Lonely Planet Best Bike Rides New Zealand

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, this guide covers the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and e-bike riders.

Inside you'll find colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughout, plus special features on New Zealand's highlights for cyclists, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to take. The 'Our Picks' section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interests, while region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include 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.

Essential information is at your fingertips: ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start and end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard). With over 48 maps, this is the most comprehensive guide to riding in New Zealand, perfect for anyone planning to explore the country on two wheels.