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

North Island, New Zealand
Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS

Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for …More

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Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$72
Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua's Geothermal Valley

Visit two of New Zealand’s top destinations in one unforgettable day trip! Experience the real Middle-earth on a fully guided 2.5-hour tour of the Hobbiton …More

Visit two of New Zealand’s top destinations in one unforgettable day trip! Experience the real Middle-earth on a fully guided 2.5-hour tour of the Hobbiton...

13 hours Free Cancellation
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$255
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

We make our way up to the Mount Victoria Lookout to see spectacular views of Wellington’s city by driving up Courtenay Place, past the Embassy …More

We make our way up to the Mount Victoria Lookout to see spectacular views of Wellington’s city by driving up Courtenay Place, past the Embassy...

210 to 240 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland

Travel in comfort with our small-group guarantee — no long hotel pickup loops, we collect you quickly and head straight to Rotorua. This full-day experience …More

Travel in comfort with our small-group guarantee — no long hotel pickup loops, we collect you quickly and head straight to Rotorua. This full-day experience...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$241
The Tastebud Tour, award winning food tour of Auckland

The Tastebud Tour has been our flagship experience since 2010. Over four delicious hours, you'll explore Auckland’s sights, stories, and most importantly, its flavours, on …More

The Tastebud Tour has been our flagship experience since 2010. Over four delicious hours, you'll explore Auckland’s sights, stories, and most importantly, its flavours, on...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$158
Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland

Enjoy a memorable full-day excursion from Auckland to the spectacular Bay of Islands, combining scenic landscapes, coastal beauty, and an unforgettable marine adventure. Your journey …More

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Enjoy a memorable full-day excursion from Auckland to the spectacular Bay of Islands, combining scenic landscapes, coastal beauty, and an unforgettable marine adventure. Your journey...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$263
Martinborough Foodie Half Day Tour from Wellington

Embark on a delightful, guided journey through Wairarapa's culinary wonders, complete with local cheeses, exquisite chocolates, and premium wines. This 5-hour round trip takes you …More

Embark on a delightful, guided journey through Wairarapa's culinary wonders, complete with local cheeses, exquisite chocolates, and premium wines. This 5-hour round trip takes you...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital …More

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Tarawera and Rotorua Lakes Eco Tour by Boat with Guide

The Tarawera and Lakes Tour is the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Rotorua's lakes district and uncover the stories of the land, its …More

The Tarawera and Lakes Tour is the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Rotorua's lakes district and uncover the stories of the land, its...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Small Group 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...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (146)
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$119
Wellington City to Coast Highlights Tour (with Lunch)

This five-hour experience offers outstanding value, giving you more time to explore, a wider variety of attractions, and a delicious lunch all in one tour. …More

This five-hour experience offers outstanding value, giving you more time to explore, a wider variety of attractions, and a delicious lunch all in one tour....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (271)
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$123
Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours. Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia, …More

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours. Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia,...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$62
Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua. …More

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua....

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity …More

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Tour - Snorkel, Hike,Swim,Wildlife

Embark on a 4.5 hour Cruise and Island tour in the scenic Bay of Islands, where nature's wonders and cultural exploration await. Cruising through the …More

Embark on a 4.5 hour Cruise and Island tour in the scenic Bay of Islands, where nature's wonders and cultural exploration await. Cruising through the...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Kaituna Cascades - Grade 5 Wairoa River near Tauranga

Take on the mighty Wairoa River in an adrenaline pumping rafting expedition you'll never forget! The Grade 5 Wairoa River near Tauranga is renowned for …More

Take on the mighty Wairoa River in an adrenaline pumping rafting expedition you'll never forget! The Grade 5 Wairoa River near Tauranga is renowned for...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$108
Discover Wellington 3 hour City Tour

Join us on this 3hr journey into the story of Wellington, where we share the history, culture, conservation and place in the world of Te-Whanagnui-a-Tara …More

Join us on this 3hr journey into the story of Wellington, where we share the history, culture, conservation and place in the world of Te-Whanagnui-a-Tara...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$63
Māori Cultural Experience & Hāngī dinner incl. Day Admission

Our Hāngī & Concert experience offers an exceptional evening of authentic Māori culture, including an immersive live performance followed by a traditional hāngī dinner, cooked …More

Our Hāngī & Concert experience offers an exceptional evening of authentic Māori culture, including an immersive live performance followed by a traditional hāngī dinner, cooked...

1 to 2 days Free Cancellation
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$114
Spectacular Wellington: Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour

Your Wellington Half Day tour is crafted specifically for you, your family & friends. We are Jo & Suzee, your passionate Wellingtonians. We will introduce …More

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Your Wellington Half Day tour is crafted specifically for you, your family & friends. We are Jo & Suzee, your passionate Wellingtonians. We will introduce...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$212
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore, …More

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Discover two of New Zealand’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. Our small-group Hobbiton & Waitomo tour gives you more - more time to explore,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (62)
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$217
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