Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour

Enjoy a private tour in a Mercedes luxury vehicle from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set, made famous by the movie trilogies “The Lord of …More

Enjoy a private tour in a Mercedes luxury vehicle from Auckland to the Hobbiton Movie Set, made famous by the movie trilogies “The Lord of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$493
Tauranga History and Culture

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ), …More

Travel Ed is a Māori family operator, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga tribal area. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ),...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$121
Auckland Māori Culture Experience - Private Tour

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions. …More

This unique private tour blends culture and sightseeing in one incredible experience. Explore Auckland, the City of Sails, while immersing yourself in rich Māori traditions....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (15)
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$454
Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury …More

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,841
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
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$260
7-hour Kapiti Coast Private Tour

Kapiti full day tour 7 hours (approximate) Entrance fees, lunch and refreshments are all included in the price. We pick you up from your choice …More

Kapiti full day tour 7 hours (approximate) Entrance fees, lunch and refreshments are all included in the price. We pick you up from your choice...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$199
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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$260
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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$175
8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy an 8-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the best …More

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy an 8-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the best...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$225
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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$283
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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$453
Private Matakana Wine & Dine Tour from Auckland.

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches, …More

Enjoy a special tour from Auckland to the beautiful Matakana region just an hour north of the city, showcasing stunning scenery including golden sand beaches,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$389
Private Auckland Wine & Dine Kumeu Country & Cuisine

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy …More

This private tour combines a visit to the amazing Waitakere Ranges on Auckland’s West Coast with Kumeu Wine Country with its boutique vineyards and easy...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$389
WAITOMO - Twin Caves Discovery - Private Day Tour from Auckland

The Waitomo Twin Caves Discovery combines two iconic caves: the Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Cave. Glowworm Cave: Famous for its glowworms that light up the …More

The Waitomo Twin Caves Discovery combines two iconic caves: the Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Cave. Glowworm Cave: Famous for its glowworms that light up the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$441
"Pinot to Palliser tour" - Guided tour to Cape Palliser vith lunch + winetasting

Let us take you on an impressively scenic road out to the southern coast of New Zealand's North Island. We'll drive to the coast and then …More

Let us take you on an impressively scenic road out to the southern coast of New Zealand's North Island. We'll drive to the coast and then...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you …More

All included: Hot Springs & Winery Dinner and Wine This tour is the only and most relaxing tour you will find in Auckland, where you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$284
Black Labyrinth: Black Water Rafting - Private Tour from Auckland

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world …More

Experience the ultimate underground adventure as you journey from Auckland in a luxurious private vehicle to the spectacular Waitomo region. Dive into the thrilling world...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$792
Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a …More

Embark on a voyage to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations on this day trip from Auckland to the Bay of Islands on a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$678
Private Martinborough Wine Tour in an Electric Vehicle - Tesla Model Y

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations …More

Our guests enjoy traveling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs. We provide a private tour to you, taking you to scenic locations...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$312
Rotorua & Taupo DayTour with Waiotapu & Huka Falls from Auckland

This tour is Small Group Tour from Auckland We Will explore the Rotorua & Taupo Highlight Spot We visit several of North Island's highlight spots, …More

This tour is Small Group Tour from Auckland We Will explore the Rotorua & Taupo Highlight Spot We visit several of North Island's highlight spots,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (16)
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$489
Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Drive through the scenic roads of Waikato on a chauffeur driven premium luxury vehicle to experience life as a Hobbit like never before! Join the …More

Drive through the scenic roads of Waikato on a chauffeur driven premium luxury vehicle to experience life as a Hobbit like never before! Join the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$792
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