Private Tour

Great Taste Beer Tour by Bicycle (Self-guided)

Overview

6 hours

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If you love beer and fancy getting some exercise at the same time, this is the tour for you!

We cater for groups, big and small. This tour is unguided, but you will be briefed and have a map to show you the way. You can take your time and enjoy the tastes of Nelson at your leisure.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

You will enjoy this scenic beer tour, taking in some of Nelson's best bars and breweries. There's an English pub, historic brewery and a wealth of craft beers to choose from. A beer / cider tasting paddle is included whilst you watch the brewers at work. The cycle route passes along the coast and a section of the historic Railway Reserve. There are information boards to learn about the region's rich history and there are pretty views over the Waimea estuary. Families can stop at a playground or beach and Pic's Peanut Butter World is well worth a stop (tours available by booking in advance online). The tour starts and finishes at The Gentle Cycling Company Distance approximately 23 km. Flat, urban and on a cycle trail What's included: Door-to-door return transfers. Depart Nelson city 10.30am, return 4.30/5pm Full day bike hire, helmet, souvenir map, emergency support 4 beers/ciders tasting paddle at McCashin’s Tap Room

Sample Menu

main

Pizza

The Eddyline Brewery makes amazing pizzas that we suggest you enjoy for lunch (not included in tour price)

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Full day bike hire, helmet, souvenir map, emergency support

Alcoholic Beverages

Lunch

Pickup points

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Great Taste Beer Tour

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Reviews

4.90

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Cycle Nelson Highly Recommended very friendly
keithv40,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very friendly bike store. We hired on spec and Lisa was very friendly with the ever positive New Zealand can do attitude. Highly recommended. We did the great taste trail to Mapua and back in 4 hours and a bit. We didnt go across the ferry as it only operates every hour. Lisa suggested that we have lunch at the Siefried Winery which was perfect. We had the seafood chowder it was also perfect. With just an hour and 10 minutes to get back we went down the A6 with the wind behind us and rejoined the GTT at Richmond. With the 30 minutes at the winery this was tight. If you have the opportunity undertake the trip with the tide in it will be a lot prettier. Also you will need a full day ion you want to stop off the places and especially if you want to go over across the estuary and have limited cycling experience.
Tahuna beach to Rabbit Island
Neal H,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good quality bikes available. Nice flat route to Rabbit Island. A bit of cycling by the side of the highway but mainly by the coast on gravel or boardwalks. Recommended
Terrific guided day tour
doncC3480BI,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I enjoyed the opportunity to have a terrific guided ride with one of the owners, who made the Ebike ride a gentle trek against the occasional strong breeze.
Brilliant paddle and pedal tour
Kody06,,Feb 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Actually did the paddle and pedal combo! Best $70 dollars ive ever spent! What a great day out and fantastic way to explore Nelson and surrounds. Excellenf service from both companies. Started the day by collecting the bike and heading down the road for a wee paddle at 9:00am. Then had bike hire available until 5pm, allowing a great day of riding! Recommend checking out rabbit island and doing a city tour via alt route on way back
Tasman Great Taste Trail ride
jameskH6746FW,,Jan 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything worked seamlessly: online registration was easy, the bikes were ready for us when we arrived, the staff did an excellent job of prepping us, the equipment worked great and the ride instructions were spot on. Well done! Jim
Amazing Spooners tunnel cycle
Luke J,,Jul 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our experience with The Gentle Cycling Company's Spooners Tunnel self-guided tour was exceptional, thanks to Chris and Bernie. They provided us with excellent bikes and clear route instructions, making the journey through New Zealand's longest disused railway tunnel truly unforgettable. Chris’s local knowledge on the shuttle up there was very informative, ensuring we knew where to stop for pies and scones. For anyone visiting Nelson, I highly recommend this tour with The Gentle Cycling Company—it's a perfect way to explore the Nelson area at your own pace.
Cycling in Northeast New Zealand
740PaulK,,Apr 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We found this bicycle tour to be extraordinary. Bernie, Chris and Bridget were very helpful. They gave us great flexibility on picking up the bikes and also dropping them off a bit late. We found that the bikes were in great shape. We bite for two days and enjoyed the coastal route to rabbit Island to be very much fun. However, the trip to Spooner tunnel was extraordinary. We were climbing a hill. We were very glad to be using E bikes for this trip I would highly recommend you use gentle cycling company for your experience in the Nelson area. There’s no better way to see this part of New Zealand then on a bike. We were in New Zealand for two weeks. We found this to be our best adventure.
Fantastic Day
Darryl P,,Mar 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic day, great bikes super nice people to deal with. Outstanding service, highly recommended way to spend a day.
Great experience
855JohnG,,Feb 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Was as good as I hoped. Bike was a bit heavier than I’m used to but did the job. Staff very helpful and cheerful. I made an error in my booking but they moved the date no problem
Bikes Beers and great fun!
Nick S,,Feb 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
A great day out! We talked to Bernie about the ride before booking and she was really helpful explaining the type of bikes and terrain. Spent a bit more time next to busy roads than we'd have liked, but overall a great experience. The bikes were well maintained and good quality Bernie and her team were great.