The 15 Best E-Bike Tours in Australia

1.Guided Harbour E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · 3 hours · from $98Our pick

Join Grant, Linda, or another local guide for a three-hour, 19-kilometre Sydney loop on a high-quality electric bike. Ride from Darlinghurst through the Domain, past the Opera House and Walsh Bay, across the Harbour Bridge, and back through Barangaroo, Chinatown, and Surry Hills. The small group, photo stops, history, and homemade banana bread make this a friendly first-day introduction to Sydney.

“Great guides, great bike, great experience. absolutely love my time with these guys. . would recommend to anyone visiting Sydney.suitable for all abilities, a real joy.”

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2.Electric Bike Tour of Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · from $85

Ride an electric bike around Melbourne with guides such as Al, Marcus, Freddie, or Avalon. This four-hour tour stays about 95% on bike paths and parks, stopping at the Shrine, MCG, Fitzroy Gardens, Chinatown, Hosier Lane, and more. A Fitzroy café lunch stop is included, but food costs extra.

“Rolled up to Blue Tongue Bike Tours half-expecting the usual “here’s a bridge, here’s a mural” spiel. Instead I got Mad Max – a 22-year-old whirlwind of charisma, and encyclopedic Melbourne trivia who looks like he could still get carded at a pub but talks like he’s been narrating David Attenborough specials since kindergarten. From the second we strapped on the helmets, Max had the whole group (10 strangers, multiple continents, one very confused American) laughing so hard we nearly rode into the Yarra. He’s got this infectious, zero-pretension vibe – think your coolest mate who somehow knows the exact year the Flinders Street clocks were installed and the best…”

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3.Electric Bike Tour of Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 210 reviews · 4 hours · from $84

Ride Melbourne’s bike paths on an electric bike with guides such as Finn, Leo, Marcus and Avalon. Over four hours, you’ll see the Yarra River, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sports Precinct, Parliament House, Shrine of Remembrance, Chinatown and Fitzroy, while hearing stories about Aboriginal culture, the Eureka Stockade, sport and war history. Lunch is not included.

“Leo was great. A large group so we did spend extra time waiting for people but overall very good, a casual easy way to see Melbourne”

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4.E-bike (electric) – Blue Mountains – Hanging Rock – SELF-GUIDED Hire Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $131

Meet Sam in Blackheath, learn to handle a Merida electric mountain bike, then follow a mapped fire trail to Baltzer Lookout and Hanging Rock. The three-hour out-and-back ride suits newer and experienced dirt riders, with helmets, gloves, spare-tube gear, and safety advice supplied. Bring grippy shoes and arrange your own transport.

“The organization was excellent and very professional sights were amazing Sam was excellent and had an enormous amount of knowledge”

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5.E-Bike Hire: Northern Rivers Rail Trail, Trail Side Hire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $89

Set out from Better By Bike in Murwillumbah on an e-bike suited to the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. You receive a helmet, panniers, map, light, lock, safety briefing, and riding instructions, then explore at your own pace. The route runs through rainforest from Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek, with a historic tunnel, cafés, gelato, shops, and family stops along the way.

“Plenty of places along the way to take a spell. The coffee at Hosanna’s is excellent and the baby farm animals and waterslide are cool too. Heath’s Old Wares at Burringbar is one of the best antique emporiums you will see. The Victory Read more”

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6.Premium E Bike Hire at the Northern Rivers Rail Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · from $74

Hire a Focus or Kalkhoff e-bike from Beyond Byron E Bikes in Mooball and set off along the car-free Northern Rivers Rail Trail. You get a helmet, lights, lock and pannier, plus route advice from the team, including Don and Olivier. Allow time for two railway tunnels, historic bridges, villages, lunch and a 44-kilometre return ride.

“Thanks to Don & Olivier from Beyond Byron e-bike tours who set us up to have a terrific experience! We live in the Northern Rivers & are regular cyclists but this was a first for us on an e-bike (and first time on the NRRT) so it was a great Read more”

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7.Hahndorf food and wine E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $182

Start at The Lane Vineyard at 9am for a five-hour, small-group e-bike tour through the Adelaide Hills. Guides such as Matt, Dan, and Jack lead you to seasonal strawberry picking at Beerenberg, Udder Delights cheese tastings, Shaw and Smith, and The Lane. E-bikes and pannier bags are provided.

“This tour took us through spectacular scenery in the hills and the tour guide Dan was so welcoming and knowledgeable. The stops were well planned and highlighted some of the best food and wine of the region. The E-bikes were perfect for the terrain and easy to ride. Fabulous day!!”

