PRESS PLAY · SELF-GUIDED BIKE TOURS IN AUSTRALIA
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 8 self-guided bike tours in Australia justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back to the walking.
Pick up a bike in Manly and follow a self-guided route across 20 kilometres of bike paths, streets, and off-road trails. Ride to North Head, Q Station, Shelly Beach, Manly Beach, and Cabbage Tree Bay, using the supplied map to set your own pace.
“This was a great way to see the Manly Beach area. They provided breakfast staff was held our stuff so we didn’t have to take it all with us.”
Meet Sam in Blackheath for a 29er Merida e-bike, helmet, trail briefing, and practical riding tips. Follow a mostly easy fire trail to Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock, then return the same way. Allow three to four hours, and bring shoes with strong grip.
“The organization was excellent and very professional sights were amazing Sam was excellent and had an enormous amount of knowledge”
Start at Seawinds Gardens with bike, helmet, map, water bottle, and route briefing from Alison of Cycling Vine Tours. Ride from Arthurs Seat through Red Hill’s food and wine country to Merricks Beach, with optional stops at orchards, wineries, breweries, and eateries. Phone support is available as you ride.
“We booked a mountain bike tour with Cycling Vine Tours for our end-of-year work Christmas party and it was absolutely brilliant. The bikes were excellent and the ride was fun without being difficult, making it perfect for everyone.”
Ride Sydney at your own pace on a comfortable electric bike guided by the Wheel Explorer App. Follow audio directions from Pyrmont through Darling Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, gardens, Woolloomooloo, Surry Hills, and Chinatown. Guided help with Jake may also be available.
“This was a pleasant tour and an easy way to learn about the city. The guide shared a lot of useful information and explained everything clearly. The city is beautiful, and the tour gave a good overview. I’d recommend it to anyone looking to explore and learn more.”
Start at the Goat Shed in Belair National Park, where Ian provides a Bosch-powered Focus Jarifa e-bike, safety gear, and a GPS route. Choose a gentle wildlife ride, a winery outing, or the demanding 51-kilometre Route 8 through roads, gravel, and mountain-bike tracks.
“Mehrere Touren zur Auswahl. Schöne Landschaft, freundliches Personal”
Start at the Goat Shed in Belair National Park with coffee, a muffin, and a test ride. Follow a GPS route by Focus Bosch e-bike through Belair, conservation parks, and the Adelaide Hills, then stop at Deviation Road or Tapanappa for sparkling wine and a local produce platter. Ollie and Ian can help with bike support.
“First things first. The staff of Escapegoat is exceptional, and the bikes are well-maintained. More on both after this - the routes are for those in very good physical condition ONLY. LOTS of uphill, LOTS of challenging runs. That said, the staff went out of their way to help a member of our group who opted out once we got to the winery. They also came and changed a flat so we could finish out the ride. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip but, please, don’t attempt if you’re not in pretty good shape. Thanks, Ollie and Ian, for your help and hospitality!!”
Start at Uraidla Hotel and follow a voice-guided 17.5km route through Piccadilly Valley, Cleland country and Mt Lofty views. E-Go Bike Hire supplies a premium e-bike, helmet, lock, phone holder, gloves and support. Add wildlife, wine or bakery stops at your own pace.
“Organiser was very helpful with the bikes and suggesting a route. Bikes were top notch and came with various assessories.”
Start at Queenscliff Station with bikes, helmets, water and a route map. Libbie or Allison can tailor the ride to your fitness and interests as you cycle up to 25 kilometres along the Bellarine Rail Trail, stopping for wine, coffee, local produce and time in Queenscliff.
“Great fun. Lovely surroundings to explore on 2 wheels. Libbie was super host, helping us get the most out of the trip. Would totally recommend!”
Pick a walk, a drive, a ticket or a game.
