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 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 tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate New Zealand effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of New ZealandGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Waitangi Treaty Grounds, to the Waitomo Caves, and the Hobbiton movie setEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with New Zealand culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: 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. Read more