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Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour with Explore Marlborough - Blenheim

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour with Explore Marlborough

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for casual cyclists with basic stamina, including families and beginners.

Overview

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.

Rapaura, Marlborough

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour - Three Hour Hire

Explore at your own pace! • Fun for all ages • Pick from our full range of Bikes

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About This Adventure

Complete freedom to visit your wineries of choice and move at your own pace!

Duration

3 Hour Hire

Includes - Bike with basket, helmet, lock, high visibility vest, map

About

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.

Trip Details

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

  • Recommendations: wineries, lunch, wine suggestions
  • Easy-to-follow map with suggested routes
  • A range of quality bikes
  • Helmet, lock and high vis vest
  • Baskets on bikes to carry your gear

Rates

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)

Adventure Tips

Plan winery visits to fit your pace

Aim for 2–3 wineries in three hours to enjoy relaxed tastings without rushing.

Wear a helmet and high-visibility gear

Safety gear is provided and crucial for bike rides on quiet public roads.

Carry water and sunscreen

The Marlborough sun can be strong; stay hydrated and protect your skin during your ride.

Secure your bike when tasting

Use provided locks to secure your bike while enjoying tastings at cellar doors.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • New Zealand Bellbird
  • Australian Magpie

History

Marlborough’s wine industry began establishing internationally in the 1970s, transforming Rapaura’s landscape and economy into a global wine hub.

Conservation

Explore Marlborough encourages sustainable tourism by promoting responsible cycling and enhancing appreciation for the region’s agricultural ecosystems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Helmet

Essential

Protects your head during cycling and is provided by the company.

Water bottle

Essential

Staying hydrated during your ride, especially in warmer months, is critical.

summer specific

Sunscreen

Essential

Protect your skin from the Marlborough sun on exposed sections of the ride.

summer specific

Comfortable padded shorts

Improves comfort for longer periods in the saddle.