Top things to do in North Island in Summer (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
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
Private tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at …More

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$702
Rotorua Highlights Tour

Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm. If your cruise ship arrives after 10.00am, we will depart approximately 60 minutes after the ship has docked. (we …More

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Standard tour times 10:00am - 4:00pm. If your cruise ship arrives after 10.00am, we will depart approximately 60 minutes after the ship has docked. (we...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$114
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
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$369
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
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$391
Confinement Taupō : 60-Minute Escape Room - The Cursed Cabin

Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes …More

Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$22
Te Puia Geothermal, Kiwi and Māori Art

A day of excitement, culture and connection awaits… Approx a 1-1.5hr drive, during this time enjoy an array of our (all inclusive) snacks & water …More

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A day of excitement, culture and connection awaits… Approx a 1-1.5hr drive, during this time enjoy an array of our (all inclusive) snacks & water...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$162
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach Small Group Tour from Auckland

Your day will begin with a pick up from your central Auckland hotel, then relax in the air-conditioned minivan for the scenic 2 hour drive …More

Your day will begin with a pick up from your central Auckland hotel, then relax in the air-conditioned minivan for the scenic 2 hour drive...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$164
Auckland : Rotorua Maori Village w Redwoods, Haka and Hangi Lunch

Begin your tour with a scenic ride from Auckland to Rotorua, where you'll visit the incredible Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village. Be welcomed by …More

Begin your tour with a scenic ride from Auckland to Rotorua, where you'll visit the incredible Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village. Be welcomed by...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$212
Private Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Caves in a Day from Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato, …More

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's cinematic and natural treasures. Begin with a private pickup from Auckland and a scenic drive through Waikato,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$538
Te Puia Rotorua Experience with Optional Activities – Ex Auckland

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and rich Māori culture on a tour designed for unforgettable experiences. Te Puia is a must-see, featuring the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser, …More

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and rich Māori culture on a tour designed for unforgettable experiences. Te Puia is a must-see, featuring the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser,...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$184
Wine Tasting Tour in Napier Region

Explore a variety of Hawke's Bay Wineries with experienced guides willing to impart their local knowledge, making an enjoyable day out. …More

Explore a variety of Hawke's Bay Wineries with experienced guides willing to impart their local knowledge, making an enjoyable day out....

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$108
Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves Guided Tour in Bay of Islands

Explore the enchanting Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves on a guided tour led by knowledgeable Māori guides. Experience the mesmerizing sight of thousands of glowworms illuminating …More

Explore the enchanting Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves on a guided tour led by knowledgeable Māori guides. Experience the mesmerizing sight of thousands of glowworms illuminating...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$88
Ports of Tauranga Geothermal & Deluxe Spa (restricted 16+)

Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores …More

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Join us for our over 16 years of age tour Private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a living Māori geothermal village situated on the shores...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$423
Port of Tauranga, Te Puia/Redwoods TreeWalk Glowworms/Hells Gate

Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our …More

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Join our local driver guides for a fun filled good old Kiwi Day out! Start the day as strangers and end as friends is our...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$383
Auckland : Rotorua Tepuia Tour w Redwoods, Haka & Hangi Buffet

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools …More

Explore the geothermal wonders of Rotorua on this guided tour from Auckland. Visit Te Puia to witness the impressive Pōhutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$218
Auckland Half Day E-Bike Excursion

More than a bike-tour, this is a true riding experience. See the many green spaces and coastlines of central-west Auckland as we ride through a …More

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More than a bike-tour, this is a true riding experience. See the many green spaces and coastlines of central-west Auckland as we ride through a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$99
Private Wellington Craft Beer Full Day Tour

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington. …More

Spend a relaxing day in the company of craft beer masters on this full-day private craft beer tour from your cruise ships arrival in Wellington....

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$204
Wellington Shore Excursion: From Cave to Coast Highlights Private Tour

Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, we capture the very best of Wellington — from the panoramic views atop Mount Victoria to the …More

Comprehensive yet personal: In just half a day, we capture the very best of Wellington — from the panoramic views atop Mount Victoria to the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$154
Private Tour - Horse Riding, Wine Tasting and Art Trail

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a …More

Combine scenic horse riding, outdoor art, fine wine, and local cuisine on a memorable journey through the beautiful countryside north of Auckland. Begin with a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$424
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