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

North Island, New Zealand
Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

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...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$302
Private Martinborough Foodie Delights Tour from Wellington

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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$302
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

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

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

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$262
Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience - Small Group Tour From Auckland

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day …More

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$284
Zombie Bite Escape Room Experiences

An escape room like other: Brace yourself for an escape room experience that defies the ordinary. In Zombie Bite, we’ve crafted a post-apocalyptic setting—one where …More

An escape room like other: Brace yourself for an escape room experience that defies the ordinary. In Zombie Bite, we’ve crafted a post-apocalyptic setting—one where...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$155
Bay of Islands and Hole in the Rock Scenic Helicopter Tour

Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the …More

Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the...

20 minutes
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$203
Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

This tour is perfect for people wanting a full day sightseeing our diverse landscape incl. Mt Maunganui. Marvel at beautiful beaches and multimillion dollar homes, …More

This tour is perfect for people wanting a full day sightseeing our diverse landscape incl. Mt Maunganui. Marvel at beautiful beaches and multimillion dollar homes,...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$168
Waiheke Island Bush & Beach Walking Tour with Lunch, Auckland

Take a small-group guided walking tour on Waiheke Island, 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, through native bush, forest reserves and along the coast. Starting …More

Take a small-group guided walking tour on Waiheke Island, 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, through native bush, forest reserves and along the coast. Starting...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$255
TRIPLE DEAL Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest & Blue Springs Ex Auckland

Triple Deal tour is unique as it blends New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, natural beauty, and quirky landmarks in one unforgettable day. Witness the eruption of …More

Triple Deal tour is unique as it blends New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, natural beauty, and quirky landmarks in one unforgettable day. Witness the eruption of...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk

Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay on Waiheke Island, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. This walk consists …More

Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay on Waiheke Island, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. This walk consists...

5 hours
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$255
Gnome's Adventure Escape Room Experiences

A Truly Magical Experience: Step into the enchanting world of a gnome’s house and lose yourself in a one-of-a-kind adventure. Our escape room is designed …More

A Truly Magical Experience: Step into the enchanting world of a gnome’s house and lose yourself in a one-of-a-kind adventure. Our escape room is designed...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$155
Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer …More

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer...

1 to 8 hours
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$2,580
West Coast Discovery Tour

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy …More

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$126
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Private Tour

Maximise your time in New Zealand with a private journey combining the magical Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one unforgettable day. Enjoy …More

Maximise your time in New Zealand with a private journey combining the magical Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one unforgettable day. Enjoy...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$569
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
Explore BLACK SAND PIHA BEACH, and Water Falls in West Auckland

West Coast Wonders – 4 Hours Scenic Tour from Auckland CBD - Piha Beach - Kitekite Falls Leave the city behind and immerse yourself in …More

West Coast Wonders – 4 Hours Scenic Tour from Auckland CBD - Piha Beach - Kitekite Falls Leave the city behind and immerse yourself in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$111
Auckland City Volcano & Scenic Highlights Tour

If you’ve just arrived in Auckland or are about to leave New Zealand and have only a short time to experience the best the city …More

If you’ve just arrived in Auckland or are about to leave New Zealand and have only a short time to experience the best the city...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$85
Coromandel Adventure and Wildlife Boat Tour to Aldermen Islands

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures. …More

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$112
Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Our morning trip departs Flaxmill Bay at 9:15am returning at 12:45pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 9am Sail around the beautiful coastline on our large sailing …More

Our morning trip departs Flaxmill Bay at 9:15am returning at 12:45pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 9am Sail around the beautiful coastline on our large sailing...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$95
Discover Auckland City Tour: The City of Sails

Immerse yourself in the beauty and character of Auckland on a sightseeing journey showcasing the city’s iconic landmarks, volcanic landscapes, coastal scenery, and panoramic views. …More

Immerse yourself in the beauty and character of Auckland on a sightseeing journey showcasing the city’s iconic landmarks, volcanic landscapes, coastal scenery, and panoramic views....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
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