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t Queenstown, set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu

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t A hiker walking through Mount Cook National Park.

Named Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud, by the Mori, New Zealand is a place that seduces the senses. An explosion of dramatic scenery, this far-flung Pacific island has it all: magnificent mountains veiled in puffs of white cloud, icy-blue glacial lakes, wild unspoiled coastlines, idyllic swathes of wine country and cool, cultural cities. Whatever your dream trip to New Zealand includes, this DK Eyewitness Travel Guide is the perfect companion.

Dominated by diverse landscapes, Aotearoa is a place of breathtaking natural beauty. On the North Island, you can stroll through subtropical kauri forests, hike past sleeping volcanoes or admire steam-gushing geysers. The South Island offers the chance to discover remote fiords, peaceful lakes and the glacier-covered Southern Alps. The countrys pristine coastlines are dotted with isolated beaches, home to penguins, while inland rolling green pastures are grazed by meandering sheep. Scattered here and there are orchards bursting with seasonal fruit, farms selling wild honey and world-class vineyards offering wine tastings. Wherever you go, youre sure to be welcomed by the ever-friendly locals.

Craving the bustle of a city? You wont be disappointed. Shaped around a sparkling harbour, buzzing Auckland is New Zealands largest city and a hub for shopping and nightlife. Further south, the compact capital Wellington has a cool caf culture, creative craft beer scene and cutting-edge museums. There are plenty of other cities to explore, including cultural Christchurch and ever-adventurous Queenstown.

New Zealand can overwhelm with its sheer size and diversity. Weve broken the country down into easily navigable chapters, with detailed itineraries, expert local knowledge and colourful, comprehensive maps to help you plan the perfect visit. Whether youre staying for a weekend, a week or longer, this Eyewitness guide will ensure that you see the very best New Zealand has to offer. Enjoy the book, and enjoy New Zealand.

Aucklands skyline, with the iconic Sky Tower.

New Zealands favourite coffee, the flat white.

A traditional Mori welcome in Rotorua.

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Dramatic landscapes, creative cities, adrenaline hotspots and tranquil vineyards: New Zealands wonderful mix of untamed wilderness and cool culture provides endless reasons to love it. Here are some of our favourites.

t Wonderfully wild, New Zealand boasts awe-inspiring scenery, whether its dense kauri forests hemmed in by dramatic seascapes or the snow-capped summits of the Southern Alps.

Discover Reasons to Love New Zealand

t Thanks to its bountiful countryside, New Zealand produces world-renowned and truly delicious wines. Sample them on a tastebud-tickling tour of the vineyards of .

Discover Reasons to Love New Zealand

t Discover Mori culture beyond the haka in to learn how intricate Mori meeting-houses are made.

Discover Reasons to Love New Zealand

t Theres no better way to experience New Zealands great outdoors than on a tramp, so lace up your hiking boots and tackle one of the many trails threading the country.