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“the refreshed format aligns with contemporary travelling options and feature even more insights from local experts” - Travel WeeklyLonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Australia.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from surfing the waves on Byron Bay's iconic beaches to watching little penguins waddle ashore at the famous Penguin Parade, and touring the famous rock art sites of Kakadu National Park with an Aboriginal guide.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Australia travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Australia and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Sydney Opera House and Whitsunday IslandsSpecial features on wine region guides, bush tucker explained, The Great Barrier ReefExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Australian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of AustraliaCovers: Sydney & Surrounds; North Coast New South Wales; South Coast New South Wales; Canberra & Country New South Wales; Southeast Queensland & the Fraser Coast; Central & Tropical North Queensland; Melbourne & Surrounds; Greater Victoria; Tasmania; Adelaide & South Australia; Darwin & the Northern Territory; Perth & Surrounds; Greater Western Australia Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Australia.

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan reveals 35 incredible two-wheeled escapes–with maps–so you can experience even more of this extraordinary country.Get ready for an unforgettable bike ride across Japan and discover exhilarating cycling adventures that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Travel through Nichinan-Kaigan Quasi-National Park for dramatic cliffs and ocean spray; spot Pokémon manhole covers as you glide along the Ibusuki Poké Trail; and find art museums and exclusive galleries in the mountain town of Karuizawa.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan:Discover 35 day trips on two wheels that range from a couple of hours to a full day adventureEach bike ride features easy-to-use maps, elevation charts, detailed directions, challenge rating (easy, intermediate, difficult), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break, biking tips and moreRegional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, suggestions on when to go and where to stayFind the top stops and experiences along the way from Ise-jingū to the Tōya Gurutto Sculpture Park'Our Picks' section highlights the best: scenic rides, urban rides, family rides, island rides and art rides'Also try' recommendations feature extra bike rides in each regionEssential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, bike rental and e-bikes, healthy and safety, responsible travel and moreCovers: Around Tokyo, Central Honshū (Chūbu), Kansai, Hiroshima and Western Honshū, Northern Honshū (Tōhoku), Hokkaidō, Shikoku, Kyūshū & Okinawa Lonely Planet’s Best Bike Rides Japan is our most comprehensive guide to cycling trips in this amazing part of the world, with all the inspiration you'll need to plan your next big trip on two wheels.

Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures – bringing you closer to the culture, history and landscapes you'll encounter along the way. Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Enjoy the panoramic view from the Sitting Kūukai statue; tuck into lunch at the stylish roadside cafe Hikosen, in Shishikui; and don't miss the traditional scenic garden at Chikurin-ji.  Inside Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage travel guide: Our Journey guidebook format helps you build the trip of a lifetime with step-by-step coverage of this iconic path Six of our favourite ways to explore the Shikoku Pilgrimage with suggested itineraries  Easy-to-use maps with must-do stops for every stage of the journey, plus elevation charts and a bird's eye route tracker Discover the best places to eat, drink and sleep as well as recommended detours Interviews with locals share fascinating stories, tips and insights In-depth features explore pilgrim attire, spirituality, and the modern pilgrimage Dive deep into unmissable experiences from taking in Muroto-misaki, to strolling Uchiko's celebrated street, and cycling the Shimanami Kaido 'Essentials' toolkit on arriving, money and budgeting, accommodation, accessibility, responsible travel and more Stunning photography throughout Covers: Tokushima Prefecture, Kochi Prefecture, Ehime Prefecture, Kagawa Prefecture   Discover everything you need to know with Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage – your guide to experiencing one of the world's great adventures your way.

Lonely Planet''s Best Bike Rides Japan reveals 35 incredible two-wheeled escapes–with maps–so you can experience even more of this extraordinary country.

Get ready for an unforgettable bike ride across Japan and discover exhilarating cycling adventures that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Travel through Nichinan-Kaigan Quasi-National Park for dramatic cliffs and ocean spray; spot Pokémon manhole covers as you glide along the Ibusuki Poké Trail; and find art museums and exclusive galleries in the mountain town of Karuizawa.

Inside Lonely Planet''s Best Bike Rides Japan:

Discover 35 day trips on two wheels that range from a couple of hours to a full day adventure Each bike ride features easy-to-use maps, elevation charts, detailed directions, challenge rating (easy, intermediate, difficult), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break, biking tips and more Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, suggestions on when to go and where to stay Find the top stops and experiences along the way from Ise-jingū to the Tōya Gurutto Sculpture Park ''Our Picks'' section highlights the best: scenic rides, urban rides, family rides, island rides and art rides ''Also try'' recommendations feature extra bike rides in each region Essential ''Toolkit'' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, bike rental and e-bikes, healthy and safety, responsible travel and more Covers: Around Tokyo, Central Honshū (Chūbu), Kansai, Hiroshima and Western Honshū, Northern Honshū (Tōhoku), Hokkaidō, Shikoku, Kyūshū & Okinawa

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Lonely Planet’s Best Bike Rides Japan is our most comprehensive guide to cycling trips in this amazing part of the world, with all the inspiration you''ll need to plan your next big trip on two wheels.

Lonely Planet''s Best Road Trips Japan reveals 36 incredible escapes - with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, from appreciating deep nature and secluded hot spring towns between Matsumoto and Kanazawa; to circumnavigating the lush green island of Yakushima populated with sea turtles; and swinging on vine bridges in the Iya Valley.

Inside Lonely Planet''s Best Road Trips Japan:

Discover 36 open road escapes that range from 1 day to 1 week Each route featured includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions and tips about when to go, 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: historical drives, onsen drives, coastal drives, rural drives, adventure drives,  Local travel experts share why they love each trip  Essential ''Toolkit'' on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more Covers: Around Tokyo, Central Honshū, Kansai, Western Honshū, Tōhoku, Hokkaidō, Shikoku, Kyūshū & Okinawa

eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)

Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations'' websites Zoom-in on maps and images

 

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

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Japan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Yoshino for Japan''s most famous cherry-blossom-viewing festival to sipping sake at a 300-year-old brewery in Niigata, and exploring the Unesco-listed streetscapes of Hagi. 

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Japan Travel Guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Japan and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including climbing Mt Fuji, visiting Senso-ji, Tokyo''s oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tosho-guSpecial features on onsen etiquette, Japanese food, and the 88 sacred temples pilgrimageExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Japanese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of TokyoCovers Tokyo, Mt Fuji & around Tokyo, Central Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands

 

Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet''s Japan.