Bike Tours Uraidla

From in the picturesque village of Uraidla in the Adelaide Hills, partake in the introduction to e-Bikes and road riding skills to enjoy this leisurely self-guided tour of the Hills and return to the award-winning Uraidla Hotel and Republic Bakery at your leisure.
A hop, skip and jump above the Adelaide CBD are the Mt. Lofty Ranges where your experience begins in the internationally renowned Adelaide Hills, Australia's most vibrant cool climate wine region, acknowledged for its bio-diversity, distinctive premium wines, horticulture and stunning scenery.
Meet your friendly host from E-Go Bike Hire at the hip Uraidla Republic Bakery before induction to the features of the e-Bike, seating you correctly and sharing skills and call outs for safe riding on roads. Why not arrive extra early and have a cuppa and a bite to eat at the Republic Bakery, their cheese and tomato toastie is the best!
E-Go Bike Hire delight in welcoming people to experience e-Bike riding as a fun, healthy and eco-friendly way to sightsee and commute offering premium touring e-Bikes comprising of nine gears and four modes of battery strength to assist whilst peddling.
Ride through the beautiful Piccadilly Valley, past market gardens, orchards, vineyards and important pockets of native bush, past cellar doors, and through the neighbouring township of Summertown.
Why not explore further and enjoy cycling at your leisure and visit nearby boutique cellar doors or the popular Cherry Bomb Café in Ashton.
On return, relax and enjoy the ambience, warmth and hospitality of the award-winning Uraidla Hotel, licensed since 1867, a great place to reflect on the days achievements and experience. Their all-day menu caters for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free meals. Pre-bookings may also be made to have a 30 minute wine tasting with the resident sommelier in the Uraidla Hotels infamous ‘The Tank’ where over 4,000 bottles of local, South Australian, national and international wines are available.

Congratulations to the Uraidla Hotel who won the title for Australia’s Best Listing of South Australian Wines and was a finalist for Australia’s Best Pub Restaurant Wine List at the 2023 Australia’s Best Wine List Awards.


Departure Location:

Uraidla Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, SA
Duration:
Day Hire
Group Size: Minimum 2 Maximum 10
Riding time: 45 minutes for the untrained rider
Distance: 9.28km
Suitable for: Naturally fit, casual and expert rider


Itinerary:
9.00am - Meet, greet, registration, induction, fit-out, road skills
4.00pm - Return anytime to the Uraidla Hotel by 4.00pm

Highlights:

Discover life in a quiet picturesque country Village in the Adelaide Hills
Enjoy the thrill of a leisurely Self-Guided e-Bike Tour in the stunning Hills graded easy
Full day hire of e-Bikes to explore further at your own pace, time, and interests
Choice of Premium Touring Focus Aventura2 6.6 e-Bike diamond frame; or Kalkhoff Entice 5.B Season step through frame
Experienced Guide to introduce e-Bike riding and group road riding skills


Komoot Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/

Highlights:
The Piccadilly Valley skirted with vineyards, orchards market gardens and native bush Cleland Wildlife Park – (entry fee) walk amongst South Australia's native animals and birds Cleland National Park - designated Bike trails through tall timber forests Mount Lofty Summit Lookout – spectacular panoramic views of Adelaide CBD and beyond Quiet gravel roads meandering through ever changing breathtaking scenery Enjoy country village hospitality and local produce for morning tea and Pub lunch


Departure Location:

Uraidla
Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, SA


Duration: Day Hire
Group Size: Minimum 2 Maximum 10
Riding time: 1 hour 30 minutes for the untrained rider
Distance: 17.3km
Suitable for: Naturally fit, casual and expert rider


Itinerary:
9.00am - Meet, greet, registration, induction, fit-out, road skills
4.00pm - Return anytime to the Uraidla Hotel by 4.00pm


Highlights along this Route to stop and enjoy.
Opening hours listed below were correct at the time of printing, best to view websites to confirm or to pre book meal, cellar door, or Cleland Wildlife Park experiences so as not to be disappointed on the day.


Highlights on Route:
Uraidla Republic Bakery & Brewery
Why not arrive extra early and enjoy a cuppa and a bite to eat before your e-Bike adventure begins. Their cheese and tomato toasties are the best!
uraidlarepublic.com.au
Open 7 days 7.00am till 4.00pm

The Piccadilly Valley
Skirted with vineyards, orchards market gardens and native bush. This area is renowned internationally as one of Australia’s most vibrant cool climate wine regions and stunning scenery.


