New Zealand is a great country for driving. Traffic is generally light, roads are well-maintained and the passing scenery makes every kilometre worthwhile.
To make it easy to plan your motoring holiday, we’ve catalogued nearly every possible driving route in the country. You can plan your route based on how long you’ll be travelling and where you want to go.
Within each route you’ll see a detailed description of each leg of the journey, along with scenic highlights, local activities and accommodation. Maps, driving distances and travelling times are also included.
When you’ve finished planning, print a hard copy for quick reference while you’re on the road.
Featured Driving Routes
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Taupo - Bay of Islands - Auckland (7 Days)
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Start Taupo
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Finish Auckland
This seven day North Island itinerary mixes geological wonders with surf beaches and native kauri forest.

Includes:
Taupo, Turangi, National Park, Waitomo Caves, Hamilton, Auckland, Dargaville, Kaikohe, Paihia, Whangarei, Warkworth and Orewa.
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Christchurch - Hanmer Springs - Christchurch (3 Days)
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Start Christchurch
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Finish Christchurch
Hanmer Springs and Kaikoura are within easy reach of Christchurch - discover a delightful balance of eco-adventure and indulgence.

Includes:
Christchurch, Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs.
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