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

Australia, Oceania
Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket

Welcome to Cairns Museum – a snapshot of our fascinating, beautiful, dynamic frontier region and its people. Situated in the central business district of Cairns, …More

Welcome to Cairns Museum – a snapshot of our fascinating, beautiful, dynamic frontier region and its people. Situated in the central business district of Cairns,...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$10
Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am

Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as …More

Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
Melbourne to Adelaide 3-Day Great Ocean Road & Grampians Tour

3 day Ocean to Mountains tour from Melbourne to Adelaide revealing the highlights and hidden gems of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Travel the …More

3 day Ocean to Mountains tour from Melbourne to Adelaide revealing the highlights and hidden gems of the Great Ocean Road and Grampians. Travel the...

3 days
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$660
3 Day K'gari 4wd Escape (Ex Hervey Bay)

Discover K'gari differently Slow the pace, escape the crowds and experience the very best of World Heritage-listed K'gari on our 3 Day K'gari 4WD Escape. …More

Discover K'gari differently Slow the pace, escape the crowds and experience the very best of World Heritage-listed K'gari on our 3 Day K'gari 4WD Escape....

3 days Free Cancellation
4.6 (38)
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$569
Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Port to Sydney Airport (SYD) Transfer

Take a Door to Door Shuttle from Sydney City Hotel  or Cruise Ship Terminal at Circular Quay  (Overseas Passenger Terminal) to Sydney International or Domestic Airport. …More

Take a Door to Door Shuttle from Sydney City Hotel  or Cruise Ship Terminal at Circular Quay  (Overseas Passenger Terminal) to Sydney International or Domestic Airport....

30 to 60 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$19
Melbourne Airport to City/CBD Private Group transfers 4 or more

Available 24/7. We are there when you arrive in Melbourne with our reliable ground transport service. Our driver will be waiting with luxury Mercedes V-Class …More

Available 24/7. We are there when you arrive in Melbourne with our reliable ground transport service. Our driver will be waiting with luxury Mercedes V-Class...

20 to 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Sydney and Blue Mountains in One Day Truly Private Tour

The Ultimate Combo Tour for Time-Savvy Travellers Pressed for time? This unique private tour is specially designed to combine Sydney's most iconic city highlights with …More

The Ultimate Combo Tour for Time-Savvy Travellers Pressed for time? This unique private tour is specially designed to combine Sydney's most iconic city highlights with...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$236
7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania

Visit 2 of the 3 Wine regions surrounding Hobart - Derwent Valley / Coal River Valley & Huon Valley/ Channel. Open guided wine tours run …More

Visit 2 of the 3 Wine regions surrounding Hobart - Derwent Valley / Coal River Valley & Huon Valley/ Channel. Open guided wine tours run...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$128
3-Day Uluru-Kata Tjuta Kings Canyon Outback from Alice Springs

An incredible way to see a snapshot of some of the best of the Red Centre across three days, this small group adventure showcases the …More

An incredible way to see a snapshot of some of the best of the Red Centre across three days, this small group adventure showcases the...

3 days
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$687
Private Sydney Airport-Sydney CBD, Sydney City, Cruise Terminal

Discover unparalleled comfort and convenience with this transportation experience! Our premium transportation services cater to all your travel needs, ensuring a luxurious experience every time. …More

Discover unparalleled comfort and convenience with this transportation experience! Our premium transportation services cater to all your travel needs, ensuring a luxurious experience every time....

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$111
Resin Art Classes Brisbane: Cheeseboards & Coasters

Discover the captivating world of resin art with our comprehensive workshops! Create stunning resin pieces, guided by seasoned artists who will walk you through every …More

Discover the captivating world of resin art with our comprehensive workshops! Create stunning resin pieces, guided by seasoned artists who will walk you through every...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$90
4 Day Uluru Kings Canyon West MacDonnell NP to/from Alice Springs

Four days, exploring four iconic locations (Uluru, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and Tjoritja West MacDonnell Ranges) all wrapped up in one tour. This small group …More

Four days, exploring four iconic locations (Uluru, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and Tjoritja West MacDonnell Ranges) all wrapped up in one tour. This small group...

4 days
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$844
New Years Eve Sydney Harbour Cruise 2026-2027

Every year since Sydney Harbours’ fireworks display became world famous welcoming the millennium, the display has got bigger & better! On land nearly 1½ million …More

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Every year since Sydney Harbours’ fireworks display became world famous welcoming the millennium, the display has got bigger & better! On land nearly 1½ million...

8 hours 15 minutes
4.8 (41)
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$1,180
Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure …More

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
Luxury Airport Transfers & Private Car Services in Melbourne

mChauffeur stands out as your premier choice for Limo Service and Airport Transfers due to our unwavering commitment to excellence. We offer: 24/7 Availability: Our …More

mChauffeur stands out as your premier choice for Limo Service and Airport Transfers due to our unwavering commitment to excellence. We offer: 24/7 Availability: Our...

30 to 50 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Tasmania 8 Day - Tour in Circle

Our 8 Day Tasmania in Circle tour is our most popular offering. Designed to fit neatly into a calendar week this tour is a fantastic …More

Our 8 Day Tasmania in Circle tour is our most popular offering. Designed to fit neatly into a calendar week this tour is a fantastic...

8 days
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$2,704
Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

An inspiring portrayal of Australia’s central desert environments that effortlessly blends the plants, animals and people of the arid regions within one, extraordinary tourism and …More

An inspiring portrayal of Australia’s central desert environments that effortlessly blends the plants, animals and people of the arid regions within one, extraordinary tourism and...

3 to 8 hours
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$27
Melbourne Combo: Great Ocean Road Day Trip and Phillip Island Day Trip from Melbourne

Two of Victoria's biggest icons, two unhurried days — the Twelve Apostles and the penguins, done properly. Enjoy the two most popular day tours from …More

Two of Victoria's biggest icons, two unhurried days — the Twelve Apostles and the penguins, done properly. Enjoy the two most popular day tours from...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$329
Sydney Harbour Hop On Hop Off 1 or 2-Day Ferry Pass

There's no better way to see the iconic sights of Sydney Harbour than on a hop-on hop-off Harbour cruise. You can jump on and off …More

There's no better way to see the iconic sights of Sydney Harbour than on a hop-on hop-off Harbour cruise. You can jump on and off...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$29
5 Night Ningaloo Reef Ningaloo Escape from Coral Bay

During this 5 night Ningaloo Escape Tour spend 6 days aboard Shore Thing exploring the pristine Ningaloo Reef. This tour is like a marine safari …More

During this 5 night Ningaloo Escape Tour spend 6 days aboard Shore Thing exploring the pristine Ningaloo Reef. This tour is like a marine safari...

6 days Hotel pickup offered
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$3,749
Uluru Private Tour Aboriginal guided option

Australian owned and operated by guides who have lived in the region for years and work alongside the aboriginal local community. Discover the highlights with …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Australian owned and operated by guides who have lived in the region for years and work alongside the aboriginal local community. Discover the highlights with...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$764
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