Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Private Tour From Auckland

Experience the moment of magic on a luxurious private tour from Auckland to Waitomo and marvel at thousands of glow worms located beneath the rolling …More

Experience the moment of magic on a luxurious private tour from Auckland to Waitomo and marvel at thousands of glow worms located beneath the rolling...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$621
Private Auckland West Coast & Rainforest Day Tour.

Enjoy an amazing day visiting some of the most beautiful places on Auckland’s justifiably famous West Coast. Visit the Arataki Visitor Centre at the gateway …More

Enjoy an amazing day visiting some of the most beautiful places on Auckland’s justifiably famous West Coast. Visit the Arataki Visitor Centre at the gateway...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$389
Private Auckland to Rotorua Tour by Luxury Vehicle.

Optimise your time in New Zealand with this Private Luxury Tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Incorporate visits to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie …More

Optimise your time in New Zealand with this Private Luxury Tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Incorporate visits to both Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Hobbiton Movie...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$944
Private Auckland Maori Luxury Tour

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring …More

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$445
The Ultimate Canopy Zipline Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Embark on a private luxury tour from Auckland to soar through trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before on an unforgettable zip …More

Embark on a private luxury tour from Auckland to soar through trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before on an unforgettable zip...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$848
Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach Scenic Day Tour from Auckland

Take a trip that's good for your soul. Discover special hideaways. Breathe in the beauty of the natural environment and revitalize your energy and well-being. …More

Take a trip that's good for your soul. Discover special hideaways. Breathe in the beauty of the natural environment and revitalize your energy and well-being....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
Wellington: Guided Colonial Heritage Tour with Gourmet Lunch

From the grandeur of Parliament and the gothic beauty of Old St Paul’s to the creative magic of Weta Workshop and the art deco splendour …More

From the grandeur of Parliament and the gothic beauty of Old St Paul’s to the creative magic of Weta Workshop and the art deco splendour...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$255
Private Tour - Hobbiton Movie Set & Te Puia (Rotorua)

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$539
Te Puia & Hells Gate incl. Mud Spa Experience Private Tour

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming …More

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$735
Piha Waterfalls and Wines

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine …More

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland

This special tour allows you to enjoy the magic of Hobbiton, nestled in New Zealand’s stunning countryside, for a whole day. Fans of "The Lord …More

This special tour allows you to enjoy the magic of Hobbiton, nestled in New Zealand’s stunning countryside, for a whole day. Fans of "The Lord...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$241
Waiheke Island Private Art Tour

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On the Waiheke Island Private Art Walk you’ll enjoy a personalised tour of galleries, sculpture parks and …More

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On the Waiheke Island Private Art Walk you’ll enjoy a personalised tour of galleries, sculpture parks and...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$451
Piha Beach & Wilderness Nature : PRIVATE TOUR 7 hrs

Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying …More

Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$159
Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the …More

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Private Tour: Ruakuri Cave, Waitomo Glowworm & Hobbiton Movie Set

Embark on a Magical Adventure: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This unforgettable day tour combines the best of both worlds—fantasy and nature—leaving you with memories …More

Embark on a Magical Adventure: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This unforgettable day tour combines the best of both worlds—fantasy and nature—leaving you with memories...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$999
[PRIVATE] Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach

**Discover the Magic of Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Tour** Embark on a journey to two of New Zealand’s most enchanting destinations! Start …More

**Discover the Magic of Coromandel: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Tour** Embark on a journey to two of New Zealand’s most enchanting destinations! Start...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$363
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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$508
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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$394
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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$735
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