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

Join Pete for a fully guided day out, travelling through beautiful Canterbury countryside to the magnificent Rakaia Gorge. Here, prepare for an exhilarating 45-minute Discovery...
$229

Explore the heart of New Zealand’s alpine paradise with our Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch—a full-day escape into stunning mountain and lake landscapes....
$229

Carefully timed stops at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Pukaki, and NZ Alpine Lavender Farm offer world-class photo opportunities. Travel during lavender bloom...
$229

Join our top-rated Mount Cook Group Day Tour from Christchurch and experience one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking alpine journeys. This full-day tour is perfect...
$229

Experience Martinborough through a curated, wine‑first lens with a WSET Level 3 qualified guide. As part of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, this tour...
$230

Kaikōura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est. 1998 Celebrating 27 years on the water! New Zealand’s only sea kayak operator with a marine mammal permit to...
$230

Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life in Peter Jackson's iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy. This exclusive tour offers film enthusiasts...
$230

Kaikoura is famous for whales and dolphins and arguably one of the world's most exciting arenas for ocean going birds. This full day tour accompanies...
$230

Aaron's Kosher tour Is an Historical inspired tour for you to see the best of Wellington. On tour you will experience Colonial and Māori heritage...
$230

Auckland Unleashed: Embark on an enchanting journey through the allure of Auckland. Explore iconic landmarks, uncover hidden gems, and immerse in vibrant neighborhoods. Nature escapes...
$230

Ideal trip to visit Nature & Natural Places in NZ like forest, water fall and natural spring. *Blue spring: A dedicated walking track, allows visitors...
$230

Join us for an unforgettable adventure to Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach, two of New Zealand’s most stunning natural attractions. With a local guide...
$230

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...
$231

From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 25-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef...
$233

Indulge in a bird's eye view of Queenstown and her surrounding mountains. Alpine landing our pilot will choose the best location on the day. Experience...
$233

This short scenic flight option is ideal if you're looking for the opportunity to experience the thrill of a helicopter flight with incredible alpine views....
$233

The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over...
$233

Take to the skies above the Fox Glacier Township before heading towards the Fox Glacier and exploring the dynamic icefalls on this 25-minute helicopter flight....
$233

The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over...
$233

Embark on an exhilarating adventure as you explore the majestic peaks and awe-inspiring valleys surrounding Aoraki / Mount Cook. Fly over the lower Tasman Glacier...
$233

Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1 hour...
$234

