Book a car rental in Christchurch and feel free on the open roads of New Zealand. Relying on public transport will only limit yourself to the city centre, if your holiday requires more flexibility then a car rental is the answer to your holiday needs.

Lose yourself amongst the natural landscapes and discover the thermal hot spots, wildlife interactions, world class wineries, ocean experiences daring adventures and much more.

Christchurch is sitting in the valley of the Avon River. It is simply beautiful, so lush and green. It's a mecca for adventures, so start with a rental car in Christchurch to sample them all. Drive south to Canterbury for a bit of skiing or fishing. Continue driving your hire car to southwest, to Fiordland and the lakeside towns of Manapouri and Te Anau. It's a remote area, so you'll have to park in town and set out on foot to see it.

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Travelling in Christchurch with a Rental Car

Christchurch is a festive city filled with all the facilities of a modern city, yet still upholds the laid back attitude. Check out some of the popular attractions such as the vintage cathedral, the charming parks, the art galleries and of course the pristine beaches, and thats just scratching the surface of places to go. Collect your hire car upon arrival from the Christchurch airport or from numerous downtown depots located in the city centre.

Take advantage of being free with a car rental and create your own 3 day self drive holiday, unique in every way but perfect for you. Journey from Christchurch along the Alpine Pacific Highway and travel north towards Kaikoura. Along the way you will be seduced by the welcoming golden beaches and the curious wildlife of Whales, Dolphins, Seals and much more. Check out Waipara and indulge on the local tastes of the olive and wine. Continue your drive to Hammer Springs which will be one of the highlights as you take the time to relax and unwind with a selection of massage therapies and hot pools. The options are endless with a car rental!

With a rental car in Christchurch, you won't have to worry when more hiking trails beckon. New Zealand's newest national park, Stewart Island, off the southern tip of the South Island, is a must see. Drive your rental car to Invercargill, where it's just a short boat trip to the park and you can hike the gentle short trails there for some beautiful scenery. If you have seen the Lord of the Rings films, you'll have some idea of the spectacular vistas that New Zealand boasts. Arrange a rental car Christchurch, and let your windshield be your private movie screen featuring wonders you'd only seen on film before.

DriveAway Holidays Car Hire: Christchurch

DriveAway Holidays works in conjunction with the largest car rental and Motorhome specialists in Christchurch. We can provide you with a variety of Car Hire selections as well as Motorhome Rentals, for the perfect self drive holiday at an unbeatable price. DriveAway Holidays is committed to providing you with a professional and friendly service to make your self-drive holiday a memorable experience in Christchurch.

DriveAway Holidays is a HASSLE FREE car rental specialist, and in 2006, 2007 and 2008 DriveAway Holidays were the Winners of the National Travel Industry Awards. Book your car rental in Australia over our safe, reliable and secure online booking system. You can also call us at 0800 88 55 90 to book over the phone; We are available 24 hours a day to assist you with your Christchurch car rental