Self-Drive Holidays 2023/24

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The Ultimate Road Trip

With the freedom of the open-road ahead, self-drive holidays offer a flexible way to explore a country, always at your own pace. National Parks, historic cities, amazing wildlife and hidden treasures have never looked so appealing.

Explore dramatic landscapes at your leisure, from scenic Californian coast-lines to the rugged jewels of the Canadian Rockies. Or perhaps a stunning drive along Australia’s Great Ocean Road on the south-west coast of Victoria, a dramatic 249-mile journey with surprises and delights at every turn. It’s even possible to drive from just about the top of New Zealand to the bottom – both islands – which includes an unforgettable trip through Marlborough, the world-renowned wine-growing region, and a three-hour ferry between North and South Island, an iconic ferry crossing.

Our key partner, award-winning First Class Holidays, has produced an exciting range of expertly planned itineraries. Wide open blacktops on generally excellent road networks, no excessive driving – we remember that you also want to do plenty of sight-seeing – and professional support if required. You control the pace of your road trip – you decide where to stop, when to stop and how long to stop for. You can also explore off the beaten track, delighting in the ever-changing scenery with the window down and music playing. Looser self-drive options are available, offering even greater freedom and independence.

Let our experts recommend the most exhilarating self-drive itineraries, that take care of everything. From the moment you pick your car up from the airport to the best sights, places to stop, accommodation and flights. Our partners will make sure that your arrangements all run like clockwork. Whether you’re looking forward to the wind in your hair as you drive along the coastal ‘Big Sur’ or you want to immerse yourself in the sublime colours of New England in the fall – we can put together a self-drive tour to release your inner adventurer, a truly luxurious tailor-made experience.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a free call on 0800 707 6229 and our friendly travel experts will organize everything for you!

Featured Self Drive Holidays

First Class Holidays Best of the West

The silhouette of mountains reflected in the waters of the still lakes; the boundless curiosity of black bears as you journey along one of the world’s most picturesque highways; views of snow-capped mountainous landscape as you soar up on Whistlers Peak2Peak Gondola.

First Class Holidays Great Ocean Road

One of the world’s most spectacular drives, the Great Ocean Road winds its way along the wild and windswept coast. Experience a seascape like no other; deserted beaches, historic ports and the famous Twelve Apostles rising majestically from the ocean.

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First Class Holidays Highlights of the Yukon

From gold panning to glaciers, this drive packs many of the Yukon’s premier historic attractions and natural wonders. Drive from Whitehorse into Alaska and return through the scenic Kluane region to historic Dawson City and the Klondike.

First Class Holidays Kiwi Odyssey

Spectacular scenery, stunning rail journeys, icy blue glaciers cascading through verdant rainforest; stunning lakes reflecting amazing mountain peaks, powder puff clouds and clear blue skies. Silent fiords with cascading waterfalls and playful marine life, vineyards producing the crispest wines; bubbling mud pools and spouting geysers, sparkling glow worms and verdant fields. Magical cities and wonderful people, amazing food and a relaxed way of life – you’ll experience all this and more on this spectacular adventure.

First Class Holidays Taste of New England

Discover the highlights of New England on this popular self drive tour. Begin in historic Boston, then drive to Maine’s rocky coastline; head inland to the White Mountains, Vermont and Connecticut and end your adventure by the ocean in Cape Cod.

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Somak Cape Town, Blue Train, Sabi Sands & Victoria Falls

A self-drive 10-night itinerary which combines a safari in one of the best game parks in the world with the luxurious and world-famous Blue Train, and fabulous Cape Town, reputedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world.