Jennifer a Coach Tour operator for 23 years is delighted to share with you her favourite scenic loop roads that make up the Landscapes Ride Series Enjoy the outdoors, adventure, fantastic scenery, the quietness of the countryside, landscape and panoramic vistas that are a sight to behold! You can be assured you’ll experience nature at its best where you can connect mind, body and soul.

Dark green ride on map: Medium to high fitness level. Varied terrain, coach drop & collection from Black Bridge 37kms or you ride one way returning to Black Bridge 56kms (25kms plus on Pathways) Cycle to & from Bike About Tours base 75kms. Afternoon collection if required

Section One: Option One: Napier to Black Bridge by coach the start of your Cycling day.

Section One: Option two: Riverbank and Coastal Pathway - Flat terrain 19.2kms

Cycling from Greenmeadows in Napier you will join the Tutaekuri Riverbank Pathway to Awatoto, turn right and follow the Pathway beside the sea to the village of Clive then East Clive to Black Bridge.

Section two: Landscape Ride – Tuki Tuki Valley - 21.5kms

At the start of this section you have a 10 kms ride on flat terrain, the next 15kms is a combination of winding hills to gentle elevation and flat terrain. In 2011 the Tuki Tuki Road had a huge makeover, realigning and widening - especially to keep cyclist safe.

Join the Tuki Tuki River bank pathway to Moore Road (6.8kms) then right into Tuki Tuki Road which has onroad cycling lanes in various places - meander along the flat terrain, around interesting bends, then windy hills and gentle elevation as you pass by rolling country side, vineyards, orchards and farmlands. Soak up the stunning panoramic views overlooking the Tuki Tuki River, Te Mata Peak and surrounding countryside.

At the bottom of valley, cross Red Bridge, pass by an avenue of young Oak trees, then to Craggy Range Winery, a combination of flat and hilly terrain to Te Mata Road ( 2.6kms)

Section three: Havelock North Wineries to Black Bridge 15kms

Coffee break at Tuki Kitchen, Explore Te Mata Estate Winery, Black Barn Vineyards, *Red Barrel, back track 3kms to River Road then join the Tuki Tuki Riverbank Pathway back to Black Bridge 7.7kms - where you will be collect.

Option: You have the option of staying for *dinner (your cost) at the end of your cycling day at #Craggy Range or #Black Barn.

Option: continue on the Pathways back to Napier via Clive and Awatoto pathways. (19.2kms)

Flat terrain, gentle elevation and rolling hills. Adults cycle the loop 47.8kms - Families shorter route 31kms.

Entire trail 62.6kms to & from Napier.

This is my favourite Trail: Coach drop of at (88) Ohiti Road: Cycling through this picturesque valley floor, is a sight to behold, passing by rocky outcrops and farming flats. As you navigate every bend the valley unfolds its secrets with ever-changing panoramic vistas. A little way along the valley floor widens to a multitude of immaculate vineyards sheltered by the rolling hills and the high river stock bank on your left.

Detour: must be booked in advance: On Track Adventures. (Tirohia) My first visit to this 4th generation farming property with the vision of including it in the cycle trails - I was in awe of the panoramic vista that just got better the higher up I went, the spectacular, stunning views include the vineyards in the Ohiti Valley you cycled through, Te Mata Peak in the distance, Ngaruroro River below and surrounding countryside and the backdrop of the high mountains. Morning tea on arrival: Option One: (Walking) Panoramic Vista & History Tour: Per person: $60 Child $50:  Option Two: Quad bike tour. (16 years plus) Per person:1 to 1 1/2 hours $110 - 2 to 2 1/2 hours $145 - 3 to 3 1/2 hours $180. (Options are additional cost and will be included in the total cost of your cycle trail package.)

From 'Tirohia' you have the choice of backtracking and following the map back to base, (Families 31kms) or continue on and complete the loop, once you arrive at Matipiro Road you coast downhill on a gentle grade through this enchanting valley to the village of Fernhill then follow the map via Swamp Road back to base. Options: call into the Puketapu Park and try out the new flying fox,Puketapu Pub or Moana Park Winery, rejoin the pathway. Afternoon collection if required.