Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Auckland (Updated 2026)

Auckland, New Zealand
Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour - Mandarin Speaking Guide

Located within Auckland’s SkyCity Precinct, the Entertainment Capital of New Zealand. Unleashed is the city’s newest location-based experience. Unleashed launched in 2020 and has already …More

Located within Auckland’s SkyCity Precinct, the Entertainment Capital of New Zealand. Unleashed is the city’s newest location-based experience. Unleashed launched in 2020 and has already...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds …More

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Wai O Tapu Geothermal Park Day Trip Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Wai O Tapu …More

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Wai O Tapu...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Auckland Māori Culture Experience - Private Tour

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions. …More

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$459
Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury …More

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,841
2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton and Rotorua Tour: from Auckland

Immerse yourself in the otherworldly beauty of New Zealand’s North Island on a two-day escape from Auckland. From Rotorua’s famous geysers and the glowing Waitomo …More

Immerse yourself in the otherworldly beauty of New Zealand’s North Island on a two-day escape from Auckland. From Rotorua’s famous geysers and the glowing Waitomo...

2 days
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$949
Private Tour [4 Days]: Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Hells Gate & Wai-O-Tapu

Thermal Getaway hosts unique insights for travellers wanting to experience a fulfilling and enriching journey that will create lasting memories. Uncover under cave wonders, geothermal …More

Thermal Getaway hosts unique insights for travellers wanting to experience a fulfilling and enriching journey that will create lasting memories. Uncover under cave wonders, geothermal...

4 days Hotel pickup offered
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$4,584
Bay of Islands Paihia Small-Group 1-Way Day Tour from Auckland

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental …More

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$198
Full-Day (2 dives) Scuba Diving at Goat Island Marine Reserve

Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper …More

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Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper...

7 hours
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$161
Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools …More

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$221
Private Tour - Horse Riding, Wine Tasting and Art Trail

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a …More

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (6)
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$430
Private tour - Matakana Art & Wine Village

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the …More

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$458
Private Matakana Wine & Dine Tour from Auckland.

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches, …More

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches,...

8 hours
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$393
Private Auckland Wine & Dine Kumeu Country & Cuisine

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy …More

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$393
WAITOMO - Twin Caves Discovery - Private Day Tour from Auckland

The Waitomo Twin Caves Discovery combines two iconic caves: the Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Cave. Glowworm Cave: Famous for its glowworms that light up the …More

The Waitomo Twin Caves Discovery combines two iconic caves: the Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Cave. Glowworm Cave: Famous for its glowworms that light up the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$445
Waitomo Caves Private Driver for Tour

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo …More

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$339
Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you …More

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$284
Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and …More

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$144
Black Labyrinth: Black Water Rafting - Private Tour from Auckland

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world …More

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$800
Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a …More

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$685
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