Self Drive Holidays in New Zealand
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Discover Aotearoa
20 nights | Year roundThis classic 21-day itinerary offers a complete overview of New Zealand in a timescale that suits. Including iconic cultural experiences, ‘must do’ attractions and of course, stunning and varied scenery, you’ll cover a lot of ground and still have time to relax and savo... from £1,185more about Discover Aotearoa »
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4x4 Bike and Drive
21 nights | Year RoundThis 4x4 touring itinerary offers the perfect combination of comfort, independence and as much or as little physical activity as you choose. Travel on little-used 4x4 tracks and venture further into New Zealand's varied landscape on well-marked cycling routes. from £1,688more about 4x4 Bike and Drive »
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4x4 Experience
14 nights | All year roundVenture right off the beaten track and travel through areas that most visitors to New Zealand don’t see. Driving your own 4x4 vehicle you’ll experience the essence of the country driving on historic pioneering routes and spend a night on a sheep farm. from £796more about 4x4 Experience »
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4x4 Hike and Drive
24 nights | Year RoundThis imaginative itinerary offers the very best of New Zealand, incorporating well-known sights, national parks and renowned hiking trails. With your own 4x4 vehicle you’ll discover New Zealand’s exciting back country and at the end of each day return to comfortable acc... from £1,604more about 4x4 Hike and Drive »
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Beach and Rainforest
21 nights | November to AprilGlorious flora and fauna are the themes for this specially prepared itinerary combining two of New Zealand’s Great Walks – the Abel Tasman & Rakiura Tracks. Take advantage of this great package price and discover the spectacular scenery and wonders of the South and Nort... from £2,385more about Beach and Rainforest »
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Beautiful Bay of Islands
2 nights | Year RoundThis 3-day itinerary is the perfect add-on to a longer touring holiday starting or ending in Auckland. Drive into Northland to one of the most historically significant and beautiful areas in New Zealand. from £240more about Beautiful Bay of Islands »
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Cetacean Explorer
19 nights | All year roundThis 20-day tour incorporates the best whale and dolphin encounters available in New Zealand as well as providing a comprehensive introduction to the other natural and cultural highlights both islands have to offer. from £1,770more about Cetacean Explorer »
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Eco Wilderness Lodges
18 nights | June to SeptemberThis classic itinerary offers a pick and mix lodge experience especially designed for travel during the New Zealand winter - the ideal time to go slow and savour. Enjoy great value at some of the finest eco-lodges in the country and discover the delights of travel durin... from £354more about Eco Wilderness Lodges »
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Essential New Zealand 4x4
10 nights | YEAR ROUNDIf you have limited time but still want to see as much of New Zealand as possible then this adventurous tour of the North and South Islands is highly recommended. With your own 4x4 you can get away from the main tourist drives without missing the scenic highlights. from £877more about Essential New Zealand 4x4 »
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Family Winter Sun
20 nights | June - SeptemberThis family package can be enjoyed year-round but has been designed to highlight the best of New Zealand’s winter months, with a focus on the sandy beaches of the mild northern regions. Perfectly suited to families, the route makes the most of the mild weather and deser... from £3,518more about Family Winter Sun »
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Great New Zealand Touring Route
7 nights | All year roundAs the name would suggest, this 8-day itinerary follows a classic touring route around some of the North Island’s most picturesque locations including volcanic Rotorua, the vineyards of Hawkes Bay and the lush bush and beaches of the Coromandel. from £769more about Great New Zealand Touring Route »
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In the Footsteps of Ben Fogle
9 nights | November to AprilFollow in the footsteps of Ben Fogle's visit to New Zealand and share some of his experiences in both the North & South Islands with a host of activites included. This great package price includes a selection of wonders of the South and North Islands. As with all our in... from £1,880more about In the Footsteps of Ben Fogle »
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In the Footsteps of the 'Big Yin'
22 nights | Year roundThis comprehensive self drive itinerary is inspired by the New Zealand adventure of Scotland’s favourite comedian and includes many of the places featured in the programme Billy Connolly - World Tour of New Zealand and is specifically designed for those looking for a si... from £0more about In the Footsteps of the 'Big Yin' »
