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

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breath-taking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year....
$60

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...
$299

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy...
$299

Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! Purely a private tour. You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for...
$259

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of our magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also...
$171

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on a self guided mountain bike ride. The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Rail Trail,...
$125

Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour
Martinborough Wine Experience A fully escorted tour which takes in three award winning wineries in Martinborough,a craft beer brewery and a sensational shop bursting with...
$172

Visit three of Wellington and the Hutt Valley’s best craft breweries with tastings at each location. Enjoy a range of locally made craft beers at...
$103

Our guests enjoy travelling in the comfort and luxury of electric Tesla SUVs , with zero emissions. We provide a private tour for you, offering...
$170

Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life in Peter Jackson's iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This exclusive tour offers film enthusiasts...
$229

New Zealand's longest running passenger service, the Northern Explorer is a long distance scenic train service running between Wellington and Auckland. Experience the extremes of...
$143

We squeeze loads of Lord of the Rings magic in to this one! Recreate some of the most iconic scenes from the trilogy as we...
$109

Sweet Axe is the first and top rated axe throwing venue in NZ. Our commitment to safety community and fun has our guests coming back...
$37

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer
Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on an eBike (electric bike). The flagship daytrip of the Remutaka Cycle Trail, this is...
$136

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight
Helicopter Flight Over Wellington – A Unique Aerial Experience Take to the skies and discover New Zealand’s capital from an unforgettable perspective with this thrilling...
$99

High-tech, magical puzzles, mysterious story lines, immersive themes and nonlinear game design. Discover the dark secrets of an ancient temple of a long lost civilization...
$26

Wellington Walking Food Odyssey
Discover Wellington on our 3.5-hour small-group walking food tour, designed for just 2 to 10 guests. Taste your way through Wellington, from coffee made from...
$142

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create a gruesome wound and use prosthetic effects to apply it to your arm? Learn...
$34

You've heard about Wellington's Craft beer reputation, now discover it for yourself. We take you to four of Wellington's finest breweries for tastings and the...
$136

The essential introduction to Wellington! Jump on a bike and our guide will show you around the Wellington Waterfront and introduce you to some fascinating...
$83

Bay of Many Coves Heli Lunch – A Luxury Escape to the Marlborough Sounds Allow 3 hours | Includes 3-course meal & glass of wine...
$621

