Self Drive Adventure Tours of New Zealand

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Based on client feedback and our local expertise, we've put together a custom range of cutting-edge New Zealand self drive adventure tours. Your adventure starts now!

No wonder New Zealand is such a hugely popular destination for thrill seekers.

Visitors have an enormous variety of fantastic adventure activities at hand, from sightseeing by land, air and sea to adrenaline-pumping activities that were ‘made in New Zealand’; bungy jumping, globe riding and jet boating among them.

 

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Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Nadi Fiji
Transport
Rental Vehicle
14 Days
Accom
100% Customisable

Spend an action-filled luxury escape to New Zealand. You'll have 10 days to see the best of New Zealand's bush, coastal rainforests and mountains, before heading for a relaxing Fijian Island Escape lasting 4 days. This trip has so many highlights - helihikes, scenic Fjiord cruises, epic train journeys, bubbling mud pools. Meet the beautiful people of Fiji as they welcome you to their idyllic adults-only island resort.

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Queenstown
13 Days
Group Size
Max 12
Accom
3.5 Star

Let us guide you through some wonderfully remote wilderness area’s while traveling with an intimate small group. Comfort is key so you choose if you want a stroll along the beach or strenuous alpine hike – the choice is yours. And at the end of the day you get to enjoy all the comforts of home in our quality lodges and accommodation.

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Christchurch
12 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
3 to 4 Star

A great overview of New Zealand’s scenic wonders. Visit beautiful Coromandel & Raglan beaches; thermal Rotorua and Taupo; Tongariro National Park and vibrant Wellington before crossing the Cook Strait to the South Island wine region of Marlborough. Continue to the whale-watching mecca of Kaikoura before ending in Christchurch.

Designed for those 35+ with 3-4 star accommodation

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Auckland
Transport
Rental Vehicle
12 Days
Accom
3, 4 & 5 Star Options

This 12 Day North Island New Zealand adventure tour gets you into some remote and amazing places – from the highest commercially rafted waterfall to Waitomo’s deepest cave, 3 days sailing the beautiful Bay of Islands – something for everyone.

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Queenstown
Transport
Coach
12 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
4 Star

National Geographic Journeys are built on meaningful encounters with people and places, interactions with knowledgeable local guides, and the freedom to roam. This unique itinerary blends fun and hands-on exploration with opportunities to forge human connections with people we meet. Usually limited to 16 or fewer travellers, this immersive trip are accessibly priced and offer more free time and choices—with the structure and security of traveling in a small group.

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Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Auckland
Transport
Rental Vehicle
11 Days
Accom
3.5 Star Hotels with 1 Dive Lodge

This 11 day New Zealand self drive dive tour focuses on the top diving locations in New Zealand's North Island - and they are spectacular! How do we know ... well First Light Travel started and has owned Global Dive in Auckland in 2003 and we know our dive sites. So rest assured our advice will be spot on! 

Some Wreck Diving - Need Advanced OW Cert.

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Wellington
Transport
Coach
10 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
3 & 4 Star

From vibrant Auckland to charming Wellington, a whole host of North Island gems await you. Enjoying cinematic landscapes, spectacular coastal walks and geothermal wonders along the way. Created for travellers in their thirties and upwards, this 10 day North Island journey will give you a great insight into New Zealand life and culture, with 3-4 star accommodation throughout.

Designed for those 35+ with 3-4 star accommodation

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