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New Zealand Self Drive Tours
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Self Drive New
Zealand
Driving through New Zealand is easy. Wide, uncrowded roads. Pleasant
non-aggressive feloow drivers. Beautiful scenery. Outstanding places to stay.
Unique attractions and sights.
Driving New Zeland's North Island includes the Bay of Islands, where New
Zealand's Maori warriors came to make a new beginning. The Treaty between the
European settlers and Maori natives was signed here. Today this area is home to
the country's most famous maritime national park - with its abundance of
dolphins, whales, fishes and birdlife
The North Island is the dramatic result of thousands of years of volcanic
activity that is still very evident today. Auckland, surprisingly not New
Zeland's capital city, is the gateway for most visitors to New Zealand who
travel from North America. The beautiful harbourside city of Auckland and the
sophisticated capital of Wellington are separated by slumbering volcanic
mountains, steaming thermal geysers, and refreshing clear lakes. Llisten to
ancient Maori legends and discover bubbling geothermal springs in Rotorua.
Driving the South Island of New Zealand, experience some of the most impressive
scenery in the world. This is the landscape that inspired Sir Edmund Hilary; it
is where Mt Cook, the country's highest peak, can be found. Walk tracks carved
by the ancient glaciers that formed magnificent Milford Sound and striking
Franz Josef. Explore the beautiful towns of Christchurch and Dunedin, too.
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Follow one of our well planned driving itineraies in New Zeland or ask us to
plan a unique New Zeland driving adventure for you. We recognize that each
traveller has specific interests and requirements; that each person has their
own individual 'wants' that will make their New Zealand vacation all the more
memorable. The New Zeland experts at Lynott Tours will help you to plan that
perfect New Zealand vaction.
Travel with Interislander and experience one of the most spectacular 3 hour
cruises in the world. In approximately 3 hours you will cruise through the
magnificent Wellington Harbour, view the rugged lower North Island coastline,
cross Cook Strait, before finally enjoying the peaceful Marlborough Sounds.
Self Drive New Zealand Car Rental
Hotel/ Motel Vouchers:
Many visitors choose to explore New Zealand by car - the roads are
excellent, congestion is non-existent and the scenery is stunning. .
When you use an accommodation pass, you have the option of pre-booking your
accommodation, or free wheeling as you go. During the peak seasons and
particularly in the busy tourist locations, we recommend that you pre-book your
accommodation to avoid problems with availability. We offer a free reservation
system for those travelers wanting confirmed accommodation booked prior to
travel.
Kiwi Vouchers: include accommodation and
continental breakfast. The Go Kiwi Hotel pass program is a convenient, flexible
and cost effective way to travel throughout New Zealand, designed specifically
for the independent travelle. 93 Hotels ranging from 3 to 4 star standard in 46
key city and resort locations throughout the North and South Islands of New
Zealand. The properties in the Go Kiwi Hotel pass programme have been carefully
selected for their convenient locations, quality facilities and high standards
of personalised service. You have the choice of pre-booking your entire New
Zealand itinerary (recommended between the months of October and March) or
alternatively you can purchase open dated vouchers using Go Kiwi. A minimum of
3 nights must be purchased. Most motels include a fully-equipped kitchen to
enable you to prepare your own meals. All units feature private facilities and
access to a guest laundry. Children are welcome at all Go Kiwi Hotels and the
first child 12 years of age and under sharing with adults and using existing
bedding is free of charge. The extra person rate applies to the second child.
Charges may apply if a cot is requested, these are to be paid direct to the
hotel.
For your convenience each property listed in the Go Kiwi Hotel pass directory
is categorised according to our easy to use Go Kiwi grading system of Bronze,
Silver, Gold, Platinum and Platinum Plus.
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South Island: |
| Auckland |
Akaroa |
| Coromandel Peninsula |
Ashburton |
| Gisborne |
Blenheim |
| Hamilton |
Christchurch |
| Hokianga |
Cromwell |
| Martinborough |
Dunedin |
| Masterton |
Fox Glacier |
| Mt Ruapehu |
Franz Josef Glacier |
| Napier |
Greymouth |
| New Plymouth |
Haast |
| Paihia |
Hanmer Springs |
| Palmerston North |
Hokitika |
| Rotorua |
Invercargill |
| Taipa |
Kaikoura |
| Taupo |
Lake Tekapo |
| Tauranga |
Marlborough Sounds |
| Waitomo |
Methven |
| Wanganui |
Mt Cook Region |
| Wellington |
Nelson |
| Whangarei |
Picton |
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Punakaiki |
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Queenstown |
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St Arnaud |
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Taupo |
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Te Anau |
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Timaru |
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Wanaka |
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Westport |
Self Drive New Zealand Vaction 9 Day North and South
Islands
Suggested Itinerary:
Highlights: Famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves 2 nights in Rotorua, including Maori
culture 1 night in Christchurch 1 night in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park 3
nights in exciting Queenstown Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise
Day 1 - Arrive Auckland Welcome to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’.
Day 2 - Auckland/ Waitomo/Rotorua (226 miles/363 kms) (lunch and dinner
included) (optional meal plans begin today) Travel to the fascinating Waitomo
Caves where you will enjoy lunch. Experience a guided tour of the famous
Glowworm Grotto. Continue on via Lake Karapiro to arrive in Rotorua to enjoy an
evening Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.
Day 3 - Rotorua Sightseeing Today you will experience the many varied sights
that Rotorua has to offer. Visit Rainbow Springs and Rainbow Farm Show before
travelling to Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Learn about traditional Maori
crafts at the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 4 - Rotorua/ Christchurch (airfare not included) Fly to Christchurch.
Perhaps visit the International Antarctic Centre – the ‘must
see’ attraction in Christchurch.
Day 5 - Christchurch/ Mount Cook (206 miles/331 kms) Today travel south with
Great Sights across the Canterbury Plains, through the Mackenzie country via
Lake Tekapo, to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. This afternoon is free to
enjoy some of New Zealand’s finest alpine scenery.
Day 6 - Mount Cook/ Queenstown (163 miles/263 kms) A free morning to enjoy the
natural beauty of the area. This afternoon travel on to Queenstown.
Day 7 - Milford Sound Day Excursion Travel along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to
Te Anau, gateway to the Fiordland National Park. From the Homer Tunnel emerge
into the Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound Red Boat Cruise, for an
unforgettable experience, and explore the wonder of this majestic fiord before
returning to Queenstown.
Day 8 - Queenstown A free day to enjoy the many activities on offer.
Day 9 - Queenstown Your tour arrangements conclude this morning. Coach options
available for return journey to Christchurch.
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a division of Lynott
Tours - 205 Mineola Blvd, Suite 1B, Mineola New York
11501 USA Call 1-800-221-2474 9AM - 5PM 
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