Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
Private Luxury Catamaran Sailing in the Bay of Islands - Serenity

Enjoy the exclusive use of the luxury sailing catamaran, Serenity. Sit back and take in the sights, or if you want to get involved, take …More

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Enjoy the exclusive use of the luxury sailing catamaran, Serenity. Sit back and take in the sights, or if you want to get involved, take...

6 hours
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$210
Waiheke Island: Māori Culture, Art, Walking Tour with Wine & Food

Te Ahi Kā is an exclusive private journey through Waiheke, curated to bring together Māori culture, spectacular landscapes, exceptional wine, cuisine and contemporary art. Hosted …More

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Te Ahi Kā is an exclusive private journey through Waiheke, curated to bring together Māori culture, spectacular landscapes, exceptional wine, cuisine and contemporary art. Hosted...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$676
Private Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk

Enjoy the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a private guide from Adrift Tongariro. This 19km trek is New Zealand’s best day one-day walk. The track …More

Enjoy the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a private guide from Adrift Tongariro. This 19km trek is New Zealand’s best day one-day walk. The track...

8 hours
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$503
Auckland: Rotorua Te Puia with Haka & Polynesian Spa Small Group

Embark on a truly special journey with our Te Puia and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home …More

Embark on a truly special journey with our Te Puia and Polynesian Spa tour from Auckland. Departing the city, we'll explore Rotorua's serene landscapes, home...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$224
Rotorua Discovery Te Puia Tour

This tour ticks all the boxes. If you only have one day to see the unique and special part of New Zealand then this tour …More

This tour ticks all the boxes. If you only have one day to see the unique and special part of New Zealand then this tour...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$162
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey through New Zealand's stunning South Island, exploring many of its major attractions. Start your tour in Auckland, one of …More

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Embark on an unforgettable 4-day journey through New Zealand's stunning South Island, exploring many of its major attractions. Start your tour in Auckland, one of...

4 days
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$1,323
Coast to Coast Private Eco Tour

Journey from Auckland City to the dramatic West Coast, where rugged landscapes and spectacular coastal scenery await. Visit Muriwai Beach, famous for its striking black …More

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Journey from Auckland City to the dramatic West Coast, where rugged landscapes and spectacular coastal scenery await. Visit Muriwai Beach, famous for its striking black...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$394
Private Journey to Middle-earth: Hobbiton Movie Set - Ex Auckland

Begin your journey with private transport from Auckland, heading through the lush Waikato region. Enjoy the scenic countryside and feel as though you’ve entered the …More

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Begin your journey with private transport from Auckland, heading through the lush Waikato region. Enjoy the scenic countryside and feel as though you’ve entered the...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$453
The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins

Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and …More

Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Te Puia Geothermal Wonderland Day Trip Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible day trip to Te Puia Rotorua. …More

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Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible day trip to Te Puia Rotorua....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds …More

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Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Auckland City Private Tour for Couples. Be chauffeur driven with added extras.

Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will …More

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Enjoy each other’s company as you explore all the attractions that Auckland City has to offer or customise the tour to include what you will...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$684
Waiheke Island Wine Escape Tour

You will be met by your guide at Pier 2 where the ferries for Waiheke Island depart from downtown. The trip to the island through …More

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You will be met by your guide at Pier 2 where the ferries for Waiheke Island depart from downtown. The trip to the island through...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$423
Sheep Shearing and Auckland City Highlights Tour with Lunch

Honey Tasting and Education: Visit the Honey Centre to learn about beekeeping and sample a variety of local honeys, offering a sweet and educational addition …More

Honey Tasting and Education: Visit the Honey Centre to learn about beekeeping and sample a variety of local honeys, offering a sweet and educational addition...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$150
Hobbiton Movie Set tour & Glowworm Cave day tour

You will be heading to Hobbiton Village as the first spot for 3 hours. You will be joined in a guided group tour of the …More

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You will be heading to Hobbiton Village as the first spot for 3 hours. You will be joined in a guided group tour of the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$259
Luxury Small group tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set

Luxury transportation with complimentary onboard amenities with professional and experienced guides …More

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Luxury transportation with complimentary onboard amenities with professional and experienced guides...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$460
Small Group Hobbiton Movie Set from Tauranga

This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private …More

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This tour is start from Tauranga Port for the cruise passengers. It's a shore excursion tour to the Hobbiton Movie Set. It's the half private...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$374
Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Valley, & Hot River

Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Waiotapu …More

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Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm (we will confirm with you prior). Sculptured out of volcanic activity and thousands of years in the making, Waiotapu...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$152
Private - Waiheke Freedom Tours: Man O' War & the Wild East

Most visitors see Waiheke's busy middle. On this private six-hour tour you'll see the whole island: the coast road east, lunch at Man O' War …More

Most visitors see Waiheke's busy middle. On this private six-hour tour you'll see the whole island: the coast road east, lunch at Man O' War...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (17)
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$391
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
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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$282
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