Top New Zealand Day Trips & Excursions

Kaikoura Albatross Encounter Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.5 (2)
from
$227
Private Tour - Muriwai Beach & Wine Tasting

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$398
Small Group Luxury Hobbiton Tour incl. Lunch From Auckland

Embark on a full-day sightseeing luxury tour on our premium luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's most famous attraction. Grab a great value …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Embark on a full-day sightseeing luxury tour on our premium luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's most famous attraction. Grab a great value...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (2)
from
$286
Franz Josef to Christchurch 1-Way Transfer Via TranzAlpine Train

Journey from Franz Josef to Christchurch on one of New Zealand’s most iconic scenic routes. Travel along the rugged West Coast, known for its wild …More

Franz Josef & Fox Glacier, New Zealand

Journey from Franz Josef to Christchurch on one of New Zealand’s most iconic scenic routes. Travel along the rugged West Coast, known for its wild...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (3)
from
$324
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (5)
from
$458
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (3)
from
$393
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (2)
from
$393
"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

Martinborough, New Zealand

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
4.9 (12)
from
$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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
4.8 (12)
from
$284
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (4)
from
$742
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

Wellington, New Zealand

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
5.0 (7)
from
$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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
4.7 (16)
from
$487
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is in Akaroa port, and explore the city on a comprehensive tour. Your Akaroa shore excursion also …More

Akaroa, New Zealand

See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is in Akaroa port, and explore the city on a comprehensive tour. Your Akaroa shore excursion also...

6 hours
3.7 (24)
from
$120
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (6)
from
$565
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

Auckland, New Zealand

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
5.0 (8)
from
$800
Private Waitomo Caves Tour - Auckland Tour House

Trip to a true hidden gem of New Zealand where magic is found both above and below ground. Head under and prepare to be stunned …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Trip to a true hidden gem of New Zealand where magic is found both above and below ground. Head under and prepare to be stunned...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$129
Private Auckland West Coast & Rainforest Day Tour.

Enjoy an amazing day visiting some of the most beautiful places on Auckland’s justifiably famous West Coast. Visit the Arataki Visitor Centre at the gateway …More

Auckland, New Zealand

Enjoy an amazing day visiting some of the most beautiful places on Auckland’s justifiably famous West Coast. Visit the Arataki Visitor Centre at the gateway...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (2)
from
$393
Private Auckland Maori Luxury Tour

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring …More

Auckland, New Zealand

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (4)
from
$450
Queenstown to Christchurch: Wānaka, Mt Cook & Tekapo 1-Way Tour

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (8)
from
$207
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$223

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