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

North Island, New Zealand
Waiheke Island Day Tour: Ziplining, Wine Tasting & Vineyard Lunch

Experience the best of Waiheke on a full-day tour that combines a morning of high-flying zipline adventure with an afternoon sampling the delicious wines and …More

Experience the best of Waiheke on a full-day tour that combines a morning of high-flying zipline adventure with an afternoon sampling the delicious wines and...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$244
Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a pest and predator-free haven for native birds. Take the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach …More

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a pest and predator-free haven for native birds. Take the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$186
The Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Guided Tour from Auckland

Step into the magic of Middle-earth with early access to the Hobbiton Movie Set, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Shire before the …More

Step into the magic of Middle-earth with early access to the Hobbiton Movie Set, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Shire before the...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$189
Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington

Experience a 5.5-hour guided tour to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Departing from Wellington, the tour follows the Hutt River through the …More

Experience a 5.5-hour guided tour to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Departing from Wellington, the tour follows the Hutt River through the...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$115
Island Hopper- Sail to wildlife sanctuary - 6 hr - Bay of Islands

Most visitors see the Bay of Islands from a crowded deck. Our guests see it from the secret local spots that are not on the …More

Most visitors see the Bay of Islands from a crowded deck. Our guests see it from the secret local spots that are not on the...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
Coast and Rainforest Eco-Tour from Auckland with Picnic Lunch

This full day tour is for lovers of nature and hiking, your experienced local nature guide will take you to a range of rainforest, beach …More

This full day tour is for lovers of nature and hiking, your experienced local nature guide will take you to a range of rainforest, beach...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Rotorua based Small Group Morning Tour Waimangu and Wai O Tapu

Join a small-group morning tour from Rotorua to explore two top geothermal parks: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Get picked up around 8-8:30 …More

Join a small-group morning tour from Rotorua to explore two top geothermal parks: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Get picked up around 8-8:30...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$132
Rotorua Highlights: Wai-O-Tapu, Lunch & 5 Experience Choices

One day from Auckland. One must-see geothermal wonder. Five ways to spend your afternoon. Travel from Auckland to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and explore its surreal …More

One day from Auckland. One must-see geothermal wonder. Five ways to spend your afternoon. Travel from Auckland to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and explore its surreal...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$171
Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia

Enjoy this full-day tour visiting the best of the Far North on board our purpose built coach. Let our drivers immerse you in the culture …More

Enjoy this full-day tour visiting the best of the Far North on board our purpose built coach. Let our drivers immerse you in the culture...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$129
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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$239
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
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
6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland

See Auckland's wild side on this half-day tour from Auckland. Visit the iconic Mt Eden volcano for 360 degree views of the city before travelling …More

See Auckland's wild side on this half-day tour from Auckland. Visit the iconic Mt Eden volcano for 360 degree views of the city before travelling...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$166
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
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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
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$123
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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$102
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All …More

Spend time with local guides supporting our family owned business! Your opportunity to visit locations in Wellington that you simply couldn't make on foot. All...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$73
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