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

North Carolina, USA
Privately Guided Half Day Hike

Whether you want to see waterfalls, wildflowers, enjoy a quiet walk on a forested path, or climb a 6,000 foot peak, we will customize these …More

Whether you want to see waterfalls, wildflowers, enjoy a quiet walk on a forested path, or climb a 6,000 foot peak, we will customize these...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

This tour is hosted by a local historian who will provide you with a unique perspective on the history of Durham. Our guide has worked …More

This tour is hosted by a local historian who will provide you with a unique perspective on the history of Durham. Our guide has worked...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$19
Queen’s City Black Legacy Walking Tour

Welcome to Charlotte, North Carolina, better known as the "Queen City". Come and explore this beautiful city and learn about the Queen of African and …More

Welcome to Charlotte, North Carolina, better known as the "Queen City". Come and explore this beautiful city and learn about the Queen of African and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$26
Boone, NC Walking Food and History Tour

Spend a delicious afternoon exploring the vibrant streets of downtown Boone, NC, on this guided walking food and history tour! Enjoy tastings from beloved local …More

Spend a delicious afternoon exploring the vibrant streets of downtown Boone, NC, on this guided walking food and history tour! Enjoy tastings from beloved local...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
3 HR Self-Drive Guided UTV Tour: Cataloochee Dirt Roads & Elk

Leave the pavement behind and take the wheel of your own UTV for a backcountry adventure unlike ordinary Smoky Mountain sightseeing tours! Follow an experienced …More

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Leave the pavement behind and take the wheel of your own UTV for a backcountry adventure unlike ordinary Smoky Mountain sightseeing tours! Follow an experienced...

3 hours
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$169
The Original Charlotte Brewery Tour - Craft Beer Experience

Join us on an unforgettable brewery tour experience in Charlotte, NC! Discover why our tour is truly unique as you indulge in a VIP experience …More

Join us on an unforgettable brewery tour experience in Charlotte, NC! Discover why our tour is truly unique as you indulge in a VIP experience...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$199
Private Island Eco Tours on a Private Boat from Shackleford Banks

Unlike the larger ferry boats on our private tours using smaller boats we have the ability to do so much more and stay away from …More

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Unlike the larger ferry boats on our private tours using smaller boats we have the ability to do so much more and stay away from...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$600
Historic Oakwood: History & Architecture Tour

Raleigh's historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are famous for their array of fascinating historic houses, displaying a multitude of historic architectural styles from the …More

Raleigh's historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are famous for their array of fascinating historic houses, displaying a multitude of historic architectural styles from the...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$19
'A Christmas Carol' Pub Crawl in Asheville

Our 5-star tour is back for the holidays - a walking holiday adventure through the classic 'A Christmas Carol'! Guided by Asheville's premier Dickensian host, …More

Our 5-star tour is back for the holidays - a walking holiday adventure through the classic 'A Christmas Carol'! Guided by Asheville's premier Dickensian host,...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Asheville Food Tours

The lead guide and operations manager, Paddy has been leading tours for 12 years and has a close rapport with the restaurant owners and chefs. …More

The lead guide and operations manager, Paddy has been leading tours for 12 years and has a close rapport with the restaurant owners and chefs....

180 to 210 minutes
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$100
Skip the Line: Copper Barrel's Premium Distillery Tour & Tasting

Visit the world’s first stillhouse to legally use Wilkes County’s traditional steam-injected distillation method and you’ll discover why many experts consider our award-winning moonshines to …More

Visit the world’s first stillhouse to legally use Wilkes County’s traditional steam-injected distillation method and you’ll discover why many experts consider our award-winning moonshines to...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$10
Explore Asheville on E Bike

Explore Asheville on our 15-mile guided electric bike tour and see more of the city in one unforgettable ride! Our comfortable e-bikes make it easy …More

Explore Asheville on our 15-mile guided electric bike tour and see more of the city in one unforgettable ride! Our comfortable e-bikes make it easy...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Blue Ridge Parkway Tour - Departing from Brevard

Breathtaking vistas, intimate nature encounters, and rich mountain culture await! Highlights include stops at some of the Parkway’s most breathtaking overlooks, such as Craggy Pinnacle …More

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Breathtaking vistas, intimate nature encounters, and rich mountain culture await! Highlights include stops at some of the Parkway’s most breathtaking overlooks, such as Craggy Pinnacle...

3 hours
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$94
Carolina Beach Dive Bar and History Tour

OFFERED WEDNESDAYS (OR FOR GROUPS BY REQUEST )Uncover the vibrant history of Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island, and Federal Point on this engaging dive bar tour. …More

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OFFERED WEDNESDAYS (OR FOR GROUPS BY REQUEST )Uncover the vibrant history of Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island, and Federal Point on this engaging dive bar tour....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Cocktails, Views and Local Stories in Asheville Rooftop Tour

Step into a different world above Asheville with Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, voted Best Tour in the 2026 Best of Asheville awards—Gold Winner. Just an …More

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Step into a different world above Asheville with Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, voted Best Tour in the 2026 Best of Asheville awards—Gold Winner. Just an...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$95
Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert

There are a number of beautiful places to visit and things to do while you are in Asheville, but your search is over. When you …More

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There are a number of beautiful places to visit and things to do while you are in Asheville, but your search is over. When you...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$114
Privately Guided Full Day Hike

Choose your own adventure! You pick the distance (6-10 miles on average), terrain, scenery, and difficulty for a spectacular day in the Blue Ridge Mountains. …More

Choose your own adventure! You pick the distance (6-10 miles on average), terrain, scenery, and difficulty for a spectacular day in the Blue Ridge Mountains....

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Walk

Forest Bathing is the simple practice of walking slowly through the forest, connecting with the environment with all senses rather than rushing to a destination. …More

Forest Bathing is the simple practice of walking slowly through the forest, connecting with the environment with all senses rather than rushing to a destination....

3 hours
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$75
Private Brewery Tour in a '72 VW Bus - Roadies Local

Your brew bus tour is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. Cruise around Wilmington in a classic 1972 VW bus! This is …More

Your brew bus tour is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. Cruise around Wilmington in a classic 1972 VW bus! This is...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$350
Charlotte Rydables Ghost Tour

Charlotte is an old city dating back to the 1700s, the perfect setting for a ghost tour. Ever wonder who’s haunting the city of Charlotte? …More

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Charlotte is an old city dating back to the 1700s, the perfect setting for a ghost tour. Ever wonder who’s haunting the city of Charlotte?...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$89
Carolina Beach History and Mural Walking Tour

OFFERED TUESDAYS ! (or for groups by request) Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Carolina Beach on this guided walk that showcases the area's …More

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OFFERED TUESDAYS ! (or for groups by request) Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Carolina Beach on this guided walk that showcases the area's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$30
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