North Island Self Drive Holidays
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Enjoy one of Pure Journey's classic self-drive touring routes around New Zealand or Australia. These holiday tours ensure you get to see and experience some of Australasia's best scenery and attractions. Choose to visit both countries or just one. Australia is a vast country and although New Zealand is much smaller there are tricky roads and endless bush to contend with so knowing the right place to stop can be half the challenge. Our team of travel specialists will guide you through the selection process, making sure you have everything you need to enjoy your perfect vacation.Â
New Zealand hosts stunning lakes, mountains, geothermal activity, and glaciers while Australia showcases golden sandy beaches, aquatic wonders rainforests, and the contrasting red deserts. Both countries are home to incredible native wildlife and offer cultural experiences and adventure that every generation can enjoy.
- 5 days/4 night Journey from Auckland to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$901pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Travel through the heart of the North Island on this short 'highlights' New Zealand Self Drive Tour. From Auckland journey south through the Waikato countryside to Rotorua, the Maori culture capital of New Zealand. It’s then on to the Art Deco city of Napier in the Hawkes Bay, home to New Zealand’s oldest vineyards. The final leg of your whirlwind tour of the North Island takes you past sheep farms and wineries as you travel through the Wairarapa region to your final destination, the capital city of Wellington.
- 10 days/9 night Journey from Wellington to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$2,181pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels - premium
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Starting and finishing in Wellington explore Napier, Rotorua, Auckland Waitomo and Tongariro National Park on this circular North Island route.
- 10 days/9 night Journey from Wellington to Auckland
- Prices start from NZD$2,351pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Starting in Wellington explore Napier, Rotorua, Auckland and the Bay of Islands.
- 9 days/8 night Journey from Auckland to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$1,884pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Hotel 3 star
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Journey south through New Zealand’s North Island from Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’ to the quirky capital city of Wellington. Along the way you’ll encounter Maori culture in Rotorua, explore the Art Deco architecture and vineyards of Napier and travel at a relaxed pace allowing you to really soak up the atmosphere of each destination.
- 10 days/9 night Journey from Auckland to Auckland
- Prices start from NZD$5,287pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Boutique lodges & hotels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Starting with a relaxing break on Waiheke Island, you'll explore the boutique wineries on this balmy haven. You'll then journey south for a Coromandel Wilderness Adventure, Maori culture in Rotorua and the majestic mountains of Tongariro National Park as you hike the renowned Tongariro Crossing.
- 17 days/16 night Journey from Auckland to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$3,027pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Explore the best of the North Island at a relaxing pace, allowing you time to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the diverse scenery. From the ‘City of Sails’ you’ll journey north to the tropical Bay of Islands for 3 nights. Then meander back down the island via the Kauri Coast, Snells Beach and the Coromandel Peninsula before hitting the cultural centre of Rotorua. Continue on to the vibrant city of Wellington via the wine regions of the Hawkes Bay and the Wairarapa.
- 10 days/9 night Journey from Auckland to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$3,792pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Spend 10 days in Middle Earth. This itinerary takes you to Mt Doom, Mordor, Hobbiton, and the Weta Cave...
- 8 days/7 night Journey from Rotorua to Auckland
- Prices start from NZD$3,285pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Add this itinerary to some existing plans. Starting in Rotorua your whirlwind adventure includes visiting Hobbiton, Jet Boat riding, staying on the side of a volcano and glow worm caves!
- 6 days/5 night Journey from Auckland to Auckland
- Prices start from NZD$2,169pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Boutique lodges & hotels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
What a fantastic itinerary. Exploring the tropical north while enjoying some fine hospitality in unique accommodations. There really is nothing to match this.
- 8 days/7 night Journey from Auckland to Wellington
- Prices start from NZD$1,451pp (low season, specific configuration)
- Motels
- NZ North Island Self Drive
Get a taste of the beautiful North Island, from Auckland to Wellington with a cultural stop in the breath-taking Rotorua and the stunning wine region of Hawkes Bay.
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