Mudgee Central West NSW Cycling Tour

The Mudgee Central West NSW Cycling Tour is a 9-day fully supported guided cycling tour around the Central West Cycling Trail, running 12–20 November 2026. Covering approximately 415km of mixed sealed and gravel roads through historic towns, wine country and farmland, this small group tour suits mixed-ability cyclists looking for a relaxed, culturally rich spring cycling experience.

Backroads, wine country and warm country hospitality — the Central West Cycling Trail

This beautiful 400km cycle loop that meanders through the backroads of Central West NSW is making a big name for itself and has become a popular addition to the cycle tourist’s bucket list. It takes in well-known historic towns like Mudgee, Gulgong, Wellington and Dubbo, as well as many smaller hamlets along the way. This diverse region is known for wheat, wool and wine and was also part of the 19th century gold rush.

The route has been designed to be a peaceful journey through the varied countryside on sealed and unsealed backroads. The locals, who have enthusiastically embraced the trail, are proudly welcoming cyclists to the region with old-fashioned hospitality. They have diversified their culinary offerings to cater to the new visitor group and menus now include healthy ‘cyclist food’ alongside traditional country pub-grub, wines and craft beers. Riding the trail with the AllTrails support means that you can transfer to and from the trail to stay overnight in the best accommodations on the circuit and you can take side trips to the various attractions of the region. We don’t just enjoy the cycling trail on this tour - we enjoy quality accommodations at night and make sure we don’t miss the off-bike attractions that the region is known for including Western Plains Zoo, Old Dubbo Gaol, Royal Flying Doctor Visitor Experience and Wellington Caves.

Let us take care of everything so you can relax, ride and soak up the beauty of the surroundings.

THE TOUR AT A GLANCE

Why We Love It (and We Think You Will Too)

Who is this tour for?

Cyclists looking for a relaxing experience in low traffic countryside. Great food, wine, scenery and time to enjoy non-cycling highlights of the regions visited. Experience the varied Central West in one trip.

Quick FAQs

What type of terrain should I expect on the Central West Cycling Trail? The terrain is mostly flat to undulating. There are some decent hills over the week but no major climbs. The surface is varied — approximately 58% sealed roads and 42% gravel, compacted clay and similar unsealed surfaces. A gravel or hybrid bike is recommended.

Is the Central West Cycling Trail a rail trail with no traffic? No. The Central West Cycling Trail is a series of linked bike trails and quiet local backroads. Most roads carry very little traffic but there will be some vehicles, particularly near towns along the route.

What level of fitness is required? A moderate level of fitness is recommended. Daily distances average 52km with a difficulty rating of 5/10 — this is not a highly challenging tour. There are plenty of off-bike attractions built into the itinerary and a support vehicle is available if you need a rest.

Can I skip sections of the day's route if needed? Absolutely. The support vehicle travels with the group throughout each day and you can hop in whenever you need a break from riding.

How much does the Mudgee Central West cycling tour cost? Prices start from $4,690 AUD per person (twin share) for the 9-day tour. A deposit of $400 per person is required to secure your place. Full pricing details are available in the Tour Brochure PDF on the tour page.

What do previous cyclists say about this tour? Past riders praise the organisation, the scenery and the warm country hospitality along the way. See what they say below, or visit our Testimonials page for more.

What Our Cyclists Say

"This was my first tour with AllTrails and will definitely not be my last. Jo and Richard are such wonderful hosts, with nothing being too much trouble. A great group of cyclists made it a wonderful way to see the Central West — the slow way. The Goonoo State Forest was a particular highlight, especially the wildflowers in full bloom." Jane (NSW)

"A great way to celebrate retirement after 45 years of nursing — great group and many memories made along the way." Lorraine (NSW)

"The organisation and attention to detail was outstanding. We would not hesitate to recommend AllTrails to friends." Ainslie (NSW)

Mudgee Central West Cycling Trail Tour Gallery

 If you have any further questions regarding this tour, we would love to hear from you.