Top North Island Shore Excursions

Q: Which North Island Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

North Island Shore Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland 2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which North Island Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North Island Shore Excursions include Hotel Pickup: 2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour Half Day Tour of Wellington Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS 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 →

5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

4.9 (63)

5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings

Explore the Island Paradise, and sample some of the most divine wines that Waiheke has to offer. All while having your own private Guide, knowledgeable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (63)

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$170

Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points, …More

Wellington, New Zealand

5.0 (61)

Wellington City Heights Private Sightseeing 6 hour tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour. This signature experience showcases New Zealand's capital from its three most spectacular viewing points,...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (61)

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$134

Small Group Northern Voyager 7 Days Tour

On the Northern Voyager, you can go surfing at one of the world's longest left-hand breaks in Raglan, tick some adrenaline activities off of your …More

Auckland, New Zealand

5.0 (61)

Small Group Northern Voyager 7 Days Tour

On the Northern Voyager, you can go surfing at one of the world's longest left-hand breaks in Raglan, tick some adrenaline activities off of your...

7 days

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$1,294

Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland

A guided tour of the volcanic features and viewpoints in Devonport, including Lake Pupuke explosion crater, the ancient lava flows at Takapuna, and the famous …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Volcanoes, Coasts, and Secret Spots Afternoon Tour in Auckland

A guided tour of the volcanic features and viewpoints in Devonport, including Lake Pupuke explosion crater, the ancient lava flows at Takapuna, and the famous...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (60)

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$108

ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip

Join us and experience the magic of New Zealand’s most distinctive geothermal destination. Relax in rejuvenating mud baths and soothing sulphur spas on an unforgettable …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.8 (58)

ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip

Join us and experience the magic of New Zealand’s most distinctive geothermal destination. Relax in rejuvenating mud baths and soothing sulphur spas on an unforgettable...

5 to 6 hours

4.8 (58)

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$172

Explore BLACK SAND PIHA BEACH, and Water Falls in West Auckland

West Coast Wonders – 4 Hours Scenic Tour from Auckland CBD - Piha Beach - Kitekite Falls Leave the city behind and immerse yourself in …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (54)

Explore BLACK SAND PIHA BEACH, and Water Falls in West Auckland

West Coast Wonders – 4 Hours Scenic Tour from Auckland CBD - Piha Beach - Kitekite Falls Leave the city behind and immerse yourself in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$109

Waiheke Island Bush & Beach Walking Tour with Lunch, Auckland

Take a small-group guided walking tour on Waiheke Island, 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, through native bush, forest reserves and along the coast. Starting …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Waiheke Island Bush & Beach Walking Tour with Lunch, Auckland

Take a small-group guided walking tour on Waiheke Island, 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, through native bush, forest reserves and along the coast. Starting...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (54)

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$253

Waiheke Vineyards & Bush Walk: Guided Walk, Wine Tasting & Picnic

Waiheke Island on foot, with wine at the end of the trail. Your guide meets you off the 9:00am Fullers ferry at Matiatia for a …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Waiheke Vineyards & Bush Walk: Guided Walk, Wine Tasting & Picnic

Waiheke Island on foot, with wine at the end of the trail. Your guide meets you off the 9:00am Fullers ferry at Matiatia for a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (52)

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$271

Martinborough Winery and Foodie Day Tour with vineyard lunch

This tour combines behind the scenes experiences at FIVE of the regions best artisan foodie producers. The tour covers a wide range of products and …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Martinborough Winery and Foodie Day Tour with vineyard lunch

This tour combines behind the scenes experiences at FIVE of the regions best artisan foodie producers. The tour covers a wide range of products and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$186

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Wellington Scenic Full Day Tour

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$214

Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk

Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay on Waiheke Island, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. This walk consists …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Waiheke Island Double Headland Coastal Walk

Experience the twin headlands of Matiatia and Church Bay on Waiheke Island, walking in a small group with an expert local guide. This walk consists...

5 hours

4.8 (50)

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$253

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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West Coast Discovery Tour

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$125

Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and …More

Napier, New Zealand

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Cruise ship: Napier Art Deco-Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (49)

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$99

Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Full Day 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, New Zealand

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Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Full Day 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...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (49)

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$193

Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour Early Access (Avoid the crowds)

Experience this full-day tour from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set, where the popular trilogies were brought to life. …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour Early Access (Avoid the crowds)

Experience this full-day tour from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set, where the popular trilogies were brought to life....

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$187

Boutique tour, Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

During your day's visit to Tauranga, experience the Geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. On the way there, marvel at beautiful beaches and beautiful homes, before a …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

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Boutique tour, Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

During your day's visit to Tauranga, experience the Geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. On the way there, marvel at beautiful beaches and beautiful homes, before a...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

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$118

Private Personalised Tour in Waiheke Island

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist touring options (including driving and walking components). We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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Private Personalised Tour in Waiheke Island

For private groups of 2-12, we offer a range of specialist touring options (including driving and walking components). We’ll provide a tailor-made itinerary and confirm...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$406

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km …More

Napier, New Zealand

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Half Day Sightseeing and Taste Tour

We will take you on a tour with fun and laughter whilst showing you a large area of our region. we cover over 100 km...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$109

Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Hobbiton Afternoon Tour in Luxury Minibus from Auckland

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (46)

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$229

Luxury Private Transfers: Auckland Airport to City

AUCKLAND AIRPORT TRANSFERS A reliable, punctual on-demand door-to-door transfer service exclusively for you and your group that gets safely to your destination. We operate only …More

Auckland, New Zealand

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Luxury Private Transfers: Auckland Airport to City

AUCKLAND AIRPORT TRANSFERS A reliable, punctual on-demand door-to-door transfer service exclusively for you and your group that gets safely to your destination. We operate only...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$86

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 Shore Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for North Island Shore Excursions Tours?

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

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Which North Island Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which North Island Shore Excursions have Free Cancellation?

North Island Shore Excursions 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 Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more North Island trip ideas?

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