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Louise Vargaya-Conza

Louise Vargaya-Conza

Born and raised in Dunedin, New Zealand, Louise has always had a passion for biking, hiking, kayaking and volunteering for the Department of Conservation and Search and Rescue. She began working as a veterinary nurse, but decided to turn her passions into a career so studied outdoor recreation and has never looked back. Louise considers herself very lucky to have been able to work in some of the most beautiful areas in New Zealand and abroad, with many amazing people. She is currently studying ecology in order to maintain the special places where she guides. With her fellow guide and husband, Rudy, she chases the good weather back to his hometown of Arequipa, Peru, during the New Zealand winters.

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You’re new to biking, or you just want to take it easy with lots of stops to take pictures and explore and no one hurrying you along. Expect a leisurely pace over generally flat terrain.

Average distance per day: 18-35 miles.

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You’re not a fanatical rider, but you exercise regularly and enjoy a leisurely day’s spin on your bike. You might want to graduate to “intermediate” one day, or not. The pace is relaxed but the terrain gently rolling, more ups and downs, more vistas and valleys than Easy tours.

Average distance per day: 35-45 miles.

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You’re active on your days off, and recreational biking is most likely your weekend sport of choice. You love to ride and it shows in your endurance and strength. A steady but active pace, with opportunities to push yourself and some challenging climbs, with great descents over rolling terrain. (These folks ARE cyclists, they are usually pretty serious cyclists but do not train at the expert level.)

Average distance per day: 40-50 miles.

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Average distance per day: 45+ miles.

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If you have kids under 16, we have great options for you! With fewer hotel changes, easier biking and wheels for all ages, we've got your ideal active family holiday.

Average distance per day: 20–30 miles.

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