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

Australia, Oceania
All Inclusive Day Tour to Frankland Islands Great Barrier Reef

Frankland Islands Reef Cruises are the only commercial operator allowed to land on stunning Normanby Island, offering ample space and time for relaxation and exploration. …More

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Frankland Islands Reef Cruises are the only commercial operator allowed to land on stunning Normanby Island, offering ample space and time for relaxation and exploration....

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$181
Yarra Valley Grazing Tour Wine, Cheese, Gin, Pizza from Melbourne

Discover the gourmet delights of the Yarra Valley on this all-inclusive food and wine grazing tour. Begin your journey with a guided wine tasting at …More

Discover the gourmet delights of the Yarra Valley on this all-inclusive food and wine grazing tour. Begin your journey with a guided wine tasting at...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$131
Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour from Melbourne

Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to …More

Take in the spectacular Phillip Island Penguin Parade as you watch the colony of Little Penguins crosses the shoreline from the ocean. Heading out to...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$125
Learn to Surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and golden …More

Learn to surf at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast in Queensland, one of Australia's most iconic surf destinations. With its warm waters and golden...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Airlie Beach Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Hop aboard, hold on tight and get ready to feel the thrill! Your expert jet boat pilot is about to take you on an 800hp …More

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Hop aboard, hold on tight and get ready to feel the thrill! Your expert jet boat pilot is about to take you on an 800hp...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Convicts and The Rocks: Sydney's Walking Tour Led by Historian

Expect fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney's colonial birthplace: The Rocks. Together your group will uncover the scallywag …More

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Expect fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney's colonial birthplace: The Rocks. Together your group will uncover the scallywag...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$36
Queen Victoria Market Ultimate Foodie Tour

A delicious and fascinating guided walking tour of the iconic Queen Victoria Market. Taste the freshest produce, discover unique ingredients, learn tips and tricks for …More

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A delicious and fascinating guided walking tour of the iconic Queen Victoria Market. Taste the freshest produce, discover unique ingredients, learn tips and tricks for...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$76
Sydney Blue Mountains Day Tour with Wildlife Park and Waterfalls

Enjoy the only Carbon Neutral Day trip from Sydney to the Blue Mountains! Start with a visit to a unique wildlife park to get up …More

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Enjoy the only Carbon Neutral Day trip from Sydney to the Blue Mountains! Start with a visit to a unique wildlife park to get up...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$118
Great Ocean Road and Wildlife Tour for Backpackers aged 18-35

Ride Tours is an independent company we have a passion for showing off our backyards. Whether it's to backpackers or international students and younger travellers, …More

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Ride Tours is an independent company we have a passion for showing off our backyards. Whether it's to backpackers or international students and younger travellers,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Paronella Park Admission Ticket

Surrounded by 7,500 trees in the lush rainforest of Far North Queensland, explore Paronella Parks wonderland of castles, tunnels, bridges, fountains and secret staircases, built …More

Surrounded by 7,500 trees in the lush rainforest of Far North Queensland, explore Paronella Parks wonderland of castles, tunnels, bridges, fountains and secret staircases, built...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$43
Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas

This is a great tour for those who only want to spend a half-day out or are short on time. We visit two areas on …More

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This is a great tour for those who only want to spend a half-day out or are short on time. We visit two areas on...

4 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour

IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE BOAT MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR EACH BOAT. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Adventure Tour®. Navigate …More

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IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE BOAT MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR EACH BOAT. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Adventure Tour®. Navigate...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
Remote K'gari (Fraser Island) Experience

Go snorkeling, kayaking and swimming in K'gari (Fraser Island’s) pristine waters on a relaxed full-day boat trip from Hervey Bay. See dolphins, dingoes, turtles and sea …More

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Go snorkeling, kayaking and swimming in K'gari (Fraser Island’s) pristine waters on a relaxed full-day boat trip from Hervey Bay. See dolphins, dingoes, turtles and sea...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

Picture yourself exploring the Hunter Valley, home to over 150 wineries from internationally renowned cellar doors to historic family owned wineries. This experience showcases multiple …More

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Picture yourself exploring the Hunter Valley, home to over 150 wineries from internationally renowned cellar doors to historic family owned wineries. This experience showcases multiple...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$143
Margaret River Private Surf Lesson

Our Private Group Surfing lessons are perfect for couples who want to share their experience with just the two of them; groups of friends or …More

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Our Private Group Surfing lessons are perfect for couples who want to share their experience with just the two of them; groups of friends or...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
Mount Tamborine Wine Tasting Tour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast

Escape the city and embark on an unforgettable wine-tasting tour in Tamborine Mountain, Queensland’s stunning Gold Coast Hinterland. Visit two award-winning boutique wineries and sample …More

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Escape the city and embark on an unforgettable wine-tasting tour in Tamborine Mountain, Queensland’s stunning Gold Coast Hinterland. Visit two award-winning boutique wineries and sample...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$139
Amazing Daintree Rainforest Tour Waterfall Hike, Lunch, Swim & Crocodile Cruise

There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL 8:30am - 4:30pm. We have been given exclusive …More

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There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL 8:30am - 4:30pm. We have been given exclusive...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$177
Premier Whale Watching Byron Bay

Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise. …More

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Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$83
Adventure on a Budget Visit Kuranda or Palm Cove from Pt Douglas

Kuranda OR Palm Cove – Small Group Tour Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT Cairns) at 11:00 AM or 8:30 AM. …More

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Kuranda OR Palm Cove – Small Group Tour Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT Cairns) at 11:00 AM or 8:30 AM....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$83
Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

Kangarrific Tours is excited to be able to offer you their Wine & Wildlife Tour.. We use a luxury minibus, our groups are small (11 …More

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Kangarrific Tours is excited to be able to offer you their Wine & Wildlife Tour.. We use a luxury minibus, our groups are small (11...

10 hours
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$87
Optus Stadium HALO Roof Climb

Think you've seen every level of Optus Stadium? Think again! Our rooftop tour gives you behind-the-scenes access, a unique perspective of Perth and a bird's …More

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Think you've seen every level of Optus Stadium? Think again! Our rooftop tour gives you behind-the-scenes access, a unique perspective of Perth and a bird's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$80
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