easy
3 hours
Suitable for casual cyclists with basic stamina, including families and beginners.
Discover Marlborough’s vineyards at your own pace with a three-hour self-guided bike rental from Explore Marlborough. Enjoy cycling past peaceful rows of vines and visiting boutique wineries on quiet country roads.
Explore at your own pace! • Fun for all ages • Pick from our full range of Bikes
3 Hour Hire
Includes - Bike with basket, helmet, lock, high visibility vest, map
Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality equipment and send you on your way with all the recommendations, tips and hints you need to craft your own unforgettable Marlborough wine adventure.
Availability 7 days a week - Year round
Pick Up 3 hour - you collect your bike from our base at The Vines Village (193 Rapaura Rd)
Drop Off 3 hour - you drop your bike back to our base at The Vines Village (193 Rapaura Rd)
Winery Visits In three hours it is possible to visit 3 wineries. But if you’re up for it, you can fit in as many as you like.
Group Size We can accommodate groups of all sizes
Difficulty Low – the terrain is gentle, the pace is leisurely and we can recommend a route that allows you to stick to bike paths and quiet country roads.
We Provide
Adult Bikes: $45.00 (ages 13yrs+)
Adult Tandem: $90.00 (2 people)
Adult Electric Bikes: $90.00 (ages 13yrs+)
Child Bikes: $30.00 (ages 8-12yrs old or 120-145cm)
Children Tag-along Bikes: $20.00 (ages 3-7yrs or 95cm-120cm)
Kid's Trailers: $20.00 (ages under 5yrs)
Baby Seats: $10.00 (ages under 4 yrs)
Aim for 2–3 wineries in three hours to enjoy relaxed tastings without rushing.
Safety gear is provided and crucial for bike rides on quiet public roads.
The Marlborough sun can be strong; stay hydrated and protect your skin during your ride.
Use provided locks to secure your bike while enjoying tastings at cellar doors.
Marlborough’s wine industry began establishing internationally in the 1970s, transforming Rapaura’s landscape and economy into a global wine hub.
Explore Marlborough encourages sustainable tourism by promoting responsible cycling and enhancing appreciation for the region’s agricultural ecosystems.
Protects your head during cycling and is provided by the company.
Staying hydrated during your ride, especially in warmer months, is critical.
summer specific
Protect your skin from the Marlborough sun on exposed sections of the ride.
summer specific
Improves comfort for longer periods in the saddle.