Bespoke Cycle Tours - Goldfields and Spa Country

This seven-day itinerary delivers some of the most enjoyable cycle touring in Australia at a very relaxed pace. Plenty of time to appreciate the beauty of the Alpine Valley's and the fertile plains stretching out to the Murray River. The High Country region has a strong agricultural tradition including the growing of hops, chestnuts and walnuts, apples and wine grapes. You'll meet earthy farmers and winemakers as well as colourful historians who bring to life the regions rich gold and bush-ranging history.      
 
You'll cycle on average 50 kms per day with over half the distance on the rail trails. The back-up vehicle is there to provide full support throughout the tour. There is plenty of time to relax and explore the quaint towns and connect with the 'locals'. Each night you will appreciate carefully selected accommodation. In Beechworth you will enjoy boutique B & B accommodation central to Beechworth’s array of quaint shops; cafes, restaurants, and cultural attractions.  You will enjoy dining at a selection of the regions best restaurants; picnic and winery lunches and leisurely breakfasts always with a good coffee at hand.

The Goldfields Discovery Tour is more than a six day, 250 kilometre cycling tour on predominantly quiet roadways across a diversity of attractive landscapes. Plenty of time to relax, visit attractions and meet a range of locals each with a fine story to tell. 

The tour starts and finishes in the quaint village of Trentham; 95 kilometres from Melbourne. Cycle quiet back roads then overnight at the Northern Arts Hotel in Castlemaine; perfect to experience the town’s vibe and meet some of its artisans. Day two cycle to Maldon; possibly Australia’s best preserved gold mining town.  

Day three and onto the volcanic plains of Maryborough via a lunch visit to a farm and the Havelock Nature Conservation Park (a birders delight). Overnight at the wonderfully restored Bull and Mouth Hotel. Day four is a longer cycle including lunch with the owners of a boutique winery.   

Day four and five: two nights in Australia's spa capital Daylesford with short ride options. Dine at an exquisite 2 Hat rated Japanese restaurant. The final days cycle to Trentham is a scenic delight and includes a country picnic lunch. Tours concludes by 2:00pm.