Dream trips of the world : 100 destinations and itineraries to make your bucket list a reality

A road trip along France's Cote d'Azur. An encounter with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. Seeing the Northern Lights over Svalbard. Following the cherry blossoms in Japan. Hiking in New Zealand's South Island. An Antarctic expedition. And islandhopping in the Caribbean.

Just a few of the 100 unforgettable travel experiences compiled by Lonely Planet's expert writers for this definitive collection. With insightful itineraries, gorgeous photography and detailed maps, Dream Trips of the World will inspire a lifetime of wanderlust.

Whether you have whale-watching, leaf-peeping or trainriding around Europe on your bucket list, or wish to seek bliss in Bhutan or be awed by Yellowstone National Park's natural wonders, start planning your dream trips here.