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New Zealand’s Highways

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New Zealand’s South Island boasts a range of unique experiences that are all within an easy drive of each other; from golden beaches to glacial valleys, thermal springs to thrilling adventure and local wildlife to wineries.

The best way to discover these diverse experiences and landscapes is on a self-drive holiday from Christchurch. To help visitors get the most out of their South Island journey, there are five hero itineraries to choose from, and for those with more time these journeys can be combined.

Discover The Regions

The South Island has something for everyone - from the golden beaches to glacial valleys, thermal springs to thrilling adventure and local wildlife to wineries. 

Find the location for your perfect getaway. 

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Dunedin Waitaki Central Otago Queenstown Hanmer Springs Tasman Nelson Canterbury Aoraki Mt Cook West Coast Malborough Kaikoura Fiordland Southland

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Dunedin

Discover an intriguing mix of vibrant urban culture, wildly beautiful places and exceptional local cuisine.

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Nelson Tasman

There are lots of reasons why you should book your next trip to the Nelson region. Nature at its finest, along with a wealth of activities, artisan products and eateries.

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Marlborough

The region offers a multitude of recreational delights from tasting a world-famous Sauvignon Blanc at one of Marlborough's numerous wineries to cruising or swimming with dolphins in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.

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Kaikōura

The seaside settlement is the most northern district in the Canterbury region located on the east coast of the South Island (an ideal location for both north and south bound travellers).

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Hanmer Springs & Hurunui

From rugged coastlines and sandy beaches to inland alpine villages and lush green forests – the natural beauty of this area is spectacular.

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Christchurch & Canterbury

The Canterbury region stretches from Kaikoura in the north, to Waimate in the south and as far inland as Mackenzie Country.
Its landscape is diverse, with the Pacific Ocean to the east, Southern Alps to the west, and the patchwork quilt of the Canterbury Plains.

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Aoraki-Mount Cook / Mackenzie

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s majestic South Island, you will find Aoraki/Mount Cook and the Mackenzie Region.

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West Coast

The West Coast is an untamed natural wilderness, with scenery so stunning it takes your breath away and sunsets so impressive even Instagram told us to tone it down.

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Oamaru & Waitaki

Overflowing with natural beauty, rich in culture and heritage and brimming with activities for all.

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Central Otago

New Zealand’s most inland region, with a landscape dominated by rugged mountains, lakes, deep river gorges and tussock-clad hills, Central Otago is rich in pioneering history.

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Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand, is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier four season lake and alpine resort

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Fiordland

Home to Mitre Peak, and stunning fiords, Fiordland is known as the sightseeing and walking capital of the world.

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Southland

Southland’s unmatched beauty provides a natural playground – no matter what your passion.

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