Hit the road with this collection of 200 epic bike rides across Australia and New Zealand.
Cycle along Tasmaniäs Bay of Fires Trail or pedal through the South Island's misty native
forest on the Old Ghost Road. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 ideas for
similar trips you'll find inspiration for a lifetime of biking adventures. Loop around Lake
Burley Griffin for the ultimate tour of Canberra's arts and culture scene descend through the
gum forests of the Blue Mountains and discover the natural wonder of Sydney's backyard explore
the reclaimed Timber Trail in rural Waikato on the North Island or enjoy a diverse and
enchanting excursion along the South Island's Heaphy Track. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist
or you're looking to embark on your first bikepacking holiday you'll find expert tips and
practical information including when to go and where to stay to help make planning your trip a
total breeze. Inside Epic Bike Rides of Australia and New Zealand: - Discover 50 first-person
stories plus a further 150 inspirational ideas for unforgettable bike rides in Australia and
New Zealand - Expert toolkit with travel knowledge and advice to help you get there including
the best time to go gear required nearest town where to stay opening hours suggestions for
similar trips and more - Challenge level grading for each bike ride - easy harder epic - to
determine the trails you wish to tackle - Breathtaking photography of each destination's vast
and impressive landscape. Plus illustrated maps of the core cycling trails - Beautiful and
vibrant book cover by New Zealand illustrator Ross Murray - Covers circuits trails loops and
routes in: Australian Capital Territory New South Wales & Queensland Northern Territory
South Australia & Western Australia Tasmania & Victoria North Island New Zealand South
Island New Zealand Epic Bikes Rides of Australia and New Zealand is the ultimate travel
inspiration for anyone dreaming of their next two-wheeled trip. This stunning book continues
the collectible Lonely Planet Epic series and is a thrilling follow-up to Epic Bike Rides of
the World. Gift this impressive compendium to the cycling lover in your life or to a friend who
is looking to experience a sustainable travel adventure in the near future. About Lonely Planet
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