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8.Brisbane Electric Mountain Bike Experience Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $135

Join mountain bike coach and Enduro World Series competitor Ben Forbes for a private two-hour ride through Brisbane’s Gap Creek trails. You’ll receive a bike, helmet, gloves, protection, coaching, guided riding suited to your age and ability, a Mount Coot-Tha lookout stop, and free personal photos.

“Ben was so awesome. Loved the experience!! I seriously became a better rider today because of Ben! His communication was great in setting up the ride and the ride itself was awesome. The bikes were new and in great shapeRead more”

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9.Narooma – E-Bike Hire 2 Hour Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $35Best value

Start at 45 Princes Highway with a helmet, bike fitting, and a short e-bike lesson. Follow Narooma’s coast toward Dalmeny, passing the wharf, Wagonga Inlet, Mill Bay Boardwalk, beaches, bird habitats, and possible whale or dolphin sightings. Staff such as George and Sally help you get set up. The booking is for about two hours, with longer hire available.

“The whole experience was a first for our group of 8. We all loved it so much. We rode 20.22 kms easily in 2 hours and would do it again in a heartbeat! Our lovely tour operator Sally was a beautiful lady and extremely helpful getting us on our way.”

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10.Experience Barossa Valley by E-bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $240

Spend six and a half hours riding an electric bike through Barossa vineyards with a local guide such as Dan or Matt. Visit Yalumba twice, enjoy hot chocolate and cake, taste six artisan wines, sample Barossa cheeses, and finish with a private Yalumba tasting and picnic for two. The group is limited to 10 people.

“Absolutely fantastic tour of all the local Highlights that I never would have discovered on my own! Matt was a great tour guide and host.”

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11.Blue Labyrinth PRIVATE Tour: Sydney Blue Mountains by E-Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $268

Meet your guide in Glenbrook at 8:30 am for a private four-hour e-bike ride through the Blue Mountains National Park. You’ll use easy fire roads and basic single track, stopping at lookouts such as Mount Portal and Tunnel View. Guide Sam can adapt the route to your riding level and schedule.

“Thanks so much for an amazing organisation within my tight flight schedule of a business trip. Sam was very occomodating, he met met me at my hotel and began earlier than usual so I could still have a three hour bike tour in the Read more”

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12.Electric Bike Rental & Wheel Explorer Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · 1 day · from $67

Rent an electric bike for a full day and use the Wheel Explorer App to follow a clockwise Sydney loop with more than 300 narrated directions. Your Bluetooth helmet supplies the audio, so you can ride at your own pace past the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens, Woolloomooloo, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, and more. Guided help from Jake may be available, but the standard experience is self-guided.

“This was a pleasant tour and an easy way to learn about the city. The guide shared a lot of useful information and explained everything clearly. The city is beautiful, and the tour gave a good overview. I’d recommend it to anyone looking to explore and learn more.”

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13.Byron Bay: Northern Rivers Rail Trail E-Bike Hire & Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 5 hours · from $112

You’ll ride the 24km Murwillumbah to Crabbes Creek rail trail on a fitted Moustache e-bike, with helmet, panniers, map and tunnel light provided. Campbell, Rin or Leo may handle your shuttle from Byron Bay and nearby towns. Stop for local food, galleries and scenery at your own pace.

“Fantastic day on the rail trail. Picked up early from Byron Bay by Campbell who talked us through the scenery and history of the area. Bikes were in great condition and the ride is superb with dining and various stops on the way”

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14.Barossa Valley: Gourmet Food and Wine E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 6h 30m · from $237

Ride about 25 km through Barossa vineyards on an easy-to-use e-bike, with a guide such as Matt, Jack, or Dan. Visit Yalumba, taste rare wines at Artisans, sample local cheese and chocolate, and finish with a platter lunch and wine drawn straight from a barrel. Small groups are limited to 10.

“An excellent day packed full of great conversation, interesting wine industry topics, generous wine and cheese tastings topped off with lunch platter and glass of wine at Yalumba… and of course a fabulous bike ride around the lovely Barossa. Great value, exceeded expectations, highly recommend.”

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15.Sunshine Coast: Maleny Magic Guided e-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2h 30m · from $87

Join Stuart for a 150-minute small-group e-bike ride from Maleny Showgrounds. Follow Obi Obi Creek, look for platypuses, stop at Mary Cairncross Reserve for included coffee, and hear about local geology and ecology. You need basic bike skills, moderate fitness, and closed-toe shoes.

“Stuart was a great guide and paced the trip for a less experienced rider. Nice to see a platypus in their natural environment. It was fun experience.”

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