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

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Maleny Botanic Gardens Bird Aviary Experience Ticket

Overlooking a backdrop of the iconic Glass House Mountains our 18 acres of gardens are surrounded by stunning waterfalls & lakes which only add to …More

Overlooking a backdrop of the iconic Glass House Mountains our 18 acres of gardens are surrounded by stunning waterfalls & lakes which only add to...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$33
2-Night Whitsunday Islands Sailing Adventure on Trimaran Avatar

Get ready for the ultimate high-speed sailing adventure aboard Avatar, the only trimaran charter in the Whitsundays and one of Australia’s fastest racing yachts. This …More

Get ready for the ultimate high-speed sailing adventure aboard Avatar, the only trimaran charter in the Whitsundays and one of Australia’s fastest racing yachts. This...

2 days Free Cancellation
4.8 (783)
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$416
Whale Watching Sydney 2-Hour Express Cruise

Premium Whale-Watching Vessel – The Ocean Dreaming II offers three spacious viewing decks, ensuring unmatched visibility from every angle. Expert Crew & Live Commentary – …More

Premium Whale-Watching Vessel – The Ocean Dreaming II offers three spacious viewing decks, ensuring unmatched visibility from every angle. Expert Crew & Live Commentary –...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
K'gari (Fraser Island) Explorer 2-Day Tour

Explore the World Heritage-listed sights of Fraser Island on an award-winning two-day tour! K'GARI 2-DAY TOUR - From 1st June 2021, this new tour represents …More

Explore the World Heritage-listed sights of Fraser Island on an award-winning two-day tour! K'GARI 2-DAY TOUR - From 1st June 2021, this new tour represents...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$381
Private Canberra Winery Tour with lunch

Enjoy a relaxing day out discovering beautiful cool climate wines from Canberra's best boutique wineries. All inclusive luxury winery tour with a knowledgable guide. Find …More

Enjoy a relaxing day out discovering beautiful cool climate wines from Canberra's best boutique wineries. All inclusive luxury winery tour with a knowledgable guide. Find...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$163
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

Treat yourself to a day out at the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, home to over 100 koalas and 75 species of native Australian …More

Treat yourself to a day out at the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, home to over 100 koalas and 75 species of native Australian...

2 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (537)
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$44
Blue Mountains Adventure w Scenic World, Zoo, Koala Photo & Ferry

Embark on our Blue Mountains Adventure tour, combining iconic Australian wildlife with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy pickup from selected Sydney CBD hotels in air-conditioned comfort, with …More

Embark on our Blue Mountains Adventure tour, combining iconic Australian wildlife with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy pickup from selected Sydney CBD hotels in air-conditioned comfort, with...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$143
Hunter Valley All Inclusive, Wine, Chocolate Tasting and Lunch

Convenient pickup: Start your journey from central Sydney, we offer pickup at 4 prime Sydney Central locations to Australia’s premier wine region. Exclusive Winery Experiences: …More

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Convenient pickup: Start your journey from central Sydney, we offer pickup at 4 prime Sydney Central locations to Australia’s premier wine region. Exclusive Winery Experiences:...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$131
Alba: Luxury Geothermal Springs in the Mornington Peninsula

Alba seamlessly blends natural beauty, luxury, and wellness. Located amidst the serene Moonah woodlands, it features 22 thoughtfully designed geothermal pools, offering diverse settings like …More

Alba seamlessly blends natural beauty, luxury, and wellness. Located amidst the serene Moonah woodlands, it features 22 thoughtfully designed geothermal pools, offering diverse settings like...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
Gold Coast: Dreamworld 1-Day Ticket - Valid for 12 Months

Just a short drive from both Surfers Paradise and Brisbane, Dreamworld offers world-class thrill rides, family attractions, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Explore the new Rivertown …More

Just a short drive from both Surfers Paradise and Brisbane, Dreamworld offers world-class thrill rides, family attractions, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Explore the new Rivertown...

1 day
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$76
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Enjoy all the sights Newcastle Harbour has to offer as we cruise the working port and picturesque foreshore. See the harbours coal loading facilities, tug …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy all the sights Newcastle Harbour has to offer as we cruise the working port and picturesque foreshore. See the harbours coal loading facilities, tug...

2 hours 30 minutes
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$59
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. This …More

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. This...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$191
Great Ocean Road Reverse Itinerary Boutique Tour - Max 12 Guests

HIGHLIGHTS: Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline? If you …More

HIGHLIGHTS: Are you the kind of person that enjoys losing your breath sometimes? Are you ready for the beauty of this storm-carved coastline? If you...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$96
Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

Summit Mt.Wellington before enjoying a scenic drive along the Derwent River to Mt. Field National Park. Visit Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and end the …More

Summit Mt.Wellington before enjoying a scenic drive along the Derwent River to Mt. Field National Park. Visit Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and end the...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$131
Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive

Family Owned Multi Award Winning Blue Mountains Tour. City Sky Diving Travellers Choice Best of the Best Award Winner 3 Years in a Row!! No …More

Family Owned Multi Award Winning Blue Mountains Tour. City Sky Diving Travellers Choice Best of the Best Award Winner 3 Years in a Row!! No...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$152
Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

Discover the perfect blend of nature and local produce on a full-day, guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart. This active tour offers easy to …More

Discover the perfect blend of nature and local produce on a full-day, guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart. This active tour offers easy to...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,471)
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$125
Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge & lunch - Melbourne

The Great Ocean Road is travelled by more than 3.5million visitors each year. We have designed this Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour to avoid the …More

The Great Ocean Road is travelled by more than 3.5million visitors each year. We have designed this Reverse Great Ocean Road Tour to avoid the...

13 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (634)
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$125
WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive

Experience off the beaten path Australia! on our all-inclusive, small-group tour with guaranteed sightings of WILD Wombats and Kangaroos, Sydney's best waterfalls and National Parks! …More

Experience off the beaten path Australia! on our all-inclusive, small-group tour with guaranteed sightings of WILD Wombats and Kangaroos, Sydney's best waterfalls and National Parks!...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$156
Maria Island Cruise & Walk Day Tour with Lunch (from Hobart)

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and …More

Discover the remarkable coastline and history of Maria Island from both water and land, gaining a unique perspective on its ancient geology, secluded bays and...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$253
Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Rainforest & Morning Tea-Melbourne

Our Great Ocean Road tour is a must-do coastal destination to visit when coming to Melbourne. We spend the day twisting and winding along the …More

Our Great Ocean Road tour is a must-do coastal destination to visit when coming to Melbourne. We spend the day twisting and winding along the...

13 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (613)
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$115
Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour

An ideal taste of what the Hunter Valley has to offer. Perfect for people who are in the region for only a limited amount of …More

An ideal taste of what the Hunter Valley has to offer. Perfect for people who are in the region for only a limited amount of...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (599)
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$90
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