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

Australia, Oceania
Private Tour: Sydney Highlights In A Day

An introductory tour of Sydney, visiting some of the main sites of the city. This tour is exclusively for your group of 1-7 guests. Pass through the historic …More

An introductory tour of Sydney, visiting some of the main sites of the city. This tour is exclusively for your group of 1-7 guests. Pass through the historic...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$798
Perth Hills Explorer Private Day Tour

This Private Tour can be taken any time of year but is especially good fun in winter when bush walks are a warming activity and …More

This Private Tour can be taken any time of year but is especially good fun in winter when bush walks are a warming activity and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
Private Sydney Photoshoot with Professional Photographer

Discover Sydney on a private 1–2 hour walking tour with a professional photographer and local guide. Explore iconic landmarks including the Sydney Opera House, Royal …More

Discover Sydney on a private 1–2 hour walking tour with a professional photographer and local guide. Explore iconic landmarks including the Sydney Opera House, Royal...

1 to 2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$326
Migrants Tour of Melbourne - Sydney Road

Sydney Road, a narrow busy street at the north of Melbourne has hundreds of stories. Stories of the indigenous Wurrundjery people using the creek as …More

Sydney Road, a narrow busy street at the north of Melbourne has hundreds of stories. Stories of the indigenous Wurrundjery people using the creek as...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Uncover the Magic Gin Distillery Adventure at Millsheds Bowral

Prepare for a captivating journey into craft distillation and exclusive spirits! Our gin distillery tours are more than just informative – they're truly extraordinary. Experience …More

Prepare for a captivating journey into craft distillation and exclusive spirits! Our gin distillery tours are more than just informative – they're truly extraordinary. Experience...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$21
Virtual Reality Experience

VR Corner is Sydney's first Multiplayer virtual reality Cafe that based in Central of Sydney CBD (5 mins walk from Central Station). …More

VR Corner is Sydney's first Multiplayer virtual reality Cafe that based in Central of Sydney CBD (5 mins walk from Central Station)....

30 to 60 minutes
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$31
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Embark on an adrenaline-fueled adventure with an action-packed 2.5-hour session, where every minute is a thrill ride from start to finish! Dive into the excitement …More

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Embark on an adrenaline-fueled adventure with an action-packed 2.5-hour session, where every minute is a thrill ride from start to finish! Dive into the excitement...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$48
Wilson's Promontory & Phillip Island - 'Prom & Penguins' Tour

Travel in comfort and style in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle with your experienced guide. Let us take care of everything for you in this private, …More

Travel in comfort and style in a luxurious Mercedes vehicle with your experienced guide. Let us take care of everything for you in this private,...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$360
Kangaroos & Koalas in the Wild - Private Nature Experience

Walk through a conserved wetland and watch kangaroos grazing and sunbathing freely in their natural environment. Observe an array of bird species hunting for food …More

Walk through a conserved wetland and watch kangaroos grazing and sunbathing freely in their natural environment. Observe an array of bird species hunting for food...

1 hour 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$271
Waves Waterfalls and Wineries Full-Day Southern Highlands Private Tour

Escape Sydney and the crowds to discover this pristine region just south of Sydney. Depart the city through stunning national parks and with sweeping coastal …More

Escape Sydney and the crowds to discover this pristine region just south of Sydney. Depart the city through stunning national parks and with sweeping coastal...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$997
Self-Guided Sydney Middle Harbour Kayak 3 Hour Tour by Single Kayak

3 Hour Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: Paddling a single sea kayak is a fun and unique way to explore Sydney's Middle Harbour. Choose your own adventure, …More

3 Hour Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: Paddling a single sea kayak is a fun and unique way to explore Sydney's Middle Harbour. Choose your own adventure,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Self-Guided Sydney Middle Harbour Kayak 3 Hour Tour by Double Kayak

3 Hour Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: Paddling a double sea kayak is a fun and unique way to explore Sydney's Middle Harbour. Choose your own adventure, …More

3 Hour Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: Paddling a double sea kayak is a fun and unique way to explore Sydney's Middle Harbour. Choose your own adventure,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$104
Herberton Historical Village Day Trip from Cairns - One of the best ever tours.

On your very own private tour, travel through Pioneering Australian History with the award winning Herberton Historical Village. Visit Kuranda lookout, Barron Falls and the …More

On your very own private tour, travel through Pioneering Australian History with the award winning Herberton Historical Village. Visit Kuranda lookout, Barron Falls and the...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$972
Kuranda Day Tour, TKS-3 Wildlife Gold 930

Small tour operator - that means you get the best service/attention. SE Asian language abilities and understanding customers culture and background. Packaged tour means you …More

Small tour operator - that means you get the best service/attention. SE Asian language abilities and understanding customers culture and background. Packaged tour means you...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$345
Wilderness kayak adventure with gourmet food

Experience the Australian bush and unique sandstone rock formations. A variety of birds, reptiles and animals inhabit the area any you can usually get closer …More

Experience the Australian bush and unique sandstone rock formations. A variety of birds, reptiles and animals inhabit the area any you can usually get closer...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
'56 Chevrolet 6-hr Melbourne Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)

Let me open that door for you! d'Luxe Classic Car Tours offer personalised day tour experiences in America's favourite cars from the fifties for a …More

Let me open that door for you! d'Luxe Classic Car Tours offer personalised day tour experiences in America's favourite cars from the fifties for a...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$672
Full Day 9 Hour Offshore Fishing Charter

Deep Sea Fishing Co Noosa stands out as a premier provider of deep-sea fishing experiences, blending adventure, expertise, and a deep respect for the marine …More

Deep Sea Fishing Co Noosa stands out as a premier provider of deep-sea fishing experiences, blending adventure, expertise, and a deep respect for the marine...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$240
Hobart City Private Charter Service (3 days in advance)

Mt Wellington is the landmark of Hobart, where is definitely the place in awe. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view that surrounds …More

Mt Wellington is the landmark of Hobart, where is definitely the place in awe. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view that surrounds...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$833
Private Tour: Half-Day Iconic Sydney

This 4-hour, guided Sydney highlights tour is the perfect way to kick-start or end your holiday. See all the city hot spots and tourist icons. An …More

This 4-hour, guided Sydney highlights tour is the perfect way to kick-start or end your holiday. See all the city hot spots and tourist icons. An...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$97
Launceston to Hobart via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

Travel from Launceston to Hobart on this action-packed day tour. Make the most of your travel time, sit back and relax as we take you …More

Travel from Launceston to Hobart on this action-packed day tour. Make the most of your travel time, sit back and relax as we take you...

12 hours
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$149
Sydney Harbour Side Restaurant Dinner and Twilight Cruise

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will take in Sydney at twilight. On board …More

The most delicious and unique way to experience Sydney Harbour. Come aboard your luxury cruiser where you will take in Sydney at twilight. On board...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$478
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