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

Australia, Oceania
Ultimate Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise

Immerse yourself deep into the rainforest by taking a trip on our world-renowned wildlife experience cruise. During your 60 – 90 minute journey, you will …More

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Immerse yourself deep into the rainforest by taking a trip on our world-renowned wildlife experience cruise. During your 60 – 90 minute journey, you will...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$28
1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch

See an abundance of birds, saltwater crocodiles and other wildlife on a full-day tour to the Corroboree Billabong, from Darwin. En route, visit Fogg Dam …More

See an abundance of birds, saltwater crocodiles and other wildlife on a full-day tour to the Corroboree Billabong, from Darwin. En route, visit Fogg Dam...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$163
Shuttle from Proserpine Airport to Airlie Beach

Book a shared shuttle transfer from Proserpine Airport (PPP) to Airlie Beach and surrounds. Don't forget to book your return. Your driver will meet you …More

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Book a shared shuttle transfer from Proserpine Airport (PPP) to Airlie Beach and surrounds. Don't forget to book your return. Your driver will meet you...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$20
1 Hour Tour Mooloolaba Sunset Cruise

As the setting sun slowly slips behind the majestic Blackall Mountain Range to the west of Mooloolaba you will be cruising comfortably through the waterways …More

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As the setting sun slowly slips behind the majestic Blackall Mountain Range to the west of Mooloolaba you will be cruising comfortably through the waterways...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$28
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Your driver and wine tour guide will take you to the best wine experiences at a variety of Tamar Valley cellar doors. We include lunch …More

Your driver and wine tour guide will take you to the best wine experiences at a variety of Tamar Valley cellar doors. We include lunch...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$131
Wave Break Island Scuba Diving on the Gold Coast

We are a PADI 5 star Scuba Diving Centre. Enjoy the weightless experience of exploring the underwater world on the Gold Coast, Australia. Experience the …More

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We are a PADI 5 star Scuba Diving Centre. Enjoy the weightless experience of exploring the underwater world on the Gold Coast, Australia. Experience the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Mandurah Dolphin Cruise and Views

See Mandurah's most famous highlights on our Dolphin Cruise & Views, an easy day out about an hour south of Perth. This scenic cruise runs …More

See Mandurah's most famous highlights on our Dolphin Cruise & Views, an easy day out about an hour south of Perth. This scenic cruise runs...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$33
Hervey Bay Whale Watching Cruise

Watch whales dive and play on a whale-watching cruise from Hervey Bay. Cruising in a catamaran specially designed for whale watching, enjoy  encounters with majestic …More

Watch whales dive and play on a whale-watching cruise from Hervey Bay. Cruising in a catamaran specially designed for whale watching, enjoy  encounters with majestic...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Sunset Cruise Mooloolaba

Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully …More

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Mooloolaba's famous Sunset cruise. This 90 minute relaxing cruise along the beautiful Mooloolaba river and canals. We offer a optional a-la-carte seafood menu and fully...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$38
Airlie Beach Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Join us on our Eco Certified Glass Bottom Boat Tour and discover Airlie Beach’s most spectacular coral reefs. This experience explores the valuable ecosystems within …More

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Join us on our Eco Certified Glass Bottom Boat Tour and discover Airlie Beach’s most spectacular coral reefs. This experience explores the valuable ecosystems within...

1 hour 10 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$69
Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs Tour small group

Highlights: *Guaranteed led by an engaging and experienced local guide from the Top End. *Our day tour spend more time exploring the Litchfield park. *Swimming …More

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Highlights: *Guaranteed led by an engaging and experienced local guide from the Top End. *Our day tour spend more time exploring the Litchfield park. *Swimming...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$163
3.5 hours Sunset Cruise in Broome

There's nothing quite as perfect as watching an iconic Broome sunset aboard our catamaran. With a vibrant owner operated crew, you will be expertly looked …More

There's nothing quite as perfect as watching an iconic Broome sunset aboard our catamaran. With a vibrant owner operated crew, you will be expertly looked...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Premium Hunter Valley Wine Tour with 2-Course Lunch from Sydney

Spend a delightful day in Australia's oldest wine production region of the Hunter Valley on this premium full-day tour from the Hunter Valley. Your guide …More

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Spend a delightful day in Australia's oldest wine production region of the Hunter Valley on this premium full-day tour from the Hunter Valley. Your guide...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$208
Airlie Beach: 3-hour Cedar Creek Small-Group Eco Half-Day Tour

Cedar Creek was carved by water over millions of years into the rainforest behind Airlie Beach. After a short journey from Airlie Beach, what you …More

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Cedar Creek was carved by water over millions of years into the rainforest behind Airlie Beach. After a short journey from Airlie Beach, what you...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
Sydney City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Private or Small Group Tour

See Sydney’s headline sights and local favourites in six hours, with the choice of a private tour or small-group departure. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned …More

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See Sydney’s headline sights and local favourites in six hours, with the choice of a private tour or small-group departure. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$138
ETHICAL ADVENTURES - 1 Day premium Litchfield tour, small group

Think of a day tour that actually lives in your memories for all the right reasons. The food is amazing, the places visited are perfect …More

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Think of a day tour that actually lives in your memories for all the right reasons. The food is amazing, the places visited are perfect...

9 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$198
Small-Group Buggy Tour at Little Sahara with Guide

As seen on Adelady and SA Weekender, this 2-hour buggy adventure takes you to wild places totally inaccessible to anyone else. After admiring koalas in …More

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As seen on Adelady and SA Weekender, this 2-hour buggy adventure takes you to wild places totally inaccessible to anyone else. After admiring koalas in...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$102
Gold Coast Tandem Skydive

Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all …More

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Take the plunge and tandem skydive over the Gold Coast's beautiful beaches. Your friendly guide will ensure your experience is one to remember for all...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$381
Surfing Lessons on Sydney's Bondi Beach

What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Here you'll find fantastic waves, sunbathing beauties, year-round sun and the coolest beachside …More

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What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Here you'll find fantastic waves, sunbathing beauties, year-round sun and the coolest beachside...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
Rottnest Skydive + Fremantle Ferry Package

Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island and travel there in style by ferry. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES:  *Same day return adult ferry ticket, ex B-Shed …More

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Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island and travel there in style by ferry. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES:  *Same day return adult ferry ticket, ex B-Shed...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$409
Sydney's Razor Gang True Crime Tour

Experience Sydney in a time of a war, when the Razor Gangs battled for supremacy, & the balance between good & evil sat on the …More

Experience Sydney in a time of a war, when the Razor Gangs battled for supremacy, & the balance between good & evil sat on the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
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