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New Zealand Self Drive Tours

Name: New Zealand Self Drive Tours
Address: 12 Sir Tim Wallis Drive, Wanaka, 9305, NZ
Telephone: +64 3 443 0812

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NZ's self-drive holiday experts with the largest range of tour packages, all of which can be customised just for you.

We utilise our experience, expertise and knowledge of New Zealand combined with our passion and dedication to create and organise truly memorable New Zealand Self Drive tour experiences. We offer the largest choice of tour routes and accommodation/car/activity combinations whether you are touring the South Island or the North Island or both. Right from your first contact with us the same Self Driv

e tour expert will handle your enquiry and can customise a tour to your particular requirements to ensure you an unforgettable experience in NZ.

\We are totally committed to operating a sustainable and responsible business.

12/08/2026

Norway? Switzerland? The Amazon?
Nah, just New Zealand casually showing off again 🇳🇿
How many did you get wrong?

Some images provided by: Owen Roth, Great South, Sebastian Goldberg, Petra Reid, Alex Crosbie, Wallace Fonseca, Glacier Valley Eco Tours, Lean View, Bill Fairs.

11/08/2026

I knew New Zealand was going to be beautiful, but I don’t think I realised just how much there is to see until we actually started driving it.

One day you’re watching whales off the coast, the next you’re surrounded by mountains, walking through geothermal landscapes or stopping at yet another lake because somehow this one is even bluer than the last.

And honestly, some of my favourite moments weren’t even the places we’d planned to see. They were the random stops, the roads we took our time on and the views that made us pull over for “just one photo” (which was obviously never just one).
If there’s one way I’d recommend seeing New Zealand, it’s by road. 🚗🇳🇿

Which stop would be top of your list?

05/08/2026

Wellington packs a lot into a remarkably small city.
There’s Parliament and Te Papa, hillside gardens, native birds, independent shops, hidden food spots and a wild coastline, all within easy reach of the centre.
Allow at least two full days. Explore the city on foot, give Te Papa more time than expected and keep a clear afternoon for the coast.
Save this for a future New Zealand road trip 🇳🇿

Some images provided by WellingtonNZ, Phoebe Mackenzie.

04/08/2026

If someone asked me how to spend two weeks in New Zealand’s South Island, this is the route I’d recommend!

It takes you through Queenstown, Wānaka, Franz Josef, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Dunedin and Milford Sound, with plenty of time to enjoy the journey in between. There are glacier flights, scenic train rides, wildlife cruises and some of the best drives you’ll ever do, but also time for long lunches, coffee stops and those places you stumble across unexpectedly.
No two travellers are the same, so think of this as a starting point. From here, it’s easy to add an extra night, swap an experience or slow the pace down to suit the way you like to travel.

If this sounds like your kind of trip, you’ll find the full itinerary via the link in the comments!

23/07/2026

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve visited Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, but somehow it never gets old.

Every trip follows the same routine, the drive along Lake Pukaki, a hike (usually the Ho**er Valley Track), and one last stop at The Hermitage before heading home. It’s become one of my favourite traditions, and I still dread leaving every single time.

If you’re planning a South Island road trip, my biggest piece of advice is simple: don’t rush it. Stay a couple of nights, wake up to the mountains, experience the Dark Sky Reserve, and give yourself time to simply soak it all in.

I’ve shared all of my favourite spots, walks, places to eat and personal tips in my latest travel guide. Link in the comments!

📍 Have you been to Aoraki / Mount Cook? What’s your favourite memory? 👇

03/03/2026

Step into Middle Earth, on your own road trip.

From Hobbiton in the Waikato to Edoras in Canterbury, the volcanic landscapes of Mordor to the stillness of Rivendell, New Zealand’s most cinematic locations are all within reach.

A self-drive journey gives you the freedom to move at your own pace, linger longer, take the scenic route, and experience the landscapes that brought The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit to life.

Speak to one of our Middle Earth Specialists 👉 link in comments.

18/02/2026

POV: You finally booked that New Zealand road trip 🇳🇿

Explore our range of self drive tours 👉🏼 Link in bio.

09/02/2026

What are you ticking off your bucket list in 2026?

Whale encounters in Kaikōura.
Waterfalls and peaks in Milford Sound.
Sleeping beneath Aoraki / Mount Cook.
Ancient glaciers, scenic rail journeys, world-class wine, and unforgettable culture.

New Zealand is packed with once-in-a-lifetime moments, the kind you’ve been saving for someday. Why not make that someday 2026? 🇳🇿

Swipe through, pick your must-dos, then chat with our local specialists to start turning your bucket list into a beautifully planned journey.

Ready to explore New Zealand? Link in comments.

21/12/2025

The ultimate 2026 South Island Road Trip itinerary, made by South Island locals:

📍 Ōtautahi Christchurch
- Wander the riverside CBD, cafes and street art
- Go punting on the Avon River
- Cruise the winding Port Hills out to Akaroa and Banks Peninsula
- Head north to Waipara for a proper Kiwi wine-tasting experience

📍 Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
- Walk the Ho**er Valley Track (note: closed from second bridge until late 2026)
- Experience the Glacier Explorers boat tour on Tasman Glacier
- Take a scenic flight and land on the glacier
- Stargaze under some of the darkest skies in NZ

📍 Ōtepoti Dunedin
- Explore the dramatic coastline at Tunnel Beach
- Visit historic Larnach Castle
- Spot rare wildlife like the yellow-eyed penguin

📍 Doubtful Sound, Fiordland National Park
- Overnight cruise through the fiords
- Kayak in mirror-calm water
- Spot dolphins, seals and birdlife
- Disconnect completely with no phone signal, just nature

📍 Tāhuna Queenstown
- Ride the Skyline gondola for the best views in town
- Hit the water with Shotover Jet
- Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the historic TSS Earnslaw
- Join the Appellation Boutique Wine Tour

📍 Waiau Franz Josef
- Hike through lush rainforest to glacier viewpoints
- Take a scenic helicopter flight soaring over two of NZ’s most famous glaciers
- Visit local hot pools for post-adventure downtime
- Chase waterfalls around the region

📍 TranzAlpine Train
- Ride one of the world’s most scenic train routes
- Soak in alpine views from the open-air carriage
- Cross the Southern Alps and finish where you started

View the complete 2 week South Island Road Trip itinerary here 👇
https://shorturl.at/io2Ka

Start planning your 2026 adventure 🚗 🗺️

Address

12 Sir Tim Wallis Drive
Wanaka
9305

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+64 3 443 0812

Website

https://www.newzealandselfdrivetours.co.nz/

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