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Explore the World from the Vantage Point of Your Handle Bars on Our Cycling Tours & Adventures

If your preference is to explore the world from the vantage point of your handle bars, you’ve found the right trips. You’ll be fully vehicle supported, so you can focus on enjoying the ride – and the scenery.   
 

Cycling Adventures Blogs & Stories

Exploring the Wildly Beautiful West Coast of New Zealand

We love sharing details about lesser-known parts of our homeland, beautiful New Zealand. There is…

What Makes New Zealand a Great Vacation Destination?

New Zealand has something for everyone, and is the perfect place to invigorate your heart…

Exploring the Volcanic Central Plateau of New Zealand

Otherworldly. Unique. Beautiful. The Central Plateau of New Zealand's North Island is a land brought…

Preparing for a Multi-Day Cycling Trip: 5 Activities to Do Before You Go

 

Circumnavigating Crater Lake in Oregon. Riding between the mountains and the oceans in Yamingsham National…

Podcast: Kit Parks Interviews David and Tina About their Ecuador Adventure

Kit Parks from Active Travel Adventures interviews David and Tina about their 7-day Ecuador Volcano…

Keeping Up With Our New Zealand Guides

You’ve heard us say it before, and you’ll hear us say it again, we have…

Conquer the Alps to Ocean Trail, an Iconic New Zealand Bike Ride

The longest continuous bike ride in New Zealand, the Alps to Ocean trail, showcases Mother…

Hike or Bike the Paparoa Track

The Paparoa Track crosses 55km of the Paparoa National Park, from Blackball to Punakaiki. The…

The Eight Best Things to Do in the Dolomites, Italy

Pictures of the towering rock monoliths of the Italian Dolomites are everywhere. You’ve no doubt…

Top things to do in Mount Aspiring National Park

Mount Aspiring National Park is a hiker's paradise and a must for mountaineers. The park…

Podcast: Annie Allen talks with Kit about her 'Dolomiti' adventure in the Italian Dolomites

 

Most awesome active adventure“This trip was perfect, just the right amount of physical exertion, combined…

Podcast: Linda Cohen Dickens talks with Kit about her 'Tour du Mont Blanc' adventure

 

My Mont Blanc Circuit“This trip not only provided an upfront tour of one of the…

Things do Do in Queenstown for Non-Adrenaline Junkies

The first thing that probably comes to mind when you hear Queenstown is ‘Adventure Capital of the…

Video: Ultimate South Island Adventure trip

The Ulitimate South Island Adventure, formally known as the "Rimu", is our signature New Zealand…

Video: Ultimate South Island Adventure Highlights

Our signature New Zealand trip is 14 days of hiking, biking, and kayaking round the…

Trek the Tour du Mont Blanc: Learn About our Guided Itinerary

Strap on your best pair of hiking boots – this is one for the bucket…

Best Cycle Trails in New Zealand

New Zealand boasts some of the best cycling trails in the world. Whether it's adrenaline-pumping…

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Take 10% off the trip price when you book a trip and pay in full

By paying in full we are able to pass on savings to our guests, but please note that by opting for this payment plan, your booking becomes non-refundable, non-cancellable, and non-changeable. This offer is only valid for reservations where the trip is no sooner than 180 days from the departure date at time of booking.

We highly recommend that you purchase Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance. We recommend Redpoint Insurance - you can find details here

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Why Travel With Us

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A love of adventure, born in New Zealand

Our passion for exploration is rooted in a strong connection to the natural beauty of our home, New Zealand, and the drive to venture beyond its shores to discover a world different to our own.

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Life-changing, rewarding experiences in breathtaking places

We bring your adventure dreams to life. The best journeys don’t just take you places; they inspire you to be curious, ignite your spirit, and find a new sense of freedom – they can even change your life!

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Expert guides, deep local connections

Feel the heart and soul of each place you visit with our local people on the ground and knowledgeable guides, who take great care to ensure a truly authentic and immersive experience. This is the real deal.

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Adventures inspired by nature

Feel like you're in a world of your own, with unique itineraries to take you away from the usual tourist traps. Enjoy exhilarating activities like hiking, biking, rafting, and kayaking, to explore the very best of each destination.

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Flexible, personalized experiences

We take the time to get to know you to ensure you have the very best experience on our trips. Our small group adventures are big on flexibility — no matter what your version of "active" is, we have options on each trip to suit every individual.

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All-inclusive — with everything organized for you

Imagine a vacation that's fully guided, and everything is taken care of and included in the trip price — all accommodations, activities, transport on-trip, most meals, and more! Effortless and value-packed.