NZ South Island Self Drive Itineraries

The flowers are in full bloom around Lake Tekapo

Te Waipounamu is the Māori name for the larger of New Zealand's two main islands. The South Island, affectionately referred to as the Mainland by its inhabitants, is nearly one third larger than the North however less than one-quarter of the population lives there. We've handpicked all the must-see spots and most popular attractions for your driving holiday itinerary in the South Island. And remember, all our tour itineraries are infinitely customisable free of charge. So, you'll see everything you want to see regardless of how long you have. Take a look at our South Island New Zealand Self Drive Tours and start the road trip of a lifetime now. Refine your search by using the 'Tour Finder' on the left hand side.

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Family Friendly Accommodation

Make your family's next trip an active adventure in Tasmania. Each day you'll wake to an outstanding natural environment with unique wildlife and ancient forests and coastlines - this is the 'Great Outdoors'. The included activities offer kayaking on the Freycinet Peninsula, and lots of time by the sea in Bicheno, hiking at Cradle Mountain, take an air-walk amongst the treetops in Tahune and a wilderness railway adventure on the West Coast. With plenty of time for the family to unwind and relax with convenient two night stays in each location.

Tahune Airwalk, Bicheno, kayaking at Freycinet, 

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Comfortable Hotels

A new take on an overseas journey, comforting familiarity, yet extraordinarily different. A place of wild beauty and World Heritage-listed National Parks, shaped by geology and refined by its weather. The culture and the heritage is on full display on this 12-day Tasmanian epic - a modern vibrant capital, Colonial history, the freshest Southern Ocean seafood, mischievous devils, shy penguins and adorable Joeys. 

New Zealanders: These tours have been designed to match the flights which will depart Auckland on a Sunday so that they hit Hobart on a Saturday for the Salamanca market.

 

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3 Star Accommodation

Without a doubt Tasmania should be on your Australian travel itinerary - too many people miss out on this absolute gem of a place. There is so much to see and do! Explore Hobart, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires, and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Taste gourmet food and wine, and take a step back in time at Port Arthur and the surprising Bruny Island.

From $2649
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4.5 to 5 Star Accommodation

Off the mainland of Australia, you will find the wild & wonderful state of Tasmania. Featuring World Heritage wilderness and history, there is so much to see and do! Explore Hobart, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Taste Gourmet Food and Wine, and take a step back in time at Port Arthur.

From $3648
per person low season
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Boutique Hotels

The wildlife and the dramatic scenery abound through the rivers, mountains and coastline of Tasmania. This self drive journey will provide ample opportunity to interact with the natural environment at Cradle Mountain & Freycinet National Park. With an ocean cruise at Wineglass Bay and a scenic river cruise on the Gordon River - you will travel the great breadth and length of Tasmania. 

New Zealanders: These tours have been designed to match the flights which will depart Auckland on a Thursday so that they hit Hobart on a Saturday for the Salamanca market.

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Adelaide
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Brisbane
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Luxury Accommodation

Embrace your wild side in style on a sumptuous 10-day Australian honeymoon. Begin with a gorgeous Kangaroo Island getaway, surrounded by pristine wilderness. Discover a remote Tasmanian haven amid Freycinet's National Park Tasmania's pink mountains & perfect beaches. End your epic honeymoon in a private island hideaway on Hamilton Island on the legendary Great Barrier Reef.

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4.5 to 5 Star Accommodation

Experience Tasmania’s wild beauty, journey along some of the world’s highest sea cliffs with the ‘Three Capes Lodge Walk’, the only fully guided Three Capes Track experience with accommodation inside the National Park, then explore the remote and harsh southern coasts and waterways of Tasmania's Southwest Wilderness, this is rugged and beautiful region only explored by flying. Cruise the beautiful Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park – and much more!


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