Description
Let your next journey begin here. In New Zealand, the drive itself can become the connection between the experiences you dream of. Best Road Trips New Zealand compiles 26 routes, providing a starting point for a holiday featuring grand landscapes and ample time for stops along the way.
The Southern Alps, hot springs near Whitianga, and the wildlife at Kaikoura are among the experiences highlighted. The selection encompasses areas such as the Bay of Islands, Rotorua, Wellington, Marlborough, Canterbury, Mackenzie Country, and the regions around Queenstown. This offers opportunities to plan trips on both the North Island and the South Island.
What you get in the guide. The routes include maps and directions, with practical information on length, duration, and timing. The book covers themes such as coastlines, mountains, volcanoes, history, and culinary experiences. You can choose a single route or combine several, using the selection to find a pace that suits the time you wish to spend in each area.
Plan your stages, and allow time for stops. This book is designed for road travel, combining route maps with practical directions. You also receive planning material on topics such as car rental, accommodation, and local driving conditions. Use this to compare options before booking your stays. A route on the map often improves when you also decide which places you want to spend a full day at, and which are suitable for a shorter stop along the way.
A good road trip does not need to cover as many places as possible. Choose a few experiences you wish to prioritize, and let the stages allow for breaks and detours. The physical book is practical when multiple people are discussing the route: browse through the alternatives, look at the maps together, and discover what appeals to each individual. This way, the planning can also become an enjoyable part of the journey, long before you get into the car.
About the edition. English edition, published 2026, 256 pages. ISBN 9781837584543.
