Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
6.5 hour Rotorua Geothermal Living Maori Village Whakarewarewa

Visit the authentic Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village in the geothermal region of Rotorua on our full-day excursion which includes a guided tour, cultural concert and …More

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Visit the authentic Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village in the geothermal region of Rotorua on our full-day excursion which includes a guided tour, cultural concert and...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$162
Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience - Small Group Tour From Auckland

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day …More

Get the most out of your visit with a package to explore more than just one unforgettable cave at Waitomo in this small group day...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$280
Sheep World Country Tour from Auckland

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a …More

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$160
Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and …More

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$51
TRIPLE DEAL Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest & Blue Springs Ex Auckland

Triple Deal tour is unique as it blends New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, natural beauty, and quirky landmarks in one unforgettable day. Witness the eruption of …More

Triple Deal tour is unique as it blends New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, natural beauty, and quirky landmarks in one unforgettable day. Witness the eruption of...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour Early Access (Avoid the crowds)

Experience this full-day tour from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set, where the popular trilogies were brought to life. …More

Experience this full-day tour from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton and Lord of the Rings Movie Set, where the popular trilogies were brought to life....

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$187
Hobbiton & Rotorua including Te Puia Day Tour from Auckland

If you’ve come to New Zealand for experiences you can’t have anywhere else, make this your day. Wander through the real-life setting of Hobbiton Movie …More

If you’ve come to New Zealand for experiences you can’t have anywhere else, make this your day. Wander through the real-life setting of Hobbiton Movie...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$209
Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours

Popular Tour now released as a Shore Excursion.The most comprehensive Full Day 8 hour Auckland Tour available. See the top attractions of Auckland on this …More

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Popular Tour now released as a Shore Excursion.The most comprehensive Full Day 8 hour Auckland Tour available. See the top attractions of Auckland on this...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$122
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer

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

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

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Martinborough Winery Private Tour

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best …More

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch

Experience the very best of Auckland and vicinity with a morning city tour combined with an afternoon wine tasting in the stunning nearby Kumeu wine …More

Experience the very best of Auckland and vicinity with a morning city tour combined with an afternoon wine tasting in the stunning nearby Kumeu wine...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$239
Hobbiton Movie Set Small-Group Full-Day Tour from Auckland

Guided day tour of the magical 12-acre Hobbiton Movie Set & Alexander Sheep Farm, famous from the Lord of the Rings movies. Highlights: • Hobbiton …More

Guided day tour of the magical 12-acre Hobbiton Movie Set & Alexander Sheep Farm, famous from the Lord of the Rings movies. Highlights: • Hobbiton...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$169
Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway from Auckland

Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass …More

Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$161
Waiheke Island: Wine, Whisky Distillery Tour & Gourmet Lunch

Join Taste & Graze, a premium small-group Waiheke tour limited to just 10 guests. Enjoy a hosted wine tasting at iconic Mudbrick Vineyard, followed by …More

Join Taste & Graze, a premium small-group Waiheke tour limited to just 10 guests. Enjoy a hosted wine tasting at iconic Mudbrick Vineyard, followed by...

5 hours 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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$204
Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington

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 …More

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...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$298
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

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 …More

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...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$259
Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

This tour is perfect for people wanting a full day sightseeing our diverse landscape incl. Mt Maunganui. Marvel at beautiful beaches and multimillion dollar homes, …More

This tour is perfect for people wanting a full day sightseeing our diverse landscape incl. Mt Maunganui. Marvel at beautiful beaches and multimillion dollar homes,...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$168
Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour From Auckland

Join us on a small group day tour from Auckland to explore the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the informative commentary as you cross the iconic …More

Join us on a small group day tour from Auckland to explore the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the informative commentary as you cross the iconic...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$224
E-Bike through Hawke’s Bay Wine Country: Your Pace, Your Wineries

Most Hawke's Bay bike tours start in town and ride out to the wineries. Ours starts among them. Our shop sits in a vineyard between …More

Most Hawke's Bay bike tours start in town and ride out to the wineries. Ours starts among them. Our shop sits in a vineyard between...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Rotorua Cultural & Geothermal Small Group Tour From Auckland

Embark on an unforgettable small-group day tour from Auckland to explore the cultural and geothermal marvels of Rotorua. Dive into the heart of Māori traditions …More

Embark on an unforgettable small-group day tour from Auckland to explore the cultural and geothermal marvels of Rotorua. Dive into the heart of Māori traditions...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$280
Waiheke Island Double Headland Walking Tour with Lunch, Auckland

A small-group guided walking tour of two Waiheke Island headlands, Matiatia and Church Bay, run by Terra & Tide, a Qualmark Gold operator. A picnic …More

A small-group guided walking tour of two Waiheke Island headlands, Matiatia and Church Bay, run by Terra & Tide, a Qualmark Gold operator. A picnic...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$252
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