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

Australia, Oceania
Tasmania: Wineglass Bay Shared Cruise and Walking Tour

Freycinet Aqua Express is the fastest and easiest way to Wineglass Bay. Most explore this iconic spot via a challenging bushwalk. Freycinet Aqua Express offers …More

Freycinet Aqua Express is the fastest and easiest way to Wineglass Bay. Most explore this iconic spot via a challenging bushwalk. Freycinet Aqua Express offers...

4 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Australia's Immersion Tasting

A tasting for those who want to take a deep dive into Jim Barry Wines. This immersive experience gives guests the chance to try a …More

A tasting for those who want to take a deep dive into Jim Barry Wines. This immersive experience gives guests the chance to try a...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$21
1 Hour Jet Ski Island Safari to South Stradbroke Island

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's …More

Our professional guides will take you on an amazing adventure, immerse yourself into a cultural experience you'll find hard to forget! Current model Jet Ski's...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$138
Mystery Craters Self-Guided Experience

Discover one of Queensland’s greatest mysteries. Explore at your own pace through a unique journey of mystery, discovery and wonder. Begin with the Mystery Craters …More

Discover one of Queensland’s greatest mysteries. Explore at your own pace through a unique journey of mystery, discovery and wonder. Begin with the Mystery Craters...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$13
Eumundi Markets, Kenilworth, and Ginger Factory Tour with Lunch

Escape into the Sunshine Coast hinterland on a small-group day tour that packs three local favourites into one easy, well-paced day. Your first stop is …More

Escape into the Sunshine Coast hinterland on a small-group day tour that packs three local favourites into one easy, well-paced day. Your first stop is...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$166
Gold Coast: HOHO - Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk + Glow Worm Caves

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest …More

Embark on a day of discovery with the Hop on Hop off Bus to Tamborine Mountain, visiting two of the area’s top attractions—the Tamborine Rainforest...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$122
Eden Shore Excursion: Merimbula Coastal & Nature Tour

Looking for an unforgettable Eden shore excursion? Our 5-hour boutique small-group tour (max 10 guests) is tailored for cruise passengers eager to escape the big-bus …More

Looking for an unforgettable Eden shore excursion? Our 5-hour boutique small-group tour (max 10 guests) is tailored for cruise passengers eager to escape the big-bus...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$260
30 Minutes Virtual Reality Gaming Experience in Southport

Experience total immersion as you tackle new worlds and trippy adventures with pinpoint accuracy. Our category first, 360° arena blurs the line between reality and …More

Experience total immersion as you tackle new worlds and trippy adventures with pinpoint accuracy. Our category first, 360° arena blurs the line between reality and...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise

Stand out from the rest onboard our flagship vessel Limo on the Water. Sit back and relax while our guide takes you on a 1-5 Hour Sea …More

Stand out from the rest onboard our flagship vessel Limo on the Water. Sit back and relax while our guide takes you on a 1-5 Hour Sea...

1 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$229
Rottnest Island Transfer Flights - by Plane

Short comfortable flight to or from Rottnest to your timetable. Take in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean, Perth and Rottnest Island from the …More

Short comfortable flight to or from Rottnest to your timetable. Take in the stunning views of the Indian Ocean, Perth and Rottnest Island from the...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$243
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises

Cruising daily, take a 1.5 hour evening cruise on Sydney Harbour to experience the Vivid Sydney annual light festival from the water. This is a …More

Cruising daily, take a 1.5 hour evening cruise on Sydney Harbour to experience the Vivid Sydney annual light festival from the water. This is a...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$45
Novotel North E-Bike Tour

The Easy Peasy Novotel North e-Bike Tour stands out as the ultimate beginner-friendly e-bike experience (you must be able to ride a bike, though). Designed …More

The Easy Peasy Novotel North e-Bike Tour stands out as the ultimate beginner-friendly e-bike experience (you must be able to ride a bike, though). Designed...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$93
Cairns City Half Day Tour

Make the most of your time in Cairns with a customizable half-day tour, perfect for those with limited hours before or after a flight. Choose …More

Make the most of your time in Cairns with a customizable half-day tour, perfect for those with limited hours before or after a flight. Choose...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Melbourne St Kilda Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt

A grinning moon face has been swallowing visitors whole since 1912 — and that's just the first stop on St Kilda's seaside parade of piers, …More

A grinning moon face has been swallowing visitors whole since 1912 — and that's just the first stop on St Kilda's seaside parade of piers,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Foiling Basics Instruction, from 0 to Hero

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing waterport on the planet. The skills from our classes will transfer to Surf Foiling, Wing Foiling and Kite Foiling. We …More

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing waterport on the planet. The skills from our classes will transfer to Surf Foiling, Wing Foiling and Kite Foiling. We...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$208
The Big Banana Fun Park 1 Day Summer Ultimate Pass

Experience all the classic attractions at The Big Banana Fun Park with The Ultimate Pass—the best way to enjoy a full day of excitement, adventure, …More

Experience all the classic attractions at The Big Banana Fun Park with The Ultimate Pass—the best way to enjoy a full day of excitement, adventure,...

1 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Self Guided Electric Bicycle Tour of Bundanoon

There is no better way to discover the Southern Highlands than renting an ebike from us. We have mountain bikes and step through frames available …More

There is no better way to discover the Southern Highlands than renting an ebike from us. We have mountain bikes and step through frames available...

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
Secrets of City Circle Walking Tour

Discover the hidden history of Sydney’s City Circle railway through Central, Museum, St James, Circular Quay, Wynyard and Town Hall stations. Explore heritage architecture and …More

Discover the hidden history of Sydney’s City Circle railway through Central, Museum, St James, Circular Quay, Wynyard and Town Hall stations. Explore heritage architecture and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
Mt Buller Getaway Day Trip: Daily Departures & 6 Hrs Fun on Snow

Escape to the breathtaking slopes of Mt Buller on our exciting one-day snow trip! With daily departures from convenient pickup points in Melbourne CBD and …More

Escape to the breathtaking slopes of Mt Buller on our exciting one-day snow trip! With daily departures from convenient pickup points in Melbourne CBD and...

14 hours Free Cancellation
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$53
Marrickville Munch A Sydney Food Tour

Check out Sydney's multicultural Inner West, on Dave’s Sydney Food Tour, The Marrickville Munch! Our bite seeing walking tour will take you through some of …More

Check out Sydney's multicultural Inner West, on Dave’s Sydney Food Tour, The Marrickville Munch! Our bite seeing walking tour will take you through some of...

180 to 270 minutes Free Cancellation
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$104
Orange NSW Wine Tour | Boutique Wineries & Cellar Door Experience

Enjoy a seamless wine tour experience in the Orange region with our expertly crafted offerings. We provide easy booking and transportation to pre selected. 3 …More

Enjoy a seamless wine tour experience in the Orange region with our expertly crafted offerings. We provide easy booking and transportation to pre selected. 3...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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