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

Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton Movie Set Tour - One Way

Travel south after morning pickup from your Auckland hotel. En route to Hobbiton, enjoy a quick stretch break before arrival at the Hobbiton Movie Set. …More

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Travel south after morning pickup from your Auckland hotel. En route to Hobbiton, enjoy a quick stretch break before arrival at the Hobbiton Movie Set....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$295
Auckland's Wild West Coast & Black Sand Beaches Tour inc Lunch

Auckland’s Wild West Coast Tour, this small group, fully-guided afternoon tour combines the best the west coast of Auckland has to offer. Highlights: - Black …More

Auckland’s Wild West Coast Tour, this small group, fully-guided afternoon tour combines the best the west coast of Auckland has to offer. Highlights: - Black...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$100
Auckland West Vineyard Tour with lunch and tastings incl

Discover Auckland's scenic highlights as you journey across the iconic Harbour Bridge on a relaxed and private wine adventure through West Auckland. Begin with a …More

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Discover Auckland's scenic highlights as you journey across the iconic Harbour Bridge on a relaxed and private wine adventure through West Auckland. Begin with a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$483
Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour & Blue Spring Day tour

This tour is only to visit the hobbiton movie set. Hobbitton movie set is the world famous location to visit even you have watched the …More

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This tour is only to visit the hobbiton movie set. Hobbitton movie set is the world famous location to visit even you have watched the...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$316
Private tour - Hobbiton Movie Set Evening Banquet Return from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable evening journey from Auckland to experience the Hobbiton Movie Set at its most magical. Travel in comfort with private transportation in …More

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Embark on an unforgettable evening journey from Auckland to experience the Hobbiton Movie Set at its most magical. Travel in comfort with private transportation in...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$748
Hobbiton & Rotorua Māori Village with Lunch from Auckland

Start your tour with a scenic drive from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at the enchanting Whakarewarewa Village. This living Māori village welcomes you with warm …More

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Start your tour with a scenic drive from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at the enchanting Whakarewarewa Village. This living Māori village welcomes you with warm...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$244
Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson

Get a PRIVATE surf lesson @ Te Arai, Auckland #1 East Coast Surf Beach! Blue water, white sand and consistent waves for all ages and stages. …More

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Get a PRIVATE surf lesson @ Te Arai, Auckland #1 East Coast Surf Beach! Blue water, white sand and consistent waves for all ages and stages....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$116
3 Day Open Water Dive Course

Take your Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of New Zealand. Gain an international recognized certification that will allow you to dive anywhere in …More

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Take your Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of New Zealand. Gain an international recognized certification that will allow you to dive anywhere in...

3 days
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$397
Auckland Night Lights Cruise with Welcome Drink & Canape's

Experience Auckland after dark on a relaxing 2-hour Night Lights Harbour Cruise across the sparkling Waitematā Harbour. Departing from Z Pier at Westhaven Marina, cruise …More

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Experience Auckland after dark on a relaxing 2-hour Night Lights Harbour Cruise across the sparkling Waitematā Harbour. Departing from Z Pier at Westhaven Marina, cruise...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Guided Tour at Pukorokoro Shorebird Centre

Join our knowledgeable guide on a captivating journey along the unique Shorebird Coast. We will peer into the often-overlooked ecosystem within an estuary and gaze …More

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Join our knowledgeable guide on a captivating journey along the unique Shorebird Coast. We will peer into the often-overlooked ecosystem within an estuary and gaze...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Auckland Highlights 4 Hrs city Tour

This is the halfday Auckland City Tour for those who does not have enough time for tour.  This tour will cover the highlight of Auckland …More

This is the halfday Auckland City Tour for those who does not have enough time for tour.  This tour will cover the highlight of Auckland...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$81
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey through New Zealand's stunning South Island, exploring many of its major attractions. Start your tour in Auckland, one of …More

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Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey through New Zealand's stunning South Island, exploring many of its major attractions. Start your tour in Auckland, one of...

4 days
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$1,323
Coast to Coast Private Eco Tour

Journey from Auckland City to the dramatic West Coast, where rugged landscapes and spectacular coastal scenery await. Visit Muriwai Beach, famous for its striking black …More

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Journey from Auckland City to the dramatic West Coast, where rugged landscapes and spectacular coastal scenery await. Visit Muriwai Beach, famous for its striking black...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$393
Private Journey to Middle-earth: Hobbiton Movie Set - Ex Auckland

Begin your journey with private transport from Auckland, heading through the lush Waikato region. Enjoy the scenic countryside and feel as though you’ve entered the …More

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Begin your journey with private transport from Auckland, heading through the lush Waikato region. Enjoy the scenic countryside and feel as though you’ve entered the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$458
Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit. During this tour combination, you will …More

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This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit. During this tour combination, you will...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,553
Auckland City Private Tour for Couples. Be chauffeur driven with added extras.

Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will …More

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Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$684
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Tour from Auckland

This tour offers you the chance to enjoy two of New Zealand's most iconic attractions in a single day. Begin with the mesmerizing Waitomo Caves, …More

This tour offers you the chance to enjoy two of New Zealand's most iconic attractions in a single day. Begin with the mesmerizing Waitomo Caves,...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$301
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Witness the magical beauty of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an unforgettable journey from Auckland. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from one of four main …More

Witness the magical beauty of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an unforgettable journey from Auckland. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from one of four main...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$160
Hobbiton Movie Set tour & Glowworm Cave day tour

You will be heading to Hobbiton Village as the first spot for 3 hours. You will be joined in a guided group tour of the …More

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You will be heading to Hobbiton Village as the first spot for 3 hours. You will be joined in a guided group tour of the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$259
Luxury Small group tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set

Luxury transportation with complimentary onboard amenities with professional and experienced guides …More

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Luxury transportation with complimentary onboard amenities with professional and experienced guides...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$460
Full-Day Scuba Dive Charter: Hammerhead Experience from Warkworth

Right on Auckland’s doorstep lies the Hauraki Gulf, known throughout the world as a boating paradise. For many divers, this area has a certain mystique. …More

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Right on Auckland’s doorstep lies the Hauraki Gulf, known throughout the world as a boating paradise. For many divers, this area has a certain mystique....

1 day
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$187
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