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

North Island, New Zealand
Private Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Half-Day Tour

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic …More

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
Fine Wine Tour in Napier, New Zealand

Created for private groups of two to six who want to explore Hawke’s Bays premium wineries in comfort, at an unhurried pace. Travel in a …More

Created for private groups of two to six who want to explore Hawke’s Bays premium wineries in comfort, at an unhurried pace. Travel in a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$426
Half Day Wine Tour in Napier

This half-day wine tour is both fun and educational, showing you the absolute best that Hawkes Bay has to offer. Taste around thirty different wines, …More

This half-day wine tour is both fun and educational, showing you the absolute best that Hawkes Bay has to offer. Taste around thirty different wines,...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$129
Private tour - Matakana Art & Wine Village

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the …More

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$459
Private Matakana Wine & Dine Tour from Auckland.

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches, …More

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches,...

8 hours
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$394
Private Auckland Wine & Dine Kumeu Country & Cuisine

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy …More

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$394
Waitomo Caves Private Driver for Tour

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo …More

Overview Acknowledged for years of unfailing tours service, we guarantee you a memorable and flawless experience throughout your tour from and to the destination. Waitomo...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$339
"Pinot to Palliser tour" - Guided tour to Cape Palliser vith lunch + winetasting

Let us take you on an impressively scenic road out to the southern coast of New Zealand's North Island. We'll drive to the coast and then …More

Let us take you on an impressively scenic road out to the southern coast of New Zealand's North Island. We'll drive to the coast and then...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you …More

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$287
Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and …More

What Makes This Tour/Activity Unique? *Small Group Experience: - Travel in a small group of up to 9 people for a more personal, relaxed, and...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$144
Coromandel Peninsula Discovery - Private Tour From Auckland

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury …More

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$744
Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

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 Free Cancellation
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$312
Rotorua & Taupo DayTour with Waiotapu & Huka Falls from Auckland

This tour is Small Group Tour from Auckland We Will explore the Rotorua & Taupo Highlight Spot We visit several of North Island's highlight spots, …More

This tour is Small Group Tour from Auckland We Will explore the Rotorua & Taupo Highlight Spot We visit several of North Island's highlight spots,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$487
Waiheke Island Luxury Private Experience

Escape to Waiheke Island for a luxury experience combining breathtaking scenery, premium wine, delicious food, and locally produced olive oil. Your journey begins with pick-up …More

Escape to Waiheke Island for a luxury experience combining breathtaking scenery, premium wine, delicious food, and locally produced olive oil. Your journey begins with pick-up...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$565
Private Auckland City Tour Including Mount Victoria

Delve into the heart of Auckland by touring the central suburbs. You will get treated to delicious eateries, shopping, more spectacular views of the city. …More

Delve into the heart of Auckland by touring the central suburbs. You will get treated to delicious eateries, shopping, more spectacular views of the city....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$430
Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Drive through the scenic roads of Waikato on a chauffeur driven premium luxury vehicle to experience life as a Hobbit like never before! Join the …More

Drive through the scenic roads of Waikato on a chauffeur driven premium luxury vehicle to experience life as a Hobbit like never before! Join the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$802
Full Day Adventure Cruise with Lunch in Bay of Islands

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands on the ultimate Bay of Islands day cruise! Six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure. The knowledgeable crew will …More

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands on the ultimate Bay of Islands day cruise! Six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure. The knowledgeable crew will...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$166
Napier Shore Excursion: Wine & Art Deco Tour

An excursion that explores Napier's art deco architecture and rich history. Included is a visit to one historic winery (whichever is available on the day) …More

An excursion that explores Napier's art deco architecture and rich history. Included is a visit to one historic winery (whichever is available on the day)...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$95
Auckland Airport Private Transfer

To Book your transfer from Auckland airport to any CBD Hotel / Cruise Terminal OR from CBD Hotel / Cruise Terminal to the Airport Acknowledged for …More

To Book your transfer from Auckland airport to any CBD Hotel / Cruise Terminal OR from CBD Hotel / Cruise Terminal to the Airport Acknowledged for...

30 to 60 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Departure Transfer: Wellington Central City Centre Hotels to Wellington Airport

Book a departure transfer from you Wellington City Central accommodation to the Wellington Airport, so you won't spend extra time waiting for a taxi or …More

Book a departure transfer from you Wellington City Central accommodation to the Wellington Airport, so you won't spend extra time waiting for a taxi or...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$21
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