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

North Island, New Zealand
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Descend into the forested slopes of the Outer Shire, where our expert guides will entertain you with stories of how the Lord of the Rings …More

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Descend into the forested slopes of the Outer Shire, where our expert guides will entertain you with stories of how the Lord of the Rings...

210 to 240 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$99
Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour from Wellington

Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection …More

Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$218
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
The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands... The Ultimate Bay of Islands Boat Cruise! The only overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands, offering snorkeling, kayaking, island …More

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Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands... The Ultimate Bay of Islands Boat Cruise! The only overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands, offering snorkeling, kayaking, island...

22 hours Free Cancellation
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$228
Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Day Tour From Auckland

Journey from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set on a memorable full-day adventure into the heart of Middle-earth. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from …More

Journey from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set on a memorable full-day adventure into the heart of Middle-earth. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Vineyards Honey and Black Sand Beaches from Auckland

Monday to Friday enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at Kumeu River Wines. See how they ferment their wines in 228 litre French …More

Monday to Friday enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at Kumeu River Wines. See how they ferment their wines in 228 litre French...

6 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$167
Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland

Discover the delicate wines of New Zealand’s North Island on this 3.5-hour wine tour from Auckland at Soljans Vineyard. Travel through the scenic Waimauku, Kumeu …More

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Discover the delicate wines of New Zealand’s North Island on this 3.5-hour wine tour from Auckland at Soljans Vineyard. Travel through the scenic Waimauku, Kumeu...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Insider Auckland Walking Tour: Hidden Lanes, History & Culture

Discover Auckland's downtown lanes and uptown vibes on this small-group walking tour, long regarded as one of Auckland's Best First Day experiences. ' Your local …More

Discover Auckland's downtown lanes and uptown vibes on this small-group walking tour, long regarded as one of Auckland's Best First Day experiences. ' Your local...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$55
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland. Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on …More

Experience two North Island icons on a day tour from Auckland. Travel south from Auckland to Hobbiton. On arrival at Shire’s Rest you embark on...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$301
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Small Group Tour (One Way)

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip, visit the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and other stops and secret locations …More

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On this small group, fully guided One Way trip, visit the world-famous Lord of The Rings Hobbiton Movie Set and other stops and secret locations...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$169
Deco Napier, Te Mata Peak, Garden Walk and Wine Tasting Tour

Looking for an exciting shore excursion in Napier? Look no more! Join this tour for exciting activities and sites such as Napier Art Deco highlights, …More

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Looking for an exciting shore excursion in Napier? Look no more! Join this tour for exciting activities and sites such as Napier Art Deco highlights,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Waiheke Island: Premium Wine Tastings & Gourmet Beachfront Lunch

A 5-hour island escape with premium wine tastings at boutique vineyards and a gourmet beachfront lunch. Your local guide handles everything, so you simply arrive …More

A 5-hour island escape with premium wine tastings at boutique vineyards and a gourmet beachfront lunch. Your local guide handles everything, so you simply arrive...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$172
Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland

Drive up through the Henderson Valley for spectacular elevated views of the Waitakere Ranges from the Aratkai Visitors Centre. This protected regional reserve was originally …More

Drive up through the Henderson Valley for spectacular elevated views of the Waitakere Ranges from the Aratkai Visitors Centre. This protected regional reserve was originally...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$167
Top-Rated Hawke’s Bay Wine Tour - Small Group

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery and the region’s most celebrated wine areas. We keep numbers small (max 11) so it …More

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery and the region’s most celebrated wine areas. We keep numbers small (max 11) so it...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$109
Auckland Food Walk Tour: 5 Tastings, Hidden Lanes & Legends

Eat your way through Auckland's hidden lanes on this moving feast of mouth-watering New Zealand-style food, with all food included. Every stop is hand-picked by …More

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Eat your way through Auckland's hidden lanes on this moving feast of mouth-watering New Zealand-style food, with all food included. Every stop is hand-picked by...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Kawiti Glow Worm Cave Tour & Opua Forest Walk

This tour is for Cruise Ship customers and all members of the public staying in the Bay of Islands. We visit the Kawiti Glow Worm …More

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This tour is for Cruise Ship customers and all members of the public staying in the Bay of Islands. We visit the Kawiti Glow Worm...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$142
Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Oysters

Taste Waiheke Island, not just its wine. This small-group food and wine tour with a maximum of 15-guests from Auckland visits four tasting stops, includes …More

Taste Waiheke Island, not just its wine. This small-group food and wine tour with a maximum of 15-guests from Auckland visits four tasting stops, includes...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$201
Magical Hobbiton: Small-Group Guided Tour from Auckland

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Middle earth with a day trip to the Hobbiton Movie Set, perfect for those seeking a shorter excursion …More

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Middle earth with a day trip to the Hobbiton Movie Set, perfect for those seeking a shorter excursion...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
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
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Discover movie magic at the Hobbiton Movie Set on this luxury coach tour; see the original hobbit-holes, visit the Party Tree, venture beyond the door …More

Discover movie magic at the Hobbiton Movie Set on this luxury coach tour; see the original hobbit-holes, visit the Party Tree, venture beyond the door...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
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