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New Zealand Self Drive Holidays

New Zealand is ideally suited for an independent self drive holiday whether you choose to travel by car, 4×4 or motorhome. With incredible scenery, an excellent network of roads and friendly locals always ready to offer directions and suggestions, it’s easy to see why self drive holidays are the most popular method of touring this spectacular country.

Our collection of itineraries have been carefully designed to take you to well-known scenic and cultural highlights as well as hidden gems, but also allow plenty of time to relax and savour the experience. They are intended to provide the starting point from which our accredited Tourism New Zealand Kiwi Specialists will tailor make a holiday exactly to suit you. There is so much mouth-watering scenery and thrilling experiences to digest in New Zealand that driving yourself is offers the greatest degree of flexibility.

The main advantage of having your own vehicle is the freedom to travel as you please and at your own pace – stopping whenever you want to stretch your legs, tuck into a picnic or take photos. In a land where every bend in the road seems to bring another amazing view to savour, such independence is truly appealing for couples, friends and families alike.

What types of vehicles can I hire in New Zealand?

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Car Rental in New Zealand

We offer a comprehensive range of manual and automatic vehicles from the Budget and Go Rentals to best meet your requirements. A normal saloon or hatchback is sufficient for all of New Zealand’s main roads, but off the beaten track you may encounter unsealed roads, for which a 4WD is more suitable.

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Motorhome Rental in New Zealand

A motorhome is ideal for touring New Zealand, offers total freedom and means you always have a home for the night. We offer a comprehensive range of vehicles from the following suppliers to best meet your requirements.

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