Cleland National Park
An important con­servation area of bush­land sit­u­at­ed in the Ade­laide Hills face zone with a fan­tas­tic net­work of walk­ing and cycling trails intro­ducing you to the diverse native wildlife, cul­tur­al her­itage and spec­tac­u­lar views of the Ade­laide Hills and surrounds. The flo­ra on the high­er slopes is pre­dom­i­nant­ly stringy­bark for­est with a com­plex under­storey of small trees and shrubs.
parks.sa.gov.au/parks/cleland-national-park
Open 7 days Gates open 9.30am till 5.00pm


Cleland Wildlife Park
The award-winning Cleland Wildlife Park is one of South Australia's must-see attractions. Located in a beautiful natural bush land setting, Cleland offers visitor's many memorable opportunities to discover a large number of South Australia's captivating wildlife. Many animals are free-roaming in the 35-hectare park, creating wonderful impromptu opportunities to touch and interact with their native wildlife.
clelandwildlifepark.sa.gov.au
Open 7 days (not Christmas Day), 9.30am till 5pm


Mt Lofty Summit Lookout - Cafe & Shop
The majes­tic peak of the Mount Lofty Ranges in the Ade­laide Hills, pro­vides spec­tac­u­lar panoram­ic views across Ade­laide’s city sky­line to the coast ris­ing more than 710 metres above sea level. Vis­it the Mount Lofty Sum­mit Vis­i­tor Infor­ma­tion Out­let and Gift Shop and browse the excep­tion­al range of qual­i­ty sou­venirs, local­ly pro­duced gifts and a great range of clothing.
mountloftysummit.com
Open Monday - Friday 9am–4pm Kitchen till 2:30pm
Open Saturday & Sunday 8am–4:30pm Kitchen till 3:30pm


Greenhill Wines
Greenhill Wines is a vineyard, cellar door and café situated in the Piccadilly Valley region of the Adelaide Hills 590m above the city. The beautiful landscape is reflected in the wine, food and strong community in the region. Rub shoulders with the locals and be a resident for a few hours. greenhillwines.com.au
Open Friday to Sunday, 11am till 5pm


Wotton Family Wines

For over 150 years the Wotton family have worked productive, rolling farm land at Uraidla in the Adelaide Hill’s picturesque Piccadilly Valley. In 1994, the first wine grapes were planted in fertile soils previously used for fruit growing and market gardening. Drop in or book a wine tasting at their cellar door.
wottonfamilywines.com.au
Open Friday to Sunday, 11am till 5pm


Uraidla Hotel
A perfect place to end the day to relax and reflect on the days experience. Enjoy a refreshment, take advantage of their all-day dining option, catering for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free meals, pre-book for dinner at their restaurant, or pre-book a wine tasting with their resident Sommelier in the infamous 'The Tank' which has over 4,000 local, South Australian, national, and international wines.
At the 2023 Australia’s Best Wine List Awards the Uraidla Hotel won the title for Australia’s Best Listing of South Australian Wines and was a finalist for Australia’s Best Pub Restaurant Wine List.
uraidlahotel.com.au
Open 7 days, 11.30am till late


Inclusions
· All day hire of e-Bike and equipment – return anytime up to 4.00pm
· A m obile phone holder mounted on e-Bike handlebar
· Digital mobile phone route map for your mobile phone
· Helmet, bike lock, fluorescent vest, pannier bag
· Induction to e-Bike features, fit out and group road riding skills chat

Important Information
· Riders must be at least 156cm tall
· Riders to hold a valid drivers licence; photo ID may be required and photographed
· Parent/Guardian participating may enquire if teenage children may also participate
. Punctuality essential: Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience


Cancellation · Participants may cancel and receive a full refund any time up to 48 hours prior to Tour start
. Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of the Tour start
. Tours will be postponed or cancelled on extreme or catastrophic weather days



Dress Code
· Closed in footwear essential
· Comfortable clothing for outdoor activity, suitable for the weather

What to bring
· Water
· Sunscreen

E-Go Bike Hire offers an exhilarating and eco-friendly way to explore the picturesque Adelaide Hills with their 1 to 7-day e-bike rental service, starting from the award winning Uraidla Hotel and Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, a picturesque country town, just 17 km's east from the Adelaide CBD.


Imagine yourself embarking on a journey through the scenic landscapes, where lush vineyards, quaint villages, and panoramic vistas unfold before you. The premium e-bikes provide an effortless ride, allowing you to cover more ground with ease, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced cyclists.

