Remutaka Rail Trail Explorer - eBike Cruise Ship Shore Excursion

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Discover the Remutaka area’s rich rail history and natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike) day trip. The flagship of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this trail is suitable for riders of all levels, 28km of easy / moderate riding.

Cycle through native forest, over bridges and through tunnels while enjoying views of the landscape and the old railway system. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch at the Summit and embark on a fun descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, home to some of New Zealand’s most scenic farmland. Then ride along the country side into Featherston to the Royal Hotel.

You will be provided with everything for your adventure - transport to and from your cruise ship, eBikes with trunk bags for your personal effects, and all food - so all you need to do is wear appropriate clothing and be ready to ride!

Thông tin khác

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please provide the following at time of booking, so we can make sure your day goes smoothly:

Info regarding your dietary requirements - eg "no seafood please", "gluten free", "vegetarian"

Your approximate height (for bike sizing) - inches or cm are fine.

Trips are subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund at your discretion.

Please wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity. During the warmer months, this means shorts and a t-shirt for riding, and a light jacket in reserve. During the colder months you may prefer long pants or tights (nothing baggy that may catch on the bike!), with a tshirt, fleece and light jacket in reserve. Closed shoes - running shoes are perfect - must be worn at all times.

Please let us know your dietary restrictions at the time of booking. If we do not receive them, we will provide a standard lunch with anything goes.

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Bao gồm

Knowledgeable and friendly host, who will provide information regarding the trail and what to expect throughout the day.

All transport - shuttles to and from Wellington port.

Lunch and water provided - Please message us your dietary restrictions or if you eat anything ASAP!

All taxes/fees are included in the headline price - no hidden extras.

eBike (electric bike) - please message us if you prefer a mountain eBike or step through eBike ASAP!

Helmets and other safety gear, racks and a pannier bag for your personal effects.

Excludes on-trail guide - our friendly staff will brief you and answer any questions you may have, but the trail is really easy to follow and full of information stations, so a guide isn't really necessary.

Cần Quan Tâm

Wellington

9.15am We'll pick you up from the cruise ship port in Wellington, we'll then drive to the start of the trail

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Start point for your 28km ride. Start your adventure with a very gradual incline through native bush. Pass through tunnels (headlights provided!) and over bridges, while checking out information boards detailing the enormous task of constructing the old fell railway system. Reach the summit - a large grassy plateau perfect for a picnic or cold drink - then enjoy a fun (but easily controllable!) descent to Cross Creek in the Wairarapa, surrounded by some of NZ's most scenic farmland. Then follow a beautiful track through the countryside to the Royal Hotel in Featherston.

4 hours • Không Có Vé

Tùy chọn

Mountain Bike

Pickup included

Đánh giá

5.00

10 đánh giá

Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor

This tour must have been done
Holger R,
20 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
If you like to ride a bike, you must have done this tour. I'm not usually so exuberant, but just great. Because I rate this tour this way , I also take time to make some important comments that are not meant to diminish the experience, but just to give hints. For pick up ,it was arrived from terminal ,bin by ship, talked, this was misleading to me.Had searched for a terminal building in Wellington, but there is not. The many port staff could not help me properly with the given address either.It would have been easier with a note :Pick up directly at,in front of the ship ,where all providers are Pick up was 15 minutes, after agreed pick up time ,the two friendly ladies ,had no problem with it. The trip took about 45 minutes.At briefing you then learn ,there is no guide.Nowhere was written about it before.Was shocking for me ,with little English skills at first . And now comes my replay, it was from the first kilometer fantastic .It always went slightly downhill ,15 km long ,great views,the tunnel passages ,short breath-holding ,Gigantic.In oncoming traffic, in the tunnel ,only with bicycle lamp ,well. The possible stops for a break or view ,just awesome. IAnd now again, a critical comment, which cannot diminish the overall picture. The last 2 km already require ridiculous skill, the route is very narrow and it always goes slightly up ind.But all participants have made the course.As an alternative, still made the offered 10 km to a place, was ok ,but you don't have to,can stay even after the first 17 km ,at the pickup meeting point. And again ,who likes to ride a bike ,must do this tour ,as it is always slightly downhill,no condition is required ,only normal bike riding,should be able to,down to the last kilometers....
This tour is what we loved most about our cruise to NZ.
Paul C,
30 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Picked us up at the dock with a little over an hour drive to the trailhead. Unloaded the bikes and sent us on our way with a map and an emergency beacon, food, and water. The old "rail trail" is spectacular with its tunnels and bridges and scenery. Being an old railbed, grades are minor and with E-bikes, really doesn't matter. The last section before you get to the pick up point is a little "technical", but was the best part IMO. Weather was dramatically different once we got to the pass. Bring a cheap rain poncho and shoes that you don't mind getting muddy and wet... just in case. My bike battery was almost dead when I got it, but had just enough to get me to their outpost along the way to swap me out. It was at the outpost we learned that they offer days long tours and If/when we ever get back to NZ, that'll be what we do!
Spectacular Experience and challenging ride
John F,
30 thg 3, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
We had a great time and the views were spectacular. The trail was very manageable for most ability groups. However, I would rate this a moderate overall ability rating. The last section of trail that is very narrow and had a few technical challenges such as quick turns and loose rock. The wind is a variable that needs to be communicated on your website. Great care needs to be taken with gusty winds playing a role in safety. Lunch was very good and more than enough. The tour guides were very informative and pleasant. We really enjoyed our experience. It is well worth going into featherston and purchased some cheeses at the store across from the Royal Hotel meeting spot. Well done!
Fun E-bike Experience
LeAnn H,
17 thg 11, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Dave was fantastic. He picked us up at the Port and dropped us off after our E-bike experience. The E-bikes were very good. Since it was chilly and rainy we ate a hot lunch in Featherton instead of our packed lunch.
One of the best experiences we’ve had!
Amy O,
9 thg 4, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This was an awesome experience start to finish! Isaac picked us up right next to the boat and we headed up the mountain. We got great instructions on how to use the e-bikes and headed out with the lunch, snack and water that was provided. We had lunch at the summit and had the whole thing to ourselves. The only item I would want people to know is that the last 2 km are a little rustic/rough and we started to question if we had gone the right way but we stuck with Issac’s instructions and it all worked out. I would definitely recommend this trip, the views were spectacular!
Great ride near Wellington
Mark W,
21 thg 3, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
A litlte confusing getting off the ship as we didn't know they could pick us up right there on the pier but the staff were VERY responsive and helpful. The bikes were great and the ride to the starting point was good. Beautiful trip through the trail, across the swinging bridge and along the river. Overall it was a really fun day and we would highly recommend it.
Highly recommend
Jay C,
28 thg 2, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Even though it rained most of the ride, it was great! All equipment and organization was perfect. The lunch was very good and the scenery was awesome.
Breathtaking views
Scott S,
24 thg 2, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Amazing tour!! Totally exceeded our expectations!! Dave was fantastic to work with from start to finish! The views were breathtaking and the e-bikes were in great condition. Can’t say enough good things about this tour, would do over again in a heartbeat. If you get the chance, book this tour!!
Must do if you like to bike!
Sarah H,
23 thg 2, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
AMAZING ride! This was such a fun and scenic trip. It never got boring. The scenery is beautiful and the ride was outstanding!
Memorable bike ride
John W,
29 thg 1, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
The scenery was amazing. We did e-bikes. Even tho it was "Windy Wellington", the ride was amazing. Lunch was delicious. Issac was our driver/guide, he was informative and helpful. The trail is very rough and not really good for bike beginners. Be sure to remove your your sunglasses before entering the tunnels!! Would do this again!!