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

Australia, Oceania
Melbourne Laneways Foodie Discovery Walking Tour with 7 Tastings

Melbourne is a mecca for food with an eating culture bordering on the obsessive. But many of these best places are hidden from first sight …More

Melbourne is a mecca for food with an eating culture bordering on the obsessive. But many of these best places are hidden from first sight...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (613)
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$97
Cairns: All Inclusive Waterfalls and Rainforest Tour

Discover the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day guided adventure through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore ancient rainforest, swim in pristine waters, and …More

Discover the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day guided adventure through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore ancient rainforest, swim in pristine waters, and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (745)
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$131
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

This is the Original Daintree Rainforest Tour, locally owned and operated for over 40 years! Embark on a packed full-day adventure to Cape Tribulation, where …More

This is the Original Daintree Rainforest Tour, locally owned and operated for over 40 years! Embark on a packed full-day adventure to Cape Tribulation, where...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,121)
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$166
Kangaroo Island in a Day Tour from Adelaide

Make the most of a day trip to Kangaroo Island on a full-day guided tour that takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise. …More

Make the most of a day trip to Kangaroo Island on a full-day guided tour that takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise....

16 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (742)
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$279
Great Ocean Road Tour Plus Koalas, Forest Walk and Morning Tea

After being picked up from selected Melbourne CBD hotels you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road in this full day tour, follow …More

After being picked up from selected Melbourne CBD hotels you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road in this full day tour, follow...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,044)
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$87
Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour from Melbourne

Enjoy a personalised and informative experience with expert guides on small group tours of up to 24 guests, enhanced by a multilingual audio guide application …More

Enjoy a personalised and informative experience with expert guides on small group tours of up to 24 guests, enhanced by a multilingual audio guide application...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$122
Great Ocean Road 12 APOSTLES Tour REVERSE–SML GRP- Hotel Pick UP

Pick up available From Hotels. Don't have to worry about Rushing to the pick up spot. No large crowds, not small uncomfortable bus. Small, uncomfortable …More

Pick up available From Hotels. Don't have to worry about Rushing to the pick up spot. No large crowds, not small uncomfortable bus. Small, uncomfortable...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,273)
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$69
Kalbarri National Park Self Guided Driving Tour

Get strated on an unforgettable self-guided driving tour through Kalbarri National Park, a natural wonderland in Western Australia. Start your journey at the iconic Kalbarri …More

Get strated on an unforgettable self-guided driving tour through Kalbarri National Park, a natural wonderland in Western Australia. Start your journey at the iconic Kalbarri...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
Daytime Kayak Eco Tour of New South Wales

Did you know that getting out in nature reduces stress and anxiety?We will spot the wildlife on the river including stingrays, fish, herons, egrets, ibis, …More

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Did you know that getting out in nature reduces stress and anxiety?We will spot the wildlife on the river including stingrays, fish, herons, egrets, ibis,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest …More

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (890)
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$217
Mornington Peninsula Scenic 1.5 hour boat cruise.

Park your car and meet your luxury boat at the end of Sorrento Pier, your crew will greet you and welcome you onboard. See Australian …More

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Park your car and meet your luxury boat at the end of Sorrento Pier, your crew will greet you and welcome you onboard. See Australian...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$52
Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

World Heritage Cruises is a local family owned and operated cruise located in Strahan, Tasmania’s beautiful and rugged west coast, where you will cruise into …More

World Heritage Cruises is a local family owned and operated cruise located in Strahan, Tasmania’s beautiful and rugged west coast, where you will cruise into...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,245)
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$115
Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise

Spot and swim with dolphins in Holdfast Shores on a dolphin-watching cruise from Adelaide. Departing from the Glenelg Marina Pier on a catamaran, you’ll cruise …More

Spot and swim with dolphins in Holdfast Shores on a dolphin-watching cruise from Adelaide. Departing from the Glenelg Marina Pier on a catamaran, you’ll cruise...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$107
Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour

Australia's Longest Running Ghost Tour Company, celebrating 25 years of running historic haunted tours. All tours researched and written by Jack Sim …More

Australia's Longest Running Ghost Tour Company, celebrating 25 years of running historic haunted tours. All tours researched and written by Jack Sim...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$26
Skyline Melbourne Pass

Experience Melbourne's iconic skyline from 35 meters above the picturesque Yarra River aboard the Skyline Ferris Wheel. For a bit of fun, challenge your friends …More

Experience Melbourne's iconic skyline from 35 meters above the picturesque Yarra River aboard the Skyline Ferris Wheel. For a bit of fun, challenge your friends...

8 to 60 minutes
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$10
Enjoy a VIP Booth Shared Experience From Gympie

For a VIP Shared Booth Experience - Travel in style and enjoy a local cheese plate plus a souvenir tumbler, and a bottle of water …More

For a VIP Shared Booth Experience - Travel in style and enjoy a local cheese plate plus a souvenir tumbler, and a bottle of water...

3 hours
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$110
Discover Barossa: 4 Wine Tastings, Gourmet Lunch, and Hidden Gems

Head out from the hustle and bustle of Adelaide for a relaxing day spent sampling the wines of the Barossa Valley in a shared bus …More

Head out from the hustle and bustle of Adelaide for a relaxing day spent sampling the wines of the Barossa Valley in a shared bus...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$111
Experience Hahndorf & Barossa: Gourmet lunch, Wine, Beer & Treats

Experience the charm of the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa Valley in one day. Start in historic Hahndorf, followed by visit to Beerenberg Farm and …More

Experience the charm of the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa Valley in one day. Start in historic Hahndorf, followed by visit to Beerenberg Farm and...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (510)
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$111
Bowral: Honey Farm Tour Including Morning Tea and Guided Tasting

This is a delightful and engaging insight into bees, beekeeping and honey! Our honey Farm is on the grounds of a beautiful national trust property. …More

This is a delightful and engaging insight into bees, beekeeping and honey! Our honey Farm is on the grounds of a beautiful national trust property....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$26
Half Day Morning Adventure - Fitzroy Island Return Ferry Included

Discover Fitzroy Island’s beauty on a half-day trip! Snorkel vibrant reefs, relax on Nudey Beach, and soak in tropical views. Book your adventure now! Departs …More

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Discover Fitzroy Island’s beauty on a half-day trip! Snorkel vibrant reefs, relax on Nudey Beach, and soak in tropical views. Book your adventure now! Departs...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (14)
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$75
Puffing Billy Train and Phillip Island Penguin Parade Day Tour

Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour Experience a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery with our Steam Train & Penguin Island Day …More

Steam Train & Penguin Island Day Tour Experience a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery with our Steam Train & Penguin Island Day...

11 to 12 hours
4.3 (46)
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$124
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