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

Auckland, New Zealand
Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland - Private Tour

German/English speaking On this day tour you will experience Auckland's fascinating volcanic landscape, get a taste of Maori history and discover the wonderful West Coast, …More

German/English speaking On this day tour you will experience Auckland's fascinating volcanic landscape, get a taste of Maori history and discover the wonderful West Coast,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$142
Outdoor Rock Climbing Auckland

Outdoor rock climbing at Stonefields in Auckland offers a unique blend of safety, expertise, customization, education, and convenience through guided experiences. Professional guides provide local …More

Outdoor rock climbing at Stonefields in Auckland offers a unique blend of safety, expertise, customization, education, and convenience through guided experiences. Professional guides provide local...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$95
Private Tour - Hobbiton Movie Set & Te Puia (Rotorua)

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$546
Devil's Bath Experience - Private Tour to Wai-O-Tapu & Lake Taupo

Enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of a majestic and active geothermal site on this private day tour from Auckland on a luxurious vehicle. …More

Enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of a majestic and active geothermal site on this private day tour from Auckland on a luxurious vehicle....

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$744
Te Puia & Hells Gate incl. Mud Spa Experience Private Tour

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming …More

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (8)
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$744
Auckland to Waiheke: Pre-Booked Direct Return Ferry

Pre-book your seat on Waiheke Island's direct ferry service, the Waiheke Reserve. Choose the date and time you'd like to travel on the Waiheke Reserve …More

Pre-book your seat on Waiheke Island's direct ferry service, the Waiheke Reserve. Choose the date and time you'd like to travel on the Waiheke Reserve...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (12)
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$60
Private Transfer From Cruise Ship To Auckland CBD Hotels

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand …More

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand...

20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Premium Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Rotorua

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand …More

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Being part of New Zealand...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$364
Private Romantic Cultural Tour of Historic Auckland

Private romantic exploration through historic Auckland reveals a captivating blend of cultural heritage, architectural elegance, and waterfront beauty. Stroll together through historic districts where heritage …More

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Private romantic exploration through historic Auckland reveals a captivating blend of cultural heritage, architectural elegance, and waterfront beauty. Stroll together through historic districts where heritage...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Te Puia And Redwood Park Day Trip Transport From Auckland

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Our core business is Auckland …More

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Our core business is Auckland...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$539
Piha Waterfalls and Wines

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine …More

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$106
Private Tour WaiOtapu & Huka Falls & Blue springs from Auckland

Discover this beautiful city with your own private guide. Make the most of a short stay on a full-day tour. Visit the WaiOtapu, Lady Knox …More

Discover this beautiful city with your own private guide. Make the most of a short stay on a full-day tour. Visit the WaiOtapu, Lady Knox...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$430
3 Day Hobbiton Rotorua Waiotapu Taupo and Waitomo Caves Tour

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

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...

3 days Hotel pickup offered
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$1,175
Private Driver From Auckland For 4 Days - Flexible Custom Tour

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Our core business is Auckland …More

We are New Zealand Transport Agency Licensed and Auckland Airport Approved fully insured premium passenger service business in New Zealand. Our core business is Auckland...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$2,837
Coromandel Private Day Tour from Auckland.

Visit the Coromandel Peninsula with its pristine beaches, native forests and stunning scenery. Enjoy stunning golden sand bays such as Hot Water Beach, Hahei and …More

Visit the Coromandel Peninsula with its pristine beaches, native forests and stunning scenery. Enjoy stunning golden sand bays such as Hot Water Beach, Hahei and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$451
Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the …More

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Private Tour: Ruakuri Cave, Waitomo Glowworm & Hobbiton Movie Set

Embark on a Magical Adventure: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This unforgettable day tour combines the best of both worlds—fantasy and nature—leaving you with memories …More

Embark on a Magical Adventure: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This unforgettable day tour combines the best of both worlds—fantasy and nature—leaving you with memories...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$999
[PRIVATE] Haka to Waves Auckland West Coast Journey

1. Feel the Power of a Māori Haka Start your journey with a captivating Māori cultural performance, including the iconic Haka—a display of strength, unity, …More

1. Feel the Power of a Māori Haka Start your journey with a captivating Māori cultural performance, including the iconic Haka—a display of strength, unity,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$293
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves & Te Puia - Rotorua's Geothermal Valley

Experience two iconic destinations in one unforgettable day with a full-day trip! Your adventure begins with pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, …More

Experience two iconic destinations in one unforgettable day with a full-day trip! Your adventure begins with pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD,...

13 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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$264
Auckland Museum and Highlight Sightseeing Tour

Discover the Best of Auckland: A Journey Through Culture, Nature, and History! Embark on an unforgettable adventure exploring three of Auckland's most iconic destinations! Perfect …More

Discover the Best of Auckland: A Journey Through Culture, Nature, and History! Embark on an unforgettable adventure exploring three of Auckland's most iconic destinations! Perfect...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$103
[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

**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
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$368
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