Dunedin has been the starting point of Get away from it all, then keep Explore beyond your frontiers more than a few epic journeys, but unlike going a bit further. in the Home of Adventure. the gold rush you can take your time. Otago Central Rail Trail Dunedin Railway Station Photo: Miles Holden TSS Earnslaw, Lake Wakatipu IF YOU LOVE HISTORY IF YOU LOVE NATURE, PARKS & GARDENS IF YOU LOVE WALKING IF YOU LOVE BIKING IF YOU LOVE EATING & DRINKING IF YOU LOVE EXCITEMENT Visit the world’s only mainland northern royal albatross Enjoy incredible mountain and lake views, wetland habitat Cycle the Arrow River Bridges Trail from Arrowtown to Indulge in Dunedin’s sophisticated culinary scene – Skim, whizz and zip along a choice of several stunning 1 Delve into Otago’s provincial and Māori history at Dunedin’s 9 17 25 33 41 landmark Toitū Otago Settlers Museum & Otago Museum colony at the Royal Albatross Centre at Taiaroa Head and perhaps a swim on the easy Lake Hayes Circuit Gibbston, then treat yourself to a post-ride wine-tasting from morning espresso to a midnight whisky Otago rivers on a thrilling jet boat ride Head out on a guided tour or boat trip for a close Loop around Bannockburn Sluicings peculiar gold mining Sidle around a rocky lakeshore on the new Lake Dunstan Get a generous helping of heritage alongside local Get some bucket-list bragging rights – do a bungy jump 2 Admire Dunedin Railway Station, a Renaissance-style 10 18 26 34 42 masterpiece and one of New Zealand’s finest buildings encounter with Otago Peninsula’s amazing natural world remains and get great views over Cromwell Basin Trail between the heritage precincts of Cromwell & Clyde flavours in Ophir or canyon swing Wander through the bird-filled native forest of Orokonui Soak up epic views of the Alexandra basin on a hike up Cruise along the peaceful Clutha Mata-au River on Take a break off your road trip or Otago Central Rail Trail Float, splash and dash down the rapids on a whitewater 3 Visit Larnach Castle for amazing tales alongside splendid 11 19 27 35 43 architecture, glorious gardens and panoramic harbour views Ecosanctuary and learn about its ecological restoration to the iconic Clock on the Hill or Flat Top Hill the family-friendly Clyde to Alexandra River Track ride at a historic country pub rafting trip on the striking Shotover or Kawarau Rivers Immerse yourself in some city tranquility at the Dunedin Amble around the St Bathans Blue Lake moonscape, Tackle some of Central Otago’s world-famous single track Take a tour of Bannockburn for wine tastings and long See the Southern Alps and surrounds from on high via 4 Step back in time at Olveston, a historic home flush with 12 20 28 36 44 art, furniture and other fine artefacts Botanic Garden or Lan Yuan Chinese Gardens then stroll along the old town high road mountain biking trails on Flat Top Hill lunches alongside lashings of spectacular scenery a skydive, paraglide or scenic heli or plane flight Explore Sinclair Wetlands on short walks taking in bird- Wander around the wonders of Naseby – the swimming Delve deep into the flinty history of Otago’s mightiest Wander around Cromwell’s vineyards on the 4 Barrels Go all-mountain with winter snow sports or summer 5 Wander the streets, shops and cafes of Ranfurly to admire 13 21 29 37 45 its striking art deco architecture watching viewpoints amidst tranquil waters & bushland dam, historic cemetery, forest trails and charming township river on the twin Roxburgh Gorge & Clutha Gold Trails Walking Wine Trail mountain biking at Coronet Peak or the Remarkables Plan a picnic at Conroys Dam in the delightful tussock See unique Sutton Salt Lake nestled in a hidden schist Enjoy stunning scenery, tunnels & bridges on the Auripo Pick up delicious picnic supplies at weekly produce markets Go luging on the super-fun, family-friendly luge 6 Throw some stones of the curling kind. Try the ancient ice- 14 22 30 38 46 sport of curling all year round in Naseby and historic reserve, Aldinga Conservation Area basin backed by the stunning Rock & Pillar Range to Lauder day ride of the Otago Central Rail Trail held in Dunedin, Alexandra, Cromwell & Queenstown at the top of the Skyline Gondola Hop on a 4WD tour to remote corners of the region such Take the self-guided Dunedin Street Art walk through the Head to the pine-scented groves of Naseby Forest for Take a wine tour by bike in Gibbston, a vine-lined Feed your need for speed at Highlands Motorsport Park 7 Get a glimpse into early farm life at heritage-listed Hayes 15 23 31 39 47 Engineering Works in rural Oturehua as Skippers Canyon, Macetown, Glenorchy & Paradise inner city’s colourful streets & laneways mountain bike rides for all ages and abilities valley with dramatic river and mountain views – from go-karting to the ‘supercar fast dash’ Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the Earnslaw steamship Enjoy grandstand coastal views on the Otago Peninsula’s Tick off the city sights on Dunedin’s Harbour Cycleway Treat