Best Road Trips 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.