Dear Fellow Cyclists, new and old

Pedaltours is now in its 25th year of offering fabulous cycling holidays. We at Pedaltours are as passionate about the trips we offer as ever.

Many who have travelled with us over the years return time and again to see another stunning corner of our world.

All our routes have been thoroughly scouted and lodges carefully chosen. Cyclists' hearty appetites are well catered for with cooked breakfasts and substantial dinners included most days.

Our local guides add that extra personal touch with their extensive knowledge of each area, the flora, fauna and the outdoors. The Pedaltours team is dedicated to bringing you the bicycle holiday of a lifetime.

A Pedaltour is for every-one, ride at your own pace and make use of the support van when you choose.

I have had the pleasure of planning and cycling all our routes; come and join us for a fabulous vacation. 

Contact me now on richard@pedaltours.co.nz

Richard Oddy
Chief Spoke

Helen Crabb: Tour Co-Ordinator
Has cycled extensively in the South Island, enjoys biking and hiking and wrote the South Island Cycle Touring Guide.

John Bell
John has a professional and horticultural background, with a strong interest in hiking, yachting and cycling. Has guided since 2002.

Tony Hughes
Tony has been our very capable South Island Manager since 2010.

In Memoriam Peter Graham, Senior Tour Guide
Pedaltours was shocked and saddened by the death in December 2009 of our dear friend and colleague Peter Graham.  Peter guided for Pedaltours for 18 years and made many good friends in that time.  Our thoughts are with Peter's daughter Ariana and family at this sad time.

Testimonials

"Nobody should go on a supported tour of New Zealand with anyone but Pedaltours. They selected outstanding accommodations, restaurant locations and provided absolutely perfect support for the riders. The ride leaders are extremely warm and friendly. Can't get any better. They get an A+ from me. "

"I loved the length of the rides, the mountain passes, the cameraderie, the views, the laughter, the joy, the love.  This was the ultimate.  Thank you!  Believe me, after this trip of a lifetime, I'm your biggest fan!                 

Awesome.  Both Bill and Alex have a wonderful sense of tolerance and humour. They are great at what they do and I would love to travel with them again.  

Outstanding! Helen, Lisa and Richard always responded promptly."  

"I had a fantastic time!  Em has done a wonderful job guiding us and rounding up the strays like a mother hen!  I feel like I have known her for years..

I had to change plans because of the earthquake and was kept well informed as to what options I could have and about meeting up."

"Loved every minute of the trip and did not want it to end.  You have ruined me now and I doubt I will ever be able to go on another camping tour again….

Both Emma and Brett were fantastic.  Emma was well organised, efficient, kept everyone moving while still letting everybody have fun and do what they wanted… Brett's sense of humour was worth the price of the tour fee on its own.

I enjoyed everything, especially the cycling, rental bike, guides and the company of the other tour members.  Being an introverted loner type the amount of enjoyment I got from the social aspects of the tour far exceeded anything I have experienced on a dozen or so other cycling tours.  Best rental bike I have ever had… Was able to ride the Trek 7.5T hybrid all day with no (lower back) pain."

“I especially liked the Saigon Morin in Hue (huge room with lots of character), the Vinh Hung Resort in Hoi An and the Novotel in Nha Trang.  I really appreciated that the hotels on rest days were within easy walking distance of many attractions.

Guides were OUTSTANDING!  One of the best support teams I have ever had on a bike trip. Nhan provided so much insight into the culture and history of Vietnam.  He would often stop along the route and explain things – a wedding, a funeral, a rubber plantation etc.  A staff member was at every turn – it was impossible to get lost.

I loved being greeted along the road by adorable, smiling children.  I always felt safe and welcome in their country.  It was fascinating to see so much every day – rice farms, shrimp farms, families on motor bikes, water buffalo, all kinds of animals.  Riding elephants was a blast!"

“It was more like an opportunity to see India while on a bicycle versus a typical bicycle trip where you receive a map or directions and then head out on your own or in small groups.

Marilyn provided outstanding service. She lives up to the high standards that I have seen from your guides in New Zealand and Vietnam.

The thing that I enjoyed the most was seeing a cross section of India from the busy tourist areas to the remote country. Our time at Bijaipur was special with the chance to meet the owner of the palace and to cycle with him as our personal guide through his land holdings. Seeing the remote areas and the friendly people will always be a very good memory.”