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[PRIVATE] Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach

**Discover the Magic of Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Tour** Embark on a journey to two of New Zealand’s most enchanting destinations! Start …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

[PRIVATE] Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach

**Discover the Magic of Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Tour** Embark on a journey to two of New Zealand’s most enchanting destinations! Start...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$363
Bay of Islands Paihia Small-Group 1-Way Day Tour from Auckland

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (6)

Bay of Islands Paihia Small-Group 1-Way Day Tour from Auckland

Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
from
$201
Tauranga Private Shore Excursion: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Discover more than just Rotorua’s famous geothermal wonders. With a private guide, you’ll explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, stroll through historic Government Gardens, enjoy a thermal …More

Tauranga, New Zealand
5.0 (12)

Tauranga Private Shore Excursion: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Discover more than just Rotorua’s famous geothermal wonders. With a private guide, you’ll explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, stroll through historic Government Gardens, enjoy a thermal...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
from
$578
Private Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

This tour is ideal for Couples, families, and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Take the opportunity to highlight …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (4)

Private Hobbiton Tour from Auckland

This tour is ideal for Couples, families, and friends, small groups for private tour. Not with other group or people. Take the opportunity to highlight...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$431
Private Full-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland

Get ready to explore the amazing Rotorua. Rotorua is New Zealand's ultimate holiday destination for locals and overseas visitors. Roto means lake and Rua means …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (7)

Private Full-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland

Get ready to explore the amazing Rotorua. Rotorua is New Zealand's ultimate holiday destination for locals and overseas visitors. Roto means lake and Rua means...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
from
$116
Private Tour: Auckland City, Aquarium, Sky Tower, Mt Eden & Wētā

Private Tour of Iconic Landmarks and Unforgettable Experiences: Embark on a private tour through Auckland’s most iconic attractions, where nature, culture, and adventure collide in …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

Private Tour: Auckland City, Aquarium, Sky Tower, Mt Eden & Wētā

Private Tour of Iconic Landmarks and Unforgettable Experiences: Embark on a private tour through Auckland’s most iconic attractions, where nature, culture, and adventure collide in...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$899
Hobbiton Movie Set& Te Puia Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Experience the magic of great value Hobbiton Movie Set day tour, the award-winning attraction made famous by the popular Lord of the Rings and Hobbit …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

Hobbiton Movie Set& Te Puia Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Experience the magic of great value Hobbiton Movie Set day tour, the award-winning attraction made famous by the popular Lord of the Rings and Hobbit...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (2)
from
$848
A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories

Auckland is rich in Māori and European history, and this dynamic city has a wealth of stories that define it. On this 90-minute self-guided walking …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.5 (15)

A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories

Auckland is rich in Māori and European history, and this dynamic city has a wealth of stories that define it. On this 90-minute self-guided walking...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (15)
from
$15
Private Tour From Auckland To Rotorua incl. Te Puia Valley & Haka

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (3)

Private Tour From Auckland To Rotorua incl. Te Puia Valley & Haka

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
from
$678
Private Hobbiton Movie Set, Te Puia, Rotorua Tour from Auckland

Spend a full day exploring North Island's icon at your leisure with your private group. This private tour collects you from your Auckland hotel and …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (1)

Private Hobbiton Movie Set, Te Puia, Rotorua Tour from Auckland

Spend a full day exploring North Island's icon at your leisure with your private group. This private tour collects you from your Auckland hotel and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$170
Auckland City Top Sights Half Day Tour - Small Group

Discover the quiet charm of Auckland in this carefully curated half-day experience. Stroll along peaceful waterfronts, admire the view from Mount Eden, and explore the …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.3 (6)

Auckland City Top Sights Half Day Tour - Small Group

Discover the quiet charm of Auckland in this carefully curated half-day experience. Stroll along peaceful waterfronts, admire the view from Mount Eden, and explore the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.3 (6)
from
$91
Private Auckland Tour

A journey of discovery across the Auckland region. From the maunga (mountains) to the spectacular harbours of the Auckland region and the stunning west and …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (1)

Private Auckland Tour

A journey of discovery across the Auckland region. From the maunga (mountains) to the spectacular harbours of the Auckland region and the stunning west and...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$567
Hawke's Bay Māori History Tour

Step into the heart of Te Matau-a-Māui (Hawke's Bay) on an authentic cultural journey through the stories, landscapes, and living traditions of Ngāti Kahungunu. As …More

Napier, New Zealand
5.0 (1)

Hawke's Bay Māori History Tour

Step into the heart of Te Matau-a-Māui (Hawke's Bay) on an authentic cultural journey through the stories, landscapes, and living traditions of Ngāti Kahungunu. As...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$148
Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland TePuia_Hot Pool-Tub_Redwood Forest

This tour will be operated from Auckland to Rotorua with a small Group, with us, it's a Flexible-Enjoyable-Fun Trip. Our driver-guide will take you to …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland TePuia_Hot Pool-Tub_Redwood Forest

This tour will be operated from Auckland to Rotorua with a small Group, with us, it's a Flexible-Enjoyable-Fun Trip. Our driver-guide will take you to...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$341
3 Days, Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton & Rotorua Tour: from Auckland

Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island on this 3-day guided tour. Explore the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, navigate the subterranean Waitomo Glowworm Caves, …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (3)

3 Days, Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton & Rotorua Tour: from Auckland

Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island on this 3-day guided tour. Explore the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set, navigate the subterranean Waitomo Glowworm Caves,...

3 days
5.0 (3)
from
$1,372
The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You …More

Tauranga, New Zealand
5.0 (1)

The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$354
Small Group Waitomo and Rotorua including Te Puia Tour

Discover the best of New Zealand's North Island in a single day! Our tour takes you to the famous Waitomo Caves and the geothermal wonders …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (3)

Small Group Waitomo and Rotorua including Te Puia Tour

Discover the best of New Zealand's North Island in a single day! Our tour takes you to the famous Waitomo Caves and the geothermal wonders...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$302
Private 2 Day Tour: Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua Geothermal & Hamilton Gardens

This two day trip covers the most iconic attractions in New Zealand! Ideal for travelers with limited time or as a pre or post cruise …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.8 (4)

Private 2 Day Tour: Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua Geothermal & Hamilton Gardens

This two day trip covers the most iconic attractions in New Zealand! Ideal for travelers with limited time or as a pre or post cruise...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
4.8 (4)
from
$1,035
Cultural Rotorua Private Tour Tauranga Port. Whakarewarewa Ticket

Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your …More

Tauranga, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

Cultural Rotorua Private Tour Tauranga Port. Whakarewarewa Ticket

Immerse yourself into the heart of New Zealand with a one of a kind experience visiting Whakarewarewa, a living Maori village. As you make your...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$237
Middle Earth Private Tour from Tauranga Cruise Port. Tickets incl

Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata. …More

Tauranga, New Zealand
5.0 (2)

Middle Earth Private Tour from Tauranga Cruise Port. Tickets incl

Heading inland from Tauranga, you will pass through the beachside town of Mount Maunganui on your way to a 12 acre sheep farm in Matamata....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (2)
from
$201

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North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika)

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Odyssey Sensory Maze

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Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa)

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Colosseum

Colosseum

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Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower

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Stonehenge

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Acropolis

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Statue of Liberty

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Tower of London

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Antelope Canyon

Antelope Canyon

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Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani)

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National September 11 Memorial & Museum

National September 11 Memorial & Museum

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