Top Day Trips from North Island (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
The Boulders Scenic Half Day Float on the Rangitikei River

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down …More

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$111
Auckland Highlights Full Day Guided Tour

Your Auckland Adventure Awaits! Craft your perfect day exploring Auckland's iconic landmarks with our customizable private tour. Our experienced guide will not only show you …More

Your Auckland Adventure Awaits! Craft your perfect day exploring Auckland's iconic landmarks with our customizable private tour. Our experienced guide will not only show you...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (6)
from
$199
Private Tour From Auckland To Rotorua incl. Te Puia Valley & Haka

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and …More

On this private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
from
$679
Cathedral Cove with the Lost Spring Hidden Spa

Experience the magic of the Coromandel Peninsula with our exclusive Cathedral Cove and Lost Spring tour. Walk to the world-famous Cathedral Cove, capturing breathtaking photos …More

Experience the magic of the Coromandel Peninsula with our exclusive Cathedral Cove and Lost Spring tour. Walk to the world-famous Cathedral Cove, capturing breathtaking photos...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$354
PRIVATE Full Day Lord of the Rings and Weta plus keepsake

One tour to rule them all...... You'll get to check out the filming locations of the 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 the magical Lord of the Rings trilogy & you also...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$224
Auckland Private Custom Journeys in Luxury

Explore Auckland's stunning Kaipara ki Mahurangi region through a personalized luxury tour crafted just for you. From wild black sand beaches to celebrated wineries, every …More

Explore Auckland's stunning Kaipara ki Mahurangi region through a personalized luxury tour crafted just for you. From wild black sand beaches to celebrated wineries, every...

6 to 16 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$575
Stunning Auckland East Coast Walk & Wine Private Tour

German/English speaking Leave the crowds behind and experience New Zealand's ever changing scenery This tour will take you along the Matakana Wine trail to the …More

German/English speaking Leave the crowds behind and experience New Zealand's ever changing scenery This tour will take you along the Matakana Wine trail to the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$220
[Stevong Travel] West Coromandel Day Tour

This is the private tour service to Coromandel Peninsula for a day. Coromandel peninsular is the most popular place for Aucklanders for their holiday season. …More

This is the private tour service to Coromandel Peninsula for a day. Coromandel peninsular is the most popular place for Aucklanders for their holiday season....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (3)
from
$343
Bay of Island Day Tour with Hole in the rock cruise from Auckland

It's a remarkable journey of discovery that takes you from Auckland to one of the most spectacular parts of New Zealand, the Bay of Islands. …More

It's a remarkable journey of discovery that takes you from Auckland to one of the most spectacular parts of New Zealand, the Bay of Islands....

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$305
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland

Leave Auckland behind for the day and travel to Matamata! Matamata is a town known for its thoroughbred industry, dairy farming heritage, and historic Firth …More

Leave Auckland behind for the day and travel to Matamata! Matamata is a town known for its thoroughbred industry, dairy farming heritage, and historic Firth...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
3.6 (10)
from
$103
Private Tour: Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland

Head towards one of New Zealand’s favorite travel destinations – Bay Of Islands! Bay Of Islands is situated towards the Northern tip of the North …More

Head towards one of New Zealand’s favorite travel destinations – Bay Of Islands! Bay Of Islands is situated towards the Northern tip of the North...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (5)
from
$110
Magical Wanderer Experience Private Tour to Te Puia & Wai-O-Tapu

This one-day tour is designed for private travellers on a luxury vehicle with return transfers from Auckland to explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in …More

This one-day tour is designed for private travellers on a luxury vehicle with return transfers from Auckland to explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$736
Hobbiton Movie Set & Blue Springs: Private Tour from Auckland

Advance booking is essential! Due to high demand, Hobbiton tickets sell out quickly, particularly in summer. Convenience: You won't have to worry about driving or …More

Advance booking is essential! Due to high demand, Hobbiton tickets sell out quickly, particularly in summer. Convenience: You won't have to worry about driving or...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$369
Phantomsailing Private Charters

A unique experience that give you a very personal view of the Bay of Islands and the sailing lifestyle. Sail on a yacht that is …More

A unique experience that give you a very personal view of the Bay of Islands and the sailing lifestyle. Sail on a yacht that is...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$1,108
West Coast Discovery - Piha Beach or Muriwai Beach from Auckland

Explore the Waitakere Ranges rainforest and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach or World famous in New Zealand: Gannet Colony, Muriwai Beach, during an …More

Explore the Waitakere Ranges rainforest and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach or World famous in New Zealand: Gannet Colony, Muriwai Beach, during an...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.5 (4)
from
$113
Cathedral Cove & Hot water beach -Full Day Tour: PRIVATE TOUR

Scenic Drive: Enjoy a comfortable ride through the lush countryside of New Zealand’s North Island Cathedral Cove: Explore the famous marine reserve with its picturesque …More

Scenic Drive: Enjoy a comfortable ride through the lush countryside of New Zealand’s North Island Cathedral Cove: Explore the famous marine reserve with its picturesque...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$199
Waitomo Cave and Hobbiton Village Full Day Tour

This tour will be great oppotunity for your family and friends. Hope you enjoy with this fantastic tour with us. With our experience of living …More

This tour will be great oppotunity for your family and friends. Hope you enjoy with this fantastic tour with us. With our experience of living...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$340
Private Tour: Rotorua and Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland

Enjoy a day trip from Auckland to Rotorua with the opportunity to explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your chauffeur will pick you up from your …More

Enjoy a day trip from Auckland to Rotorua with the opportunity to explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your chauffeur will pick you up from your...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$140
Wai O Tapu, Huka Falls Jet Ride & Lake Taupo Maori Rock Cruise

Triple Deal: Combine adventure and relaxation into one full-day experience on this small-group tour from Auckland to Rotorua and Taupo. Experience the geothermal wonders of …More

Triple Deal: Combine adventure and relaxation into one full-day experience on this small-group tour from Auckland to Rotorua and Taupo. Experience the geothermal wonders of...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$525
Hamilton Gardens & Hobbiton Exclusive Luxury Day Tour From Auckland

In this exclusive tour you will visit the world renowned Hamilton Gardens and Hobbiton the set of the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings movies …More

In this exclusive tour you will visit the world renowned Hamilton Gardens and Hobbiton the set of the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings movies...

8 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$400
Auckland Hidden gem Tour

Discover Auckland's coastal hidden gems on our North Shore tour! Explore scenic Shakespear Regional Park, relax on vast Long Bay beach, enjoy a brief stop …More

Discover Auckland's coastal hidden gems on our North Shore tour! Explore scenic Shakespear Regional Park, relax on vast Long Bay beach, enjoy a brief stop...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$121
Recent tour reviews
Activity name

North Island Tours
Attractions
Guides
Calendar