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Cycle the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail: Beechworth to Bright

4 Days | Ride in the Victorian High Country and follow the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail on a relaxed 4 day cycling adventure

5 out of 5 based on 23 reviews submitted.
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Is there a better part of Australia to cycle through than the Victorian High Country? Framed by the Victorian Alps and dominated by the nearby Mount Buffalo, this is a region well known for its natural beauty, welcoming people and delicious wine. This cycling trip takes in the best of it at a pace set to enjoy and experience rather than get the heart racing. Kick things off in the well-preserved historic town of Beechworth, then cycle the famous sealed tracks of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail through small gold-mining towns like Myrtleford before arriving into the heart of the High Country, Bright. Meander through wine country, enjoy some proper Victorian hospitality at local pubs and rediscover the joy of pedalling through one of the most gorgeous areas in the entire nation.

Trip overview

Map of Cycle The Murray To Mountains Rail Trail: Beechworth To Bright including Australia
Start
Beechworth, Australia
Finish
Bright, Australia
Theme
Cycling
Destinations
Australia
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
PZXV
This trip generates 23.12 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Cycle the spectacular Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, the best known and loved rail trail in Victoria, sampling the bounty of country Victoria along the way.
  • Ride along flat, sealed, and traffic-free paths alongside some of the High Country's most stunning scenery.
  • Begin your journey in Beechworth, a fascinating insight into the past and home to the Beechworth Bakery, official home of the Ned Kelly pie, and end at the charming Bright in the heart of High Country.
  • Experience firsthand the famous hospitality of local Victorians as you tackle a trail built specifically to cater to cyclists.
  • Cycle in the company of an experienced guide as they share their unique perspective of this fascinating region.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Please ensure you consult your local government’s advice regarding domestic travel prior to booking this trip.
  • This itinerary does not have a full-time support vehicle constantly following the group. Your luggage is always transported for you (by vehicle) between accommodations.
  • Due to the relatively small distances cycled on this trip, we have a single leader that rides with the group.

Itinerary

Map of Cycle The Murray To Mountains Rail Trail: Beechworth To Bright including Australia

Inclusions

Meals

3 breakfasts

Transport

Bicycle (e-bike available, subject to availability)

Accommodation

Hotel/Guesthouse (3 nights)

Activities
  • Billson's Brewery Tour & tasting paddle
  • Beechworth - Murray to Mountains Rail Trail guided ride
  • Myrtleford - 3 days Bicycle Hire
Add on activities
  • Beechworth - Asylum guided ghost tour - AUD40
  • Beechworth - Old Beechworth Gaol guided tour - AUD15
  • Beechworth - Half-day guided gravel cycling tour - AUD180
  • Bright - Mystic Mountain Bike Park ebike hire - AUD140

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Important notes

1. Bicycles are included on this trip but you are welcome to bring your own bike should you choose. A discount of $AUD100 will apply to those people bringing their own bike - please ask your travel consultant for more details.
2. This trip starts on Day 1 at 2 pm in Beechworth and finishes in Bright at 11 am on Day 4 of the trip. If you want to return to Beechworth you will need to book a transfer (at 5.30pm) or take the once-a-day V-line coach.
3. To complete this trip it is important that you are both confident and competent in riding a bicycle.
4. On this trip, we have a single leader that rides with the group.
5. This trip does not have a support vehicle but your luggage is transported for you from accommodation to accommodation each day.
6. Our riding is done mostly on a fully sealed cycle path, so there are no technical cycling skills required.
7. An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are on an 'on request' basis only. A request does not guarantee an e-bike, only a confirmed booking. Please ask your agent for more details at the time of booking.
8. This trip no longer offers a tour of the Bright Brewery in Day 3 but now includes the Billson's Brewery Tour & tasting paddle (on Day 1).
9. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 23 reviews submitted.
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Karyn · Traveled October 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our cycling tour - magnificent scenery, great company, easy riding and delicious food. Anna did a great job ensuring everything ran smoothly, which meant we could relax and enjoy the experience. It was my first major cycling trip and I am now keen to explore more!
Review submitted 06 Nov 2023

Jane · Traveled September 2023
My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed this cycling adventure, the first of many hopefully. Anna did a great job giving local knowledge, making us feel welcome & guiding us through picture perfect scenery explaining the history, the changes in local trade and helping us find the best places to rest and eat. Amazing! It helped me definitely relax and my almost 14 year old daughter had a blast! We even somehow miraculously avoided the swooping magpies so silver sparkle ribbon tape may be a winner. Thoroughly recommend this adventure
Review submitted 04 Oct 2023

Tamara · Traveled September 2023
Our Murray to Mountains rail trail trip was everything we had hoped for and more. Our guide, Anna was fabulous. She had so many stories, immediately made everyone feel relaxed and generated a camaraderie in the group. She has a lot of experience and made sure everyone was safe. The trail itself was breathtakingly beautiful with early spring colours dominating. The bikes were well-Maintained and of good quality,. As foodies, we had plenty of great food options and accommodation was very decent. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone and look forward to discovering other Intrepid trips!
Review submitted 06 Oct 2023

Susanna · Traveled November 2022
highly recommend this tour, was fabulous!
Review submitted 22 Dec 2022

Amelia · Traveled October 2022
One of the best holidays I have been on. Our Leader Meg was joyful, knowledgeable and amazing. The scenery so beautiful. Our group started as strangers and left as friends. Thank you for a trip to remember.
Review submitted 20 Oct 2022
Cycle the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail: Beechworth to Bright
From
CAD $1,310