Lonely Planet New Zealand

2025 - 2026 Travel Guide Plan the Trip of a Lifetime Detailed Itineraries & Maps Insider Tips Covers Auckland, Queenstown, Wellington, Taranaki and more
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to New Zealand. Soak in thermal waters, gaze at beautiful star-filled skies, hike up mighty volcanoes, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to New Zealand.

Discover New Zealand's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Central Otago's stunning countryside by bike on the Lake Dunstan Trail; to gazing at the star-filled skies of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve; and climbing up Paritutu, the lava plug of an ancient volcano in Taranki.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate New Zealand effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of New Zealand
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Waitangi Treaty Grounds, to the Waitomo Caves, and the Hobbiton movie set
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with New Zealand culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Auckland; Northland; The Waikato; Coromandel Peninsula & Bay of Plenty; Rotorua & Taupō; Taranaki, Whanganui & Ruapehu; Hawke's Bay, Gisborne & East Cape; Wellington; Marlborough & Nelson; Christchurch & Canterbury; The West Coast; Queenstown, Wānaka & Central Otago; Dunedin, Waitaki & the Catlins; Fjordland & Southland

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's New Zealand.

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