Self Driving South Island: Things Not to Miss

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Self Driving South Island: Things Not to Miss

Home to the Southern Alps, New Zealand’s South Island is capable of more than stealing your hearts with its divine panoramas. The South Island encapsulates such diversity of intact nature that is best explored leisurely, ideally in a few months. Don’t worry if you don’t have that much time, you can still discover the best of this wonderland sightseeing the below extra ordinary places.

South Island

South Island

Allow yourself at least 10-15 days if you wish to explore best segments of South Island. We recommend the below road trip route and itinerary starting from Christchurch to northernmost edges of South Island then descending via West Coast to finally discover the Heartland wilderness. It took us 13 days to finish the loop without any hikes or camping due to cold weather. Also, accessing some spots in winter is challenging, yet we managed getting around countless incredible vistas, with no multitude factor as cherry on top.

Here’s a list of top things to see and do in South Island along with extras and our top picks from the trip.

South Island Itinerary inspiration for Two Weeks

Day 1: Christchurch and Akaora

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Things to see and do in Christchurch CBD and Akaora region. Day drive itinerary, recommended dining and stay.

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Kaikoura coast

Day 2: The Hidden Gems of Kaikoura Coast & Blenheim

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Hidden Gems on Kaikoura Coast on a day drive from Chrishchurch to Blenheim. Watch fur seals and native birds in their natural habitat. Things to do in Blenheim.

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Marlborough Sounds

Day 3: Road-Tripping Marlborough Sounds-Havelock-Nelson

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Beautiful places to visit in Marlborough Sounds, Queen Charlotte Drive and amazing spots between Havelock to Nelson.

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Wharariki Beach

Day 4&5: Golden Bay & Abel Tasman Retreats

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Wonderful places to see in Golden Bay and Abel Tasman, a two day (self drive) plan to explore some amazing spots. Travel, guide, tips and unique things to do.

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Day 6: Explore Murchison, Punakaiki Coast & Hokitika

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Amazing places to see around Murchison, Buller Gorge, Punakaiki Coast and Hokitika. Full Day drive itinerary, ideas and tips.

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Fox Glacier

Day 7: West Coast & Haast Pass Gems-Hokitika to Wanaka Self Drive

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Day drive route to discover the West Coast charms of NZ, from Hokitika to Wanaka via Haast Pass. Things to do, tips and itinerary.

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New Zealand

Day 8: The Soothing Highlights of Wanaka

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Places to see in Wanaka. Its exquisite lakesides to mystic nature walks and snowy ski-fields, the city and its mouth watering cuisine makes Wanaka a winter paradise.

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Glenorchy

Day 9: Incredible Places to Visit Around Wanaka and Queenstown

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A day drive route to discover hidden gems of Crown Range, Arrowtown, Lake Wakatipu, Glenorchy and Queenstown. Recommended food and stay.

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Unusual Vistas at Larnach Castle

Day 10: Otago Peninsula & Dunedin City

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Scenic drive from Queenstown to Dunedin discovering Otago Peninsula and the only castle of New Zealand.

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Day 11: Dunedin to Lake Pukaki & Tekapo

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Day drive from Dunedin to Lake Tekapo, some ‘must see’ lookouts on the way, surreal surrounds of Lake Pukaki and Tekapo, Things to do, where to dine & stay.

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Day 12: Travel Guide for Mount Cook National Park

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Full Travel Guide for activities and things to do in Mount Cook National Park. The Most beautiful tracks, hikes, food and stay options of the region.

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Edoras

Day 13: The Magical Land of Edoras

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The Magical Land of Edoras is full of scenic surprises, self drive tips, useful info, things to see & do in Hakatere park. Mount Sunday & Potts River tracks.

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Wonderful Things to do in Singapore, a 4-5 day itinerary, family friendly attractions, world class food and shopping destinations.

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Hobbiton food

Day 3: Hamilton Gardens & Hobbiton

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The serenity in the heart of North Island can be seen at Hamilton Gardens and The Hobbiton. Read what makes them special and how to explore both in a day.

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Taitung to Hualien on Incredible Eastern Shores

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A list of most incredible spots to discover on Taiwan’s striking east coast. An ideal self drive route from Taitung to Hualien on prolonged black sand shores to immerse yourself with nature. Top things to do within east coast national scenic area.

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Amazing Lookouts between Taipei and Sun Moon Lake

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The Sun Moon Lake in the heart of Taiwan is only a short drive, but why miss some stunning spots on the way. A lot of tourists visiting Taiwan rush towards Sun Moon Lake directly from Taipei leaving out these marvellous jewels on the western slice of Taiwan.

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Great Ocean Road, Australia

A day trip to 12 Apostles

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Avoid crowds and save time on an ideal self drive day trip route to the Great Ocean Road. Exploring 12 Apostles and the best lookouts in the southern region of Australian continent.

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Cathedral Cove

Day 2: Day Driving Coromandel Peninsula

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Full day drive from Auckland exploring superb spots of Coromandel Peninsula till cozy town of Cambridge. Amazing things to see in the coromandel landscape.

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Singapore

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A Luxurious stay in Pulau Bintan, Indonesia

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Secret getaway just a boat ride away from Singapore. Spend a dreamy, luxurious stay in Pulau Bintan. Ideal for couples and honeymooners.

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Kenting National Park

Gorgeous Day Drive Spots from Kaohsiung to Kenting

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