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

North Island, New Zealand
Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua

In the heart of 350 acres of lush farmland, only 10 minutes from the Rotorua city centre, you’ll find the Agrodome — a real working …More

In the heart of 350 acres of lush farmland, only 10 minutes from the Rotorua city centre, you’ll find the Agrodome — a real working...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
Ex Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village with Haka and Hot Springs

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home …More

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Whakarewarewa Māori Village and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud …More

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience! A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$36
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All …More

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$73
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

See the highlights of Auckland on a 2.5-hour sailboat cruise on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. Enjoy a 3-course dinner while viewing the highlights of the city, …More

See the highlights of Auckland on a 2.5-hour sailboat cruise on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. Enjoy a 3-course dinner while viewing the highlights of the city,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren. …More

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren....

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$152
Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You …More

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Unique Cultural Experience at Waitangi Treaty Grounds – Day Pass

Spend the day exploring the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while soaking up the scenery and story of New Zealand’s most important historic site. Your Waitangi Admission …More

Spend the day exploring the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while soaking up the scenery and story of New Zealand’s most important historic site. Your Waitangi Admission...

1 to 2 days Free Cancellation
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$45
Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic …More

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$55
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city …More

See the sights of Auckland when your ship is in port and learn more about this beautiful ‘City of Sails’ on this 3 hour city...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$63
Thermal Path Tour

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track" …More

Enjoy a 4 hour, small group tour (8people max). Departs every day from 1:15 pm return 5:15pm. Discover some of Rotorua's "off the beaten track"...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$86
TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: Epic 25 min V8 Trike Tour (Tauranga)

Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020-2025 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide! As seen on …More

Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020-2025 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide! As seen on...

25 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$161
Full Day Tour of Wellington

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting …More

Wellington Full Day Tour A fully escorted tour showcasing all of the best highlights of Wellington city and some of its outer suburbs.  Among visiting...

387 to 420 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
Half Day Sightseeing and Taste Tour

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km …More

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We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Chefs Private Martinborough Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington

Expert-Guided Wine Journey: Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards through the discerning palate of our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals secret landscapes. …More

Expert-Guided Wine Journey: Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards through the discerning palate of our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals secret landscapes....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$258
Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the …More

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$132
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Our Tongariro River expedition offers a unique blend of excitement and accessibility. Perfect for first-time rafters, the grade 3 rapids promise thrills and spills without …More

Our Tongariro River expedition offers a unique blend of excitement and accessibility. Perfect for first-time rafters, the grade 3 rapids promise thrills and spills without...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Zealandia - Twilight Guided Eco Wildlife Tour

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus …More

Experience Zealandia as it transforms from daylight to twilight during this special 2.5 hour guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$63
Napier: Afternoon 3 Winery Tasting + visit Silky Oaks Chocolates

Join this wine tour for an afternoon of relaxing and good wine and great company * Visit NZ's oldest winery The Mission, taste and tour …More

Join this wine tour for an afternoon of relaxing and good wine and great company * Visit NZ's oldest winery The Mission, taste and tour...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Auckland Essentials Half Day Tour - Devonport & Mt Eden and more

Get ready for an exciting Small Group tour that takes you to Auckland's hottest and most stunning spots! Experience the breathtaking scenery of ancient volcanic …More

Get ready for an exciting Small Group tour that takes you to Auckland's hottest and most stunning spots! Experience the breathtaking scenery of ancient volcanic...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$92
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