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Self Drive Road Trips (Downunder, Southern Africa, Costa Rica, Europe, Malaysia)

  • Enjoy self drive tours on your coming vacations
  • Best self drive tours with Goway
  • Road Sign in Australia
  • Road sign in New Zealand
  • Caution Elephants, Southern Africa
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  • Explore Europe's Backroads
  • Drive along the Champs-Elysees

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For the independent-minded traveller who likes to make up their own mind as to the itinerary they or would enjoy and the pace at which they wish to travel, Goway makes it easy to plan a vacation.

Whether it is a self-drive car or a Motorhome, we have supplied several suggested itineraries in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, three countries which lend themselves perfectly to this type of arrangement. We also offer self-drive in Costa Rica and Europe.

So let Goway, not only arrange the transportation for you but also, where required, accommodation so that when you travel, you don’t have to worry about making overnight arrangements at the last minute. If you are not sure of the itinerary you want, we have already prepared day-by-day suggested routings to make sure you drive to the places you should be visiting. And naturally, all itineraries can be modified according to your needs and requirements.

Sometimes distances are great and it might make sense, if choosing more than one itinerary, to fly between cities to make sure you see what is important. Whether you like a small car or a larger model, Goway has the car for you – manual or automatic, there is a choice.

In Australia, you can rent a car or a Motorhome. We offer suggested itineraries from 4 to 16 days in 7 States so there is plenty of variety.

For New Zealand, again, a car or Motorhome rental is available. You can choose from 11 different itineraries covering both the North and the South Islands. So once again, the choice is unrestricted.

South Africa is a large country but with the 4 itineraries Goway currently offers, you will be able to experience the highlights that are not to be missed. An amazing self-drive also exists in Namibia.

Europe too is a perfect area for self-drive. Your problem is to choose what you should visit. We have many suggestions for you to consider.

So let us do the pre-planning and then hand over the keys for an unforgettable vacation!

All Downunder clients receive Goway's Co-Pilot Kit of goodies (maps, directions, discounts).

You will probably require accommodation before and after your self-drive vacation. We will be happy to book this for you.

Because of the vast distances in Australia, you should consider flying between some destinations.

Special air passes, available through GowayAir could be of interest to you.

 

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Self-Drives

  • The Civil Rights History Trail: Nashville, Memphis, Selma, Montgomery & More

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: A trip full of captivating scenery and rich southern ambience, but fully focused on an, often, chilling theme: the Civil Rights History Trail. It’s a thought-provoking journey as you visit places such as Oxford, Jackson, Selma, Scottsboro, and Montgomery, but also Atlanta and Memphis, two cities that are forever associated with Martin Luther King Jr. The trip tells a story that must be told and reveals fascinating details at every stop. Memphis and Nashville, both eminent musical capitals of the south, provide engaging moments to round out the trip.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,246
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • The Complete South West Self Drive

    Like a whole other country, Western Australia enchants visitors with natural icons unlike any found in the east, delicious wine and cuisine, and a history all of its own. Explore the southwest tip of Australia in detail and at your own pace on this self-drive adventure.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 929
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Australia See Trip Details

  • The Great Lakes: Chicago, Green Bay, Detroit, Niagara Falls & More

    MODERATE| SELF DRIVE: A terrific trip introducing you to four of the Great Lakes. From Chicago, north along the shores of Lake Michigan to the point where it meets Lake Huron. Down to Detroit along Lake Erie into Canada and Lake Ontario until you close the loop driving the southern shores of Lake Erie back to Chicago. Milwaukee, famous for brewing and Mackinac Island, steeped in history are stops enroute, as are Niagara Falls and Toronto. The Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland is worth a visit before returning to the ‘Windy City’.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,650
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • The Great West: Los Angeles, Scottsdale, Las Vegas, San Francisco & More

    DELUXE | SELF-DRIVE: The name of this trip says it all. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Las Vegas provide urban atmosphere and glitz, while the vistas you encounter at the Grand Canyon, Bryce, Zion, Yosemite, and Death Valley are a dazzling mix of breathtaking and enchanting. Add intriguing drives through desert landscapes and a delightful coastal journey along the Pacific.
    Duration:
    21 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,823
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • The Pacific Coast Highway Delight Self Drive

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Discover New Zealand’s North Island on this 9-day road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway. Make your way from Auckland to Napier with stops at the Coromandel, Tauranga, Whakatane, and Gisborne and plenty of opportunities to explore the beaches, mountains, islands, and wildlife sanctuaries along the way. Conclude your trip with a delicious meal and glass of wine in New Zealand’s “food basket,” Hawke’s Bay.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,579
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    New Zealand See Trip Details

  • The Wild West

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE Fascinating landscapes, off-the-beaten track backroads and exciting urban discoveries are all part of this amazing trip. Enjoy the picturesque tranquility of both British Columbia’s and Alberta’s national parks, the brilliant turquoise lakes of the Rockies and the breathtaking Pacific coast. Plus, look forward discovering one of the most fabulous cities anywhere in the world, Vancouver, and a gem with lots of European flair, Vancouver Island’s capital Victoria.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,782
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Thermal Explorer Highway & Volcanic Loop Experience Self Drive

