Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand reveals 25 incredible escapes with maps, allowing you to experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across New Zealand. These journeys range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more, travelling through the Southern Alps, relaxing in hot springs at Whitianga, and watching the marine wildlife at Kaikoura. Embrace the freedom of the open road with each adventure.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand:

• Discover 25 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 10 days.
• Each route includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, and tips about when to go, the duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drives.
• Find the top stops and experiences, as well as fun photo opportunities along the way.
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best drives for coastal routes, food & drink, mountains, history, and volcanoes.
• Local travel experts share why they love each trip.
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, hiring the right car, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more.
• Covers areas like 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.

Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.