Self-drive routes
Self-drive packages for 10 to 15 nights in boutique hotels or luxury lodges, one island or both.
Our routes
Each route is a starting point. The stops, nights and pace can all change.
North & South Islands
15 nights
8 stops, longest drive around 3 hours
Explore route: North & South Islands, 15 nights
What's included
Included
- Every night, in boutique hotels or luxury lodges
- The rental car, with insurance
- Direct support line
Not included
- Flights to and from New Zealand
- Travel insurance
- Fuel
- Activities
Good to know
Are flights included?
No. The package covers the nights, the car and the support line.
How long are the drives?
The longest day is around 3 hours on the North & South Islands route, 4 hours on the North Island and 6 hours on the South Island. Add a night to break up any long day.
When is the best time to go?
December to March is summer and the warmest. Spring and autumn are milder and quieter. February is the busiest month at the lodges, so book early for it.
Can we change a route?
Yes. Add a night, drop a stop, swap a lodge or do the route in reverse.
Will the lodges have rooms for our dates?
We ask each lodge to hold your dates before you pay anything. If one is full, we find another or move the nights around.