New Zealand Self-Drive

New Zealand self drive holidays are probably the most popular method of touring New Zealand and one for which the country is ideally suited. You can choose from a selection of specially designed itineraries as detailed below. Alternatively we can tailor-make a holiday just for you, planning an itinerary based entirely around what you want to see and do, booking accommodation and excursions as required.

 

Self Drive Holidays in New Zealand

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  • The Real New Zealand 4x4
    The Real New Zealand 4x4
    21 nights | Year round
    In 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 £1,563
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  • Boutique Western North Island
    Boutique Western North Island
    5 nights | Year round
    This 6-day itinerary based on the North Island, is an excellent choice if you’re looking to get away from the main tourist areas. Western North Island is dominated by the iconic sight of Mt Taranaki, but the region also offers striking gardens surf-pounded beaches and f... from £777
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  • Friends and Family Self Drive
    Friends and Family Self Drive
    8 nights | Year round
    With a choice of North or South Island itineraries, these self drives are perfectly suited to combine with a visit to see friends or family in New Zealand. Leisurely paced and with plenty of free time, whether you choose a North Island Getaway or South Island Escape fol... from £273
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  • Boutique Wine Trail Self Drive
    Boutique Wine Trail Self Drive
    9 nights | Year round
    Wine 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. Taking in the wine regions of Hawkes Bay, Martinborough and Marl... from £1,473
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  • South Island Explorer
    South Island Explorer
    11 nights | Year round
    Explore the dramatic and stunning scenery of the South Island; the sweeping West Coast glaciers, rugged Catlins Coast, sandy beaches and coves around Nelson and majestic lakes and fiords of Queenstown and Fiordland National Park. from £802
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  • New Zealand on a Budget
    New Zealand on a Budget
    13, 21 nights | Year Round
    This self-drive 22 or 14 day itinerary is especially designed for the budget-conscious traveller wanting to experience the very best of New Zealand at an affordable cost. Savour the spectacular scenery and highlights of this amazing country as you start your journey in... from £817
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  • New Zealand by Motorhome
    New Zealand by Motorhome
    13, 20 nights | Year round
    Exclusive to Discover the World and available as either a 21-day or 14-day itinerary this holiday features Pacific Horizon's GEM Motorhome providing a great way to travel the length and breadth of 'the land of the long white cloud' whilst enjoying the independence and c... from £788
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  • Essential New Zealand Self Drive
    Essential New Zealand Self Drive
    13, 20 nights | Year round
    Exclusive to Discover the World these fully independent self drive itineraries offer a choice of 21 or 14 days touring, perfectly suited to the budget-conscious traveller. Designed to keep your day to day living costs to a minimum while focusing on classic highlights, t... from £815
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  • Whale Rider Country
    Whale Rider Country
    13 nights | All year round
    Discover 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 £945
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  • Winter Wonderland Self Drive
    Winter Wonderland Self Drive
    13 nights | Jun - Sep
    Snow-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 £1,369
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  • New Zealand Highlights Self Drive
    New Zealand Highlights Self Drive
    14 nights | Year round
    Ideal for those with limited time, this concise two-week itinerary features well-known scenic and cultural highlights visiting Rotorua, Wellington, Kaikoura, the West Coast and Queenstown. With some of New Zealand’s foremost attractions included in the price, such as ic... from £1,202
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  • New Zealand's 'Small Five'
    New Zealand's 'Small Five'
    17 nights | Year round
    They may not be as widely recognised as Africa's 'Big Five', but the kiwi, yellow-eyed penguin, tuatara, kea and Hector’s dolphin form New Zealand's own collection of 'must-see' wildlife that have a unique charm that cannot fail to appeal. This 18-day independent holida... from £2,898
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  • New Zealand Nature Tour
    New Zealand Nature Tour
    17 nights | All year round
    This 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 £3,061
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  • Cetacean Explorer
    Cetacean Explorer
    19 nights | All year round
    This 20-day tour incorporates the best whale watching 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 £2,227
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  • New Zealand Motor Roam
    New Zealand Motor Roam
    19 nights | All year round
    Taking 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 £1,379
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  • Discover Aotearoa
    Discover Aotearoa
    20 nights | Year round
    This 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 £1,452
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  • Journey through Middle Earth
    Journey through Middle Earth
    20 nights | All year round
    This 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 £3,148
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  • New Zealand Pure and Simple
    New Zealand Pure and Simple
    20 nights | Year round
    Drive from one stunning region to another without missing the main attractions of the country. Unwind, take in the amazing landscape and leave everything else to us. You can start your journey in either Auckland or Christchurch. Perfectly suited to the budget-conscious ... from £1,212
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  • New Zealand on a Harley
    New Zealand on a Harley
    21 nights | Year round
    If you are looking for a slightly different way to experience New Zealand then what better way to experience this captivating country, than on the back of a Harley Davidson. Following a guide you can enjoy riding the open roads of both the North and South Islands as wel... from £4,103
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  • New Zealand with a Difference
    New Zealand with a Difference
    23 nights | Year Round
    This is the ultimate trip for the budget-conscious traveller to the ‘Land of the long white cloud’. A fascinating and beautiful country, New Zealand has plenty of mouth-watering scenic and cultural highlights to savour around every corner. from £1,326
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  • 4x4 Hike and Drive
    4x4 Hike and Drive
    24 nights | Year Round
    This 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 £2,391
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