Top things to do in North Island in Summer (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
Hobbiton Movie Set Experience: Private Tour From Auckland

Travel in style and luxury on this private tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, set on rolling farmland, this is the world-famous movie set …More

Travel in style and luxury on this private tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, set on rolling farmland, this is the world-famous movie set...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$628
Waiheke Island Private Personalised Walk

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist walking options. We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm all arrangements on your behalf. …More

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist walking options. We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm all arrangements on your behalf....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (10)
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$411
Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Atlantis

Escape Mate is proud to provide immersive, exciting games with a mixture of electronic and mechanical puzzles and lots of surprising outcomes. All our puzzles, …More

Escape Mate is proud to provide immersive, exciting games with a mixture of electronic and mechanical puzzles and lots of surprising outcomes. All our puzzles,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$26
Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour

Enjoy a private tour in a Mercedes luxury vehicle from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set, made famous by the movie trilogies “The Lord of …More

Enjoy a private tour in a Mercedes luxury vehicle from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set, made famous by the movie trilogies “The Lord of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$498
Tauranga History and Culture

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ), …More

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ),...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$121
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds …More

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$454
Waiheke Island Private Bush and Beach Walk

This 5-hour private group walk combines the best of Waiheke Island bush and beaches. Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will …More

This 5-hour private group walk combines the best of Waiheke Island bush and beaches. Fabulous coastal views, seabird nesting grounds and lush forest trails will...

5 hours
5.0 (10)
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$411
Auckland Māori Culture Experience - Private Tour

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions. …More

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (15)
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$459
Half-Day Tour - Ex Rotorua: WAI-O-TAPU Thermal Wonderland

Tour Highlights: Begin and end your journey - iSite Rotorua tourists visitor center, 1167, Fenton Street, Rotorua. Explore the bubbling Wai-O-Tapu Mud Pool the head …More

Tour Highlights: Begin and end your journey - iSite Rotorua tourists visitor center, 1167, Fenton Street, Rotorua. Explore the bubbling Wai-O-Tapu Mud Pool the head...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (17)
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$97
Deco City Black Cab Tours and Shuttles

Explore Art Deco Napier and surrounding areas in the comfort of our classic Black London Taxi Limo. Seating capacity is up to Five passengers. Four …More

Explore Art Deco Napier and surrounding areas in the comfort of our classic Black London Taxi Limo. Seating capacity is up to Five passengers. Four...

1 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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$100
Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury …More

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (9)
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$1,841
Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began …More

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$156
2 Day Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton and Rotorua Tour: from Auckland

Immerse yourself in the otherworldly beauty of New Zealand’s North Island on a two-day escape from Auckland. From Rotorua’s famous geysers and the glowing Waitomo …More

Immerse yourself in the otherworldly beauty of New Zealand’s North Island on a two-day escape from Auckland. From Rotorua’s famous geysers and the glowing Waitomo...

2 days
4.6 (53)
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$949
7-hour Kapiti Coast Private Tour

Kapiti full day tour 7 hours (approximate) Entrance fees, lunch and refreshments are all included in the price. We pick you up from your choice …More

Kapiti full day tour 7 hours (approximate) Entrance fees, lunch and refreshments are all included in the price. We pick you up from your choice...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$199
Escape Room Experience Area 54

We are located in central Hamilton. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and …More

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We are located in central Hamilton. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$17
Exclusive SUNRISE tour to Cape Kidnappers

The East cape of New Zealand is the first to see the sun rise each day. Experience the spectacular moment the sun rises up over …More

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Likely to Sell Out

The East cape of New Zealand is the first to see the sun rise each day. Experience the spectacular moment the sun rises up over...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$642
Private Tour [4 Days]: Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Hells Gate & Wai-O-Tapu

Thermal Getaway hosts unique insights for travellers wanting to experience a fulfilling and enriching journey that will create lasting memories. Uncover under cave wonders, geothermal …More

Thermal Getaway hosts unique insights for travellers wanting to experience a fulfilling and enriching journey that will create lasting memories. Uncover under cave wonders, geothermal...

4 days Hotel pickup offered
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$4,584
Bay of Islands Paihia Small-Group 1-Way Day Tour from Auckland

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental …More

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$198
Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste …More

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (7)
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$145
Wine Tasting Tour in Napier Region

Explore a variety of Hawke's Bay Wineries with experienced guides willing to impart their local knowledge, making an enjoyable day out. …More

Explore a variety of Hawke's Bay Wineries with experienced guides willing to impart their local knowledge, making an enjoyable day out....

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$109
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