Self Drive

The following are suggested self-drive itineraries for Australia and New Zealand, combined with
a free “Travel Anywhere Guide” (details below). All the preparation is complete—all you do is
drive!

Australia

Driving is an ideal way to see the “real” Australia at its best. It’s the country with everything
you dream about—beautiful, dramatic landscapes, stunning beaches, colorful cities with superb
restaurants and shops, friendly people and a great climate. Whatever you are planning for your
self-drive vacation, we’re happy to share our expert knowledge with you. From must-see sights
to secret hideaways, popular resorts to hidden gems off the beaten track, you are sure to
experience the unique charm and character of Australia at its very best. The following pages are
suggested self-drive itineraries for Australia and New Zealand, combined with a free “Travel
Anywhere Guide” (details below).

All the preparation is complete—all you do is drive!

New Zealand

Surprisingly different and easy to navigate by car, New Zealand is a land where you can climb
volcanoes, be dwarfed by glaciers, bathe in hot springs, trek through lush native forests and taste
sumptuous food made from the freshest of local produce. Whether you want an adventure or an
escape, tranquility or excitement, New Zealand has it all. It is so varied you’ll want to explore
all of its treasures. We suggest you combine a trip together with Australia.

Pre-Planned Itineraries
Enjoy the freedom of the open road and the unexpected! The Self-Drive itineraries are created
to offer you the benefit of our knowledge on these destinations. They include places of interest
and must-sees for your vacation, as well as plenty of options for sightseeing.

New Zealand
New Zealand Distance Calculator

9 Day North Island Discovery  - Enjoy the Bay of Islands and Rotorua where you will visit a
Maori village and witness a concert performance, right down to Napier and Wellington where
the tour concludes.
10 Day South Island Explorer  - From Christchurch, visiting the adventure capital of New Zealand
to Queenstown, via Mt. Cook.
14 Day About New Zealand Self Drive - From Auckland to Christchurch.
4 Day Auckland and the Bay of Islands  
Millbrook Resort  - Queenstown

Australia

6 Day Melbourne to Adelaide - Traveling from Melbourne to Adelaide, via the Great Ocean
Road and Twelve Apostles
6 Day Sydney to Brisbane via the Great Aussie Coast Route Travel along the Great Aussie Coast
Road through Byron Bay
6 Day Tasmania West Coast Explorer - From Hobart to Launceston via Freycinet
6 Day Tasmania - Hobart - Freycinet National Park - Cradle Mountain National Park - Launceston
7 Day Sydney to Melbourne - Sydney - Canberra -  Melbourne
7 Day Melbourne to Sydney - Melbourne - Canberra - Sydney
4 Day Hunter Resort Jetlag Recovery

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Freewheeling vacations

If you’re confident with driving and finding your way around, we suggest choosing a car or a
motorhome and an accommodation pass. We call these: Freewheeling vacations

4 simple steps and you’re on your way!

Decide which destinations you would like to visit and where you would like to start and finish.
Choose the accommodation pass that’s right for you–Go Kiwi pass in New Zealand and Go
Koala pass in Australia, B&B properties, Cottages or a mixture of all three.
Choose the car type you want, from sedans to 4WD and luxury vehicles, or a compact
motorhome with all the necessities of a home on wheels
Contact Qantas Vacations destination specialists and let us book your itinerary.
Choose where you want to go and how long you want to stay—we’ll do the rest!

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Unique “Travel Anywhere" Guide

Our “Travel Anywhere Guide” is included! A unique feature of a Qantas Vacations Self-Drive is
that we provide a travel kit filled with everything you need to enjoy a stress-free self-drive
vacation, including:

Meet and greet on arrival
Transfer to your accommodation (if required)
Welcome gift on arrival
Personalized itinerary with driving directions—no looking up maps!
Touring books, holiday guides and maps

*Note: “Travel Anywhere" Guide is only provided for selected itineraries. Check the individual
itinerary for inclusion

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Accommodation Passes

When planning a self-drive vacation, an accommodation pass is a great way to purchase good
value accommodation. Passes give you access to many properties that will complement your
Freewheeling Vacation. You will enjoy the security of knowing that your accommodation
awaits you at the end of the day

Accommodation Passes Australia
Accommodation Passes New Zealand

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Car Rentals

Driving is an ideal way to see the real Australia and New Zealand at its best. Maui and Hertz has
an extensive network of locations, giving you flexibility and independence. Just select the most
comfortable and convenient vehicle for your trip.

Car Rental Australia
Car Rental New Zealand

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Motorhomes

Motorhomes are the perfect way to enjoy traveling through Australia and New Zealand’s great
outdoors. They have all the necessities of home and plenty of space to move around so you can
decide which one suits you best.  included in your motorhome are cooking facilities, linen,
maps, guides, and campground directories.

Featuring Virtual Tours of all Motorhomes.

Motorhomes Australia & New Zealand
SELF - DRIVE
VACATIONS,
ACCOMMODATION
PASSES, CAR RENTALS
AND MOTORHOMES
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explored Downunder by car?
Melbourne, Victoria
Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory
Bondi Beach, New South Wales
Port Noarlunga, South Australia
Great Ocean Road, Victoria
The Great Barrier Reef
Auckland
Rotorua
Queenstown
Christchurch