Your adventure begins in Uraidla, a delightful hub in the heart of the hills, where you'll receive your premium quality e-bike, complete with a full battery, safety equipment and a personal briefing on your bike. Whether you're seeking a leisurely day trip or a week-long exploration, these bikes are your perfect companion, adapting to your pace and style.

Ride along meandering country roads, breathe in the fresh, crisp air, and take in the stunning views that make the Adelaide Hills famous.
Stop at local wineries for a taste of the region's exquisite wines, visit artisanal food producers, or simply enjoy a picnic amidst the natural beauty.

With each day, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary, discovering hidden gems and experiencing the region’s natural and cultural offerings at your own pace. The e-bikes make light work of hills, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable ride throughout your journey.

E-Go Bike Hire not only offers a unique way to explore the Adelaide Hills but also an opportunity to create lasting memories, be it on a solo adventure, a romantic getaway, or a fun excursion with friends or family.


We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we operate, Peramangk & Kaurna Country.

E-Go Bike Hire believe in the benefits for every-day people to experience e-Bike riding as an eco-friendly great way to commute, sightsee, have fun, get fitter, feel healthier, and enjoy the great outdoors!

Whether you live locally and would like to experience how owning an e-Bike may be an option for your daily needs, or are visiting Adelaide or the Hills to experience the vibrant culture and special events, e-Bikes offer a great eco-friendly way to commute, have fun, and feel healthier.

Location:
Pick up from Uraidla Hotel & Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, Adelaide Hills, South Australia
OR
You choose a location in Adelaide and surrounds, or the Adelaide Hills.

One Day e-Bike Hire Add Delivery and Collection to your Door - you can select to add on this option during check-out:
E-Go Bike Hire offer delivery from a 10km radius of the Uraidla Hotel & Republic Bakery.
We use Google maps for distances.
Within a 10km radius - $60

Over One Day e-Bike Hire Add Delivery and Collection to your Door - you can select to add on this option during check-out :
E-Go Bike Hire offer delivery from a radius of the Uraidla Hotel & Republic Bakery which includes Adelaide and surrounds and the Adelaide Hills. We use Google maps for distances. Ask us about further distances.
In a 10km radius - $60
In a 20km radius - $120

One Day Hire Includes: Induction to e-Bike features, fit out and road riding skills chat Choice of Premium Touring Focus Aventura2 6.6 e-Bike diamond frame or Kalkhoff Entice 5.B Season step through frame Helmet, gloves, bike lock, fluorescent vest, pannier bag A mobile phone holder for the e-Bike handlebar

Over One Day Hire Includes Induction to e-Bike features, fit out and road riding skills chat Choice of Premium Touring Focus Aventura2 6.6 e-Bike diamond frame or Kalkhoff Entice 5.B Season step through frame Helmet, bike lock, battery charger, fluorescent vest

Meet in the picturesque village of Uraidla for morning tea, partake in the introduction to e-Bikes and road riding skills, enjoy a leisurely scenic guided tour of the Hills and return to the award-winning Uraidla Hotel and Republic Bakery.
A hop, skip and jump above the Adelaide CBD are the Mt. Lofty Ranges where your experience begins in the internationally renowned Adelaide Hills, Australia's most vibrant cool climate wine region, acknowledged for its bio-diversity, distinctive premium wines, horticulture and stunning scenery.
Meet your friendly host from E-Go Bike Hire for a cuppa and bite to eat at the hip Uraidla Republic Bakery before your experienced guide takes you through the features of the e-Bike, seats you correctly and takes you on a trial ride sharing skills and call outs for safe group riding on roads.
E-Go Bike Hire delight in welcoming people to experience e-Bike riding as a fun, healthy and eco-friendly way to sightsee and commute offering premium touring e-Bikes, comprising of nine gears and four modes of battery strength to assist whilst peddling.
Ride through the beautiful Piccadilly Valley, past market gardens, orchards, vineyards and important pockets of native bush, past cellar doors, and through the neighbouring township of Summertown.
On return, why not relax and enjoy the ambience, warmth and hospitality of the award-winning Uraidla Hotel, licensed since 1867, a great place to reflect on the days achievements and experience. Their all day menu caters for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free meals. Pre-bookings may also be made to have a 30 minute wine tasting with the resident sommelier in the Uraidla Hotels infamous ‘The Tank’ where over 4,000 bottles of local, South Australian, national and international wines are available.

