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

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Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. Hopo vessels depart hourly from five iconic Gold …More

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. Hopo vessels depart hourly from five iconic Gold...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$31
Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles Small-Group Tour

Experience one of Australia’s most iconic coastal journeys on a small-group Great Ocean Road day tour from Melbourne. With an early departure designed to help …More

Experience one of Australia’s most iconic coastal journeys on a small-group Great Ocean Road day tour from Melbourne. With an early departure designed to help...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$110
Darwin: Kakadu & Nourlangie Trip Plus Billabong Cruise with Lunch

Discover the magic of Australia's Kakadu National Park on this full day trip from Darwin. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays …More

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Discover the magic of Australia's Kakadu National Park on this full day trip from Darwin. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$260
Rottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience

The cheapest half-day snorkel tour on Rottnest. Explore the island in comfort and style aboard our premium vessel. Our in-water local snorkel guides will take …More

The cheapest half-day snorkel tour on Rottnest. Explore the island in comfort and style aboard our premium vessel. Our in-water local snorkel guides will take...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$165
Hook-A-Barra Fishing and Farm Activity

THE ULTIMATE BARRAMUNDI EXPERIENCE. FARM TOUR, FISHING FUN AND GOURMET TASTE TESTING. 2.5 HOURS OF BARRA LOVING. …More

THE ULTIMATE BARRAMUNDI EXPERIENCE. FARM TOUR, FISHING FUN AND GOURMET TASTE TESTING. 2.5 HOURS OF BARRA LOVING....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$87
Margaret River Impression Day Tour From Perth

Travel south from Perth and enjoy a relaxing day exploring some of the highlights of the Margaret River region. Visit Busselton Jetty, the famous 1.8 …More

Travel south from Perth and enjoy a relaxing day exploring some of the highlights of the Margaret River region. Visit Busselton Jetty, the famous 1.8...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$158
2 Day/2 Night Prosail Whitsundays Sailing Adventure on Condor

Set sail on a 2-day, 2-night adventure with Prosail Whitsundays! Explore the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard our maxi yacht Condor. Your experienced crew will ensure …More

Set sail on a 2-day, 2-night adventure with Prosail Whitsundays! Explore the magical Whitsunday Islands onboard our maxi yacht Condor. Your experienced crew will ensure...

3 days
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$504
7-Day Exmouth Explorer via Pinnacles Monkey Mia Ningaloo Reef returning to Perth

Discover a side of Australia few international travellers ever experience on this unforgettable 7-day adventure from Perth to Exmouth. Journey along Western Australia’s breathtaking Coral …More

Discover a side of Australia few international travellers ever experience on this unforgettable 7-day adventure from Perth to Exmouth. Journey along Western Australia’s breathtaking Coral...

7 days
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$1,385
2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

Join us for two of Tasmania's best tourist attractions - The natural beauty of Bruny Island and the Historic Port Arthur penal colony. Day 1: …More

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Join us for two of Tasmania's best tourist attractions - The natural beauty of Bruny Island and the Historic Port Arthur penal colony. Day 1:...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$215
E-Bike Hire & Mountain Bike Hire Port of Eden

Explore Eden at your own pace with our convenient E-Bike and Mountain Bike hire, ideally situated at the Port of Eden. Perfect for cruise ship …More

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Explore Eden at your own pace with our convenient E-Bike and Mountain Bike hire, ideally situated at the Port of Eden. Perfect for cruise ship...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Sealink Bike & Ferry Package from Perth to Rottnest

Discover Rottnest Island by bicycle and experience over 63 beaches and 20 bays as you explore this unique A-Class Reserve. Cycling is environmentally friendly and …More

Discover Rottnest Island by bicycle and experience over 63 beaches and 20 bays as you explore this unique A-Class Reserve. Cycling is environmentally friendly and...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$119
Out For The Afternoon - Half Day of Indulgence in the Swan Valley

AN EXPERIENCE PACKED FULL OF FUN! Don't have all day or would like to sleep in? Now you can find yourself in the Swan Valley …More

AN EXPERIENCE PACKED FULL OF FUN! Don't have all day or would like to sleep in? Now you can find yourself in the Swan Valley...

1 day
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$89
Half-Day Private Melbourne Tour: Highlights, laneways & beaches

Discover Melbourne your way on a private half-day, six-hour or full-day tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this personalised tour blends Melbourne’s iconic highlights with hidden …More

Discover Melbourne your way on a private half-day, six-hour or full-day tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this personalised tour blends Melbourne’s iconic highlights with hidden...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$104
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

Ride a full lap of Magnetic Island on a 2-hour guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Discover coastal bays, sandy …More

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Ride a full lap of Magnetic Island on a 2-hour guided jet ski tour from The Docks, 108 Flinders Street, Townsville. Discover coastal bays, sandy...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$276
2-Hour Self-Drive Boat Hire on the Yarra River

Hop aboard the Harvey A private vessel and self-drive with up to 10-people down the Yarra River. With no boat license required, choose between a …More

Hop aboard the Harvey A private vessel and self-drive with up to 10-people down the Yarra River. With no boat license required, choose between a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$207
All-Inclusive Sydney Harbour Cruise inc Private Yacht Club Lunch

A luxury small-group harbour cruise with lunch at an exclusive private yacht club with Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race heritage. With a maximum 8 guests …More

A luxury small-group harbour cruise with lunch at an exclusive private yacht club with Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race heritage. With a maximum 8 guests...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$312
Magnetic Island: West Point Sunset Safari

Discover the side of 'Maggie' that few people see when you take a ride on the wild side of Magnetic Island. Experience a relaxed guided …More

Discover the side of 'Maggie' that few people see when you take a ride on the wild side of Magnetic Island. Experience a relaxed guided...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$87
5-Day Best of Tasmania Tour from Hobart

Escape into Tasmania’s pristine wilderness as we travel coast to coast and experience the best of the island over five days. The five day tour …More

Escape into Tasmania’s pristine wilderness as we travel coast to coast and experience the best of the island over five days. The five day tour...

5 days Hotel pickup offered
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$797
Private 90 minute Sydney Harbour Twilight Champagne Cruise

The golden hour is settling over Sydney as you board at Campbells Cove, a short stroll from Circular Quay. From the historic Rocks you head …More

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The golden hour is settling over Sydney as you board at Campbells Cove, a short stroll from Circular Quay. From the historic Rocks you head...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$1,028
Phillip Island Sunset Cruise

Embark on a serene sunset cruise at Phillip Island, through the sheltered waters of Western Port Bay aboard a modern catamaran. Relax and enjoy live …More

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Embark on a serene sunset cruise at Phillip Island, through the sheltered waters of Western Port Bay aboard a modern catamaran. Relax and enjoy live...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$55
Rottnest Island All-Inclusive Grand Island Tour from Perth

This Rottnest Island day trip from Perth is the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this …More

This Rottnest Island day trip from Perth is the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$176
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