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

Wine Tour and Tastings in Hawkes Bay
Sit back and relax on your wine tour in a fully restored 1970 Retro Kombi Van with your fun and informed guide Craig! Craig loves...
$158

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began...
$158

Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim
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

Situated in the heart of the South Island, Christchurch, or Ōtautahi, is a stellar example of what happens when urban innovation collides with nature, heritage,...
$158

Voted the World’s Best Wine Tour Begin your day with a warm welcome from your wine-certified guide at (or near) your Queenstown accommodation before setting...
$160

There is something for everyone on this small-group tour to the geothermal heartland of New Zealand - Rotorua. Relax with a foot soak in the...
$160

Discover the best of the South Island scenery on this half-day Walter Peak horse trek from Queenstown. Take a traditional steam-driven boat from Queenstown to...
$160

The Ultimate is a step up from our Original Tour, offering a 3 hour adventure packed with thrills, ziplines, forest walks, and stunning views. Perfect...
$161

Discover the Best of Central Otago on our Wine & Food Tour! Embark on a 5-hour Queenstown wine tour through the picturesque wine region, where...
$160

Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
Witness the magical beauty of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on an unforgettable journey from Auckland. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from one of four main...
$161

Treat yourself to the only scheduled Full Day sailing tour in New Zealand's coastal paradise - the Abel Tasman National Park. Either chill out and...
$160

Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand Gold Qualmark Operator ***** 2020-2025 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide! As seen on...
$161

Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (cuisine) within our forest Pā (village) blanketed by towering Tawa trees, its blazing bonfires, and forest-formed...
$162

Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trips in the world! It was recently voted...
$162

Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper...
$162

Discover the best of Auckland and its wild west coast on a relaxed, private half-day tour. Travel at your own pace with no rushing, enjoying...
$161

Customized Private Tour. Explore the highlight of Auckland and its surroundings with your own private guide for a personalized look at this beautiful part of...
$161

This 5 hour, Maori-led private walking tour of Waiheke Island introduces you to the area’s natural and cultural history. Start off from the ferry terminal...
$162

Day of Wine
Jade Tours is a local company specialising in small groups - we pride ourselves on providing a personal touch. Company owner Bruce Thomas established an...
$162

Yes! You can see sheep in Auckland. We will take you to experience a sheep farm show, sheep shearing and dog display, all during a...
$163

Rated one of the world’s best classic hikes, the Routeburn Track combines personal achievement with awe-inspiring scenery. With this half-day tour, enjoy a more relaxed...
$162

