Tumut Snowy Valleys Cycling Trail Tour
Discover running rivers, fertile valleys and the quiet roads of the Snowy Mountains
Tour Information
Duration
4 Nights / 5 Days
Cycling Distance
200KM
Price
$1975 AUD
Accommodation
4 Nights (Inclusive)*
The cycle routes will follow alongside pristine rivers, and through fertile valleys in the hinterland of the Snowy Mountains. Over four days, we cycle quiet back roads in and around Tumut and the Snowy Valleys. We visit Batlow, Tumbarumba, Rosewood, Courabyra, Argalong, Brungle, Jugiong and the Gilmore Valley. Rivers and streams abound! We are never far from flowing water — we will enjoy the Murrumbidgee River, crisscross the Tumut River and cycle to the Blowering Dam. Outstanding scenery, clean air, fresh running water, quiet back roads.
Tour Dates
Thursday 8th October – Monday 12th October 2026
Thursday 6th May – Monday 11th May 2027
Who This Trip Is For
Cyclists who feel comfortable cycling quiet public back roads with some vehicle traffic. A moderate level of fitness is required. Lovers of Australian landscapes with enquiring minds as we cycle through the grandeur of the Snowy Valleys.
Itinerary
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Arrive in Tumut from 3:30pm and settle into the four-star Ashton Motel in the heart of town. Meet your fellow riders and tour staff over a team dinner at a leading local hotel or restaurant, where you'll get a full rundown on the days ahead.
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Start with breakfast at the Toast Café, then bus 10km to the Gilmore Valley — a stunning closed valley — for a 29km loop alongside Gilmore Creek, known for its Brown and Rainbow Trout populations. Recharge at the Coffee Pedaler before cycling the valley floor 15km to the impressive Blowering Dam Wall. Bus back to Tumut and enjoy a well-earned ale at the Tumut River Brewing Co.
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After breakfast at Toast Café, bus 20km north to Brungle and begin cycling the low-traffic Darbala Road as it hugs the Murrumbidgee River. Mountains and hills roll down to meet the clear water, with ancient river redgums lining the banks. Enjoy morning tea riverside before arriving in Jugiong for lunch at the historic Sir George Hotel, then bus back to Tumut via Gundagai.
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Bus south to Laurel Hill and descend 23km by bike into Tumbarumba for morning tea on the vibrant main street. Take the sealed rail trail 21km to Rosewood, then ride on to award-winning Courabyra Wines for a 2pm restaurant lunch. Finish the afternoon with a browse through the historic streetscape of Batlow before returning to Tumut.
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After breakfast at the Coffee Pedaler, bus through Radiata Pine plantations to the Argalong Valley — a hidden gem with a twisting bitumen switchback descent under overhanging eucalypts. Morning tea at Lacmalac Hall, then cruise back through Tumut Plains Road for a farewell lunch with the group at the Oriental Hotel. A wonderful final ride to close out the tour.
Inclusions
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Four nights' accommodation at the Ashton Motel, a four-star motel in the heart of Tumut.
$1,975 per person twin share basis inclusive; single supplement an extra $400.
All day bus support while you ride. The bus is there for rider respite. You are free to cycle all of the tour, or only parts of the day's cycling route.
On days 1, 2, 3, and 4 we will provide a full breakfast at a local cafe, morning tea, lunch (picnic style or at a quality restaurant), afternoon tea and coffee and tasty treats along the way.
A team dinner is included on our first night together.
Free-of-charge snack bars, fruit, hydrolyte tablets, magnesium tablets, salt tablets during the tour.
Sunscreen, water, spare bike tubes & first aid supplies.
We will carry all your extra apparel so you can ride as lightly as possible.
Spare E-Bikes in case your bike breaks down.
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Evening meals on day two and three and four.
Alcoholic beverages.
Map
Bike Hire Information
E-bike hire available at $95 per day. Free e-bike hire for members of a state Bicycle Association (e.g. Bicycle Network or Bicycle NSW).
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Accommodation
Ashton Motel - 4-star accommodation in the heart of Tumut.
Trail Surface
Low traffic flow public roads with 90% sealed bitumen and some good quality gravel roads. The Tumbarumba to Rosewood Rail Trail section is sealed asphalt.
FAQ's
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Moderate fitness. However, we understand many of our clients are time-poor and may not have had much time for cycle training. That’s why we’ve crafted these cycling tours to suit you. E-bikes are available for hire to help flatten out those hills!
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We run our tours most of the year. We avoid extreme heat—we don’t want you out on the trail in 42-degree weather.
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18 and over.
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If it’s severe, call triple zero (000) and request an ambulance. At any stage, we are close by in the shuttle bus and can assist.
It’s important you have insurance cover for ambulance services.
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We can organise appropriate food for you - just let us know in advance what your dietary requirements are and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.
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An Australian standards-approved helmet
Cycling nicks
Cycling jersey
Cycling shoes or runners
Clothing suitable for hot, cold, and wet weather.
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We have arranged to have your bikes stored inside of your room overnight for your peace of mind.
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No, the trails and shuttle don’t support the use of incumbent bikes.
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No, we don’t support pets on these tours.
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Minimum 4 people, maximum 10 people.
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No, our trailer does not fit tandem bikes.
Additional Links
Snowy Valleys regional tourism: https://visitsnowyvalleys.au
How To Book
Please head to the following page to start the booking process. We’d love to have you on board.
Cancellation Policy
Please head to the following page to read about our multi-day tour cancellation policy.