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Ultimate New Zealand Self Drive

  • Auckland
  • Rotorua
  • Tongariro National Park
  • Wellington
  • Blenheim
  • Christchurch
  • Kaikoura
  • Hotitika
  • Franz Josef
  • Wanaka
  • Te Anau
  • Queenstown
  • Lake Tekapo
  • 20 nights from
  • £8,000 per person

    • Trip Code: SD-1503

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Holiday Overview

Ultimate New Zealand Self Drive

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Day 1 - Auckland

Arrive in the "City of Sails" and transfer to your hotle, spend the rest of the day exploring Auckland at your own pace.

Featured accommodation

M Social Auckland

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Day 2 - Auckland

Enjoy a full day exploring Auckland, options include the immersive All Blacks Experience, perhaps take in 360 degree views from the Sky Tower, or hop on a ferry across the harbour to the picturesque island of Waiheke, renowned for its beautiful beaches, vineyards and relaxed atmosphere.

Featured accommodation

M Social Auckland

Unmissable Experiences

All Blacks Experience
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Day 3 - Rotorua via Hobbiton

Collect your hire car and journey to Rotorua, stopping en route to explore the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set. Famous as the filming location for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, this immersive guided tour offers fascinating behind the scenes insights and enchanting scenery, making it a memorable experience whether you're a devoted fan or simply curious to discover Middle Earth.

Featured accommodation

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Unmissable Experiences

Hobbiton
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Day 4 - Rotorua

This morning, discover the rich traditions of Māori culture with a guided visit to the New Zealand Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. Explore the greenstone, wood carving and flax weaving schools, visit Rotowhio Pā and the Kiwi Conservation Centre, and experience the dramatic geothermal landscapes of Te Whakarewarewa, home to the spectacular Pohutu Geyser.

This afternoon, unwind at the renowned Polynesian Spa. Set on the shores of Lake Rotorua, the Deluxe Lake Spa offers stunning lakeside views across the tranquil Sulphur Bay Wildlife Reserve, providing the perfect setting to relax and rejuvenate in its naturally heated mineral pools.

Featured accommodation

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

Unmissable Experiences

Te Puia
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Day 5 - Tongario via Taupo

Continue your journey to Tongariro National Park, stopping en route at the spectacular Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. We recommend arriving by 9:30am to witness the impressive Lady Knox Geyser erupt at approximately 10:15am. Afterwards, travel along the scenic shores of Lake Taupō before arriving in Tongariro National Park, where dramatic volcanic landscapes and rugged mountain scenery await.

Featured accommodation

The Powderhorn Chateau

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Day 6 - Wellington

Continue south towards Wellington, passing through the rolling farmland and wide-open landscapes of the Manawatū region. As the journey unfolds, the scenery gradually gives way to dramatic coastal views before arriving in New Zealand's vibrant capital, with a picturesque harbour, lively waterfront and renowned cafés.

Featured accommodation

Rydges Wellington

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