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

New Zealand, Oceania
Private Tour Tauranga Magical Hobbiton Movie Set

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way …More

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
from
$736
Auckland to Paihia Luxury Transfers - Private Service

* Most reliable and friendly chauffeur for your transfers. * Luxury private transportation * Experienced drivers with local and beyond-Auckland tours. * Professional Driver * …More

* Most reliable and friendly chauffeur for your transfers. * Luxury private transportation * Experienced drivers with local and beyond-Auckland tours. * Professional Driver *...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,174
Private Tour Rotorua Waiotapu Redwood Forest and Polynesian Spa

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you. Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way …More

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you. Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$1,028
2 Days Tours from Auckland to Rotorua

The two-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua includes visits to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the Hobbiton Movie Set, and Te Puia Geothermal Activity. Guests may …More

The two-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua includes visits to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the Hobbiton Movie Set, and Te Puia Geothermal Activity. Guests may...

2 days Hotel pickup offered
from
$1,821
Private VIP Hawkes Bay Geothermal Hot Pools Hike

Set off on an invigorating two-day journey from Napier to Mangatainoka Springs, where you'll be enchanted by the breathtaking landscapes of Hawke's Bay. Traverse the …More

Set off on an invigorating two-day journey from Napier to Mangatainoka Springs, where you'll be enchanted by the breathtaking landscapes of Hawke's Bay. Traverse the...

2 days Free Cancellation
from
$401
Mt Cook Scenic & Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave …More

As a country recognised for its hiking opportunities and stunning scenery, take your pick of an untouched landscape to explore. If you would rather leave...

4 hours Free Cancellation
from
$3,392
World in a day

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to …More

Take off from Christchurch & fly over the Canterbury Plains towards the spectacular Rangitata Gorge, side by side with the Southern Alps. Sidle up to...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
from
$2,865
Rakaia Glaciers

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn …More

Get to know the real untouched New Zealand as you take off over the Canterbury Plains towards the well-known braided Waimakariri River. Notice the Craigieburn...

3 hours Free Cancellation
from
$2,073
3 Day Kaikoura Sealife and Coastal Tour from Christchurch

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to …More

Available 01 October to 30 April. Seals, dolphins and whales - what more could you want in a three-day break! Head north from Christchurch to...

3 days
from
$1,036
5 Day Circuit: Glaciers, Christchurch & Mt Cook: from Queenstown

A seamless South Island loop linking Queenstown, West Coast rainforests, the Canterbury Plains, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Travel via small-group coach and the iconic TranzAlpine …More

A seamless South Island loop linking Queenstown, West Coast rainforests, the Canterbury Plains, and Aoraki Mount Cook. Travel via small-group coach and the iconic TranzAlpine...

5 days
from
$1,603
4 Day/3 Night Queenstown Ski Package at Remarkables Ski Field

Welcome to Queenstown for your winter ski or snowboarding holiday. It’s not just the skiing that makes Queenstown a fantastic winter destination; there’s also the …More

Welcome to Queenstown for your winter ski or snowboarding holiday. It’s not just the skiing that makes Queenstown a fantastic winter destination; there’s also the...

4 days
from
$1,074
Private Tour Waitomo Caves from Auckland

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way …More

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand as you make your way...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
from
$1,028
5 Day Queenstown Ski Tour - Remarkables Ski Field & Coronet Peak

• Package length 5 days / 4 nights • Accommodation style included is Hotel 3 star for 4 nights • You will need flights arriving …More

• Package length 5 days / 4 nights • Accommodation style included is Hotel 3 star for 4 nights • You will need flights arriving...

5 days
from
$1,384
Private Intercity Transfer from Rotorua to Wellington

Privacy and comfort are paramount in a private transfer, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey without the distractions or noise often present in …More

Privacy and comfort are paramount in a private transfer, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey without the distractions or noise often present in...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,002
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Auckland from Bay Of Islands Port

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand …More

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$441
Customized South Island Tour

An intensive itinerary . Highlights of a diverse landscape and scenery with multi stops and photo opportunities . This itinerary can be done in the …More

An intensive itinerary . Highlights of a diverse landscape and scenery with multi stops and photo opportunities . This itinerary can be done in the...

8 days
from
$8,760
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

We offer you the best and most affordable private, customized holiday tours in south island for family or small group up to five people. You …More

We offer you the best and most affordable private, customized holiday tours in south island for family or small group up to five people. You...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,374
Heli flight from Milford Sound to Te Anau via Doubtful Sound

Combine the magic of Fiordland's most popular Fiords into one flight. Departing from Milford Sound head in the direction of the world famous Milford Track …More

Combine the magic of Fiordland's most popular Fiords into one flight. Departing from Milford Sound head in the direction of the world famous Milford Track...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
from
$1,144
From Auckland: Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Guided Tours

This is a full-day adventure tour on our private luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's two most famous attractions in one day. Select …More

This is a full-day adventure tour on our private luxury vehicle from Auckland to see New Zealand's two most famous attractions in one day. Select...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$448
Auckland to Rotorua Te Rā, Dinner + Haka Deal & Hamilton Gardens

Book with us a private luxury trip from Auckland to Rotorua, including the Te Puia Night experience, New Zealand's most award-winning cultural attraction. Fully guided …More

Book with us a private luxury trip from Auckland to Rotorua, including the Te Puia Night experience, New Zealand's most award-winning cultural attraction. Fully guided...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$527
Auckland to Blue Springs, Rotorua Whakarewarewa, Redwood Forest

We will pick you up from your Hotel in the Auckland CBD at 7 am and start the tour. First stop is Bluespring. After the …More

We will pick you up from your Hotel in the Auckland CBD at 7 am and start the tour. First stop is Bluespring. After the...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered
from
$401
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