Top North Island Bus & Minivan Tours

Q: Which North Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

North Island Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Day Tour from Auckland Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Hobbiton and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Got any more North Island trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked North Island Tours. Top 10 North Island 2026 Senior-friendly tours North Island The best tours and activities for culture lovers in North Island Top Day Trips from North Island Things to do in North Island this summer View all North Island Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North Island?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in North Island are: North Island Luxury & Special Occasions North Island Luxury Tours North Island Attraction Tickets North Island Sightseeing Tickets & Passes North Island Tours & Sightseeing View all tour styles in North Island →

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Enter the world of Mitai Māori Village and embrace our history and culture. Watch our stories unfold through the dynamic scenes of our warriors paddling …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.7 (1,373)

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Enter the world of Mitai Māori Village and embrace our history and culture. Watch our stories unfold through the dynamic scenes of our warriors paddling...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (1,373)

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$103

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Visit the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided 45-minute tour through this underground wonder, seeing stalactites, stalagmites, and sparkling glowworms. Then head to a …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.7 (815)

Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch

Visit the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided 45-minute tour through this underground wonder, seeing stalactites, stalagmites, and sparkling glowworms. Then head to a...

12 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (815)

from
$270

Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.6 (580)

Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (580)

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$189

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights

***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES*** Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.5 (437)

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Rotorua Highlights

***ALL OUR TOURS START & END TO FIT THE CRUISE SHIPS' ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES*** Rotorua is the 2nd most visited city in New Zealand...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (437)

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$142

Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.6 (372)

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience

Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (372)

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$60

Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf. The Bay of Islands …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

4.6 (353)

Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf. The Bay of Islands...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (353)

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$140

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

Wellington, New Zealand

4.6 (328)

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...

210 to 240 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (328)

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$99

Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion - Tauranga

Experience the unique and special natural beauty of Rotorua, the geothermal hot spot of New Zealand, just 1 hour's drive from Tauranga. Learn about the …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.6 (319)

Small-Group Rotorua Naturally Shore Excursion - Tauranga

Experience the unique and special natural beauty of Rotorua, the geothermal hot spot of New Zealand, just 1 hour's drive from Tauranga. Learn about the...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (319)

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$141

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

Paihia, New Zealand

4.7 (245)

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...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (245)

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$129

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

Auckland, New Zealand

4.7 (223)

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...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (223)

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$241

First stop, Dry Creek Quarry site of Helm’s Deep and Minas Tirith. Then River Anduin where the Fellowship travelled to Amon Hen, Gardens of Isengard …More

Wellington, New Zealand

4.7 (161)

Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour

First stop, Dry Creek Quarry site of Helm’s Deep and Minas Tirith. Then River Anduin where the Fellowship travelled to Amon Hen, Gardens of Isengard...

360 to 390 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (161)

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$172

6.5 hour Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Whakarewarewa

Visit the authentic Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village in the geothermal region of Rotorua on our full-day excursion which includes a guided tour, cultural concert and …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.7 (160)

6.5 hour Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Whakarewarewa

Visit the authentic Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village in the geothermal region of Rotorua on our full-day excursion which includes a guided tour, cultural concert and...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (160)

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$164

TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui! Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.4 (159)

TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

The Ultimate 2-Hour Tour of Tauranga & Mount Maunganui! Jump on for a quick, fun-filled ride exploring Tauranga and Mount Maunganui’s hidden gems! Kick off...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (159)

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$49

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

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

4.7 (137)

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...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (137)

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$142

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.5 (126)

Buried Village of Te Wairoa

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in...

45 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (126)

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$15

Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour

Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where …More

Wellington, New Zealand

4.4 (116)

Wellington Shore Excursion City Sightseeing Tour

Take in the sights of Wellington while your cruise ship is in port, and discover one of the world’s most charming capital cities. See where...

3 hours

4.4 (116)

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$89

Tauranga Private Excursion: Rotorua -Te Puia-Geysers & Kiwi's

PRIVATE TOURS HAVE FLEXIBLE START / END TIMES TO MEET SHIP ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES. Experience Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and authentic Māori culture on a …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.6 (113)

Tauranga Private Excursion: Rotorua -Te Puia-Geysers & Kiwi's

PRIVATE TOURS HAVE FLEXIBLE START / END TIMES TO MEET SHIP ARRIVAL & SAILING TIMES. Experience Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and authentic Māori culture on a...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (113)

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$578

Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience with Dinner

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture with a hāngī buffet dinner and cultural performance. Savour a delicious …More

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.7 (112)

Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience with Dinner

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture with a hāngī buffet dinner and cultural performance. Savour a delicious...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (112)

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$117

Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.7 (111)

Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour

This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (111)

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$83

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

Napier, New Zealand

4.5 (100)

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,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (100)

from
$85

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for North Island Bus & Minivan Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for North Island Bus & Minivan Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly North Island Bus & Minivan Tours are:

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Which North Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which North Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Free Cancellation?

North Island Bus & Minivan Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which North Island Bus & Minivan Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North Island Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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