Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in New Zealand (Updated 2026)

Private Waitomo Glowworm Cave Tours
Our knowledgeable guide will escort you through beautiful untouched caves here in the Waitomo district. This option is our Private Tour which consists of just your party...
$693

Our morning trip departs Flaxmill Bay at 9:15am returning at 12:45pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 9am Sail around the beautiful coastline on our large sailing...
$95

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium Tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...
$300

- Rated ★★★★★ by 1000+ thrill-seekers - Small groups sizes of up to 5 persons maximum - No experience required - Enjoy an array of...
$286

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on a full day small group guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western...
$98

Mt Cook Bus Tour & Ultimate Alpine Experience, this small group, fully guided bus tour to Mt Cook combines all of the key highlights of...
$505

Experience Kaikōura’s longest and most immersive helicopter whale watching tour. This one-hour adventure begins with an unforgettable aerial journey over the Kaikōura Whale Sanctuary and...
$780

Expert-Guided Wine Journey: Explore Martinborough's hidden gem vineyards through the discerning palate of our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals secret landscapes....
$260

Full-Day Wine Tour from Picton
Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day...
$159

Experience two of New Zealand's finest National Parks, divided by the imposing Southern Alps. Discover the gigantic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glacier...
$412

Enjoy a city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and the rebuild...
$141

Our Full Day Bike the Wineries Ride is one of Queenstown’s most popular experiences, combining historic Arrowtown, scenic river trails, and the renowned Gibbston wine...
$66

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic alpine journeys combining scenic rail travel with a guided exploration of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Travel from Christchurch...
$284

Fly up the spine of the South Island, enjoying panoramic views of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea on one side and Lake Pukaki, arguably New...
$551

55-Minute Grand Circle Helicopter
Soar through the sky on this 55-minute scenic Helicopter experience through the Mt Cook and Westland National Parks flying over the Fox, Franz Josef and...
$462

Explore the stunning diversity of Queenstown. From the majestic canyons of the Shotover River to the ski slopes of Coronet Peak, the delightful rural retreats,...
$294

Get connected with more of the fabulous Wellington that locals love. Kia ora, we are Jo & Suzee. We are passionate about creating fun private...
$301

Discover the best sights of Auckland City from Queen Street through to the central business district. Visit Auckland's largest inner city park, Auckland Domanin, home...
$63

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this half-day or full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. From the centrally located Waterfront to the...
$49

Discover one of Queenstown’s ultimate biking adventures on this self-guided ride from historic Arrowtown to central Queenstown. Shuttle to Arrowtown, get fitted with a top-quality...
$60

Discover Marlborough through a relaxed and informative wine experience focused on quality, hospitality, and genuine local knowledge. Our tours showcase a carefully selected mix of...
$129

