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

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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$163
Rotorua Māori Village and Activity Combinations from Auckland

Start your Rotorua adventure with an unforgettable visit to a Māori village, where you'll be fully immersed in the vibrant culture and awe-inspiring geothermal wonders. …More

Start your Rotorua adventure with an unforgettable visit to a Māori village, where you'll be fully immersed in the vibrant culture and awe-inspiring geothermal wonders....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
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
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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$190
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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$123
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
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$114
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
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$546
Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Te Puia & Lunch from Auckland

Experience the very best of Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural treasures on this fully guided small group day tour from Auckland. Explore two of the …More

Experience the very best of Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural treasures on this fully guided small group day tour from Auckland. Explore two of the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$199
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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$126
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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$143
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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$240
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
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$171
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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$171
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
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$224
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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$163
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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$206
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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$261
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
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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$188
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
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$2,570
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
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$126
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