunch & most dinners

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Velo Vino <22/02/2025>

Wheels and Wine
Wine and Cheese
Tastings and Trails
A perfect pairing

We meet in North Christchurch at 9am and will transport you and your bike to Waipara.

This is a great introduction to gravel riding, it is a mostly flat 48kms of easy, fun cycling on gravel roads, sealed roads, farm tracks and of course plenty of wineries to taste the local fare with views a plenty.

Distance – 48.6km
Elevation – 280m
Surface (approx.):
Paved – 72%
Unpaved – 28%

This will be a semi-supported, no drop, guided ride with plenty of stops, finishing at a wine restaurant, and a lift back to Christchurch

You can ride this on a gravel bike, CX bike, mountain bike and most things in between.

Perfect for everyone!

Velo Vino
Velo Vino

The cost will be $50 per person.
Here is the link to the payment portal > Payment
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.

Bring some cash and a backpack for any wine that takes your fancy.
Bring some cash for lunch or sneak in some sammies..

Register now as there are limited places.

 

What you need:
A sense of adventure & fun!
Be an intermediate level rider however we can help you make the
transition (you should be comfortable riding a bike for 4-6 hours)
A well maintained bike, spares and gear sufficient for a day of riding.
Any medication you require and food/water for the day.

A detailed ride guide and gear list will be sent to registered riders.

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Velo Vino <27/03/2021>

Wheels and Wine
Wine and Cheese
Tastings and Trails
A perfect pairing

49 kms of easy, fun cycling on gravel roads, sealed roads, farm tracks and of course plenty of wineries to taste the local fare with views a plenty.

This will be a semi-supported, no drop, guided ride with a musette of goodies, plenty of stops, finishing at a wine restaurant, and a lift back to Christchurch

You can ride this on a gravel bike, CX bike, mountain bike and most things in between.

Perfect for everyone!

The cost will be $40 per person.
Here is the link to the payment portal > https://itu.co.nz/shop/velo-vino/
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.

$ includes guiding, transport, and some lunch.
Bring some cash and a backpack for any wine that takes your fancy.

Register now as there are limited places.

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Velo Vino <16/01/2021>

Wheels and Wine
Wine and Cheese
Tastings and Trails
A perfect pairing

45 kms of easy, fun cycling on gravel roads, sealed roads, farm tracks and of course plenty of wineries to taste the local fare with views a plenty.

This will be a semi-supported, no drop, guided ride with a musette of goodies, plenty of stops, finishing at a wine restaurant, and a lift back to Christchurch

You can ride this on a gravel bike, CX bike, mountain bike and most things in between.

Perfect for everyone!

The cost will be $40 per person.
Here is the link to the payment portal > https://itu.co.nz/shop/velo-vino/
You need to register and pay before your place is secured.

$ includes guiding, transport, musette and some goodies.
Bring some cash and a backpack for any wine that takes your fancy.
Bring some cash for lunch or sneak in some sammies..

Register now as there are limited places.

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Velo Vino <05/01/2020>

Wheels and Wine
Wine and Cheese
Tastings and Trails
A perfect pairing

45 kms of easy, fun cycling on gravel roads, sealed roads, farm tracks and of course plenty of wineries to taste the local fare with views a plenty.

This will be a semi-supported, no drop, guided ride with a musette of goodies, plenty of stops, finishing at a wine restaurant, and a lift back to Christchurch

You can ride this on a gravel bike, CX bike, mountain bike and most things in between.

Perfect for everyone!

The cost will be $40 per person.
$ includes guiding, transport, musette and some goodies.
Bring some cash and a backpack for any wine that takes your fancy.
Bring some cash for lunch or sneak in some sammies..

Register now as there are limited places.

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Distillery Daze <02/03/19>

Something a little different,

Another great introduction to non-traditional riding, it is flat 40ks with a little bit of road, sand, singletrack, gravel and highway.

This will be a semi-supported, no drop, guided ride with a couple of cafe stops and a distillery tasting at the end!

Perfect for the person who hasn’t ridden off-road on a road bike before and wants to in a no pressure group. Or just a social play with friends new and old. It’s not a race!

Road bike, adventure bikes, fat bikes, mountain bikes, e-bikes and everything in between welcome.

The cost will be $20 per person.
Date > 02 March 2019.

Register now as there are limited places.