Self Drive Tours
Cruise past stunning landscapes, stop for photo breaks whenever you want, and create a custom itinerary tailored to you — a self-drive holiday is the ultimate road trip. Whether it’s a motorcycle expedition or a motorhome holiday with the whole family in tow, this style of travel is guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable and one-of-a-kind vacation.
Ready-made self-drive toursWhat does an organized self drive tour look like?
Pick up your car
Once you arrive at your destination, simply collect your car from the airport and you’re ready to hit the road!Follow a predefined itinerary
Our tour operators will create a predefined itinerary for you to follow (at your own pace, of course) and the rest is up to you!Enjoy your holiday
A self-drive holiday gives you the freedom and independence that you just can’t get from any other style of travel.
Benefits of an organized self-drive tour
Freedom
A self-drive tour offers complete freedom and flexibility to decide where you travel and at what pace. This means you can say goodbye to early morning wake-up calls and hectic itineraries — every aspect of your holiday is totally up to you!
The ideal itinerary
On a self-drive holiday, you’ll receive all the necessary information and tools — such as directions, maps, and safety advice — to make your trip a success. Plus, our trusted tour operators can offer their insider knowledge and tips so you can craft the perfect itinerary.
Trip organization
Our tour operators are responsible for organizing several aspects of your trip, including booking accommodations and arranging a car rental, which means you can spend less time worrying about logistics and more time getting excited about your upcoming holiday.
Local knowledge
While you have the freedom to go wherever you want, whenever you want, your knowledgeable tour operator will still provide plenty of helpful tips and recommendations for must-see sights, excursions, and activities based on your specific itinerary.
Save money
Self-drive holidays tend to be less expensive than traditional group tours since you won’t have a tour guide or a fully detailed itinerary. Even better? You can put that extra money toward a once-in-a-lifetime activity that you’ve always wanted to do!
Professional support
Self-drive tours come with the added benefit of having knowledgeable experts on hand whenever you need advice or assistance throughout your journey. So, if you happen to take a wrong turn, you can rest assured knowing you always have someone to call.
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- Italy(28)
- Norway(27)
- Ireland(26)
- Central Europe(22)
- Scotland(18)
- Greece(17)
- Croatia(15)
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- Sweden(7)
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- Switzerland(5)
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Pick your favourite self drive destination
The USA is made for self-drive holidays! You can choose from any number of incredible routes here, but if you want history, scenery, and a heavy dose of Americana, you simply can’t beat Route 66 — a quintessential cross-country road trip route that will take you past everything from major cities to gorgeous countryside and everything in between.
See moreFriendly locals, fascinating culture and history, and unparalleled natural beauty — New Zealand ticks all the boxes when it comes to a dream road trip destination. Whether you choose a self-drive tour around the North Island or the South Island, one thing is certain: you’ll be blown away by everything this incredibly scenic country has to offer.
See moreIceland’s otherworldly landscapes are the ultimate backdrop for a self-drive vacation. From the road, you can marvel at the country’s jaw-dropping and ever-changing terrain, from volcanic peaks to lava fields, cascading waterfalls and starkly beautiful stretches of coastline. If you’re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of the northern lights, too!
See moreIf an adventure-fueled holiday is calling your name, a Costa Rican road trip is the answer. You’ll find cloud forests in the north, dreamy beaches on both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts, renowned national parks, active volcanoes, and miles of rugged coastline to explore. So go on, the perfect self-drive holiday awaits!
See moreFrom its ancient cities to its spectacular countryside, Italy has something for every type of traveller. Add in plunging coastlines and postcard-perfect villages (not to mention delicious food and wine) and you’ve not only got a recipe for road trip success, but the ingredients for a perfect Italian self-drive holiday — no matter which route you decide to take!
See moreWithout a doubt, one of the best ways to experience everything Namibia has to offer is on a self-drive holiday. Climb Sossusvlei’s giant sand dunes, come face-to-face with extraordinary wildlife in Etosha National Park, and marvel at the deep valleys of Fish River Canyon — there's a wild encounter at every turn.
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- Nordic / Scandinavia (106)
- Africa (92)
- North America (82)
- USA (60)
- Iceland (58)
- UK and Great Britain (52)
- Balkans (49)
- South America (38)
- Costa Rica (33)
- Spain (31)
- Portugal (31)
- New Zealand (30)
- Italy (28)
- Australia (28)
- Norway (27)
- Ireland (26)
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