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Fodor’s Essential New Zealand travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to explore Auckland, bungee-jump in Queenstown, or visit The Lord of the Rings sights in Middle-earth, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

• AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of New Zealand.
• INSPIRATIONAL “BEST OF” LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.
• MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.
• DETAILED MAPS to help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.
• EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.
• PRACTICAL TIPS including: getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events.
• LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems.
• HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS that add perspective and enrich your travels.
• COVERS: Auckland, Wellington, Bay of Islands, Queenstown, Abel Tasman National Park, Christchurch, Hawke's Bay, Milford Sound, Rotorua, Waitomo, and more.

Updated edition Feb 2025