Historic Beechworth and Yackandandah punch well above their weight in the food, drink and cycling scene.

The newest section of the M2M Rail Trail connects the two townships with a cruisy 26km downhill roll – book a return shuttle back up the hill with The Bike Hire Company . The 15km descent from Beechworth to Everton with the option to extend to Milawa is also a locals favourite.

Based out of Beechworth, Tour de Vines offer all-inclusive gourmet tours and Ride with OBG hire out eMTB bikes. Bridge Road Brewery have town bikes for hire too - enjoy a pizza and a brew at drop off.

Home to award-winning wineries, restaurants and world-class local produce as well as some of the most picturesque camping, fishing, cycling, swimming and boating locations in Australia.

Hit the the Rutherglen to Wahgunyah section on the flat, sealed trail, taking in views of bushland and verdant farmland, popping into welcoming cellar doors along the way.

For extra zip, pick up an E-bike from Rutherglen Radler , based out of the impressive Convent Brewery .

Enjoy an easy-breezy 17km pedal from Wangaratta out to Victoria's food bowl, the Milawa Gourmet Region, and stock up on incredible cheeses, baked treats, olives, seasonal fruits and cool climate Italian wine varietals. 

Keen rail trail history riders are spoilt for choice on the Wangaratta to Everton trail section, passing four stations over 25km. Don't miss Everton's famous milkshakes.

Hire an E-Bike from West End Cycles in Wangaratta or take advantage of Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway's 'Stay Cycle Sip & Explore' bike hire package.