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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!

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

  • Lower and Upper Canada: Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec City, Kingston & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: A journey to highlight Canada’s English and French heritage, travelling through the rural splendor of Ontario and Québec and visiting key urban centers. Discover cosmopolitan Toronto and Canada’s capital, Ottawa, before crossing into Québec. Enjoy the joie de vivre of Montréal before you follow the mighty St. Lawrence River to splendid Québec City and the fabulous Saguenay region. Back into Ontario, travel along the shoreline of Lake Ontario, see delightful Kingston and finish back in Toronto.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,298
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Mountain Country: Banff, Prince George, Victoria & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: A classic route that offers all the breathtaking scenery of British Columbia and Alberta. The fabulous city of Vancouver is your starting point before travelling to the charming Okanagan Valley. Spectacular waterfalls, towering peaks and beautiful lakes accompany you as you drive to Glacier National Park, and the resort regions of Banff and Jasper. Mount Robson and the Cariboo region are enthralling landmarks as you head north to the Pacific Coast and sail the magnificent Inside Passage to Vancouver Island, where delightful Victoria awaits you.
    Duration:
    19 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 5,616
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Mountain Express: Calgary, Kamloops, Whistler, Vancouver & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: If time is at a premium, this itinerary is for you. Alberta highlights the Canadian Rockies with Banff and Jasper National Park, while British Columbia offers its wild interior, Mount Robson, and stunning Fraser Canyon. Calgary, where cowboy culture meets the modern city, is your starting point while fabulous Vancouver on the Pacific Coast, provides a superb finish. A great week of amazing views and experiences.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,333
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • New England Explorer: Boston, New Hampshire, Vermont, Cape Cod & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Enjoy a perfect week in New England. Encounter history around every corner, from Boston’s Freedom Trail, the witches in Salem to the original pilgrims and the Mayflower II in Plymouth. Add to that the breathtaking scenery of New Hampshire’s Mount Washington, the Green Mountains of Vermont and, of course, magnificent Cape Cod.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,270
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • North West Adventure: Vancouver, Prince George, Whitehorse & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Explore awesome landscapes from the lush coastlines of southern British Columbia, through the Rockies, up to the northern reaches of the Yukon and back. The accent is on off-the-beaten path travel, majestic mountains, wide horizons, making for an unforgettable trip.
    Duration:
    22 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 6,574
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Prairies to the Pacific: Calgary, Waterton Lakes, Osoyoos, Vancouver & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Explore the lesser-travelled roads of Canada’s west and discover prehistoric as well as contemporary wonders. Alberta’s dinosaur badlands, reveal a natural treasure unique to this area while the traditional ski destinations of British Columbia’s interior are transformed in summer to placid retreats of lakes, valleys, and outdoor recreation. Travelling along the southern roads of Alberta and British Columbia offers you a look at areas not featured on most itineraries.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,871
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Rhythms of the River Minneapolis to New Orleans

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: A trip along a fascinating route down south to New Orleans, full of fabulous landscapes, wonderful local culinary experiences, and plenty of history. But it’s the final layer that makes this trip very special: music. Prince and Elvis figure in Minneapolis and Memphis, respectively, while Nashville and New Orleans are, naturally, prominently featured. But it’s places like Clarksdale, Cleveland, and Natchez along the Mississippi Blues Trail, that will strike a special chord.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,645
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Rhythms of the River: Chicago, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans & More

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: A trip along a fascinating route down south to New Orleans, full of fabulous landscapes, wonderful local culinary experiences, and plenty of history. But it’s the final layer that makes this trip very special: music. From Chicago you are heading out on Route 66, a drive immortalized by the famous (Get Your Kicks on) Route 66. St. Louis boasts the National Blues Museum while Nashville and New Orleans are, naturally, prominently featured. But it’s places like Clarksdale, Cleveland, and Natchez along the Mississippi Blues Trail, that might strike a special chord.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,533
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Rockies to Vancouver, Canadian Style

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Slow down the pace a little and enjoy some of the most magnificent locations and unique resorts in the Rockies, highlighting the splendor of Canada’s most spectacular scenery from Banff and Lake Louise to Jasper. Delight in the enchanting view of Maligne Lake and admire the stunning landscape of Icefields Parkway or British Columbia’s Fraser Canyon. At the end of the trip one of the world’s most fabulous cities awaits: Vancouver, wonderfully located between the mountains and the Pacific coast.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 7,214
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Route Des Voyageurs

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Enjoy the cosmopolitan delights of Toronto, the thunder of Niagara Falls and Ottawa, the nation's capital. Then embark on a discovery of French Canada, cradle of Canada's beginnings. From historic Quebec City, travel to the top of the Gaspé Peninsula, where Jacques Cartier claimed New France in 1534. The mighty St. Lawrence River is a companion for several days, leading you back to vibrant Montreal.
    Duration:
    16 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 4,210
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Tasmanian Circle: 9 Days Hobart to Hobart Self Drive

