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4 DAYS OF FREEDOM
Wellington
Christchurch 
FROM CITY STREET TO ALPINE PEAKS - THE SOUTH ISLAND YOUR WAY.

4 Days • 1,100+ KM • 50% Dirt & Gravel

Ride between the capital and the Garden City on an unforgettable four-day motorcycle adventure. This fully supported tour takes you off the beaten track and into the heart of New Zealand’s South Island. Whether you start in Wellington or Christchurch, you’ll cross the iconic Cook Strait by ferry and carve a path through the rugged high country and across some of the most legendary alpine passes. Over four days, you’ll tackle winding gravel roads, sweeping highways, and dramatic mountain landscapes. With Arthur’s Pass, Molesworth Station, Lewis Pass, and the Canterbury backroads on the route, every day delivers a new challenge and a new view worth remembering.

Expect:

  • River and creek crossings – wet boots guaranteed.

  • 1,100+ kilometers of adventure – at least half on dirt and gravel.

  • Flexibility – our route adapts to the group’s appetite for adventure.

  • 4 riding days.

  • Support & camaraderie – expert guides, backup vehicle, and a crew of like-minded riders.

This ride is designed for riders with at least some gravel experience who want to experience the best of New Zealand’s backcountry without the hassle of planning.

 Four days. Endless roads. One unforgettable ride.

IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU?

TERRAIN

GRAVEL, DIRT, ROCKS, RIVERS, LOTR LANDSCAPE

RIDERS

GRAVEL EXPERIENCE

DIFFICULTY

LEVEL 1 - 3

DURATION

4 DAYS/ 5 NIGHTS

DISTANCE

1100+ KM

LUGGAGE

CARRIED IN SUPPORT VEHICLE

GROUP SIZE

Up to 6 RIDERS

RIDE SCHEDULE

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Arrival Day – Arrival & Meet-Up (Christchurch/ Wellington)

Day 1 – First Ride: Crossing the ocean and Gravel Cruising 

Day 2 – Into the Sunset

Day 3 – West to East 

Day 4 – Last stretch home

Departure Day – Breakfast & Farewell (Christchurch/ Wellington)

Want the full adventure breakdown?

Click on the link below.

INCLUSIONS

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Ride

  • Adventure-ready motorcycle (choice of models)

  • Full insurance cover

  • 4 days of planned routes + optional extras

Support

  • Expert guide(s) + emergency beacon

  • First aid & mechanical support

  • Support vehicle to carry luggage

Travel

  • Airport pick-up & drop-off 

  • Ferry ride across the Cook Streight

Stay

  • 5 nights twin-share accommodation

Extras

  • Tour T-shirt

EXCLUSIONS

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Gear

  • Riding gear (helmet, visor/goggles, gloves, boots, clothing)

On the Road

  • Meals (plenty of options at stops)

Travel

  • Flights to/from Christchurch

Personal

  • Personal items

PRICING:
2026/27 Season
(October '26 - March '27)

Yamaha Tenere 700 - NZ$ 6200

Husqvarna 701 - NZ$ 6400

NEW BIKE COMMING ! - NZ$ 6200

 

PLEASE NOTE: THE 4 DAYS OF FREEDOM TOUR RUNS IN BOTH DIRECTIONS BETWEEN CHRISTCHURCH & WELLINGTON. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ONE FOR YOU.

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TOUR DATES
STARTING DATE
SPOTS LEFT
BOOK
6 November 2026 (WELL-CHCH)
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7 December 2026 (CHCH-WELL)
6
12 January 2027 (WELL-CHCH)
6
22 March 2027 (CHCH-WELL)
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THE NORTH ISLAND RUMBLE TOUR CAN BE COMBINED WITH THE 4 DAYS OF FREEDOM TOUR AT A REDUCED RATE.

WHAT TO BRING

Riding Gear

  • Helmet

  • Gloves (summer & winter)

  • Adventure or MX boots

  • Jacket & pants (with built-in armour or separate body armour)

  • Thermal base layers (pants & shirt)

  • Waterproof outer shell

  • Removable mid-layers

Nice-to-Haves

  • Helmet comms

  • Goggles

  • Hydration backpack

  • Balaclava / Buff

Off-Bike Essentials

  • Clothing

  • Toiletries

  • Medications

  • Cash/Card for payments

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info@rumblingadv.com

+64 22 301 2392

Unforgettable Motorcycle Adventures

Waitotara Valley Estate Ltd t/a Rumbling Adventures

New Zealand

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