The Great Victorian Bike Ride

Join Australia's Biggest Bike Riding Festival: The Great Victorian Bike Ride

Mountains to Murray
24 November to 2 December 2018

Beautiful countryside, great country towns and a holiday atmosphere like no other are all part of the 35th edition of the Great Victorian Bike Ride.

The nine day rolling bike festival will see over 3,200 holiday makers explore the best of Victoria's High Country and Murray River regions.

Rebecca Lane, Bicycle Network General Manager – Events, said: "Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life for the tranquillity of country towns and the party like festivities of the Great Vic Bike Ride".

"Join the ride in 2018 and become part of its great 35 years of history," Ms Lane added.

The event starts in Bright, famous for being one of Victoria's most scenic and bike friendly destinations, nestled in the foothills of the Alpine region. Two nights are spent in both historical Beechworh and the food and wine destination Rutherglen.

"If you can't get a week off, then get a taste of the Mountains and the Murray on the first five days of the ride, or sample the Great Vic experience on the last three days," she added.

Early bird entries with special pricing options for children, youth and concession and Bicycle Network members are all available. For full route, riding, entertainment and entry information visit greatvic.com.au

WHAT: 35th annual Great Victorian Bike Ride, a fully supported camping holiday. It is the biggest multi-day bike ride in the Southern Hemisphere. There is extensive support provided including meals, luggage transport and on-route assistance. A licensed cafe, bar and restaurant under canvas, full medical team, entertainment and bicycle maintenance facilities.
HOSTED BY: Bicycle Network
WHEN: Saturday 24 November to Sunday 2 December 2018
WHERE: The holiday starts in beautiful Bright. After a day exploring and enjoying Bright the riding starts with overnight stops at: Beechworth (two nights), Tallangatta, Rutherglen (two nights and rest day), Yarrawonga and Glenrowan. It will finish after 529 kilometres in Benalla.
COST: The entry fee for the nine-day ride is $1,129 for adults, $1,069 for concession, $859 for youth (13 – 17), $499 for children (6 –12), and free for five and under.
The 5 day ride travels 332 kms from Bright to Rutherglen and costs $829 for adults, $749 for concession, $629 for youth, $389 for children, and free for five and under.
The 3 day ride travels 197 kms from Rutherglen to Benalla and costs $629 for adults, $569 for concession, $499 for youth, $319 for children, and free for five and under.