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

North Island, New Zealand
Rotorua to Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Shuttle

Enjoy a morning journey in the Wai-o-Tapu Scenic Reserve. Starting with the fascinating Mud Pool and Lady Knox Geyser. Take your time to wonder through …More

Enjoy a morning journey in the Wai-o-Tapu Scenic Reserve. Starting with the fascinating Mud Pool and Lady Knox Geyser. Take your time to wonder through...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$74
Private Tour [3 Days]: Hobbiton, Waitomo Twin Caves & Te Puia

Experience the top destinations of New Zealand’s North Island on this luxury guided tour. Indulge in comfort, style, and exclusive sightseeing. The best way for …More

Experience the top destinations of New Zealand’s North Island on this luxury guided tour. Indulge in comfort, style, and exclusive sightseeing. The best way for...

3 days Hotel pickup offered
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$2,853
Auckland City Discovery Experience - Private Tour From Auckland

Explore all the attractions that Auckland city has to offer in a private luxury tour with an exceptional value that covers all the best sights …More

Explore all the attractions that Auckland city has to offer in a private luxury tour with an exceptional value that covers all the best sights...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$511
Wellington Chocoholics Walking Odyssey

Calling all chocolate lovers! Indulge in Wellington’s sweetest experience on our 3.5-hour Chocoholics Walking Food Tour, a small-group tour with just 2 to 10 guests …More

Calling all chocolate lovers! Indulge in Wellington’s sweetest experience on our 3.5-hour Chocoholics Walking Food Tour, a small-group tour with just 2 to 10 guests...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$143
Auckland City Top Sights Half Day Tour - Small Group

Discover the quiet charm of Auckland in this carefully curated half-day experience. Stroll along peaceful waterfronts, admire the view from Mount Eden, and explore the …More

Discover the quiet charm of Auckland in this carefully curated half-day experience. Stroll along peaceful waterfronts, admire the view from Mount Eden, and explore the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$91
Start from Rotorua - Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves, Smaller Group

We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay a little more to be comfortable. …More

We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay a little more to be comfortable....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$328
Shore Excursion Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover

Scenic Cruise among 144 sub-tropical islands and discover the Bay of Islands on a small group tour. Visit the landing site of Captain James Cook, …More

Scenic Cruise among 144 sub-tropical islands and discover the Bay of Islands on a small group tour. Visit the landing site of Captain James Cook,...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour from Auckland

Step into the birthplace of modern New Zealand on this full-day group tour to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - where history, culture, and nature unite …More

Step into the birthplace of modern New Zealand on this full-day group tour to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - where history, culture, and nature unite...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$262
Taste Hawke's Bay - A Sweet treat food Tour

Satisfy your sweet tooth and discover a different side of Hawke’s Bay on this delightful journey through the region’s picturesque countryside. Accompanied by a friendly …More

Satisfy your sweet tooth and discover a different side of Hawke’s Bay on this delightful journey through the region’s picturesque countryside. Accompanied by a friendly...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$147
Rotorua to Auckland 1-Way Transfer Via Taupo and Hamilton Gardens

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser …More

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$176
Tauranga Private Shore Excursion: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Discover more than just Rotorua’s famous geothermal wonders. With a private guide, you’ll explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, stroll through historic Government Gardens, enjoy a thermal …More

Discover more than just Rotorua’s famous geothermal wonders. With a private guide, you’ll explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, stroll through historic Government Gardens, enjoy a thermal...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$578
Private Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua, and key geothermal sites like Te Puia, Wai-O-Tapu, and Lady Knox Geyser …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip from Auckland to Hobbiton, Rotorua, and key geothermal sites like Te Puia, Wai-O-Tapu, and Lady Knox Geyser...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$244
Private Tour - Muriwai Beach & Wine Tasting

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous …More

Venture to Auckland’s spectacular west coast for a full-day experience combining dramatic landscapes, native wildlife, premium wine, and delicious food. Travel to Muriwai Beach, famous...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$397
Small Group Luxury Hobbiton Tour incl. Lunch From Auckland

Embark on a full-day sightseeing luxury tour on our premium luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's most famous attraction. Grab a great value …More

Embark on a full-day sightseeing luxury tour on our premium luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's most famous attraction. Grab a great value...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$285
Private Auckland Volcanoes & Viewpoints Half-Day Tour

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic …More

Auckland is known as the City of Sails, but some think it should be called the City of Volcanoes! Gain insight into Auckland's unique volcanic...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$177
Gallery Highlights Tour and General Admission

Our Gallery Highlights Tour is the perfect introduction to the Museum and its wonderful collections, giving you a window into New Zealand’s past and present. …More

Our Gallery Highlights Tour is the perfect introduction to the Museum and its wonderful collections, giving you a window into New Zealand’s past and present....

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Waiheke Island: VIP Sommelier Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch

Experience the very best of Waiheke Island on an exclusive VIP wine tour, where world-class wines, exceptional dining and breathtaking coastal scenery come together for …More

Experience the very best of Waiheke Island on an exclusive VIP wine tour, where world-class wines, exceptional dining and breathtaking coastal scenery come together for...

5 hours 5 minutes Free Cancellation
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$914
Private Tour: Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua Mud Pool & Treewalk

Private Tour of the magical worlds of Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua. Embark on a private tour across the North Island of New Zealand, where …More

Private Tour of the magical worlds of Hobbiton Movie Set and Rotorua. Embark on a private tour across the North Island of New Zealand, where...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$999
Coromandel Peninsula Discovery - Private Tour From Auckland

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury …More

Join us to explore the Coromandel Peninsula and fully immerse yourself in the places, and the people of the stunning Coromandel region on a luxury...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$740
Rotorua: WaiOtapu & Redwood forest & Blues springs from Auckland

New Zealand Highlights Private Day Tour Perfect for couples, families, and friends – a completely private experience. No joining with other groups. Discover the best …More

New Zealand Highlights Private Day Tour Perfect for couples, families, and friends – a completely private experience. No joining with other groups. Discover the best...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$430
Private Hobbiton movie set & Blue springs from Auckland

Private New Zealand Day Tour – Hobbiton & Blue Springs This tour is perfect for couples, families, or friends. Enjoy a completely private experience you …More

Private New Zealand Day Tour – Hobbiton & Blue Springs This tour is perfect for couples, families, or friends. Enjoy a completely private experience you...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$487
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