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

North Island, New Zealand
Taupō Return Shuttle

Transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is essential. If you are staying in Taupō and you do not have a vehicle this is the only …More

Transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is essential. If you are staying in Taupō and you do not have a vehicle this is the only...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$80
Half-Day AUCKLAND CITY Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

Discover Auckland’s best in just 3 hours on this engaging guided city highlights tour. Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Eden, stroll through the lush Winter …More

Discover Auckland’s best in just 3 hours on this engaging guided city highlights tour. Enjoy panoramic views from Mount Eden, stroll through the lush Winter...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$72
Vibrosaun Therapy Experience

Treat yourself to Vibrosaun Therapy session to help rejuvenate and maintain your well-being. With Vibrosaun, you experience a combination of vibration, warmth, ventilation and music.The …More

Treat yourself to Vibrosaun Therapy session to help rejuvenate and maintain your well-being. With Vibrosaun, you experience a combination of vibration, warmth, ventilation and music.The...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$34
Mad Hatter's Hat Escape Room Experiences

Welcome to the only replayable escape room in New Zealand—a true delight for families of all ages. At Escapism, we’ve crafted an immersive experience that …More

Welcome to the only replayable escape room in New Zealand—a true delight for families of all ages. At Escapism, we’ve crafted an immersive experience that...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$155
Timber Trail - Ongarue to Pureora Shuttle 2 Day Ride

Not only do we have the right bikes for the trail, but we can get you there in comfort with one of our new shuttles …More

Not only do we have the right bikes for the trail, but we can get you there in comfort with one of our new shuttles...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$51
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
Private Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour

Escape for the day to Waiheke, New Zealand’s "Island of Wine". Enjoy a relaxing and informative day on Waiheke in the safe hands of a …More

Escape for the day to Waiheke, New Zealand’s "Island of Wine". Enjoy a relaxing and informative day on Waiheke in the safe hands of a...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$448
Lord of The Rings Full Day locations tour incl Weta & keepsake

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

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$171
Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry

Rangitoto Island is Auckland's most iconic volcanic landmark, New Zealand's youngest and largest shield volcano, formed by eruptions around 600 years ago. It's also a …More

Rangitoto Island is Auckland's most iconic volcanic landmark, New Zealand's youngest and largest shield volcano, formed by eruptions around 600 years ago. It's also a...

4 hours
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$36
Auckland City Top Spots Half Day Private Tour

Discover Auckland on an exclusive private tour tailored entirely to your group. Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers short on time, this half-day journey covers …More

Discover Auckland on an exclusive private tour tailored entirely to your group. Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers short on time, this half-day journey covers...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$144
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
Rotorua Cultural & Geothermal Small Group Tour From Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable small-group day tour from Auckland to explore the cultural and geothermal marvels of Rotorua. Dive into the heart of Māori traditions …More

Embark on an unforgettable small-group day tour from Auckland to explore the cultural and geothermal marvels of Rotorua. Dive into the heart of Māori traditions...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$284
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 Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise

Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu …More

Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
Auckland Essentials FULL day Tour from Vocalno to Museum

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

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

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$155
Auckland City Half Day Top Sightseeing Tour(Small Group Tour)

A Half-day tour that satisfies all visitors to Auckland. Recommended for travelers short on time and those eager to see the city's top attractions. Includes …More

A Half-day tour that satisfies all visitors to Auckland. Recommended for travelers short on time and those eager to see the city's top attractions. Includes...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$80
Auckland Walking Tour: Small-Group History & Culture Experience

Come join me to walk through time, from volcanoes to the viaduct on my small group guided walking tour of Auckland! From its volcanic origins …More

Come join me to walk through time, from volcanoes to the viaduct on my small group guided walking tour of Auckland! From its volcanic origins...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
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
4.9 (18)
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$126
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
4.9 (132)
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$143
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
4.5 (437)
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$142
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