At the 2023 Australia’s Best Wine List Awards the Uraidla Hotel won the title for Australia’s Best Listing of South Australian Wines and was a finalist for Australia’s Best Pub Restaurant Wine List.


Departure Location: Uraidla Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, SA
Duration: 2 hours

Group Size: Minimum 2 Maximum 10
Riding time: 45 minutes for the untrained rider
Distance: 9.28km
Suitable for: Naturally fit, casual and expert rider


Itinerary:
10.00am - Meet, greet, registration, induction, fit-out, road skills
11.00am - Village to Village Tour
12.00pm - Conclude

Highlights & Inclusions:

Experience life in a quiet picturesque country Village in the Adelaide Hills
Relish in a cuppa and bite to eat at the local Bakery
Experienced Guide to introduce e-Bike riding and group road riding skills
Choice of Premium Touring Focus Aventura2 6.6 e-Bike diamond frame; or Kalkhoff Entice 5.B Season step through frame
Enjoy the thrill of a leisurely Guided e-Bike Tour in the stunning Hills graded easy
Helmet, gloves, fluorescent vest



Komoot Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/

Your adventure begins in the picturesque township of Uraidla, where you'll collect your e-bike and digital route map. Our premium Touring e-Bikes are perfect for dirt roads and tracks taken at sensible speeds, with steep terrain the four power modes of battery assist make this experience a joy. As you set off, you'll be greeted by delightful views of orchards, vineyards, and the native treed ranges that adorn the landscape.
One of the highlights of this self-guided adventure is the opportunity to learn about the local Landcare groups and their contributions to the environment including rehabilitating riparian zones, improving water quality, and enhancing wildlife habitat.
We'll let you know the best rest stops along the way where you can relax, take in the stunning surrounds and even enjoy a quick dip in the summer months.
As you loop back, the route leads you out of the valley, ascending stunning terrain. You'll have the chance to stop and admire a small waterfall and experience a challenging yet rewarding hill climb under a canopy of native trees. The landscape transitions back to orchards and natural vegetation as you approach the end of your tour.
Your adventure concludes where you began at the award-winning Uraidla Hotel in the heart of Piccadilly Valley. Here, you'll be welcomed by friendly staff and invited to relax and enjoy a well-earned 'Big Dig' meal. Reflect on your day's achievements and the beauty you've experienced, all while indulging in delicious, hearty fare.
The Local Landcare Trail Self-Guided E-Bike Tour offers a unique blend of physical activity, environmental education, and hearty Hills hospitality.
Experience Highlights: Minimum ride time of 1.5 hours, full day bike hire included (7 hours) Freedom and flexibility of a self-guided tour Easy and enjoyable e-bike ride suitable for intermediate skill levels Morning tea and lunch included at the Uraidla Hotel Opportunity to learn about the invaluable environmental work of local Landcare groups in the area

Central Adelaide Hills - Peramangk & Kaurna Country

Immerse the senses, every season is special, and explore the magic of the Adelaide Hills effortlessly by e-Bike from a location of your choice.
Let us design a bespoke tour, self-guided or guided, to include your interests, time, and preferences, or go your own way. We can provide either a mobile phone or hard copy map for the day.

Start from your accommodation, a special spot, or a wonderful place for breakfast and finish the day at a location of your choice. Perhaps a Hills venue where you can wind down to taste the best of the food and wine in the region, having arranged a mini bus or taxi home. We shall take care of the e-Bikes!
The e-Bikes are so much fun, a great way to discover the Adelaide Hills, noted globally for its cool climate wine production, undulating landscape of natural vegetation, vineyards, orchards, market gardens, and open spaces. See many family owned boutique cellar doors to understand the terra firma of the wines when next you sample, and stop for a meal at a classic pub, chick cafe, or one of the many cellar doors.

Experience nature highlights in the Adelaide Hills, Peramangk and Kaurna Country, with your local guide in a small group e-Bike
tour. Join us for a cuppa and a bite to eat at the popular Republic Bakery in the picturesque Hills village of Uraidla, a hop, skip and jump above the Adelaide CBD.
Discover this internationally renowned part of the Adelaide Hills, one of Australia's most vibrant cool climate wine regions acknowledged for its bio-diversity, stunning scenery, distinctive premium wines, horticulture, and home to the largest cycling event in the southern hemisphere, The Tour Down Under.
Be greeted by the friendly staff at the multi award-winning Uraidla Hotel for your hearty classic ’Big Dig’ pub meal, a perfect time to relax and reflect on the day’s achievements and experiences.
Why not pre-book and add a wine tasting with the Uraidla Hotel’s resident Sommelier in the infamous ‘The Tank’ where over 4,000 bottles of local, South Australian, National and International wines are available.
At the 2023 Australia’s Best Wine List Awards the Uraidla Hotel won the title for Australia’s Best Listing of South Australian Wines and was a finalist for Australia’s Best Pub Restaurant Wine List.