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Explore New Zealand’s largest lakes, geothermal landscapes, snow-capped volcanoes, prehistoric cave systems, and mountain ranges on this 10-day road trip. Drive from Auckland to Napier with stops in Hamilton, Rotorua, Taupō, and Whanganui National Park, and immerse yourself in Māori culture as you discover the geothermal heart of New Zealand’s North Island.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,609
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    New Zealand See Trip Details

  • Top End Explorer: 4 Days (Darwin - Kakadu - Katherine - Darwin) Self Drive

    Enjoy the complete freedom and flexibility of a self-drive vacation through Australia’s “Top End”, beginning and ending in Darwin with stops at Kakadu and Katherine along with way.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 349
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Australia See Trip Details

  • Turquoise Water and White Beaches: From New Orleans to Miami

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: From the captivating Bayou to glamorous Miami Beach and fabulous places in between, this is a great drive, that rarely veers off the coastline. New Orleans and Miami provide an exciting start and finish, with gorgeous beaches in Biloxi, Santa Rosa, Sanibel, and Naples dazzling you throughout the trip. If you’re into wildlife, there’s manatees in Crystal River and alligators in Everglades National Park.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,703
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • West Coast Discovery Self Drive: Perth to Broome

    Get out and see the Australia less-travelled on this Western Australia self-drive. Enjoy the freedom of exploring at your own pace behind the wheel, with a confirmed itinerary and accommodation to make the most of your time, plus the support of Goway’s co-pilot kit, designed for Australia self-drives.
    Duration:
    12 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,049
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Australia See Trip Details

  • West Coast Island Discovery

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Vancouver and Whistler are on the menu, but the fascinating part of this trip is exploring the quiet bays, peaceful shorelines and ancient forests of the Sunshine Coast and Vancouver Island. Get a real taste of island life in small coastal communities, accessible only by ferries, hiking expansive trails and discovering uncrowded parklands. Perfect for serene reflection and exploration.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,862
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Western Explorer

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Quintessential western landscapes and iconic national parks, such as Banff and Jasper are just for openers. Add unforgettable wildlife viewing, wonderful hiking trails, coastal mountains and picturesque, sheltered valleys to round out the picture. And before we forget, elegant Victoria and dazzling Vancouver make for a perfect end to a memorable trip.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,235
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Western Parks, Peaks and Vineyards

    FIRST CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: The road from Calgary to Vancouver crosses five distinct geographical areas, and this itinerary offers an intriguing combination of Rocky Mountain grandeur and the lesser travelled southern route through the interior of British Columbia. More intimate travel experiences are an integral part of this trip, as well as highlights such as the wonderful Okanagan wine region, often referred to as Napa North.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,293
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Western Spirit

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Canada’s West is as much a state of mind as it is a geographical destination. Enjoy the meaning of this as you leave the cosmopolitan excitement of captivating Vancouver and its lush Pacific playground, before experiencing an invigorating journey through authentic Gold Rush territory. Breathtaking scenery awaits in Whistler, Jasper and Banff, the cleanest air imaginable in Kootenay National Park, before a leisurely drive down the mountains introduces you to Penticton in the fertile Okanagan.
    Duration:
    20 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,399
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Western Values: Los Angeles, Grand Canyon, Yosemite, San Francisco & More

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: Breathtaking canyons, the magnificent Mojave Desert, Joshua Tree, Lake Powell, and Yosemite are among the dramatic highlights of this heady mix of stunning western landscapes. Los Angeles bookends your trip, but the stretch from San Francisco to Carmel-by-the-sea and Santa Barbara adds gorgeous Pacific coastline scenery. As for entertainment, how about stops in Laughlin, Fresno and, of course, Las Vegas.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,763
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Western Wonders

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Experience the "Best of the West" on this magnificent journey through the national parks of the Canadian Rockies. Among the iconic landmarks are the world-renowned regions of Banff and Jasper, Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies and Harrison Hot Springs. The trip finishes at the Pacific Coast, with wonderful Victoria on Vancouver Island and the metropolitan splendour of fabulous Vancouver.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,779
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Whales, Bears and Vancouver Island

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: An always exhilarating and, frequently, enchanting wildlife and wilderness itinerary to some remote destinations on Vancouver Island. Look for whales on a cruise in Victoria and experience the untamed beauty of Tofino, including a bear watching excursion on a zodiac. A captivating stay at an authentic wilderness lodge provides the perfect setting for more eco and wilderness experiences. Finish your trip with urban adventures in fabulous Vancouver.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,832
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Wines, Whales & Hot Springs

    Arriving in Wellington, explore the capital before enjoying Blenheim’s wine region. Next is Kaikoura, renowned for year-round whale and dolphin watching then relax in Hamner Springs.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 819
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    New Zealand See Trip Details
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