Cycling around the stunning countryside of New Zealand will expose you to the untouched beauty that it has become so famous for.

Make the scenery last longer and explore back country roads, fabulous landscapes and remarkable highways with the freedom a bicycle offers.

New Zealand is home to some of the world's most sought after cycling trails, so it is no wonder so many people travel here for cycling holidays.

Whether you wish to cycle on a short trail, on an all-day adventure or simply around one of the country towns or major cities, a bike will give you the freedom to travel at your own pace and explore areas a motorhome simply cannot get to.

Some of New Zealand's most popular cycling trails include:

The Queenstown Trail - A 100-kilometre trail within the Wakatipu Basin, exposing cyclists to the wine area of Gibbston Valley, the historic town of Arrowton and the unsurpassed beauty of Lake Hayes.

Taupo Lake Track - Suitable for beginners and intermediates, this track runs for 100-kilometres around Australasia's largest freshwater lake and eventually winds up the in the beautiful Tongariro National Park.

Waikato River Trail - Located in New Zealand's rural heartland, this trail takes in 100-kilometres of the incredible shores of the Waikato River. The track is broken up into smaller individual trails, making it ideal for those seeking short rides.

Other popular regions for cycling include:

• Auckland and Northland
  
• Bay of Plenty, Hawkes Bay
• Gisborne and East Cape
  
• Nelson and Marlborough
  
• West Coast (South Island)
  
• Canterbury
  
• Mackenzie Country
  
• Southern Lakes

When you hire a United, Alpha or Britz vehicle for your motorhome adventure in New Zealand, be sure to include bike hire in your rental so you can explore this amazing country in a whole new light!

Bicycle Hire Terms and Conditions

• United and Alpha bicycles are all general purpose models, suitable for both road and moderate off road conditions. Pure mountain bikes are not available.
• Similar children's models are available on request.
• A maximum of three bicycles can be fitted on the bicycle rack provided on the 6 and 4 Berth motorhomes. On all 2 and 3 Berth models the maximum is 2 bicycles.
• A helmet (compulsory in New Zealand), cycle lock and repair kit are supplied with each bicycle.

• All bicycles are insured by United Vehicle Rentals, however a liability fee of NZ$100 per bicycle and bike rack will apply to cover loss or damage.
• Costs for normal on-road maintenance will be at United Vehicle Rentals' expense. However, any replacements or repairs required due to the fault of the hirer up to the value of NZ$100 per bicycle and/or bicycle rack will be made by the hirer.
• Bicycle hire should be completed at the same time as the vehicle hire to avoid disappointment due to non-availability.
  

Britz Campervan Hire

• Britz offers two kinds of bikes for hire with your campervan rental: the Britz mountain bike, which is suitable for off-road cycling, and the Britz hybrid bike, which is perfect for trail and town riding.
• The cost of these varies depending on the length of the hire. For 3-13 days it is $23/day, for 14-20 days it is $19/day and for 21 days of longer it is $16/day. A minimum hire period of 3 days applies.
• All bike hire packages include helmet, flat pedals, bottle cage, rear rack, puncture repare kit, pump, spare tube, tyre levers, multi tool, lock and key and 0800 on road service. A range of additional items can also be hired.
• Travellers can also hire bike racks which come at a cost $50 per hire. One rack can be fitted per campervan, with the 2 Berth rack holding 2 bicycles, and the 4 and 6 Berth racks holding up to 3 bicycles.
• Bike hire is only available from Auckland and Christchurch depots, with one-way bike hire an option between these two locations at no additional cost.
• The bike hire bond is $400, which is payable directly to Britz's partner, Natural High, at the time of pick-up. This may be paid with a credit card imprint or cash.
• Insurance for the bicycle hire can be purchased directly through Natural High, for a charge of 15% of the total hire cost.
• NB: Bike hire is not available with the Britz HiTop or Britz Voyager.