Top Day Trips from New Zealand (Updated November 2026)

New Zealand, Oceania
Private Tour - Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland

This luxury, private tour offers a premium Rotorua experience with return transfers from Auckland in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Our expert guides will immerse you …More

This luxury, private tour offers a premium Rotorua experience with return transfers from Auckland in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Our expert guides will immerse you...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$574
5Day/4Nights Great Southern Circle

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown …More

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A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily, see all the highlights of New Zealand's scenic South Island. Travel by coach from Christchurch to Queenstown...

5 days
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$1,216
Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour From Auckland

Join us on a small group day tour from Auckland to explore the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the informative commentary as you cross the iconic …More

Join us on a small group day tour from Auckland to explore the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the informative commentary as you cross the iconic...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (26)
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$228
Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a …More

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a...

7 hours
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$419
Arthur's Pass with optional TranzAlpine Train (Small Group Tour)

Join us on a scenic day trip from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, where you’ll journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Alps. Travel by …More

Join us on a scenic day trip from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass, where you’ll journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the Southern Alps. Travel by...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$333
Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy …More

At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (39)
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$126
Small Group - Half-Day Hawke's Bay Winery Tour

Join Hawke's Bay scenic tour's small Wine tour group. Visit 4 Internationally recognised Wineries. tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door …More

Join Hawke's Bay scenic tour's small Wine tour group. Visit 4 Internationally recognised Wineries. tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$102
Full Day Mavora Lakes Adventure Lord of the Rings Film Locations

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown Operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into …More

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown Operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into...

7 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (44)
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$178
Milford Sound Tour from Queenstown with Cruise

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Modern comforts such as …More

Travel the Milford Road in our luxurious & comfortable vehicles specially designed for small groups tours to Milford Sound from Queenstown. Modern comforts such as...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (190)
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$228
From Auckland to Rotorua Waiotapu and Activity Combinations

Start your Rotorua adventure at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, home to vibrant geothermal features like the Champagne Pool, bubbling mud pools, and steaming vents. After this …More

Start your Rotorua adventure at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, home to vibrant geothermal features like the Champagne Pool, bubbling mud pools, and steaming vents. After this...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$195
Ultimate Auckland Experience Full Day Tour with Brewery Lunch

This full-day small group tour combines the best of Auckland's city highlights with the rugged beauty of the wild west coast for the ultimate Auckland …More

This full-day small group tour combines the best of Auckland's city highlights with the rugged beauty of the wild west coast for the ultimate Auckland...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$126
Queenstown to Dunedin with Taieri Gorge Train One-Way Tour

Follow gold rush trails, explore historic towns, and journey through breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a transfer, it’s an odyssey through the heart of Central …More

Follow gold rush trails, explore historic towns, and journey through breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a transfer, it’s an odyssey through the heart of Central...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$171
Waiheke island wine tours with Waitiki Tours

Specialising in private tours for two people+ to make your day on waiheke island more special and perhaps more romantic Lose yourself in the vines …More

Specialising in private tours for two people+ to make your day on waiheke island more special and perhaps more romantic Lose yourself in the vines...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$143
Stewart Island Fly Explore Fly ex Queenstown by Glenorchy Air

Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast. Fly over Foveaux Strait …More

Depart over the Remarkables, track along the Oreti River across New Zealand’s vast southern farmland before reaching the stunning Southern Coast. Fly over Foveaux Strait...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$551
Franz Josef Glacier Helihike ex Queenstown

True South Flights is the only fixed wing operator to offer the Franz Josef Heli Hike from Queenstown as a day trip. The Franz Josef …More

True South Flights is the only fixed wing operator to offer the Franz Josef Heli Hike from Queenstown as a day trip. The Franz Josef...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,236
Photography Tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy - 1/2 Day

Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your …More

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Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights

***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES*** Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand …More

***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES*** Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$142
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes …More

Experience the grand architecture and beautiful gardens of Christchurch when your ship is in port in Akaroa. Your shore excursion from Akaroa port also includes...

6 hours
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$132
Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal

On our customised Private Tour you'll enjoy a fun and informative tour with an experienced local guide showcasing the iconic Mt Maunganui, gorgeous sandy beaches, …More

On our customised Private Tour you'll enjoy a fun and informative tour with an experienced local guide showcasing the iconic Mt Maunganui, gorgeous sandy beaches,...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$950
Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

Start your day sailing from Kaiteriteri beach, soaking up the scenery along the stunning coastline, passing the iconic Split Apple Rock and the playful NZ …More

Start your day sailing from Kaiteriteri beach, soaking up the scenery along the stunning coastline, passing the iconic Split Apple Rock and the playful NZ...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$80
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