Departure Location: Uraidla Republic Bakery, 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla, SA
Duration: 6 Hours
Group Size: Minimum 2 Maximum 10
Riding time: 2 hours for the untrained rider
Distance: 17.3km
Suitable for: Naturally fit, casual and expert rider


Itinerary:
10.00am - Meet and greet for Morning Tea, induction to e-Bike features and skills
11.00am - Adelaide Hills Nature Highlights e-Bike Guided Tour
4.00pm - Conclude

Highlights & Inclusions:
The Piccadilly Valley skirted with vineyards, orchards market gardens and native bush Cleland National Park - designated Bike trails through tall timber forests Mount Lofty Summit Lookout – spectacular panoramic views of Adelaide CBD and beyond Quiet gravel roads meandering through ever changing breathtaking scenery
Enjoy country village hospitality and local produce for morning tea and Pub lunch
E-Go Bike Hire experienced local Guide for the Tour

A cuppa and bite to eat at the Uraidla Republic Bakery

Choice of Premium Touring Focus Aventura2 6.6 e-Bike diamond frame or Kalkhoff Entice 5.B Season step through frame
Helmet, gloves, fluorescent vest, pannier bag
Hearty Classic Pub lunch the ‘Big Dig’ at the Uraidla Hotel (v/gf/df)
Induction to e-Bike features, fit out and group road riding skills chat



Not Included:
No drinks are included with the ‘Big Dig’ lunch at the Uraidla Hotel
A 30 minute Wine Tasting at ‘The Tank’ not included but may be pre- booked as an extra activity


Highlights along this Route to stop and enjoy.
Opening hours listed below were correct at the time of printing, best to view websites to confirm or to pre book meal, cellar door, or Cleland Wildlife Park experiences so as not to be disappointed on the day.


Highlights on Route:
Uraidla Republic Bakery & Brewery
Why not arrive extra early and enjoy a cuppa and a bite to eat before your e-Bike adventure begins. Their cheese and tomato toasties are the best!
uraidlarepublic.com.au
Open 7 days 7.00am till 4.00pm

The Piccadilly Valley
Skirted with vineyards, orchards market gardens and native bush. This area is renowned internationally as one of Australia’s most vibrant cool climate wine regions and stunning scenery.


Cleland National Park
An important con­servation area of bush­land sit­u­at­ed in the Ade­laide Hills face zone with a fan­tas­tic net­work of walk­ing and cycling trails intro­ducing you to the diverse native wildlife, cul­tur­al her­itage and spec­tac­u­lar views of the Ade­laide Hills and surrounds. The flo­ra on the high­er slopes is pre­dom­i­nant­ly stringy­bark for­est with a com­plex under­storey of small trees and shrubs.
parks.sa.gov.au/parks/cleland-national-park
Open 7 days Gates open 9.30am till 5.00pm


Mt Lofty Summit Lookout - Cafe & Shop
The majes­tic peak of the Mount Lofty Ranges in the Ade­laide Hills, pro­vides spec­tac­u­lar panoram­ic views across Ade­laide’s city sky­line to the coast ris­ing more than 710 metres above sea level. Vis­it the Mount Lofty Sum­mit Vis­i­tor Infor­ma­tion Out­let and Gift Shop and browse the excep­tion­al range of qual­i­ty sou­venirs, local­ly pro­duced gifts and a great range of clothing.
mountloftysummit.com
Open Monday - Friday 9am–4pm Kitchen till 2:30pm
Open Saturday & Sunday 8am–4:30pm Kitchen till 3:30pm


Uraidla Hotel
A perfect place to end the day to relax and reflect on the days experience. Enjoy a refreshment, take advantage of their all-day dining option, catering for vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free meals, pre-book for dinner at their restaurant, or pre-book a wine tasting with their resident
Sommelier in the infamous 'The Tank' which has over 4,000 local, South Australian, national, and international wines.
At the 2023 Australia’s Best Wine List Awards the Uraidla Hotel won the title for Australia’s Best Listing of South Australian Wines and was a finalist for Australia’s Best Pub Restaurant Wine List.
uraidlahotel.com.au
Open 7 days, 11.30am till late.