Top Day Trips from New Zealand (Updated November 2026)

New Zealand, Oceania
Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

Our Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour is not so much about swirling, sniffing and chatting about gooseberries, oak and tannins. It’s more an opportunity to …More

Our Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour is not so much about swirling, sniffing and chatting about gooseberries, oak and tannins. It’s more an opportunity to...

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$803
Piha Beach & Wilderness Nature : PRIVATE TOUR 7 hrs

Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying …More

Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$159
Private Auckland to Rotorua Tour via Waitomo Caves.

See the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one wonderful day on this private tour starting in Auckland and ending in Rotorua. Travel from Auckland to …More

See the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one wonderful day on this private tour starting in Auckland and ending in Rotorua. Travel from Auckland to...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$767
Private 8hr Akaroa Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Cruise

This private tour, starting and finishing in Christchurch, is a genuinely scenic experience. Visit some of the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours. …More

This private tour, starting and finishing in Christchurch, is a genuinely scenic experience. Visit some of the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours....

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$251
Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for …More

Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for...

9 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$316
Coromandel Cathedral Cove Walk & Hot Water Beach Day Tour

Cathedral Cove Walk and Hot Water Beach, two iconic attractions on the Coromandel Peninsula, offer an unforgettable coastal experience. Cathedral Cove is famed for its …More

Cathedral Cove Walk and Hot Water Beach, two iconic attractions on the Coromandel Peninsula, offer an unforgettable coastal experience. Cathedral Cove is famed for its...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$172
Auckland: TE PUIA Rotorua, Polynesian Spa & Blue Springs Day Tour

The perfect blend of culture, geothermal wonders, and relaxation all in a single day. Most Rotorua day tours focus only on geothermal attractions, but this …More

The perfect blend of culture, geothermal wonders, and relaxation all in a single day. Most Rotorua day tours focus only on geothermal attractions, but this...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$217
Private Full Day Mavora Lakes Lord of the Rings Film Locations

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown, this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into the Southland region, home to some …More

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown, this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into the Southland region, home to some...

7 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,319
[PRIVATE] Bay of Islands Discovery From Auckland

Experience an exclusive small-group adventure, limited to just five travelers, on this unforgettable day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands. Cross the iconic …More

Experience an exclusive small-group adventure, limited to just five travelers, on this unforgettable day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands. Cross the iconic...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$471
Small Group Tour To Karangahake Gorge & Waihi Gold Exploration

Step into the past and uncover hidden gems on this small group day tour from Auckland to the stunning Coromandel region. Begin with a scenic …More

Step into the past and uncover hidden gems on this small group day tour from Auckland to the stunning Coromandel region. Begin with a scenic...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Private Tour From Auckland To Rotorua incl. Te Puia Valley & Haka

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and …More

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$687
Matakana Art & Horse Riding Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Experience a private guided tour of the beautiful Matakana region in our comfortable luxury vehicle. Spend a day marvelling at unspoilt countryside, indulging in wonderful …More

Experience a private guided tour of the beautiful Matakana region in our comfortable luxury vehicle. Spend a day marvelling at unspoilt countryside, indulging in wonderful...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$629
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

A unique shore excursion from Akaroa which combines a tour of the Banks Peninsula and Christchurch with a guided tour of the famous Giant's House. …More

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A unique shore excursion from Akaroa which combines a tour of the Banks Peninsula and Christchurch with a guided tour of the famous Giant's House....

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$118
Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

Join Pete for a fully guided day out, travelling through beautiful Canterbury countryside to the magnificent Rakaia Gorge. Here, prepare for an exhilarating 45-minute Discovery …More

Join Pete for a fully guided day out, travelling through beautiful Canterbury countryside to the magnificent Rakaia Gorge. Here, prepare for an exhilarating 45-minute Discovery...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$229
Luxury Private Auckland Wine & Beach Tour with Lunch

Indulge in a premium private journey through Auckland’s renowned wine country, where rolling vineyards meet the rugged beauty of the west coast. Escape the city …More

Indulge in a premium private journey through Auckland’s renowned wine country, where rolling vineyards meet the rugged beauty of the west coast. Escape the city...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$570
Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch

Discover one of New Zealand’s most dramatic alpine landscapes on this unforgettable full-day adventure to Arthur’s Pass National Park. Journey from the Canterbury plains into …More

Discover one of New Zealand’s most dramatic alpine landscapes on this unforgettable full-day adventure to Arthur’s Pass National Park. Journey from the Canterbury plains into...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$172
Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour

Discover New Zealand’s wonders with our Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a blend of …More

Discover New Zealand’s wonders with our Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a blend of...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$170
PRIVATE Full Day Lord of the Rings and Weta plus keepsake

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of the magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also …More

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of the magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Auckland: Private Twilight Wild Kiwi Bird Encounter Tour

Step in for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see New Zealand’s iconic Kiwi bird living freely in its natural habitat. Led by an expert guide, this …More

Step in for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see New Zealand’s iconic Kiwi bird living freely in its natural habitat. Led by an expert guide, this...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$546
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Tailored 3 Private Tours for Cruise Ship Passengers Arriving in Lyttleton, Christchurch. We offer these tour options, specially designed for only …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Tailored 3 Private Tours for Cruise Ship Passengers Arriving in Lyttleton, Christchurch. We offer these tour options, specially designed for only...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$187
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