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: The tiny island of Tasmania has much to offer. Drive through Strahan then the Cradle Mountains, famous for alpine scenery, to Hobart stopping at Launceston, Swansea and Port Arthur.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,279
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    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:
    AU$ 4,498
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States 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:
    AU$ 4,877
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada 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:
    AU$ 4,440
    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:
    AU$ 4,681
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada 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:
    AU$ 4,020
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Pacific Northwest Wine Trail: San Francisco, Napa Valley, Portland & More

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: Approach this trip with grape expectations. Napa will be the most recognizable name to many, but wine connoisseurs will also know about Rogue Valley and Willamette Valley in Oregon. The possible wine tastings on this trip are endless. Tasting rooms are on outdoor terraces, chateaus, on the Napa Valley Wine Train, in historic hotels and on splendid lawns, but wherever they are breathtaking views are always on the menu. So are gourmet cheeses, spreads, salamis, charcuteries, truffles, and fresh baked breads that invariably accompany wine pairings. Yes, there are other pursuits to make this journey to remember. The mineral hot springs and historic mud baths of the Silverado Trail, a hike to the summit of Mount St. Helena, a visit to stunning Crater Lake National Park and lunch in Sausalito.
    Duration:
    13 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,870
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Route 66 & Texas Hill Country: Dallas, Amarillo, Santa Fe & More

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: A superb combination of unique cities in Texas and New Mexico with the existing parts of Route 66 is the focus of this trip. Bookended by the impressive skyscrapers of Dallas and the delightful cowboy roots of Fort Worth, Oklahoma City makes for an intriguing stop as do New Mexico’s Amarillo and Santa Fe, introducing a captivating desert vibe. Roswell beckons you to stop at its UFO Museum, and back in Texas you can look forward to a bewildering choice of live music venues in the great city of Austin.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,600
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Splendid Nature of Quebec

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Let Québec charm you with its diversity and romanticism on an itinerary which combines the exciting pace of urban touring with the natural beauty of provincial parks and tranquil waterways. While cosmopolitan Montréal and heritage-rich Québec City are magnificent cities, the scenic coastal routes of the Gaspé Peninsula provide an alluring balance. Immerse yourself in this unique and enchanting province.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 4,040
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Canada See Trip Details

  • Quaint New England Towns

    MODERATE | SELF DRIVE: A delightful itinerary around New England that starts and ends in Boston, but reveals the beauty of Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont through its enchanting small towns. The scenery is breathtaking throughout, with stunning coastal areas, including Cape Cod, and the magnificent White and Green Mountains. There’s the witches of Salem, Norman Rockwell’s home, the famous ‘Covered Bridges’, a replica of the Mayflower, lighthouses and the Mystic Pizza restaurant.
    Duration:
    12 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 4,566
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    United States See Trip Details

  • Arctic Iceland Self-Drive: Jokulsarlon, the Eastfjords, Lake Myvatn & More

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Set off on a true adventure and drive Iceland's incredible Ring Road on this 11-day tour. This independent itinerary lets you move at your own pace and stop off at fabulous sites along the way, including the Golden Circle, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Lake Myvatn, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and countless others. For intrepid globetrotters looking to explore the Land of Fire & Ice in-depth, this is the perfect trip for you.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,911
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Bucket List Travel Ideas, Self-Drives
    Iceland See Trip Details

  • Basque Country Adventure Self-drive: Bilbao, Pamplona, San Sebastian

    MODERATE | SELF-DRIVE: Get off the beaten path in Spain's Basque Country on a 6 day self-drive experience! Discover a unique culture, rich in history, modern architecture and wonderful gastronomy. See the famous Guggenheim, the beaches of San Sebastian, the legendary Pamplona, try the pintxos and fall in love with the dramatic landscape, language and famous wines.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 1,184
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    Spain See Trip Details

  • Bay of Islands Self Drive

    Drive north from Auckland to beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy some leisure time and get to know the area before visiting the superb beaches of Cape Reinga, New Zealand’s northernmost point.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 739
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    New Zealand See Trip Details

  • Beautiful Cities of New Zealand Self Drive

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Explore the beauty of New Zealand’s iconic cities and natural wonders at your own speed on this road trip. Connect from Auckland to Queenstown, visiting Rotorua and Christchurch as well as natural and cultural landmarks such as the Hobbiton Movie Set, Lake Taupo, and Milford Sound along the way.
    Duration:
    12 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 5,019
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    New Zealand See Trip Details

  • Cape Self Drive

    FIRST-CLASS | SELF-DRIVE: Uncover the cultural and natural diversity of Cape Town at your pace during this 6-day South Africa self-drive vacation. Explore the mother city of Africa and the Western Cape, regarded as one of the world's most beautiful regions, indulging in world-renowned wine tastings, nature walks through Table Mountain, scenic drives along Cape Route 62, and exciting game drives in the Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,969
    Trip Type:
    Self-Drives
    South Africa See Trip Details
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