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

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Shrine of Remembrance Cultural Guided Tour in Melbourne

Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide. Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief …More

Delve deeper into the Shrine by joining a 45-minute tour, led by an expert guide. Discover the fascinating history of this monument born by grief...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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30 min Jet Ski Safari

30 Minute Jet Ski, our mini safari! The half hour Safari will blast you along pristine beaches, Wave Break Island, through Crab Island, south of …More

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30 Minute Jet Ski, our mini safari! The half hour Safari will blast you along pristine beaches, Wave Break Island, through Crab Island, south of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour with Scenic Helicopter Flight

Start your adventure with an extraordinary helicopter flight to Willie Creek Pearl Farm, soaring over the breathtaking landscapes of Cable Beach. As you glide through …More

Start your adventure with an extraordinary helicopter flight to Willie Creek Pearl Farm, soaring over the breathtaking landscapes of Cable Beach. As you glide through...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$481
Broome's Coast & Creeks: 45-Minute Helicopter Flight

You’ll start your adventure enjoying low-level, uninterrupted views of the iconic Cable Beach. As you head north towards Willie Creek, you’ll fly over the pearl …More

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You’ll start your adventure enjoying low-level, uninterrupted views of the iconic Cable Beach. As you head north towards Willie Creek, you’ll fly over the pearl...

1 hour 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$514
Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour, Helicopter Flight & Lunch

This option includes pre-booked lunch; Vegetarian, Meat, or Seafood. Please add your preference (per person) to the 'Special Requirements' box on the booking page. Arrive …More

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This option includes pre-booked lunch; Vegetarian, Meat, or Seafood. Please add your preference (per person) to the 'Special Requirements' box on the booking page. Arrive...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$509
Gold Coast 2 Hr Sunset PRIVATE Sailing Charter with Drinks & Food

Sun sailing exclusive charters are perfect for an intimate sailing experience. Just you and your chosen people will sail the Gold Coast Broadwater aboard our …More

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Sun sailing exclusive charters are perfect for an intimate sailing experience. Just you and your chosen people will sail the Gold Coast Broadwater aboard our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$687
Margaret River Private Wineries Tour by Chevy Belair Classic Car

Specialising in private wine tours for small groups who wish to explore the many hidden gems and some of the best attractions Margaret River has …More

Specialising in private wine tours for small groups who wish to explore the many hidden gems and some of the best attractions Margaret River has...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$215
Sydney Blue Mountains Private Tour: The Three Sisters & Beyond

The Blue Mountains is one of Australia's great natural landscapes — an uplifted sandstone plateau cut by deep valleys, dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls and forests …More

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The Blue Mountains is one of Australia's great natural landscapes — an uplifted sandstone plateau cut by deep valleys, dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls and forests...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$250
Sydney Northern Beaches Private Tour | Palm Beach & Ku-ring-gai

Thirty kilometres of coastline stretch north of Sydney Harbour Bridge — ancient sandstone headlands, rock platforms, ocean pools, surf beaches and a national park thousands …More

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Thirty kilometres of coastline stretch north of Sydney Harbour Bridge — ancient sandstone headlands, rock platforms, ocean pools, surf beaches and a national park thousands...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$208
2 Day Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great …More

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$316
Southern Highlands & South Coast Private Tour From Sydney

Go Beyond Tour's Southern Highlands Tours allow you to experience walking over the tops of the trees like a bird, driving on a road built …More

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Go Beyond Tour's Southern Highlands Tours allow you to experience walking over the tops of the trees like a bird, driving on a road built...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$160
Airlie Beach Glass bottom boat Scenic Sunset Tour

Join our 1.5-hour Sunset Tour for a unique Whitsundays experience. Cruise comfortably on our vessel, offering the best sunset vantage point. Enjoy a complimentary bus …More

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Join our 1.5-hour Sunset Tour for a unique Whitsundays experience. Cruise comfortably on our vessel, offering the best sunset vantage point. Enjoy a complimentary bus...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
Blue Mountains Private Tour | Koala, Kangaroo, & Waterfalls Day

Experience the beauty of the Blue Mountains on a private, luxury day tour from Sydney. Marvel at the iconic Three Sisters rock formation and soak …More

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Experience the beauty of the Blue Mountains on a private, luxury day tour from Sydney. Marvel at the iconic Three Sisters rock formation and soak...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$135
From Melbourne: Tandem Skydive over Great Ocean Road

An Australian icon known for big waves and outstanding scenery, there’s no better place to see from the sky. Exceeding every adrenaline rush you’ve known …More

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An Australian icon known for big waves and outstanding scenery, there’s no better place to see from the sky. Exceeding every adrenaline rush you’ve known...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$280
Daintree, Mossman Gorge and Wildlife Tour from Cairns

Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts …More

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Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Airlie Beach Sightseeing Explorer- 3 hr Snaphots & highlights

This is your backstage pass to the Whitsundays lifestyle on a vibrant 3-hour sightseeing tour. This scenic crafted tour promises an engaging experience with a …More

This is your backstage pass to the Whitsundays lifestyle on a vibrant 3-hour sightseeing tour. This scenic crafted tour promises an engaging experience with a...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Private Luxury Tour: Sydney Sightseeing Experience

See the very best of Sydney on a private tour that takes in the city’s historic center and beaches, colonial heritage and natural beauty. Admire …More

See the very best of Sydney on a private tour that takes in the city’s historic center and beaches, colonial heritage and natural beauty. Admire...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Newcastle: Boutique Hunter Valley Wine Tour

Taste your way through the Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region, on this small-group day tour from Newcastle. We've hand-picked a mix of iconic Australian …More

Taste your way through the Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region, on this small-group day tour from Newcastle. We've hand-picked a mix of iconic Australian...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$158
Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer …More

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
3 Hour Helicopter Wine Tasting Tour in Hunter Valley

Have you ever wanted to go wine tasting? How about in true VIP style? Get whisked away in your own personal helicopter that will take …More

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Have you ever wanted to go wine tasting? How about in true VIP style? Get whisked away in your own personal helicopter that will take...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$342
Personalised wine tour experience in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands

This is your day. No large group of strangers in a bus. No set itinerary. Peter has been a resident of Bowral for many years …More

This is your day. No large group of strangers in a bus. No set itinerary. Peter has been a resident of Bowral for many years...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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