Keen to explore somewhere new, away from the crowds, in great company and with an experienced guide? These two North Island tracks each stand on their own, and work beautifully together if you have the time for both.

If you’ve been looking at our cycling tours and wondering which one is right for you - you’re not alone. It’s a question we hear all the time. Here we’re comparing two of our cycling tours to help you decide. Both are in the South Island. Both are on Ebikes. Both start in Queenstown. But they’re very different rides.

On 17 January 2001, Angelika founded Sidetracks. At the time, she couldn't have imagined what the next 25 years would bring - the landscapes covered, the people met, the unexpected turns that would shape everything.

Why it makes sense to book flexi airfares for a planned holiday that's still 8-10 months away instead of opting for the cheapest available.