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The Inside Loop: an electric bike tour of Auckland's Coolest Neighborhoods

Offered by Power to the Pedal

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$140.00 per person

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

Experience Auckland like a local on this intimate electric bike tour that unveils the hidden gems and vibrant street life of New Zealand's most livable city. This small-group journey, limited to just six participants, ensures a personalized experience as you pedal through the eclectic streets with ease, thanks to your top-of-the-line electric bike.

Starting from a centrally located hotel, within easy reach of the cruise ship terminals, you'll receive a comprehensive orientation to ensure you’re comfortable with your electric bike. Equipped with a helmet and a cycle-specific headset, you’ll safely listen to your guide’s insights and stories as you explore.

Your adventure begins on the newly minted Grafton Gully cycleway, leading you towards Karangahape Road, affectionately known as "K Road". This area, once Auckland's premier shopping district, has undergone a dramatic transformation. Here, you'll pause to absorb stunning views of the city skyline while your guide shares the cultural resurgence that has swept through K Road, now a bustling haven for foodies and fashionistas.

Next, you'll glide towards Ponsonby, a neighborhood renowned for its rich history and vibrant social scene. As you navigate through lesser-known local areas, the distinct character of Auckland’s communities comes alive, offering a deeper appreciation of the city's diverse heritage.

Descending towards sea level, the tour takes you to the prestigious Wynyard Quarter, where you can enjoy the lively atmosphere of public markets and events. Riding over the Te Wero Bridge and along Quay Street, the tour concludes back at your starting point, leaving you enriched with cultural insights and local knowledge that only an insider’s view can provide.

This tour not only highlights the beauty and culture of Auckland but does so in an environmentally friendly and active way, giving you a truly authentic and memorable perspective of the city.

What's Included

  • Use of an urban cycle helmet
  • Experienced and engaging local guide
  • Use of a cycle-specific headset, for commentary as you ride
  • Use of a lightweight rain-jacket, only if needed! (we ride rain or shine in sub-tropical Auckland!)
  • Souvenir photos
  • Use of a fantastic electric bike
  • Local taxes
  • Small bag mounted on bike to store phones, camera etc

Not Included:

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Britomart

    A buzzy shopping and dining district in the heart of the city. Plenty of places to recommend here!

    5 minutes

  2. 2

    Auckland Central

    So many awesome cycleways to discover and we’ll pass lots of cafes, restaurants and bars that we can recommend to you!

    30 minutes

  3. 3

    Karangahape Road (K Road)

    Voted one of the coolest roads in the World by Time Out magazine. Not sure how scientific that is, but we love it!

    Pass by without stopping

  4. 4

    Wynyard Quarter

    Auckland’s biggest waterfront development - lovely to ride down by the waterfront!

    5 minutes

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The Pantry

Park Hyatt Auckland 99 Halsey Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Your guide will meet you outside The Pantry cafe at the Park Hyatt Auckland – at the corner of Halsey Street and Jellicoe Street, opposite the ASB Building. Once you arrive at The Pantry, look out for your guide – they will be the person wearing the grey or black Power to the Pedal t-shirt!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

• Minimum age 14 years old (teenagers of 14-15 years old must be accompanied by an adult) • Closed toe shoes are required • a maximum of 6 riders per group • Minimum rider height is 5 foot (152cm). Departs: 2pm. Your guide will meet you outside The Pantry cafe at the Park Hyatt Auckland – at the corner of Halsey Street and Jellicoe Street, opposite the ASB Building. Once you arrive at The Pantry, look out for your guide – they will be the person wearing the grey or black Power to the Pedal t-shirt! Duration:  2.5 hours Distance: around 16 km (so, between 1 to 1.25 hours’ easy riding time – all electric powered!) Before you join us on the tour, we really encourage you to take a look at the FAQ section on our website at www.powertothepedal.com. It's full of really useful information about what to bring and how the tour will work. And of course, the page for The Inside Loop tour on our website gives you an idea of where we'll go and what we'll see! If you have any other questions, drop us an email at info@powertothepedal.com, or give us a call on +642108294218. Best regards, The team at Power to the Pedal

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For your enjoyment and safety, groups are small and personal - so a maximum of 6 riders per group, plus friendly guide
  • Minimum age 14 years old (teenagers of 14-15 years old must be accompanied by an adult).
  • Minimum rider height is 5 foot (152cm).
  • Whilst experience riding an electric bike is not necessary (we'll provide an orientation and we'll do a test ride to make sure you're comfortable before we head off), you must of course be able to ride a bike! If you haven't ridden in a while, for your enjoyment/safety and that of your fellow riders, we strongly recommend you have a practice riding at home before your visit to Auckland. As well as riding on our wonderful cycleways, we will of course be riding in the road at times (to get to the good places!). Riding in traffic is a dynamic environment, so you will need to be comfortable riding in the road in order to enjoy the tour. And Auckland's volcanic past means that there a quite few hills to go up and down - the eBikes make going up easy, but you'll obviously need to be able to ride downhill!
  • Closed toe shoes are required. Sports gear not necessary - casual clothes are fine but dress to the conditions please.
  • Free storage available for small bags at the city centre departure point.
  • The tours run rain or shine – you will be provided free use of a bright and comfortable rain jacket, if you need one.
  • Our electric bikes are designed with a maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds (113 kg).
  • We recommend you bring sunscreen - the sun in NZ can be very harsh!
  • You may wish to bring a bottle of water with you for the ride. You can store this in the bag on your bike. There is also a drinking fountain near our departure point where you can fill your water bottle.
  • Whilst we welcome solo riders, this experience requires a minimum number of riders booked in order for it to go ahead (2). If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll either be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.