Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge …More

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge...

5 hours 30 minutes
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$116
Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer …More

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer...

1 to 8 hours
5.0 (28)
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$2,556
Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves Arrive in Comfort and Style

Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Tour. "We can pick you up from the port or from the cruise, wherever you prefer within the Auckland …More

Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Caves Tour. "We can pick you up from the port or from the cruise, wherever you prefer within the Auckland...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (33)
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$113
Auckland Essentials FULL day Tour from Vocalno to Museum

Get ready for an exciting tour that takes you to Auckland's hottest and most stunning spots! Experience the breathtaking scenery of ancient volcanic craters, soak …More

Get ready for an exciting tour that takes you to Auckland's hottest and most stunning spots! Experience the breathtaking scenery of ancient volcanic craters, soak...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (26)
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$153
West Coast Discovery Tour

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy …More

Discover New Zealand’s iconic Piha Beach on our West Coast Discovery tour! Starting with a pick-up from the 4 hotels listed in Auckland CBD, enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (50)
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$125
Bay of Islands Private Tour

Escape Auckland and travel north through the scenic landscapes of Northland to the spectacular Bay of Islands. Upon arrival in Paihia, board a comfortable catamaran …More

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Escape Auckland and travel north through the scenic landscapes of Northland to the spectacular Bay of Islands. Upon arrival in Paihia, board a comfortable catamaran...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (19)
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$540
Cape Reinga - 90 Mile Beach Tour - With Lunch

Cape Reinga Full day trip – offers a comfortable small group tour – maximum 11 passengers, with knowledgeable, humorous tour leaders. We enter the beach …More

Cape Reinga Full day trip – offers a comfortable small group tour – maximum 11 passengers, with knowledgeable, humorous tour leaders. We enter the beach...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (34)
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$147
From Auckland to Rotorua Waiotapu and Activity Combinations

Start your Rotorua adventure at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, home to vibrant geothermal features like the Champagne Pool, bubbling mud pools, and steaming vents. After this …More

Start your Rotorua adventure at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, home to vibrant geothermal features like the Champagne Pool, bubbling mud pools, and steaming vents. After this...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$192
Full Day Ebike Tour in Karangahake Gorge (ex Auckland)

This tour includes everything you need to enjoy a fantastic experience in the spectacular Karangahake Gorge, between Paeroa and Waihi in New Zealand. You'll be …More

This tour includes everything you need to enjoy a fantastic experience in the spectacular Karangahake Gorge, between Paeroa and Waihi in New Zealand. You'll be...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$168
West Coast Discovery Piha Beach Private Tour

Venture into Auckland’s spectacular West Coast, where lush native rainforest, dramatic black-sand beaches, cascading waterfalls, and celebrated wine country create an unforgettable journey. Travel through …More

Venture into Auckland’s spectacular West Coast, where lush native rainforest, dramatic black-sand beaches, cascading waterfalls, and celebrated wine country create an unforgettable journey. Travel through...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (17)
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$322
Small group - Napier Premium Winery, Beer & Cider + 5.5h to 6h.

This tour caters for everyone. Beer drinkers, Cider drinkers and Wine drinkers.. (Tea and coffee drinkers). Wow, a tour that has something for everyone... All …More

This tour caters for everyone. Beer drinkers, Cider drinkers and Wine drinkers.. (Tea and coffee drinkers). Wow, a tour that has something for everyone... All...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (45)
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$111
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 …More

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...

370 to 390 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (34)
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$170
Private Auckland best Spots + Piha beach & Karekare Falls Tour

Experience Auckland’s most iconic sights in just one day with a private guide—just for your group, with no crowds or strangers! Explore the city’s must-see …More

Experience Auckland’s most iconic sights in just one day with a private guide—just for your group, with no crowds or strangers! Explore the city’s must-see...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (57)
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$222
Boutique tour, Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

During your day's visit to Tauranga, experience the Geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. On the way there, marvel at beautiful beaches and beautiful homes, before a …More

During your day's visit to Tauranga, experience the Geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. On the way there, marvel at beautiful beaches and beautiful homes, before a...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (49)
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$118
Coromandel Coastal Experience - Small Group Tour from Auckland

Join us on this fun filled small group scenic day trip from Auckland to visit the stunning Coromandel Peninsula. Get a chance to see our …More

Join us on this fun filled small group scenic day trip from Auckland to visit the stunning Coromandel Peninsula. Get a chance to see our...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (19)
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$224
Private Tour - Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland

This luxury, private tour offers a premium Rotorua experience with return transfers from Auckland in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Our expert guides will immerse you …More

This luxury, private tour offers a premium Rotorua experience with return transfers from Auckland in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle. Our expert guides will immerse you...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (21)
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$565
Lord of The Rings Full Day locations tour incl Weta & keepsake

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 …More

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...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (36)
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$169
Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a …More

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a...

7 hours
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$413
Tiritiri Matangi Island Discovery - from Auckland

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf on our premium cruise fleet as we make our way to island sanctuary Tiritiri Matangi. …More

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf on our premium cruise fleet as we make our way to island sanctuary Tiritiri Matangi....

5 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Small Group - Half-Day Hawke's Bay Winery Tour

Join Hawke's Bay scenic tour's small Wine tour group. Visit 4 Internationally recognised Wineries. tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door …More

Join Hawke's Bay scenic tour's small Wine tour group. Visit 4 Internationally recognised Wineries. tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (55)
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$102
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Private Tour

Maximise your time in New Zealand with a private journey combining the magical Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one unforgettable day. Enjoy …More

Maximise your time in New Zealand with a private journey combining the magical Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves in one unforgettable day. Enjoy...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$562
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