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

North Island, New Zealand
Auckland : Rotorua Maori Village w Redwoods, Haka and Hangi Lunch

Begin your tour with a scenic ride from Auckland to Rotorua, where you'll visit the incredible Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village. Be welcomed by …More

Begin your tour with a scenic ride from Auckland to Rotorua, where you'll visit the incredible Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village. Be welcomed by...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$215
Private Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves in a Day from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato, …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$546
Tauranga Cruise Tour Rotorua Redwood and Maori Village Experience

Working within the Cruise Ship schedule, we shall meet you at the Port of Tauranga and look to commence our journey at a pre-arranged time. …More

Working within the Cruise Ship schedule, we shall meet you at the Port of Tauranga and look to commence our journey at a pre-arranged time....

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$196
Wreck Diving Specialty Course

Wreck Diving Specialty Course. Expand your range of underwater exploration. Dive in and learn how to safely explore the wrecks of history. Includes 2 x …More

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Wreck Diving Specialty Course. Expand your range of underwater exploration. Dive in and learn how to safely explore the wrecks of history. Includes 2 x...

1 day
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$312
Te Puia Rotorua Experience with Optional Activities – Ex Auckland

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and rich Māori culture on a tour designed for unforgettable experiences. Te Puia is a must-see, featuring the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser, …More

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and rich Māori culture on a tour designed for unforgettable experiences. Te Puia is a must-see, featuring the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
Auckland City Highlights Small Group Tour

This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both culture and Auckland landmarks together to form the ultimate Auckland experience. Highlights: • …More

This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both culture and Auckland landmarks together to form the ultimate Auckland experience. Highlights: •...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$57
Port of Tauranga, Te Puia/Redwoods TreeWalk Glowworms/Hells Gate

Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our …More

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Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$383
Tiritiri Matangi Sea Kayak Tour

Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries. …More

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Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$152
Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools …More

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$221
Auckland: Rotorua Te Puia & Maori Village Tour with Haka

Embark on a cultural and geothermal adventure from Auckland through the stunning Waikato countryside to Rotorua and Te Puia. Discover Te Puia’s geothermal wonders, including …More

Embark on a cultural and geothermal adventure from Auckland through the stunning Waikato countryside to Rotorua and Te Puia. Discover Te Puia’s geothermal wonders, including...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
3 Day Waiheke Walking Holiday-Hosted by Chef & Local of 30 Years

Come join us to walk the stunning tracks and trails of Waiheke Island. I'm Vicki, your host — a Waiheke local of 30 years and …More

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Come join us to walk the stunning tracks and trails of Waiheke Island. I'm Vicki, your host — a Waiheke local of 30 years and...

3 days
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$971
Auckland Half Day E-Bike Excursion

More than a bike-tour, this is a true riding experience. See the many green spaces and coastlines of central-west Auckland as we ride through a …More

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More than a bike-tour, this is a true riding experience. See the many green spaces and coastlines of central-west Auckland as we ride through a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$101
Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington. …More

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to …More

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to...

6 hours
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$2,408
Wellington Jewish Heritage sightseeing tour 6hours & kosher lunch

Aaron's Kosher tour Is an Historical inspired tour for you to see the best of Wellington. On tour you will experience Colonial and Māori heritage …More

Aaron's Kosher tour Is an Historical inspired tour for you to see the best of Wellington. On tour you will experience Colonial and Māori heritage...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$229
Private Tour - Horse Riding, Wine Tasting and Art Trail

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a …More

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$431
Martinborough Private Food and Wine Tour all inclusive Tesla SUV

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations …More

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$288
Black Labyrinth: Black Water Rafting - Private Tour from Auckland

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world …More

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$800
Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a …More

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$687
Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour

This tour is a small group tour people traveling to New Zealand and an attractive tour that allows you to experience Auckland's Top 5 highlight …More

This tour is a small group tour people traveling to New Zealand and an attractive tour that allows you to experience Auckland's Top 5 highlight...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
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