Top Day Trips from New Zealand (Updated November 2026)

New Zealand, Oceania
Private Auckland Maori Luxury Tour

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring …More

See the very best sights of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) and its fascinating Maori culture on a private tour with your own personal guide by exploring...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$444
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which …More

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$220
Fiordland Heli-hike from Te Anau

Departing from our Te Anau lakeside base, the journey begins by soaring over Lake Te Anau. Soak up views of the Hidden Lakes before flying …More

Departing from our Te Anau lakeside base, the journey begins by soaring over Lake Te Anau. Soak up views of the Hidden Lakes before flying...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$275
The Ultimate Canopy Zipline Experience Private Tour From Auckland

Embark on a private luxury tour from Auckland to soar through trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before on an unforgettable zip …More

Embark on a private luxury tour from Auckland to soar through trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest like never before on an unforgettable zip...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$846
Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach Scenic Day Tour from Auckland

Take a trip that's good for your soul. Discover special hideaways. Breathe in the beauty of the natural environment and revitalize your energy and well-being. …More

Take a trip that's good for your soul. Discover special hideaways. Breathe in the beauty of the natural environment and revitalize your energy and well-being....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$199
Te Puia Geothermal Wonderland Day Trip Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible day trip to Te Puia Rotorua. …More

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible day trip to Te Puia Rotorua....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Wellington: Guided Colonial Heritage Tour with Gourmet Lunch

From the grandeur of Parliament and the gothic beauty of Old St Paul’s to the creative magic of Weta Workshop and the art deco splendour …More

From the grandeur of Parliament and the gothic beauty of Old St Paul’s to the creative magic of Weta Workshop and the art deco splendour...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$255
Private Tour - Hobbiton Movie Set & Te Puia (Rotorua)

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to …More

Embark on an unforgettable journey combining movie magic, geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and native wildlife Visit the world-famous Hobbiton Movie Set and enjoy admission to...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$537
Devil's Bath Experience - Private Tour to Wai-O-Tapu & Lake Taupo

Enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of a majestic and active geothermal site on this private day tour from Auckland on a luxurious vehicle. …More

Enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of a majestic and active geothermal site on this private day tour from Auckland on a luxurious vehicle....

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$732
Te Puia & Hells Gate incl. Mud Spa Experience Private Tour

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming …More

Explore Rotorua’s volcanic landscapes and Māori heritage on a private day tour from Auckland, pairing Te Puia with Hell’s Gate. At Te Puia, discover steaming...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$733
Hawkes Bay - Scenic, luncheon, wine Tour

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and …More

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Private 8h Scenic Drive & Hike Christchurch Lunch Guide Transport

Godley Head is an exciting and beautiful headland at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted …More

Godley Head is an exciting and beautiful headland at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$145
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds …More

Travel comfortably with fully licensed New Zealand Transport Agency and Auckland Airport approved private passenger service business offering flexible scheduling around your Waitangi Treaty Grounds...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$454
Piha Waterfalls and Wines

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine …More

Want to keep your afternoon free, or have a flight to catch , this shorter morning edition of our full day Piha Waitakere Ranges Wine...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport

Godley Head is an exciting and beautiful place at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted …More

Godley Head is an exciting and beautiful place at the far end of the Port Hills. From Godley Head, you will be treated to uninterrupted...

3 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
Ale Trail: Wharehuanui Adventure with Queenstown Shuttles

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic …More

Our Ale Trail stands out by offering a unique, self-guided biking experience with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Ride along the scenic...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Waiheke Island Private Art Tour

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On the Waiheke Island Private Art Walk you’ll enjoy a personalised tour of galleries, sculpture parks and …More

Waiheke Island is an artsy and creative place. On the Waiheke Island Private Art Walk you’ll enjoy a personalised tour of galleries, sculpture parks and...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$450
Private Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury …More

Travel in comfort on a private journey to the Hobbiton Movie Set, with pick-up from your Auckland hotel, airport, or cruise port in a luxury...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,811
Methven Ōpuke Hot Pool & Scenic Canterbury Tour from Christchurch

Experience the award winning Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa, located in the heart of Mid-Canterbury. Start in Christchurch, where you’ll begin your bespoke tour filled …More

Experience the award winning Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa, located in the heart of Mid-Canterbury. Start in Christchurch, where you’ll begin your bespoke tour filled...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
Wine Exposed Nelson Winery Tour

Embark on Wine Exposed Nelson, a journey where every sip tells a story! Discover Nelson's vibrant wine culture across its three distinct sub-regions. Guided by …More

Embark on Wine Exposed Nelson, a journey where every sip tells a story! Discover Nelson's vibrant wine culture across its three distinct sub-regions. Guided by...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$244
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Queenstown with Lake Tekapo

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$332
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