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

Optus Stadium VERTIGO by Twilight
Feeling brave? Face your fears on the newest attraction at Optus Stadium - VERTIGO. Leaving the roof behind, you’ll traverse 10 metres from side-to-side. Harnessed...
$90

Enjoy the feeling of being on the back of a Australia's only Harley Davidson Trike, the only one in Melbourne that caters for 2 Passengers,...
$125

Enjoy one of Australia's most incredible wildlife experiences on this magnificent Phillip Island tour. Witness the world famous penguin parade from the brand new exclusive...
$174

Discover the best of the Blue Mountains on this premium small-group day tour from Sydney. Your adventure through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed region combines authentic...
$138

Pickup from hotel. Why follow the crowd when you can flip the script? Our award-winning reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne takes you on a wild...
$110

Enjoy a relaxed and premium day exploring the Yarra Valley with everything taken care of. This wine tour combines quality tastings, a delicious winery lunch...
$124

Brisbane Segway Sightseeing Tour
Glide effortlessly through Brisbane breathtaking sites and see the city’s best known landmarks on a fun Segway tour. Aboard your own personal two-wheel transportation device our...
$110

Begin with a relaxing 20-minute stop at a local bakery near Hobart — perfect for breakfast and coffee. Travel the scenic Great Eastern Drive, passing...
$122

Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay
Experience the exquisite beauty of the Freycinet Peninsula aboard the Schouten Passage II on our 4.5 hour cruise. Be enthralled by the stunning granite coastline....
$132

ABC Reef Safaris
We actually get in the water with you and take you snorkelling 6 guests to 1 in water marine expert guide creating an informative personal...
$444

With only a maximum of 25 passengers this makes our Great Barrier Reef & Green Island tour very guest focussed! .In fact we are the...
$201

Being maximum of 7 people we offer flexibility. You decide which tour option (1-4), where you go and how long you stay and where, when...
$74

Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and relaxing on the Great Barrier Reef’s Low Isles. The sheltered white sands are surrounded...
$228

One of the two oldest public buildings in Adelaide, the Adelaide Gaol is said to be the most haunted site in South Australia. On this...
$32

Visit wild kangaroos and search for koalas in their natural habitat. Walk behind the base of multiple waterfalls, (free swimming at the base can be...
$121

Experience the magic of Rottnest Island by luxury sailing catamaran! Sail the island’s stunning coastline and dive into an underwater paradise, full snorkel gear included....
$128

Proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year. Guaranteed small group tour with maximum of 14 people. The only luxury small group operator...
$110

Spend a leisurely hour or so cruising down Melbourne's famous Yarra River. Learn about the historical Victoria Docks and the landings of the early settlers...
$31

The Mary Valley Rattler is one of Queensland’s most iconic heritage steam train experiences, capturing the Gympie region’s rich history while offering visitors a contemporary...
$48

Sunlover Reef Cruises is the only operator that combines the Outer Great Barrier Reef, at its Moore Reef pontoon, with Fitzroy Island in a single...
$234

Cataract Gorge Cruise 2:30 pm
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as...
$31

