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

North Island, New Zealand
Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience with Dinner

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture with a hāngī buffet dinner and cultural performance. Savour a delicious …More

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture with a hāngī buffet dinner and cultural performance. Savour a delicious...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$117
Rotorua: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka

Rotorua’s world-class guided experience and cultural performance. This exhilarating combo extends on from our Te Rā experience by adding a captivating cultural performance in our …More

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Rotorua’s world-class guided experience and cultural performance. This exhilarating combo extends on from our Te Rā experience by adding a captivating cultural performance in our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$81
Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience

Relax under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board our 50ft harbour cruising yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while …More

Relax under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board our 50ft harbour cruising yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$66
Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Te Puia & Lunch from Auckland

Experience the very best of Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural treasures on this fully guided small group day tour from Auckland. Explore two of the …More

Experience the very best of Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural treasures on this fully guided small group day tour from Auckland. Explore two of the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$200
Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in …More

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$86
Private Waitomo Glowworm Cave Tours

Our knowledgeable guide will escort you through beautiful untouched caves here in the Waitomo district. This option is our Private Tour which consists of just your party …More

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Our knowledgeable guide will escort you through beautiful untouched caves here in the Waitomo district. This option is our Private Tour which consists of just your party...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$689
Rotorua Eco Cultural full day tour (Wai o Tapu, Waimangu,Te puia)

Get picked up from your Rotorua accommodation between 8AM and 8:30 AM. Commentated scenic drive to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland for 1hr guided walk. See colourful …More

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Get picked up from your Rotorua accommodation between 8AM and 8:30 AM. Commentated scenic drive to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland for 1hr guided walk. See colourful...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$238
Arvo of goodness Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Our afternoon trip departs the beach at 1:45pm and returns at 5:15pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 1.30pm. During April this trip departs at 11:00am and …More

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Our afternoon trip departs the beach at 1:45pm and returns at 5:15pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 1.30pm. During April this trip departs at 11:00am and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$95
Day Tour Hobbiton + Rotorua from Auckland in Luxury Minibus

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium Tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

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Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium Tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (56)
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$298
Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private …More

Sample the wines of New Zealand’s fertile North Island on this private full-day Martinborough wine tour from Wellington. Visit three Martinborough wineries with a private...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (43)
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$206
Napier Gourmet Winery Luncheon plus Tastings at 3 Great Wineries

Join this wonderful tour leisurely visiting 3 great wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery.. * Spend …More

Join this wonderful tour leisurely visiting 3 great wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery.. * Spend...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$149
Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (46)
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$231
Bay of islands Waterfall Cruise Kayaking Tour

Usual Summer Schedule: 10am, 1pm & 4pm. Times may vary please check Your Kayaking/Paddleboarding can be dry, but bring a towel, change of clothes or …More

Usual Summer Schedule: 10am, 1pm & 4pm. Times may vary please check Your Kayaking/Paddleboarding can be dry, but bring a towel, change of clothes or...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$56
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour from Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set full day return trip tour from Auckland. See one of New Zealand's most famous attractions, the magical Hobbiton Movie Set on this …More

Hobbiton Movie Set full day return trip tour from Auckland. See one of New Zealand's most famous attractions, the magical Hobbiton Movie Set on this...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (44)
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$172
Tauranga City & History Scenic Tour – 2 Hours

Discover the fascinating stories, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage of Tauranga on this relaxed two-hour scenic history tour through one of New Zealand’s oldest …More

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Discover the fascinating stories, coastal scenery, and rich cultural heritage of Tauranga on this relaxed two-hour scenic history tour through one of New Zealand’s oldest...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$33
Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy …More

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$216
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private …More

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Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$298
Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour

Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home …More

Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (74)
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$63
Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this half-day or full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. From the centrally located Waterfront to the …More

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this half-day or full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. From the centrally located Waterfront to the...

2 to 24 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (74)
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$49
5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable …More

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (63)
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$172
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