Lonely Planet Best Road Trips New Zealand : Detailed Itineraries | Travel Like a Local | Insider Tips | Covers Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island and more

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 you'll find itineraries for classic road trips plus lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs. Full-colour route maps provide easy-to-read, detailed directions, while delightful detours help you see New Zealand's highlights along the way. Link your trip by cruising from one driving route to the next, and get insider tips to help you travel like a local, avoid trouble spots and stay safe on the road with advice on local driving rules, parking, and toll roads.

Stretch your legs with the best things to do outside the car, and access essential info at your fingertips including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and prices. You'll find honest reviews for all budgets covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. Lavish colour photography provides inspiration throughout, covering 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.