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

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Cairns to Kuranda, Scenic Rail and Cableway, Hartley's Crocodiles

On this fun filled day tour you can take in the magnificent views aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail, spend some free time in the mountaintop …More

On this fun filled day tour you can take in the magnificent views aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail, spend some free time in the mountaintop...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Great Barrier Reef 40 Minute Scenic Flight from Cairns - Reef Hopper

See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, …More

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See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef,...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
Brisbane Drive by Day - Private Tour

A low cost, great introduction to Brisbane. Sit back, relax and enjoy Brisbane in a private tour, as you cruise around for 2.5 hours during …More

A low cost, great introduction to Brisbane. Sit back, relax and enjoy Brisbane in a private tour, as you cruise around for 2.5 hours during...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$111
Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just …More

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Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$57
Blue Mountains Wild Kangaroos & Sunset from Sydney - Late Start

Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the …More

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Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$149
Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

Float above the outback desert on this exciting hot air balloon adventure! Rise before dawn and watch your balloon inflate in the early rays of …More

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Float above the outback desert on this exciting hot air balloon adventure! Rise before dawn and watch your balloon inflate in the early rays of...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$268
Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

Explore Noosa's Great Sandy National Park, only reachable by 4WD, offering an untouched and pristine environment for wildlife encounters. Get the chance to paddle alongside …More

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Explore Noosa's Great Sandy National Park, only reachable by 4WD, offering an untouched and pristine environment for wildlife encounters. Get the chance to paddle alongside...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour! …More

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This combined ticket gives you access to two of Hobart’s most iconic sightseeing tours – kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and Red Decker City Loop Tour!...

4 to 48 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
RoofClimb Adelaide Oval Experience

Experience this 2-hour adventure along the roof of the Adelaide Oval in the heart of the city. With your guide, navigate from the Western Stand across …More

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Experience this 2-hour adventure along the roof of the Adelaide Oval in the heart of the city. With your guide, navigate from the Western Stand across...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$87
Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour Adelaide

Join us on a guided kayak tour and paddle where only kayaks can go. Explore peaceful mangrove lined creeks, glide past shipwrecks and keep an …More

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Join us on a guided kayak tour and paddle where only kayaks can go. Explore peaceful mangrove lined creeks, glide past shipwrecks and keep an...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$55
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on Sydney's history both past and …More

This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on Sydney's history both past and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Swan Valley Wine Tour - Full Day

Experience a full day of premium wines, gourmet food, and stunning scenery on this unforgettable Swan Valley tour. Your friendly guide will take you to …More

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Experience a full day of premium wines, gourmet food, and stunning scenery on this unforgettable Swan Valley tour. Your friendly guide will take you to...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$114
12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road Day Tour - Small Group

Our small group (4-11 Guests) will depart Melbourne and head straight to the famous 12 Apostles before the masses of people arrive. Here we will …More

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Our small group (4-11 Guests) will depart Melbourne and head straight to the famous 12 Apostles before the masses of people arrive. Here we will...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$152
Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility: Two Iconic Territory Stories

Two Iconic Territory Stories in One Iconic Location One started Territory operations in 1939, the other, occurred in 1942 as an act of aggression unparalleled …More

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Two Iconic Territory Stories in One Iconic Location One started Territory operations in 1939, the other, occurred in 1942 as an act of aggression unparalleled...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (275)
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$21
Unlimited Sandboarding

One of the most unique activities in Australia, Sandboarding. The thrill of sliding down a 40-50 mtr high dune in the amazing Worimi Conservation Lands …More

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One of the most unique activities in Australia, Sandboarding. The thrill of sliding down a 40-50 mtr high dune in the amazing Worimi Conservation Lands...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas

Departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns), enjoy a small-group Kuranda day tour, limited to 20 guests for a personal and engaging experience. …More

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Departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns), enjoy a small-group Kuranda day tour, limited to 20 guests for a personal and engaging experience....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (296)
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$174
1hr Jet Ski Safari

The one hour Safari is approximately a 30 kilometre round trip. Non Stop Fun! Get ready for a one hour South Stradbroke Island adventure thrill …More

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The one hour Safari is approximately a 30 kilometre round trip. Non Stop Fun! Get ready for a one hour South Stradbroke Island adventure thrill...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

Pink Queensland skies, crystal clear azure waters of Hervey Bay, and a cold glass of bubbles in your hand – it doesn’t get much better …More

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Pink Queensland skies, crystal clear azure waters of Hervey Bay, and a cold glass of bubbles in your hand – it doesn’t get much better...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Half-Day Pemberton National Parks Beach and Forest Eco Adventure

Discover Western Australian wildlife, wildflowers and wilderness on this unique and beautiful off-road adventure through Pemberton's National Parks. Small intimate tours with knowledgeable and conscientious …More

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Discover Western Australian wildlife, wildflowers and wilderness on this unique and beautiful off-road adventure through Pemberton's National Parks. Small intimate tours with knowledgeable and conscientious...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$146
From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - GREEN Route

Depart from Central Melbourne and get ready to explore the Yarra Valley wine region. Create your own schedule and then sit back and relax without …More

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Depart from Central Melbourne and get ready to explore the Yarra Valley wine region. Create your own schedule and then sit back and relax without...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (128)
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$65
2.5 hour Snorkel / Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling …More

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**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$101
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