Wedderburn to Clyde – An Overnight Fantastic Ride!

ADDITIONAL TOUR INFORMATION

Your ride begins at the Wedderburn Goods shed made famous through landscape artist Graham Sydney. You will then head to Oturehua and experience quintessential rural New Zealand, call by Gilchrists Store and Hayes Engineering before you cross the Ida Valley.

The Poolburn Gorge Section is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the Otago Central Rail Trail as it cuts through the Raggedy Range that separates the Manuherikia and Ida Valleys. Highlights of this section of the trail include the 37m high Poolburn Viaduct, two tunnels, the trails longest bridge and Central Otago stunning landscapes.

Overnight – Lauder School B&B
Situated across the road from the Otago Central Rail Trail at Lauder. The unique century-old school building has been transformed into three lovely ensuite rooms and a communal dining/social space. There are self-contained studio units which are standalone rustic-style cottages in the school gardens. They also have some very nice shared facility rooms like the aptly named Sports Shed. The Spa pool is always a relaxing way to end the day.

DAY 2 LAUDER TO CLYDE CYCLING DISTANCE 44 KM

Begin with a morning coffee and scones at the Lauder Stationside Cafe, then head to Omakau, you have have the option (a must do) to take a side trip to historic Ophir before cycling down Tiger Hill to the Chatto Creek Tavern. Relax and refresh yourself at the Tavern then can carry on to Alexandra, you have two choices from there stay on the Otago Central Rail Trail or head through Alexandra and return via the River Track.

Otago Central Rail Trail Trust; Rail Trail Passports
These passports are included in your package. The funds go directly to the Otago Central Rail Trail Trust for maintenance of the trail so that others can enjoy the trail after you.

There are three grades of accommodation, generally all accommodation includes a continental breakfast. The exact price will depend on the accommodation that is available and suitable for your group.

Standard Accommodation ( share bathrooms)

•  from $300.00pp

Superior Accommodation (ensuite/own bathroom)

•  from $340.00pp

Boutique/Lodge Accommodation

• Price on application, please talk to us about your requirements.

Accommodation is based on twin share and single supplements will apply for single travelers wanting their own room.

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