Cycling tour from Adelaide to Melbourne to Sydney

Boom! here they are…

The two most long awaited, most popular and most requested legs on the AllTrails Australia Ride circuit. Each uniquely different to the other. Adelaide to Melbourne and Melbourne to Sydney. Ride one stage or both but missing out is not an option.

STAGE 1: Adelaide to Melbourne

From sandstone to bluestone, you’ll be amazed by the transformation in geology, climate, scenery and landscape from the glistening waters of Holdfast Bay to the city by the Bay – Melbourne. While generally flat, this stage offers plenty of challenges with some long days and occasional climbs, but the rewards are many, bountiful and stunning.

For stage 2 details click link here to separate Melbourne to Sydney page.

THE TOUR(s) AT A GLANCE

Dates: FULL TOUR (ADL-MEL-SYD): 18 Mar - 11 Apr 2022 (24 nights)
STAGE ONE (ADL-MEL): 18 Mar - 30 Mar 2022 (12 nights).
STAGE TWO (MEL-SYD): 30 Mar - 11 Apr 2022 (12 nights)
Distance: 1165km Adelaide to Melbourne (shorter options available)
1106km Melbourne to Sydney (shorter options available)
Average Daily: 116km (Stage 1), 111km (Stage 2)
Bike Type: Road Bike
Surface: Bitumen roads
Group Size: Approx 15-20
Difficulty Rating: 7.5/10
Meals included: Most meals included except on some rest days and a few select evenings.
Accommodation: High standard hotels and motels
Who’s this tour for? Cyclists looking for a challenging ride with great scenery and great destinations.

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This tour is an ‘Australia Ride’ stage (click here for more on the Australia Ride concept)

Some of the highlights:

Start at glorious Glenelg, scenic bayside route & Willunga Hill climb (optional)
Goolwa – the mouth of the mighty Murray
Ride around Lake Alexandrina and through The Coorong National Park
New scenic inland route through the Coonawarra’s famed wine & food district
Beautiful Western Vic – sheep capital & birthplace of the Australian Kelpie