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

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Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary Mangroves Kayaking Tour

The Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Mangrove Forest, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of Adelaide's "secret spots", …More

The Kayak Tour explores the Dolphin Sanctuary and Mangrove Forest, just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD. Here you find one of Adelaide's "secret spots",...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$38
Phillip Island Penguin and wildlife Tour

We offer small tour, maximum of 11 passengers. We visit the Wild life park on the Island. This is the best place to see kangaroo …More

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We offer small tour, maximum of 11 passengers. We visit the Wild life park on the Island. This is the best place to see kangaroo...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
Uluru Small Group Tour including Sunset

Experience the many moods of Uluru at sunset with an uninterrupted view. Admire the immensity of Uluru as you immerse yourself in the environmental changes …More

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Experience the many moods of Uluru at sunset with an uninterrupted view. Admire the immensity of Uluru as you immerse yourself in the environmental changes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.8 (196)
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$172
Private full-day wine tour in the Hunter Valley

We provide bespoke tours of Australia’s world-renowned Hunter Valley wine country. There’s no set itinerary, everything can be tailored to ensure your visit to the …More

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We provide bespoke tours of Australia’s world-renowned Hunter Valley wine country. There’s no set itinerary, everything can be tailored to ensure your visit to the...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$344
Old Hobart Pub Walking Tour

See the old pubs of Hobart on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a guide. This is a great way to go beyond the typical tourist …More

See the old pubs of Hobart on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a guide. This is a great way to go beyond the typical tourist...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$26
Wine Tasting Experience

Elevated amongst the vines and overlooking Cocoparra National Park; our cellar door is the essential friendly stop over when visiting the Riverina region. Proudly awarded …More

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Elevated amongst the vines and overlooking Cocoparra National Park; our cellar door is the essential friendly stop over when visiting the Riverina region. Proudly awarded...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (25)
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$9
Barossa & Maggie Beers Farm (4 wine Tastings & Lunch included)

Join us on a small group tour to the world-famous Barossa Valley, as we drive through the scenic Adelaide Hills, leading you through the charming …More

Join us on a small group tour to the world-famous Barossa Valley, as we drive through the scenic Adelaide Hills, leading you through the charming...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (71)
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$124
Montville, Maleny and Sunshine Coast Hinterland Tour with Lunch

This is an all-inclusive tour of Maleny, Montville and the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide …More

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This is an all-inclusive tour of Maleny, Montville and the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$201
Bike to Winery Tour

Our Bike to Winery E-Bike Cycling Tour takes you on the most beautiful ride, on a path most tourists don’t see! We supply you a …More

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Our Bike to Winery E-Bike Cycling Tour takes you on the most beautiful ride, on a path most tourists don’t see! We supply you a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Sunshine Coast Jet ski Epic

An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this half day jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you …More

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An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this half day jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (31)
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$368
Batemans Bay Sunset Pizza Kayak Tour - Float and Feast

You've had home delivered pizza, but have you ever had pizza delivered to your KAYAK? This popular tour combines two fun, family activities: kayaking and …More

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You've had home delivered pizza, but have you ever had pizza delivered to your KAYAK? This popular tour combines two fun, family activities: kayaking and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
The Jolly Roger

A swashbuckling 60 minute rollick in Pumicestone Passage, where we adjust the adrenalin rush and the route to suit the crew. The perfect all weather …More

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The Jolly Roger

A swashbuckling 60 minute rollick in Pumicestone Passage, where we adjust the adrenalin rush and the route to suit the crew. The perfect all weather...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$191
Noosa Ocean Adventures: Whale Watch

Encounter the majestic Humpback Whales in the pristine waters of Noosa on a unique and intimate Whale Watching cruise with one of the most experienced …More

Encounter the majestic Humpback Whales in the pristine waters of Noosa on a unique and intimate Whale Watching cruise with one of the most experienced...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Private Blue Mountains Tour | Waterfalls, Koalas & Views

Escape the city and discover the best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a private full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in comfort and …More

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Escape the city and discover the best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a private full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in comfort and...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (39)
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$191
Small Group Uluru Sunset Viewing Tour

Experience the many moods of Uluru at sunset with an uninterrupted view on this two hour tour. Admire the immensity of Uluru as you immerse …More

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Experience the many moods of Uluru at sunset with an uninterrupted view on this two hour tour. Admire the immensity of Uluru as you immerse...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.8 (171)
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$79
Sunrise Paddle Session on Sydney Harbour (single kayak)

Let us take you on a fun, memorable, and iconic Sydney Kayak Experience. Our friendly, trained, and qualified staff, will guide you through the spectacular …More

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Let us take you on a fun, memorable, and iconic Sydney Kayak Experience. Our friendly, trained, and qualified staff, will guide you through the spectacular...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Arnhem Land Yingana Injalak Hill Full Day Tour from Darwin

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...

1 day Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (84)
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$267
Barossa Valley Shared Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

Discover the Ultimate Barossa Valley Wine Adventure! Join us for an unforgettable day exploring the heart of South Australia’s most celebrated wine region. Our curated …More

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Discover the Ultimate Barossa Valley Wine Adventure! Join us for an unforgettable day exploring the heart of South Australia’s most celebrated wine region. Our curated...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$174
The Brokenwood Match

Enjoy a unique self-guided, seated wine and food flight with a selection of 6 Brokenwood wines matched with bite-sized seasonal canapés. …More

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Enjoy a unique self-guided, seated wine and food flight with a selection of 6 Brokenwood wines matched with bite-sized seasonal canapés....

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (102)
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$48
Hunter Valley Broken Back Range Helicopter Flight from Cessnock

This 15-minute scenic flight will showcase the Pokolbin wine region and give spectacular views of the broken back range. …More

This 15-minute scenic flight will showcase the Pokolbin wine region and give spectacular views of the broken back range....

15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (40)
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$204
Adventure Whale Watching Tour Mooloolaba

THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN MOOLOOLABA, ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP! Back this season with our new vessel ‘KRAKEN’. A purpose built 1200HP Woody …More

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THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN MOOLOOLABA, ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP! Back this season with our new vessel ‘KRAKEN’. A purpose built 1200HP Woody...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (31)
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$83
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