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

Australia, Oceania
Wait-A-While Night Tour: Platypus, Tree Kangaroos & Rainforest

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide, …More

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$163
Byron Bay Wildlife Safari

Our Wildlife Safari takes you to three different habitats near Byron Bay. You’ll visit eucalyptus forest, rainforest and grassland to discover the animals that live …More

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Our Wildlife Safari takes you to three different habitats near Byron Bay. You’ll visit eucalyptus forest, rainforest and grassland to discover the animals that live...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (85)
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$138
VIP Swan Valley Wine Tour - Premium Small Group Wine & Gourmet Experience

This tour is without question the finest quality wine tour on offer to the Swan Valley. With guaranteed small groups (maximum 10 guests) avoid to …More

This tour is without question the finest quality wine tour on offer to the Swan Valley. With guaranteed small groups (maximum 10 guests) avoid to...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (350)
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$153
Blue Mountains Ultimate One Day Tour from Sydney

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Blue Mountains National Park with your full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in luxury aboard your small-group van, perfect for up …More

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Blue Mountains National Park with your full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in luxury aboard your small-group van, perfect for up...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (218)
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$272
Kings Canyon Day Trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru)

Travel into the heart of Australia on a Kings Canyon day trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru). Your journey takes you to a classic outback cattle …More

Travel into the heart of Australia on a Kings Canyon day trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru). Your journey takes you to a classic outback cattle...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (388)
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$240
Gold Coast: Kayak & Snorkel with Marine Life, Snacks & Photos

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from …More

As our guest, you’ll be warmly welcomed by fantastic and friendly guides before paddling across the beautiful Broadwater to a hidden island just minutes from...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Glow Worms, Waterfalls & Rainforest Experience

Be impressed by the outstanding Gondwana Rainforests of Australia (UNESCO listed). Hike through ancient rainforests and take memorable photos at a breathtaking lookout. Re-connect to …More

Be impressed by the outstanding Gondwana Rainforests of Australia (UNESCO listed). Hike through ancient rainforests and take memorable photos at a breathtaking lookout. Re-connect to...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (459)
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$97
Margaret River Small-Group Curated Wine, Coffee, Lunch & Forest

You will go on an immersive experience to unveil Margaret River's Secret Delights. Access behind the scenes at family-owned boutique wineries, guided coffee tasting, the …More

You will go on an immersive experience to unveil Margaret River's Secret Delights. Access behind the scenes at family-owned boutique wineries, guided coffee tasting, the...

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (294)
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$118
Virtual Room - 40-50min VR Escape Game Adventure for 2+ Players

The future of entertainment is now here with Virtual Room – the world’s best team-based VR experience located in central Sydney. Experience a truly immersive …More

The future of entertainment is now here with Virtual Room – the world’s best team-based VR experience located in central Sydney. Experience a truly immersive...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (129)
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$38
McLaren Vale North Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

Join Adelaide’s only hop-on hop-off McLaren Vale North winery tour! Depart from the Adelaide CBD or join in-region at McLaren Vale. A comfortable bus collects …More

Join Adelaide’s only hop-on hop-off McLaren Vale North winery tour! Depart from the Adelaide CBD or join in-region at McLaren Vale. A comfortable bus collects...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (267)
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$69
2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 14+)

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you …More

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Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (86)
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$52
Adventure &Taste Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Cairns

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns. …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (283)
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$184
Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite beach (Ages 14+)

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you …More

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Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (96)
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$52
Taste the Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Port Douglas

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (221)
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$184
Adelaide Central Market Discovery Tour

This tour celebrates and discovers the famous 150-year-old fresh produce market. Led by a local, become immersed and taste your way through the multicultural and …More

This tour celebrates and discovers the famous 150-year-old fresh produce market. Led by a local, become immersed and taste your way through the multicultural and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (206)
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$68
Nocturnal Wildlife Tour from Busselton

Discover Margaret River’s unique nocturnal wildlife on this exclusive night tour. The tour operates in a pocket of original bushland at Yelverton Brook Conservation Sanctuary; …More

Discover Margaret River’s unique nocturnal wildlife on this exclusive night tour. The tour operates in a pocket of original bushland at Yelverton Brook Conservation Sanctuary;...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (238)
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$76
Adelaide Hills & Hahndorf Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

Experience the only hop-on hop-off winery tour in Hahndorf and the Adelaide Hills, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Departing from …More

Experience the only hop-on hop-off winery tour in Hahndorf and the Adelaide Hills, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Departing from...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (149)
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$69
Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)

Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience. Amazing views of Melbourne at Sunrise. Depending on the wind direction on the day, many of …More

Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience. Amazing views of Melbourne at Sunrise. Depending on the wind direction on the day, many of...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (498)
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$337
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

Step aboard for a 3-hour, tropical sunset cruise aboard the luxury 50ft. Sundancer catamaran on the magnificent Darwin Harbour. Your cruise includes sparkling wine and …More

Step aboard for a 3-hour, tropical sunset cruise aboard the luxury 50ft. Sundancer catamaran on the magnificent Darwin Harbour. Your cruise includes sparkling wine and...

3 hours
4.9 (1,045)
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$131
Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout, …More

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout,...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (190)
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$118
Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle …More

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (302)
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$83
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