Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Auckland (Updated 2026)

Auckland, New Zealand
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on …More

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Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Auckland Coastal Experience - Small Group City & Beach Tour Incl. Wine Tasting

Join us on this small group day tour in Auckland and the magnificent coastal expanses. Cross the width of the country in just one day. …More

Join us on this small group day tour in Auckland and the magnificent coastal expanses. Cross the width of the country in just one day....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
Auckland: Rotorua Te Puia with Haka & Polynesian Spa Small Group

Embark on a truly special journey with our Te Puia and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home …More

Embark on a truly special journey with our Te Puia and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
Private Tour - Coromandel Beach, Caves & Forest

The Coromandel Coast Private Tour will take you to one of the most stunning areas of New Zealand. Formerly known largely for its Hardrock Gold …More

The Coromandel Coast Private Tour will take you to one of the most stunning areas of New Zealand. Formerly known largely for its Hardrock Gold...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$545
Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland

Join us on this luxurious private day trip from Auckland to the most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand. Voted “Top 10 best attraction in …More

Join us on this luxurious private day trip from Auckland to the most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand. Voted “Top 10 best attraction in...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$857
Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Intro to Worldbuilding

Step into the world of movie special effects at Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland and discover how artists bring film magic to life. In this …More

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Step into the world of movie special effects at Wētā Workshop Unleashed in Auckland and discover how artists bring film magic to life. In this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$38
4Day/3Nights Auckland to Wellington Tour

A four-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily visiting some of New Zealand’s highlights along the way. Enjoy a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set and …More

A four-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily visiting some of New Zealand’s highlights along the way. Enjoy a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set and...

4 days Hotel pickup offered
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$846
Browns Island Motukorea Sea Kayak Tour

Discover Browns Island's rich history near Auckland. Horses were swum across the harbor by early settlers, while Māori thrived with farming and fishing centuries ago, …More

Discover Browns Island's rich history near Auckland. Horses were swum across the harbor by early settlers, while Māori thrived with farming and fishing centuries ago,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$86
7Day/6Nights Auckland to Queenstown

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand …More

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand...

7 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,777
Auckland City & Native Forest Experience - Fully Guided Day Tour

Join us for a unique, fun, and informative small group city tour of Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city! With an exceptional value, our comprehensive tour …More

Join us for a unique, fun, and informative small group city tour of Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city! With an exceptional value, our comprehensive tour...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will …More

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will...

5 days
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$1,319
Auckland Sights Exclusive 4 Hour Luxury Day Tour

In this exclusive luxury tour a selection of Auckland’s highlights have been put together, depending on your time frame and interest. We can also arrange …More

In this exclusive luxury tour a selection of Auckland’s highlights have been put together, depending on your time frame and interest. We can also arrange...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$98
Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave - Private Tour From Auckland

Take a trip through the magical underground world of sparkling glowworms and fascinating caverns with a private day tour from Auckland to Waitomo Caves. Visiting …More

Take a trip through the magical underground world of sparkling glowworms and fascinating caverns with a private day tour from Auckland to Waitomo Caves. Visiting...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$742
The best of Auckland city walking tour

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city. Auckland is lucky to be home to wonderful waters with unbeatable landscapes and unique wildlife. Did you know that …More

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Auckland is New Zealand's largest city. Auckland is lucky to be home to wonderful waters with unbeatable landscapes and unique wildlife. Did you know that...

2 hours
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$449
Private Tour to Rotorua’s Natural wonders and Māori Arts & craft.

Discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands…in this action packed tour. Featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush explored by Te …More

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Discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands…in this action packed tour. Featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush explored by Te...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$397
Private Cultural Journey Through Historic Auckland

Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the …More

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Skip the crowds this is a private tour for your group only! With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland

This special tour allows you to enjoy the magic of Hobbiton, nestled in New Zealand’s stunning countryside, for a whole day. Fans of "The Lord …More

This special tour allows you to enjoy the magic of Hobbiton, nestled in New Zealand’s stunning countryside, for a whole day. Fans of "The Lord...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$244
Auckland to Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour

See two iconic NZ attractions all in one wonderful day. Visit the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set for a tour of one …More

See two iconic NZ attractions all in one wonderful day. Visit the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set for a tour of one...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$529
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 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
Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise

- Opportunity to view a variety of marine animals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more - Marine mammal viewing guarantee - come again for …More

- Opportunity to view a variety of marine animals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more - Marine mammal viewing guarantee - come again for...

7 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$120
Auckland Glowworm Tours

Looking for a unique Auckland adventure? This tour blends nature, education, and convenience, all in the heart of the city. Convenient & Accessible: Skip long …More

Looking for a unique Auckland adventure? This tour blends nature, education, and convenience, all in the heart of the city. Convenient & Accessible: Skip long...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$34
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