Beechworth to Bright Cycling Tour

Overview

This Cycling Tour from Beechworth to Bright in Northeast Victoria is the perfect long weekend or midweek escape for cyclists and foodies alike! Explore historic Beechworth before cycling on the safe, iconic Murray to Mountains Rail Trail through Myrtleford and then onto gorgeous Bright, discovering wonderful wineries, food and produce outlets, all under the gaze of the beautiful Victorian Alps. 3 nights accommodation is included, a night in each of Beechworth, Myrtleford and Bright in the stunning Alpine Valley. Enjoy daily luggage transfers, back up support, gourmet meals and wine tastings, farm gate stops, return transfers and a stress free, fun cycling getaway. Your tour is a 3-night itinerary with 2 cycling days and is self-guided, so you can choose any day or date that suits you and cycle at your own pace. All maps, itinerary, water bottles and more are provided. This is an all-inclusive tour, so all you need to do is submit your booking and everything else is taken care of. The cycling on this route is relatively easy, in fact it is easy! Riding along the well paved, well sign posted Murray to Mountains Rail Trail is off road, safe, and stress free. The rail trail runs all the way from Beechworth to Bright making navigation simple. Enjoy stunning vistas down the Alpine Valley, cycling underneath towering Mt Buffalo whilst passing poplar trees, hops farms, wineries, berry farms and so much more. The cycling distances are around 30-40kms per day with the majority downhill or flat. Bike the brilliant, well laid, off road Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Spend time in Beechworth, a beautiful and historic Victorian town. Enjoy incredible food and wine from this increasingly popular gourmet foodie region. Cycle through the beautiful countryside of Australia. 10Adventures only does Hiking, Cycling and Adventure Holidays. Its our mission to help you explore the world! Day 1: Arrive at Beechworth. Arrive anytime at Beechworth today and enjoy the historic cobbled streets of this delightful town before your first gourmet dinner this evening. Overnight at a lovely local B&B. Distance: None. Overnight Location: B&B in Beechworth. Included Meals: Dinner. Day 2: Cycle to Myrtleford. After a hearty breakfast, cycle to Myrtleford stopping at an organic winer and a historic pub along the way. Then you’ll cruise to a modern winery where you can enjoy an exclusive food & wine pairing session, and try some local Italian varieties. Dinner and overnight in Myrtleford this evening. Distance: 43km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Myrtleford. Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 3: Cycle to Bright. After breakfast, cycle via the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail to Bright, taking in farm gates and wineries before stopping for lunch. Overnight in Bright with dinner. Distance: 30km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Bright. Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 4: Return to Beechworth. Soak up your final moments around Bright this morning before your transfer service takes you back to Beechworth, or your onward travels (train station, airport), where your adventure comes to an end. Distance: None. Overnight Location: None. Included Meals: Breakfast. This self-guided cycling tour is always run as a private tour for your group only. This tour can be customized for you, and prices depend on group size, room types, trip customizations, and date of travel. 2026 Pricing for Beechworth to Bright Cycling Tour: The departures are available starting daily from January 1 to December 31, 2026. The starting price for two people sharing a double or twin room is $850USD per person. A hybrid bike rental is $95USD, and an e-bike is $150USD. 3 breakfasts, 2 winery gourmet lunches, and 2 dinners are included. Accommodations for 3 nights are included. This tour includes luggage transfers, as well as return transfers from Bright to Beechworth at the end of the tour. On call support throughout. Printed itinerary, personalised marked maps & luggage tags provided. Environmentally friendly water bottle. Lightweight fair trade cycling t-shirt. This tour is based in quality accommodations along the route. The standard rooms are double occupancy (with private bathroom) and include most modern conveniences. Single Rooms and Solo Travellers: Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement. Should a guest cancel a trip, the following rules will apply: Cancellations 65 days or more prior to tour start date: Your deposit will be held by 10Adventures with terms of the Lifetime Deposit Promotion as listed above, and all other payments will be refunded. Cancellations between 34 and 64 days prior to tour start date: 50% cancellation fee. If full payment received, any amount over the 50% cancellation fee will be returned. Cancellations between 0 and 33 days prior to tour start date: 100% cancellation fee. We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 2 / 5. This cycling tour is designed for riders of various skill levels, offering a relatively easy and stress-free experience as you travel along the well-paved and well-signposted Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, with cycling distances of around 30-40 kilometers per day, mostly downhill or flat, making it accessible to both novices and experienced cyclists, and the option to rent electric assist bikes provides an added convenience for those seeking an extra boost during the ride. There are 2 main seasons for travel to this region, although anytime works depending on what you like. These seasons are: Early Oct - December: warmer days, still cool nights, maybe some rain with the change of seasons. Late Feb through to end May: warm to hot in Feb then cooling to cold in May. Lovely in March or April with the autumn colours coming out in full show in May. It can get cold with some rain possible. Of course the more popular times are busier and accommodation can be limited especially for groups. Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government. Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance. The closest big city is Melbourne (over 3 hours of drive away). You can also fly to Albury Airport (40 mins away from Beechworth) that has flight connections to major Australian cities. Yes, the tour material is in English. The tour ends where it starts, in Beechworth. Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. You can choose from a Hybrid Bike or an E-Bike (Trek). Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour. Check with your family doctor. Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality. Self-guided Specialists: Combine the freedom of travelling on your own with the confidence that all of the logistics are taken care of. Packed with Inclusions: Accommodations, luggage transfers, gear rentals, and more - all taken care of so you can focus on making memories. World Class Support: Have peace of mind for when travel plans change with our hassle-free booking process and unbeatable support.

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