Self Drive Holidays in New Zealand
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New Zealand Pure and Simple
20 nights | April to OctoberExperience New Zealand outside the high season and without the 'crowds'. 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 e... from £982more about New Zealand Pure and Simple »
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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 £298more about Beautiful Bay of Islands »
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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 £677more about Sunset Trail »
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Great NZ 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 £895more about Great NZ Touring Route »
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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 £1,131more about New Zealand Wine Trail »
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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 £744more about Simply South »
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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 £2,061more about In the Footsteps of Ben Fogle »
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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 £976more about Essential New Zealand 4x4 »
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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 £1,171more about South Island Vintage »
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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 £737more about Whale Rider Country »
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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 £1,184more about Simply the Best »
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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 £878more about Winter Wonderland »
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4x4 Experience
14 nights | 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 £927more about 4x4 Experience »
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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 £2,430more about New Zealand Nature Tour »
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New Zealand's 'Small Five'
17 nights | Year roundThey 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 £2,430more about New Zealand's 'Small Five' »
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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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Mountains to 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 £3,652more about Mountains to Fiords »
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Cetacean Explorer
19 nights | All year roundThis 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 £1,842more about Cetacean Explorer »
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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 £1,310more about New Zealand Motor Roam »
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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 £4,126more about Family Winter Sun »
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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 £1,346more about Discover Aotearoa »
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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 £2,736more about Journey through Middle Earth »
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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 £2,853more about Beach and Rainforest »
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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 £2,071more about 4x4 Bike and Drive »
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New Zealand on a Harley
21 nights | Year roundIf 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 £3,270more about New Zealand on a Harley »
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The 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 £1,299more about The Real New Zealand 4x4 »
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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 £2,211more about In the Footsteps of the 'Big Yin' »
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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 £1,967more about 4x4 Hike and Drive »
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