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southern alps? Magnificent southern alps straddles New Zealand's South Island, with stunning panoramic views of snow-capped mountains and glacial lakes. It is also rich in insects, birds and plants.

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Christchurch to Marburg wine country? If you are a wine lover, then this route is designed for you. It's only a few hours' drive from Christchurch to Marburg, with magnificent scenery of snow-capped mountains and beautiful coastline along the way. You can take a walk in Ohau Stream. The trail is famous for seals, and it is very likely that you will see baby seals playing under the waterfall. Entering the Marburg area, there will be hundreds of wineries for you to choose from. "Patients with selection disorders" must plan the wineries and routes to go in advance!

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Island Bay? This short route contains more than 111 islands and picturesque towns. If you like to be close to nature, then you must experience Moturua Island-this charming island is famous for its dense forests. Get your camera ready, spend more time on the island, and you can photograph all kinds of rare wild animals. If you like water, it's absolutely great to play kayaking here!

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Hawkes Bay? Hawkes Bay is another famous wine producing area. In addition, you can stroll around Napier town and see the architecture of the town. Or go to Havelock North with a food street. You can also go swimming in Te Awanga. If you want to make full use of this route, you need to arrange 4-5 days.

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The forgotten world highway? This 148-kilometer-long road is also known as New Zealand National Highway 43. It only takes a few hours to walk all the way. If you don't arrange too much time, you can choose this route. Along the way, you will experience unforgettable rural scenery.

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Christchurch to Queenstown? This South Island scenic highway route passes through many areas that must not be missed. It is also a very suitable South Island self-driving route for international tourists. Arrange car rental in advance so that you can pick up and return the car at two airports!

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Asia-Pacific Delta? This highway route through the Alps Triangle will take you through the three most popular destinations in Canterbury: Waipala Valley with more than 71 vineyards and an annual food festival, Hulunui Island and its beautiful beaches, as well as picturesque alpine villages and coastlines. Every destination is very close.

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Auckland to Wellington? The total length of this route is about 651 kilometers, and it takes at least 7 hours to drive to complete the route. You can arrange which places to visit according to your preference. Include Auckland Museum, Waitomo Cave, Dune Lake and Cappitti Islands. The famous geothermal park is also on this route.

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North Island? Ideally, it will take several weeks to complete the whole trip to the North Island, but if time is not enough, you can browse around Auckland or explore and enjoy mud pools and geysers around.

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catlins The Catlins? Located in the South Island, Catlins is famous for its rare birds, wildlife refuge, amazing rainforest waterfalls and beautiful coastal scenery, but many tourists tend to ignore this place.

regarding self-driving, you need to know ...

don't overspeed. The maximum speed limit of any highway in New Zealand is 111 km/h, and the maximum speed of towns is 51 km/h..

both drivers and passengers should keep their seat belts fastened, and children must be protected by child seats.

road signs follow international signs, and the numbers of all speed limit signs are in kilometers.

overtaking on the yellow line is illegal and very dangerous.