Book Waikato car rentals from $183

Boasting miles and miles of highways and inviting open roads, many travelers choose to turn their Waikato vacations into driving journeys. If you're planning the road trip of a lifetime, you'll need to know which cities to put on your itinerary. Here are some of the most popular regions in this extraordinary place:

• Hamilton (population of 152,600)
• Taupo (population of 22,500)
• Cambridge (population of 15,200)
• Tokoroa (population of 14,300)

Here's a rundown of our top suggestions if you're looking to score the best deal on a car rental:

• Use our handy filter tool to point you in the direction of the cheapest car rental rates around — then compare the prices;
• Keep an eye on your inbox for our Price Drop Alert. We'll let you know all about all the hot deals cruising around your location;
• Check out the offers at all rental locations around town, being sure to include both the airport and its surrounds. A quick cab trip to a neighboring car rental outlet may mean some generous savings;
• If you have room to move in your schedule, modify your dates to find better prices on different days of the week;
• Do what you can to keep your pickup and drop-off times the same. If you return your rental car later than you picked it up, you could be charged a whole extra day;
• If you're looking to save a few dollars, prepay for your rental and bag some of the best rates around;
• The early bird catches the worm, and also the best deals! Book as soon as possible to grab some excellent savings.