Top Day Trips from New Zealand (Updated November 2026)

New Zealand, Oceania
Auckland: Wai-O-Tapu, Polynesian Spa & Maori Haka Day Tour

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Auckland to Rotorua, where natural wonders, cultural encounters, and pure relaxation await. Explore the surreal geothermal landscapes of …More

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Auckland to Rotorua, where natural wonders, cultural encounters, and pure relaxation await. Explore the surreal geothermal landscapes of...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$221
Ports of Tauranga Geothermal & Deluxe Spa (restricted 16+)

Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores …More

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Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$423
Tiritiri Matangi Sea Kayak Tour

Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries. …More

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Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$151
Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools …More

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$218
Iconic Wildlife Tour with Yellow Eyed Penguins & Royal Albatross

Visit the habitat of the world's rarest penguin. Walk through a private nature reserve on this guided tour for a chance to see the endangered …More

Visit the habitat of the world's rarest penguin. Walk through a private nature reserve on this guided tour for a chance to see the endangered...

7 hours
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$224
Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington. …More

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$204
Kaikoura Albatross Encounter Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies …More

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Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$226
Mount Cook Lake Tekapo & Tasman Glacier Private Tour

Enjoy a private day tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook - the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque town of Lake Tekapo, admire stunning alpine …More

Enjoy a private day tour to Aoraki/Mount Cook - the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Visit the picturesque town of Lake Tekapo, admire stunning alpine...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$424
A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

You get to have your own dedicated Driver Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the …More

You get to have your own dedicated Driver Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$281
Franz Josef to Christchurch 1-Way Transfer Via TranzAlpine Train

Journey from Franz Josef to Christchurch on one of New Zealand’s most iconic scenic routes. Travel along the rugged West Coast, known for its wild …More

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Journey from Franz Josef to Christchurch on one of New Zealand’s most iconic scenic routes. Travel along the rugged West Coast, known for its wild...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$320
Scenic Helicopter Flight, Mountain Landing & Wine Tour Queenstown

Fly to the vines with Altitude Tours on a Helicopter Wine Tour. Begin your day being picked up from your Queenstown accommodation before taking a …More

Fly to the vines with Altitude Tours on a Helicopter Wine Tour. Begin your day being picked up from your Queenstown accommodation before taking a...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$543
Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day …More

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$155
Private tour - Matakana Art & Wine Village

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the …More

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours. Travel through the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$452
Bay of Islands Discovery Experience from Auckland incl. Hole In The Rock Cruise

Embark on a voyage of discovery on this unique luxurious private experience from Auckland to enjoy the beauty, discover the scenery, captivating wildlife, and rich …More

Embark on a voyage of discovery on this unique luxurious private experience from Auckland to enjoy the beauty, discover the scenery, captivating wildlife, and rich...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$732
Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough

Marlborough's Wine and Gourmet experience is something you should not miss....Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail with your menu tailor-made for your tastes with a matching …More

Marlborough's Wine and Gourmet experience is something you should not miss....Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail with your menu tailor-made for your tastes with a matching...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$506
Cromwell Wine Tasting Tour using Classic Car

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but …More

Qualmark Accredited Cromwell Classic Car Wine Tours is unique among Central Otago wine-tasting tours. This is no whirlwind mini bus tour crammed with strangers but...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
Private Auckland's West Coast - Piha/ Muriwai - Wild West Tour

Tour out to see the rugged beauty that is Auckland’s Wild West Coast, where you will find yourself tip-toeing along a cliff-top to expose a …More

Tour out to see the rugged beauty that is Auckland’s Wild West Coast, where you will find yourself tip-toeing along a cliff-top to expose a...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$480
Private The Hobbiton Tour - Auckland Tour House

Step foot in the enchanted pastures of the Shire, home of the Hobbits. Jump off to jump in a fully guided tour of the Hobbiton …More

Step foot in the enchanted pastures of the Shire, home of the Hobbits. Jump off to jump in a fully guided tour of the Hobbiton...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$247
7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in …More

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A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in...

7 days
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$1,608
Private Luxury Auckland City & West Coast Tour.

Enjoy a Private Tour of Auckland City and its glorious West Coast. See the very best parts of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) on a Private Tour …More

Enjoy a Private Tour of Auckland City and its glorious West Coast. See the very best parts of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) on a Private Tour...

1 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$387
Queenstown to Christchurch: Wānaka, Mt Cook & Tekapo 1-Way Tour

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the …More

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
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