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Journey through Middle Earth
20 nights | All year roundThis comprehensive 21-day itinerary showcases the diverse locations used in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy. There are several guided location tours included as well as an overnight cruise on spectacular Doubtful Sound. from £2,200more about Journey through Middle Earth »
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Mountains and Fiords
18 nights | November to AprilBased in the stunningly beautiful Southern Lakes region of New Zealand, experience adventure and nature on this tailor-made itinerary combining the acclaimed Milford Track with another of New Zealand’s Great Walks, the Routeburn Track. from £3,290more about Mountains and Fiords »
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New Zealand Motor Roam
19 nights | All year roundTaking in the major highlights of both islands from the thermal centre of North Island to the lakes and fiords of the deep south, this well thought out itinerary caters for those who enjoy the freedom a motorhome brings but with the ease of knowing where they are going ... from £983more about New Zealand Motor Roam »
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New Zealand Nature Tour
17 nights | All year roundThis is the ultimate tour for nature enthusiasts and an excellent 18-day touring option. Farmstays and excursions are included in the price, such as whale watching in Kaikoura, a visit to Ulva Island Nature Reserve and a cruise on Milford Sound and the comprehensive tri... from £2,145more about New Zealand Nature Tour »
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New Zealand Wine Trail
7 nights | All year roundWine connoisseurs and gourmands look no further as this itinerary delivers on every level – good food, fine wine, charming accommodation, special inclusions and New Zealand’s trademark spectacular scenery. from £888more about New Zealand Wine Trail »
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Real New Zealand 4x4
21 nights | Year roundIn just three weeks you will see and experience the very best of what New Zealand has to offer, driving from one stunning location to the next. This exciting 4x4 self-drive itinerary includes a balanced mix of driving on sealed roads and gravel, which with your four whe... from £1,095more about Real New Zealand 4x4 »
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Simply South
9 nights | All year roundExplore the dramatic and stunning scenery of the South Island including the Canterbury Plains surrounding Christchurch, the sweeping West Coast glaciers, the rugged Catlins Coast and the majestic lakes and fiords of Queenstown and Fiordland National Park. from £627more about Simply South »
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Simply the Best
14 nights | All year roundIdeal for those with limited time, this concise two-week itinerary features well-known scenic and cultural highlights. With some of New Zealand’s foremost attractions included in the price, such as Milford Sound and TranzAlpine train journey, this holiday is also great ... from £1,083more about Simply the Best »
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South Island Vintage
12 nights | All year roundThis is a comprehensive 12-day itinerary around New Zealand’s spectacular South Island from the sunny vineyards of Blenheim to the magnificent peaks and fiords of the South Lakes. Based on Hotels of Character, throughout you’ll stay in some of the country’s most charmin... from £1,022more about South Island Vintage »
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Sunset Trail
5 nights | Year RoundThis 6-day itinerary, which can be combined with a South Island itinerary, is an excellent choice if you’re looking to get away from the main tourist areas. Western North Island is a dominated by the iconic sight of Mt Taranaki, but the region also offers surf-pounded b... from £261more about Sunset Trail »
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The Real New Zealand
21 nights | Year RoundWith you own 4x4 vehicle this 3 week itinerary lets you see and experience the very best New Zealand has to offer, driving from one stunning location to the next. The itinerary includes a balanced mix of driving on sealed roads and gravel, which with your four wheel dri... from £887more about The Real New Zealand »
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Whale Rider Country
13 nights | All year roundDiscover one of New Zealand’s less-travelled regions following the Pacific Coast Highway around the East Cape visiting the locations where ‘Whale Rider’ was filmed. Over 14-days you’ll also visit Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and the whale-watching capital Kaikoura.... from £862more about Whale Rider Country »
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Winter Wonderland
14 nights | June - SeptemberSnow-capped mountains, frozen glaciers and a variety of winter activities are combined to make this a true winter experience - and what better way to end a crisp clear day in the snow than with a glass of locally produced pinot noir in front of a roaring log fire?! from £829more about Winter Wonderland »
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