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

Australia, Oceania
Experience Rottnest with Ferry & Bike Hire

Enjoy the relaxed casual environment of Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, just off the coast of Perth. After cruising …More

Enjoy the relaxed casual environment of Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, just off the coast of Perth. After cruising...

8 hours
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$85
Fully Inclusive Blue Mountains Private Tour inc Scenic World & Featherdale Entry

This is the Ultimate Blue Mountains Luxury Private Tour! All attraction Entry Fees are Fully Inclusive - no need to pay for any added extras …More

This is the Ultimate Blue Mountains Luxury Private Tour! All attraction Entry Fees are Fully Inclusive - no need to pay for any added extras...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (60)
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$518
High Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbour

Ladies and gentlemen: All aboard for High Tea at sea! Start your Sydney Harbour cruise in style with a glass of sparkling wine. Your tea …More

Ladies and gentlemen: All aboard for High Tea at sea! Start your Sydney Harbour cruise in style with a glass of sparkling wine. Your tea...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (94)
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$76
Margaret River Small-Group Full-Day Wine & Food Tour

Full Day Wine Tour, enjoy an Indulgent Escape in Margaret River Everyone needs to relax and unwind sometimes, we offer luxurious and exciting bespoke experience …More

Full Day Wine Tour, enjoy an Indulgent Escape in Margaret River Everyone needs to relax and unwind sometimes, we offer luxurious and exciting bespoke experience...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (408)
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$128
Small Tour Barossa Valley Voyager Tour from Adelaide

Enjoy a relaxed and unhurried small group tour with a maximum of 8 people as you visit the the world famous Barossa Valley wine region; …More

Enjoy a relaxed and unhurried small group tour with a maximum of 8 people as you visit the the world famous Barossa Valley wine region;...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (160)
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$170
Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$222
Whale Watching Sailing Experience in Sydney

Enjoy the unique eco-friendly experience of whale watching under sail (weather permitting). After a short transit to the entrance of Port Jackson your small group …More

Enjoy the unique eco-friendly experience of whale watching under sail (weather permitting). After a short transit to the entrance of Port Jackson your small group...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Albany's Historic Whaling Station Admission Ticket

Spend a day exploring the world’s only complete whaling station tourism attraction and gain fascinating insight into Albany’s colorful past. Follow informative trails to learn …More

Spend a day exploring the world’s only complete whaling station tourism attraction and gain fascinating insight into Albany’s colorful past. Follow informative trails to learn...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (96)
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$26
Noosa Brewery Tour - The Best of Noosa

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes …More

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (21)
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$193
Blue Mountains Full Day Guided Tour

Embark on an unforgettable Full Day Guided Tour around the Blue Mountains with Beyond The Blacktop Adventure Tours. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of …More

Embark on an unforgettable Full Day Guided Tour around the Blue Mountains with Beyond The Blacktop Adventure Tours. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (37)
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$228
Rock Climbing at the Kangaroo Point Cliffs in Brisbane

Climb the natural rock face of Kangaroo Point Cliffs, right in the heart of Brisbane. With the Brisbane River below and sweeping city skyline views, …More

Climb the natural rock face of Kangaroo Point Cliffs, right in the heart of Brisbane. With the Brisbane River below and sweeping city skyline views,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (49)
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$75
Sydney Shores and Suburbs- Watsons Bay and Bondi Beach Tour

Set out on a thrilling, private adventure through Sydney—where iconic landmarks, stunning coastlines, and hidden local secrets collide. Kick off in The Rocks, passing its …More

Set out on a thrilling, private adventure through Sydney—where iconic landmarks, stunning coastlines, and hidden local secrets collide. Kick off in The Rocks, passing its...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

Join us for a dual nature tour filled with cascading beauty and lush rainforest landscape. Tours are led by an accredited Eco Nature guide who …More

Join us for a dual nature tour filled with cascading beauty and lush rainforest landscape. Tours are led by an accredited Eco Nature guide who...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$97
Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Day Tour

Escape the ordinary! Step into a realm of unparalleled beauty with our small group tour of Wilsons Promontory. Our tour offers an intimate experience, fostering …More

Escape the ordinary! Step into a realm of unparalleled beauty with our small group tour of Wilsons Promontory. Our tour offers an intimate experience, fostering...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$110
Escape Sydney: Sea Cliff Bridge, Wildlife, Kiama Private Tour

For those who think they have seen everything Sydney has to offer, escape the city and discover the hidden gems of our Kiama Coast. A …More

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Likely to Sell Out

For those who think they have seen everything Sydney has to offer, escape the city and discover the hidden gems of our Kiama Coast. A...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (17)
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$198
Bickley Valley Wine, Cider & Gin Tour - Premium Small Group Tour

The only tour company in Perth to guarantee a maximum of just 10 guests per tour for premium tour experience. Avoid the big bus crowds …More

The only tour company in Perth to guarantee a maximum of just 10 guests per tour for premium tour experience. Avoid the big bus crowds...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$153
Sydney Harbour - Sailing Hands-On Experience

Ahoy there, sailor! Embark on a sailing cruise and experience the magic of Sydney from the water. You'll be sailing a 24ft keelboat with our …More

Ahoy there, sailor! Embark on a sailing cruise and experience the magic of Sydney from the water. You'll be sailing a 24ft keelboat with our...

90 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$117
Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour | Food & Wine Region

For a fun adventure close to Melbourne look no further than our Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour. A relaxed cycle through this renowned food & …More

For a fun adventure close to Melbourne look no further than our Yarra Valley Guided Bike Tour. A relaxed cycle through this renowned food &...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$243
Adelaide Scenic E-Bike Tour and Wine Tasting

See Adelaide by e-bike on this fully guided 3-hour tour. Start at the National Wine Centre of Australia, an easy walk from the city, and …More

See Adelaide by e-bike on this fully guided 3-hour tour. Start at the National Wine Centre of Australia, an easy walk from the city, and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin, Cheese, Choc from Newcastle

Explore the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, by indulging in some of its best flavours on this day tour picking up Newcastle. The Hunter Valley …More

Explore the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, by indulging in some of its best flavours on this day tour picking up Newcastle. The Hunter Valley...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (32)
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$198
Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station. …More

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$110
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