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

Australia, Oceania
Magnetic Island Lunchtime Sailing Cruise

This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to …More

This four-hour experience includes sailing along the breathtaking Magnetic Island coastline with a couple of hours at anchor in one of the secluded bays to...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$166
Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise

With beautiful views of the Top End city, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than on board the Charles Darwin. Enjoy …More

With beautiful views of the Top End city, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than on board the Charles Darwin. Enjoy...

2 hours
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$103
Arnhem Land Yingana Injalak Hill Full Day Tour from Jabiru

Top End Day Tours is the only day tour company in the Kakadu/Arnhem land region to employ local aboriginal guides. A unique opportunity to venture …More

Top End Day Tours is the only day tour company in the Kakadu/Arnhem land region to employ local aboriginal guides. A unique opportunity to venture...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$240
Beach Sunrise with the Wallabies

The early start is worth it, snooze on your way out in our Adventure Bus to a beautiful beach sunrise with the wallabies and kangaroos. …More

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The early start is worth it, snooze on your way out in our Adventure Bus to a beautiful beach sunrise with the wallabies and kangaroos....

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (98)
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$90
Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise on the Yarra River

What could be a more memorable way to enjoy a meal in Melbourne than a gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River? Watch the city …More

What could be a more memorable way to enjoy a meal in Melbourne than a gourmet dinner cruise along the Yarra River? Watch the city...

3 hours
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$146
From Melbourne: Hop On Hop Off Yarra Valley - RED 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

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 Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$65
Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past… …More

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past…...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (268)
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$24
Australia Zoo Day Trip from Brisbane

An Awesome way to visit Australia Zoo! After pickup from Selected Brisbane accommodation, you'll travel in style and comfort in a Croc Tours air-conditioned vehicle …More

An Awesome way to visit Australia Zoo! After pickup from Selected Brisbane accommodation, you'll travel in style and comfort in a Croc Tours air-conditioned vehicle...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (490)
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$131
Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Truly the ‘Queen’ of the Adelaide River, this two-story vessel has a fully air-conditioned lower deck fully enclosed by floor-to-ceiling croc-proof glass with toilet facilities …More

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Truly the ‘Queen’ of the Adelaide River, this two-story vessel has a fully air-conditioned lower deck fully enclosed by floor-to-ceiling croc-proof glass with toilet facilities...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$45
Pinnacles Lobster Yanchep Small Group Day Tour from Perth

Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. The Pinnacles and Yanchep region is …More

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Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. The Pinnacles and Yanchep region is...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (91)
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$138
Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the …More

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Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (154)
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$38
Cooking classes Goolwa

Foodbuilder is offering structured and bespoke adventures. You will learn how to create unique dishes in a fabulous private kitchen. Contact me, and we will …More

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Foodbuilder is offering structured and bespoke adventures. You will learn how to create unique dishes in a fabulous private kitchen. Contact me, and we will...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (81)
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$135
Authentic Indigenous Cultural Tour Including Scenic River Cruise

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just …More

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Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$117
Cape Tribulation Day Tour

A Cape Tribulation day tour is something you must add to your Tropical North Queensland holiday. Amazing natural beauty and destinations, ancient rainforest flora and …More

A Cape Tribulation day tour is something you must add to your Tropical North Queensland holiday. Amazing natural beauty and destinations, ancient rainforest flora and...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (411)
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$138
Phillip Island Penguin Parade & Wildlife Tour from Melbourne

Discover one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences on a full-day journey from Melbourne to Phillip Island with Explore Australia Tours. Travel in comfort on …More

Discover one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences on a full-day journey from Melbourne to Phillip Island with Explore Australia Tours. Travel in comfort on...

12 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (156)
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$117
McLaren Vale Small Group Wine Tour

Wine Diva Tours is a multi-award winning tour company with over seventeen years experience. We operate luxury Mercedes Benz vehicles. We are locally connected and …More

Wine Diva Tours is a multi-award winning tour company with over seventeen years experience. We operate luxury Mercedes Benz vehicles. We are locally connected and...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (137)
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$135
E Bike Hire opposite the Northern Rivers Rail Trail (Self Guided)

We are one of the longest running and most highly rated e-bike hire providers in the Byron and Tweed hinterland, with 400+ 5-star reviews. Beyond …More

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We are one of the longest running and most highly rated e-bike hire providers in the Byron and Tweed hinterland, with 400+ 5-star reviews. Beyond...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (95)
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$90
Kalgan Queen Scenic Cruises a four hour sheltered water wildlife tour daily fun.

Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River whilst listening to a live and humerous commentary about the history, wildlife and …More

Cruise the sheltered waters of Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River whilst listening to a live and humerous commentary about the history, wildlife and...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (542)
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$87
Electric Bike Hire in Perth

Discover Perth, Rottnest, and Beyond on Two Wheels! Explore the beauty of Western Australia the fun, eco-friendly way with our high-quality electric bikes. Designed for …More

Discover Perth, Rottnest, and Beyond on Two Wheels! Explore the beauty of Western Australia the fun, eco-friendly way with our high-quality electric bikes. Designed for...

7 to 31 days Free Cancellation
4.7 (13)
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$104
Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks (small group)

Discover the best of Sydney and The Rocks on a single tour! Historical small-group guided tour (limited to 16 guests). Embark on a captivating journey …More

Discover the best of Sydney and The Rocks on a single tour! Historical small-group guided tour (limited to 16 guests). Embark on a captivating journey...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (204)
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$31
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour

Did someone say Chocolate and award-winning Wine? Awaken your senses on a curated Hunter Valley journey, exploring renowned historic wineries, strolling among vine-lined vistas, and …More

Did someone say Chocolate and award-winning Wine? Awaken your senses on a curated Hunter Valley journey, exploring renowned historic wineries, strolling among vine-lined vistas, and...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (207)
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$153
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