your tastebuds to the international flavours of Learn to surf along the awesome point breaks around 8 Dig into the gold rush days at Lakes District Museum then 16 24 32 40 48 shop and dine your way around historic Arrowtown village to survey the gardens & grounds of Walter Peak Station Sandymount Track and side trip to Sandfly Bay and other urban cycle paths Queenstown’s diverse downtown dining precinct Dunedin with a local surf school CHRISTCHURCH Aoraki / Mt Cook Ashburton Slow down, relax and ONE OF NEW ZEALAND’S FINEST ROAD TRIPS, Timaru the 341-kilometre journey follows scenic highways Omarama savour a spectacular from the Pacific Ocean to the foot of the Southern Milford Sound Alps via the beautiful Strath Taieri and Maniototo Wanaka southern road trip. Plain. Cromwell Oamaru Queenstown Follow the road less travelled from Ōtepoti/ Ranfurly Leaving Dunedin, it winds through the heart Alexandra Dunedin to Queenstown and see our regions Middlemarch of Central Otago taking in characterful settlements Te Anau at their brilliant best. Roxburgh such as Middlemarch, Ranfurly, Oturehua and DUNEDIN The Central Otago Touring Route is a journey Clyde, as well as the larger towns of Alexandra, through dramatic landscapes full of natural Cromwell, Arrowtown and Queenstown. wonders, unique attractions and activities – along with warm local welcomes that make Soak up the scenery, see the sights, and enjoy all INVERCARGILL Otago such a memorable place to visit. sorts of activities at a relaxed pace by taking 3–5 MAP & GUIDE days – longer if you can. The Central Otago Touring Route SEE WHERE HISTORY LIVES Delve deep into history in memorable ways and places is full of things to do, places to – heritage buildings and streetscapes, railway bridges see, rewarding detours & other and tunnels, rustic farms, gold mining sites and more. A series of excellent museums, monuments and trailside reasons to take your time… interpretation brings Otago’s past to life. ENJOY FINE WINE TIME GET ACTIVE OUTDOORS Take time out for a tour around our vine-lined valleys. See the sights at the perfect pace on walkways, hiking Linger over cellar door tastings or a long, al fresco lunch. and biking trails including four New Zealand Great Talk to local wine-lovers. Hear the tales of one of the Rides. There’s something for everyone – from nature world’s most extreme wine regions – its fascinating trails and gentle cycle paths, to challenging wilderness roots, revival and flourishing vineyards. adventures. Plan your trip at centralotagotouringroute.co.nz FEAST ON LOCAL FLAVOURS Share your journey @centralotagonz EXPLORE BIG SKY COUNTRY @dunedinnz @queenstownnz Savour a delicious food tour from gate to plate. Visit Admire an array of landscapes stretching from the alps #centralotagotouringroute vineyard restaurants, urban eateries, rustic pubs, to the ocean. Learn how these incredible places were country cafés, bakeries, and farmers markets where you created and shaped. See fascinating wildlife, and flora can meet the makers and stock up for your journey. from lowland forest to alpine tussock. And survey the natural grandeur from epic lookouts along the way. FIND YOUR SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE FOLLOW EARLY FOOTSTEPS Take your trip up a level by going further, faster, higher or just pushing a personal limit. There are Retrace the journeys made by Māori, and Pākehā. endless opportunities to try something new – from the Follow the rivers through valleys and gorges, head over adrenaline-fuelled activities of Queenstown, to gentler high country passes and across the plains. Discover who activities in our great outdoors. came and why, and the stories behind the places centralotagotouringroute.co.nz they named. 8 6 Omarama 83 T R 8 E C B MAP KEY O L To the N E E West Coast Central Otago Touring Route H S Wanaka Lindis Pass Mt St Bathans T A Cycle trail 6 B W 2088m A K Inland route to T A Clutha Aoraki/Mt Cook National H D EV charging station N Ma A U ta O - Park, Tekapo, Christchurch N N R a S Petrol station u R D R R R A i A A v N C e N Information centre r G G E 8A E Duntroon Cardrona village 20 1 Points of interest Mt Pisa 1963m Queensbury Tarras St Bathans S Airport Crown Range I N A Danseys Pass 6 T Lookout/storyboards E N K G PEA 8 U 85 CORONET N Tohu Whenua Heritage Site A O R M Arrowtown A N Great Ride 8 25 S A Oturehua I Pisa Moorings Lake S T Becks Kyeburn P N EY 7 Wedderburn Naseby 15 17 40 41 42 Dunstan U LL Diggings Skifield D VA 21 6 A 43 44 45 46 KI S I 6 Cromwell ER Lauder Curling E Leaning Rock 1647m H E L 26 U 39 N Auripo G B A Southern Scenic Route To Glenorchy M Omakau EY ID Queenstown A 37 38 47 L R E L K K A H Bannockburn G V G A R 8 6 Ophir N A U Ranfurly K A 18 36 A ID O A Chatto Creek R R 5 31 N M 34 H Kyeburn 16 35 Y Poolburn U E T D R I R 85 E O MANIOTOTO G N M E L Waipiata O a G G PLAIN k Clyde A U N e N S R 30 W A E T R a N A G k I I N N N a 27 A Patearoa A t A S i R p T u M Alexandra E R 85 To Oamaru N O G A 14 .