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“Wow.” It was the only thing we could say as Wānaka Trike Tours owners Ian and Yvette Piercy rolled up on their German-made Rewaco trikes. These three-wheeled beasts were to serve as our transport for this one-hour tour and we couldn’t wait to hop into the hot seats and hit the open road.
After getting our helmets on and teeing up the built-in intercom system (so we could all speak to each other during the tour), we rolled out of the Wānaka i-SITE carpark and onto Ardmore Street. I could already feel the eyes of curious Happy Hour indulgers upon us, probably trying to figure out what the heck it was that we were riding. Ian was quick to explain that we would need to perfect our “Royal” waves – we’d be getting a few stares along the way.
As we cruised out of town and towards our first destination – Glendhu Bay – things really shifted into gear (literally). When you’re driving in your car, you don’t quite realise just how fast 100km/h is. On the back of the trikes, it quickly becomes apparent – and it’s exhilarating.
After getting our fill of the mountainscapes from Glendhu Bay, we hopped back on the trikes and headed for Albert Town. As we passed through Wanaka town centre, we pulled over at the Wānaka War Memorial and got an incredible view of the township, the lake and mountainous backdrop.
What’s a road trip without a stop at a winery? Paddon’s Paddock have just opened their new tasting room and it is absolutely gorgeous. Watching the golden hour sun set over the beautiful grounds was definitely one of the highlights of our tour.
If wineries are your fancy, Wānaka Trike Tours totally has you covered; they can tailor a wine tour to your liking and even add in a picnic to mix! Imagine, responsibly wine touring from the back of a trike! Yes please.
