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

North Island, New Zealand
Waiheke Island Private Freedom Te Ara Hura Walk

Here’s the ultimate Waiheke experience, taking in the bustling villages of the western end, bush, beaches, birds and the remote eastern end of the island. …More

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Here’s the ultimate Waiheke experience, taking in the bustling villages of the western end, bush, beaches, birds and the remote eastern end of the island....

4 days 8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,690
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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$127
Auckland West Vineyard Tour with lunch and tastings incl

Discover Auckland's scenic highlights as you journey across the iconic Harbour Bridge on a relaxed and private wine adventure through West Auckland. Begin with a …More

Discover Auckland's scenic highlights as you journey across the iconic Harbour Bridge on a relaxed and private wine adventure through West Auckland. Begin with a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$480
New Zealand Tauranga Tour with Transportation and Snacks

Exclusive tour taking you to a private Kiwifruit and Avocado orchard. We provide you with a VIP experience, including modern European vehicles with snacks and …More

Exclusive tour taking you to a private Kiwifruit and Avocado orchard. We provide you with a VIP experience, including modern European vehicles with snacks and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$71
An Hour long Taste of the Segway Sensation and Sightseeing fun

If you're curious about what it's like to ride a Segway then this ride is for you.  It's designed to teach you how to ride …More

If you're curious about what it's like to ride a Segway then this ride is for you.  It's designed to teach you how to ride...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$51
Lake Taupo Small Group Parasailing Tour With 12 Minute Flight

Experience the best views of Lake Taupō and Taupō township from 1,000 feet above the water. Enjoy an unforgettable parasailing adventure with breathtaking 360° panoramic …More

Experience the best views of Lake Taupō and Taupō township from 1,000 feet above the water. Enjoy an unforgettable parasailing adventure with breathtaking 360° panoramic...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$67
Craggy Range + Premium Wineries, Napier Sights tour

Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine …More

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Discover Napier's famous Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake with the help of a guided photo presentation. Then enjoy premium wine...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$136
Private Tour From Auckland to Rotorua & Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Small group

This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit. During this tour combination, you will …More

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This private luxury tour is designed for couples and allows unlimited stops and to customise the tour to suit. During this tour combination, you will...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,534
The best of Auckland city walking tour

Auckland is New Zealand's largest city. Auckland is lucky to be home to wonderful waters with unbeatable landscapes and unique wildlife. Did you know that …More

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Auckland is New Zealand's largest city. Auckland is lucky to be home to wonderful waters with unbeatable landscapes and unique wildlife. Did you know that...

2 hours
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$449
Confinement Taupō: 60-Minute Escape Room - Enchanted Candy Forest

We are located in central Taupo. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and …More

We are located in central Taupo. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$22
Private Tour to Rotorua’s Natural wonders and Māori Arts & craft.

Discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands…in this action packed tour. Featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush explored by Te …More

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Discover one of New Zealand’s most magnificent geothermal wonderlands…in this action packed tour. Featuring dramatic geysers, bubbling mud, and beautiful native bush explored by Te...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$398
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

Learn how we make the finest New Zealand Manuka Honey. Join us on this exciting experience. The journey follows the full process from hive to …More

Learn how we make the finest New Zealand Manuka Honey. Join us on this exciting experience. The journey follows the full process from hive to...

1 hour 15 minutes
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$39
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Small Tour from Auckland

Premium Small-Group Tour – Just 6 Guests on Average! With an average of 6 guests and a maximum of 8, enjoy a relaxed and personal …More

Premium Small-Group Tour – Just 6 Guests on Average! With an average of 6 guests and a maximum of 8, enjoy a relaxed and personal...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$298
Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour & Blue Spring Day tour

This tour is only to visit the hobbiton movie set. Hobbitton movie set is the world famous location to visit even you have watched the …More

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This tour is only to visit the hobbiton movie set. Hobbitton movie set is the world famous location to visit even you have watched the...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$311
Auckland Glowworm Tours

Looking for a unique Auckland adventure? This tour blends nature, education, and convenience, all in the heart of the city. Convenient & Accessible: Skip long …More

Looking for a unique Auckland adventure? This tour blends nature, education, and convenience, all in the heart of the city. Convenient & Accessible: Skip long...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$34
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

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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
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Witness the magical beauty of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an unforgettable journey from Auckland. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from one of four main …More

Witness the magical beauty of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an unforgettable journey from Auckland. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from one of four main...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$158
Wētā Workshop Creative Workshop: Intro to Scars and Scrapes

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 …More

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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...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$33
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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$256
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
5.0 (2)
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$369
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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$151
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