New Zealand

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 25 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise Bay of Islands, meander to vineyard restaurants on Waiheke Island, and spot whales off Kaikoura Coast. Get to New Zealand, rent a car, and hit the road!

Inside Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips:

• Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs
• Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions
• Detours - delightful diversions to see Italy's highlights along the way
• Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next
• Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads
• Stretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car
• Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Lavish colour photography provides inspiration throughout

Covers: Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Akaroa, West Coast, Central Plateau, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island, Kaikoura, Mackenzie Country, Waitomo Caves, Canterbury, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and more