Excursion Gisborne city cycling tour at Gisborne

Experience the rustic beauty and charm of Gisborne City in a unique new way during this scenic and invigorating bicycle excursion.

Gisborne City, Bicycle Tour, Light Refreshments

Receive your safety briefing and bicycling instructions, don your safety helmet and high-visibility vest, and begin your guided, approximately 6.5-mile (about ten-kilometre) bicycling adventure through charming Gisborne, a beloved vacation town renowned for its rustic charm. Peddle your comfortable touring cycle through the well-maintained streets with your guide, taking in views of key city landmarks, historical sites and tranquil rivers. Light refreshments are served during the tour.

Captain Cook Monument, City Centre, Landmarks and Historical Sites, Poverty Bay, Three Rivers

Gisborne's residents boast their city is the first to see the sun each morning, but there's more than just the sunrise that makes Gisborne so special. The largest settlement in Eastland, Gisborne played an important part in the European history of New Zealand, for it was here in 1769 that Captain James Cook first set foot on New Zealand soil. A memorial to Cook stands on the foreshore, a monument seen during your ride. Your route is based around the city centre. Located at the north end of Poverty Bay, Gisborne is often called the 'City of Rivers' because three different rivers, one of them the country's shortest, all converge in the centre of town. See the rivers as you cycle part of the river trail. In addition, take in spectacular panoramic views of the bustling harbour and main beaches, Midway and Waikanae, both popular surfing hubs.

Waterfront, Cook's Landing Site

Next, your ride continues along the historic waterfront, the place where the first Maori explorers set foot in Aotearoa. See where legendary explorer Captain James Cook met with the Maori people almost 250 years ago. Maori culture is alive throughout Gisborne, and many old traditions are still evident in parts of the city.

Following a photo stop at the National Heritage Cook's Landing Site, commence the short ride back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Gisborne City Centre, Bicycle Tour, Captain Cook Monument, Landmarks and Historical Sites, Poverty Bay, Three Rivers, Waterfront, Beaches, Cook's Landing Site

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of bicycling for approximately 6.5 miles (about ten kilometres), at times over uneven surfaces and curbs. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition and able to ride a bicycle for long distances at a steady pace. This tour is not recommended for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking or sport shoes, and bring sun protection, raingear, bottled water, a day pack, and windbreaker from the ship. Guests must be at least ten years old to participate on this tour. Bicycles, safety helmets, high-visibility vests and ponchos (in the event of rain) are provided; safety helmets and vests must be worn the entire time whilst bicycling. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence and timings may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.