Explore New Zealand's South Island with a 14 day self-drive holiday featuring spectacular alpine scenery, coastal landscapes, wildlife and outdoor adventures. Choose from itineraries departing Christchurch or Queenstown, with destinations and experiences varying by package. Holidays include accommodation and rental car arrangements, with hybrid vehicles as standard and fully electric vehicles available as an option, subject to availability. All itineraries can be customised to suit your travel preferences.
Discover New Zealand's South Island in 14 Days
Two weeks provides time to explore some of the South Island's most distinctive landscapes, from the Southern Alps and glacial lakes to rugged coastlines, native forests and Fiordland's dramatic scenery.
Depending on your chosen itinerary, you could discover Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, explore Queenstown and Central Otago, experience the natural beauty of Milford Sound or visit the wildlife-rich Otago Peninsula.
Our 14-day South Island holidays cater to different interests, including scenic touring, guided walking, coastal exploration and wildlife encounters. Some itineraries focus on particular regions or experiences rather than attempting to cover the entire island.
Compare 14 Day South Island Self Drive Holidays
Our 14-day South Island holidays offer different routes, accommodation arrangements and experiences. Compare the five available packages to find the holiday that best suits your interests and preferred travel style.
| Self Drive Holiday | Main Experience | Best Suited To |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Day South Island Coastal Self Drive | Coastal scenery, wildlife and varied landscapes | Travellers interested in coastal exploration |
| 14 Days South Island Wilderness Encounters Self Drive | Glaciers, fiords, native forests and wilderness experiences | Nature enthusiasts seeking immersive outdoor experiences |
| 14 Day Southern South Island Highlights with Stewart Island | Queenstown, Central Otago, Dunedin and Stewart Island | Travellers interested in wildlife, southern landscapes and regional experiences |
| 14 Day Southern Highlights & Milford Track Great Walk | Southern Alps scenery and the Milford Track | Travellers seeking a guided multi-day walking experience |
| 14 Day Southern Circle Day Walks Self Drive | Scenic South Island touring combined with day walks | Travellers who enjoy walking without committing to a multi-day Great Walk |
Each holiday has its own itinerary and inclusions. Select a package above to explore the destinations, accommodation and activities before making your choice.
14 Day South Island Self Drive Holidays
Why Choose a 14 Day South Island Self Drive Holiday?
A two-week self-drive holiday offers flexibility to explore at your own pace while enjoying a carefully planned itinerary.
With accommodation and rental car arrangements organised in advance, you can concentrate on discovering the destinations and experiences that interest you most.
Our South Island self-drive holidays can be customised to accommodate your preferred travel dates, accommodation style and sightseeing interests.
All packages that include car rental feature hybrid vehicles as standard. Fully electric vehicles (EVs) are also available as an option, subject to availability.
Explore More South Island Self Drive Holidays
If you have more or less time available, explore our other South Island holiday options.
Compare 10 Day South Island Self Drive Holidays for shorter itineraries featuring selected South Island highlights.
For a more extensive journey, discover our 21 Day South Island Self Drive Holidays, offering additional time to explore different regions.
You can also browse Christchurch Self Drive Holidays and Queenstown Self Drive Holidays to compare itineraries by departure city.