Which Self-Drive Holidays Start in Auckland?
Auckland is a convenient starting point for North Island and two-island itineraries. Routes can travel through the Coromandel, Waitomo, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Taupō, Hawke’s Bay and Wellington before finishing in Auckland, Wellington or continuing to the South Island.
Which Self-Drive Holidays Start in Christchurch?
Christchurch provides easy access to the South Island’s alpine, coastal and wine regions. Depending on the itinerary, you can travel towards Kaikōura and Marlborough, cross to the West Coast or head south through Aoraki/Mt Cook, Dunedin, Fiordland and Queenstown. Alternatively you can head north to Auckland or Wellington.
Which Self-Drive Holidays Start in Queenstown?
Queenstown is well placed for journeys to Christchurch through Central Otago, Wānaka, Fiordland and the West Coast. Longer routes can continue north through both islands and finish in Auckland or Wellington.
Which Self-Drive Holidays Start in Wellington?
Starting in Wellington allows you to explore the lower North Island or cross Cook Strait to Picton. From Marlborough, you can continue through Kaikōura, Christchurch and the Southern Alps towards Queenstown.
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