The Journey Ahead
The East Gippsland Rail Trail, on your own schedule.
An unforgettable self-guided cycling tour along the East Gippsland Rail Trail. You ride at your own pace through breathtaking landscapes, charming towns and tranquil farmland - Snowy River Cycling handles accommodation, luggage transfers and route information so you can just ride.
Highlights
Freedom to ride at your own pace
A mix of boutique accommodation and charming farm stays
Fully planned route with maps and trip notes provided in advance
All logistics (accommodation, luggage) handled for you
Day by day
The journey
Runs in reverse from Bairnsdale for those travelling from Melbourne.
Arrive and check into boutique accommodation in Bairnsdale from 2pm. Continental breakfast included the following morning.
Ride from Bairnsdale to Bruthen. Check into accommodation from 3pm; dinner available nearby (not included).Â
Ride via the Gippsland Lakes Discovery Trail to Lakes Entrance. Check in from 2pm; dinner included.Â
Ride to Tostaree. Check into farm stay accommodation from 2pm; two-course dinner included.
Final ride, Tostaree back to Orbost. Transfer riders and bikes to Bairnsdale in the afternoon; dinner available nearby (not included).Â
Continental breakfast, then depart.
Is this tour for you?
Made for riders ready for remote country
Experienced riders or confident e-bike users
Comfortable with long days and remote country
Happy with communal bathrooms and simple country stays at times
Want genuine wilderness, wildlife and a sense of remoteness
How hard is it?
Long remote days with significant climbing (up to 1,150m in a day) and gravel sections.
What bike do I need?
Suits experienced riders or confident e-bike users on varied, rewarding terrain.
Price & Booking
Book this tour
$1,800pp
twin share or queen
Solo (own room) $2,300pp
E-bike hire +$400pp for 4 days. Available year-round by request; minimum 2 people.
What's included
5 nights accommodation - boutique stays and farm stays
Daily luggage transfer - 1 bag per person (max 12kg) plus 1 food crate
4 breakfasts
2 dinners (evenings 3 and 4)
Route maps and trip information ahead of the tour
Transport from Orbost to Bairnsdale (riders and bikes)
Ready to book?
Bookings are handled by our booking partner, Rezdy. You'll leave this site to:
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Request your preferred dates
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Choose room type and number of riders
Pay securely - confirmation by email
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