Top North Island Bus & Minivan Tours

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best North Island Bus & Minivan Tours are: Sheep World Country Tour from Auckland Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland Rotorua Māori Village and Activity Combinations from Auckland Scenic Short Hike Tour - McLaren Falls and Puketoki Reserve Buried Village of Te Wairoa

Q: 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: Buried Village of Te Wairoa Devonport Explorer Tour Volcanoes, Heritage and Cultural sites Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

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

North Island Bus & Minivan Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Buried Village of Te Wairoa Devonport Explorer Tour Volcanoes, Heritage and Cultural sites Tauranga City & History Scenic Tour – 2 Hours Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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

No problem. These North Island Bus & Minivan Tours include Hotel Pickup: Tauranga City & History Scenic Tour – 2 Hours 4hr Tauranga Scenic History and Tasting Tour FREE Kiwifruit Tasting Auckland City Highlights Small Group Tour Napier City, Art Deco, Sightseeings + Premium Winery Tour Bay of Islands Scenic Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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 →

Hawkes Bay - Scenic, luncheon, wine Tour

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and …More

Napier, New Zealand

4.8 (5)

Hawkes Bay - Scenic, luncheon, wine Tour

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (5)

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$125

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

5.0 (2)

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...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$128

Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip visit the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves and other stops and secret locations on the way from …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (88)

Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip visit the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves and other stops and secret locations on the way from...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (88)

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$128

PRIVATE Wellington Half Day Tour including Cable Car

Firstly, a private tour offers a vehicle & driver exclusively for you. As locals, we're well versed on where to take you & can also …More

Wellington, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

PRIVATE Wellington Half Day Tour including Cable Car

Firstly, a private tour offers a vehicle & driver exclusively for you. As locals, we're well versed on where to take you & can also...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$128

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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$128

Auckland City Highlights and Hidden Gems Half Day Tour

Our priority is your satisfaction, so we limit our groups to a small size of 5 people per vehicle, in a comfy van. We also …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Auckland City Highlights and Hidden Gems Half Day Tour

Our priority is your satisfaction, so we limit our groups to a small size of 5 people per vehicle, in a comfy van. We also...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$131

Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch from Auckland

Escape Auckland for a scenic day trip through the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and be part of a small group as you explore some of the …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (102)

Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch from Auckland

Escape Auckland for a scenic day trip through the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and be part of a small group as you explore some of the...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (102)

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$130

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

Rotorua, New Zealand

4.9 (380)

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...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (380)

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$131

Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the …More

Wellington, New Zealand

4.9 (10)

Private Wellington Craft Beer Half Day Tour

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$136

Discover the stunning beauty of the Bay of Islands on this immersive adventure. Begin your journey in Paihia Town, then off exploring the enchanting Pukeiti …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Bay of Islands - Explorer Tour

Discover the stunning beauty of the Bay of Islands on this immersive adventure. Begin your journey in Paihia Town, then off exploring the enchanting Pukeiti...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$153

Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour

Take your taste buds on a flavour-packed journey through Wellington’s historic seaside suburb, Petone. This 4.5-hour tour blends local history with delicious artisan experiences. This …More

Wellington, New Zealand

4.8 (8)

Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour

Take your taste buds on a flavour-packed journey through Wellington’s historic seaside suburb, Petone. This 4.5-hour tour blends local history with delicious artisan experiences. This...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (8)

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$137

PREMIUM WINE tasting = Waiheke Island Wine Tours MAX 11 clients!

''MAXIMUM 11 CLIENTS'' with Scenic tour and PREMIUM WINE TASTINGS! Line up by 8.30am in order to catch the Fullers 0900 ferry to Waiheke, LOOK …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (1,469)

PREMIUM WINE tasting = Waiheke Island Wine Tours MAX 11 clients!

''MAXIMUM 11 CLIENTS'' with Scenic tour and PREMIUM WINE TASTINGS! Line up by 8.30am in order to catch the Fullers 0900 ferry to Waiheke, LOOK...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,469)

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$138

Craggy Range + Premium Wineries, Napier Sights tour

Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine …More

Napier, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Craggy Range + Premium Wineries, Napier Sights tour

Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$136

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 (354)

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 (354)

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$139

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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$139

Private Rotorua Tour - Auckland Tour House

The culture and tourism capital of New Zealand, otherwise known as a geothermal wonderland. Dive deep into New Zealand's Maori heritage, swing into various adventure …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (1)

Private Rotorua Tour - Auckland Tour House

The culture and tourism capital of New Zealand, otherwise known as a geothermal wonderland. Dive deep into New Zealand's Maori heritage, swing into various adventure...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$141

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

Shore Excursion To Historic Kerikeri Including Lunch

Bay of Islands & Kerikeri Tour (Approximately 4 hours). Kerikeri Stone Store is the oldest Stone Building in New Zealand. Kerikeri Mission Station was established …More

Paihia, New Zealand

4.5 (22)

Shore Excursion To Historic Kerikeri Including Lunch

Bay of Islands & Kerikeri Tour (Approximately 4 hours). Kerikeri Stone Store is the oldest Stone Building in New Zealand. Kerikeri Mission Station was established...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (22)

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$142

Private Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour

Experience Auckland like never before on this private half-day tour, perfect for couples, families, friends, or small groups. Enjoy a personalized journey through the city’s …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Private Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour

Experience Auckland like never before on this private half-day tour, perfect for couples, families, friends, or small groups. Enjoy a personalized journey through the city’s...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (30)

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$142

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

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?

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:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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

Got any more North Island trip ideas?

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