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

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Daintree Discovery Centre Family Pass Ticket

We invite you to visit the Daintree Discovery Centre, an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the …More

We invite you to visit the Daintree Discovery Centre, an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the...

1 to 7 days Free Cancellation
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$69
East MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

The East MacDonnell Ranges half-day tour is an excellent opportunity to explore the panoramic landscapes of the East MacDonnell Ranges. View spectacular outback scenery and …More

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The East MacDonnell Ranges half-day tour is an excellent opportunity to explore the panoramic landscapes of the East MacDonnell Ranges. View spectacular outback scenery and...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$117
Self Guided E Bike Ride - Distillery, Rainforest & Rail Trail

Enjoy a self-guided e-bike ride through the best of the Tweed hinterland, finishing at the award-winning Husk Farm Distillery. Starting from our Mooball location, opposite …More

Enjoy a self-guided e-bike ride through the best of the Tweed hinterland, finishing at the award-winning Husk Farm Distillery. Starting from our Mooball location, opposite...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Afternoon Gordon River Dinner Cruise

World Heritage Cruises is a local family owned and operated cruise located in Strahan, Tasmania’s beautiful and rugged west coast, where you will cruise into …More

World Heritage Cruises is a local family owned and operated cruise located in Strahan, Tasmania’s beautiful and rugged west coast, where you will cruise into...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$111
Yarra River Waterbike Tour

Experience the Yarra River like never before atop our cutting-edge waterbikes. This isn't your typical river journey; it's an adventure that offers an unobstructed 360-degree …More

Experience the Yarra River like never before atop our cutting-edge waterbikes. This isn't your typical river journey; it's an adventure that offers an unobstructed 360-degree...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$68
Mornington Peninsula Sightseeing tour with lunch

Experience the Mornington Peninsula like a local on this relaxed coastal day tour from Melbourne. Travel with a friendly Explore Australia Tours guide and discover …More

Experience the Mornington Peninsula like a local on this relaxed coastal day tour from Melbourne. Travel with a friendly Explore Australia Tours guide and discover...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$117
Luxury Private Airport Transfer Melbourne

Experience seamless Melbourne airport transfers to hotels and the Melbourne CBD with our premium chauffeur service. Travel in style and unmatched comfort with our luxurious …More

Experience seamless Melbourne airport transfers to hotels and the Melbourne CBD with our premium chauffeur service. Travel in style and unmatched comfort with our luxurious...

1 to 24 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$107
Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the …More

Spend the day with us as we journey around the bay throughout the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas where we will take a stroll along the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$131
Nocturnal Tour of Kangaroo Island

Visit the Kangaroo Island Wildlife at night with a local guide in their natural habitat. Use your torch to see the animals that come out …More

Visit the Kangaroo Island Wildlife at night with a local guide in their natural habitat. Use your torch to see the animals that come out...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$118
Self Guided Agnes to 1770 Scooter Hire

Be independent and free to go everywhere anytime ... easy parking, low fuel usage with a refreshing breeze taking in the sights. Grab a map …More

Be independent and free to go everywhere anytime ... easy parking, low fuel usage with a refreshing breeze taking in the sights. Grab a map...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$58
Simpsons Gap Sunset: Watercolour Painting Class w. Snack Platter

This evening excursion takes place just 18kms outside of Alice Springs at Simpsons Gap, a natural wonder that explodes with colour as the sun sets, …More

This evening excursion takes place just 18kms outside of Alice Springs at Simpsons Gap, a natural wonder that explodes with colour as the sun sets,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$122
Great Ocean Road & Beyond 4 day Adventure Melbourne to Adelaide

• Reclining seat comfort * Relaxed pace over 4 days * Ensuite accommodation throughout, , * Maximum of 16 passengers, enough to enjoy some company, …More

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• Reclining seat comfort * Relaxed pace over 4 days * Ensuite accommodation throughout, , * Maximum of 16 passengers, enough to enjoy some company,...

4 days
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$1,586
Jurlique Handpicked Masterclass

For over 35 years, Jurlique has grown the powerful ingredients used in their international high-performing pure and natural skincare products on their biodynamic farm in …More

For over 35 years, Jurlique has grown the powerful ingredients used in their international high-performing pure and natural skincare products on their biodynamic farm in...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Featherdale Wildlife Park with Exclusive Private Transfers

Featherdale Wildlife Park with private transfers offers a uniquely convenient and personalized experience, combining direct, comfortable transportation with exclusive wildlife encounters. Enjoy seamless travel from …More

Featherdale Wildlife Park with private transfers offers a uniquely convenient and personalized experience, combining direct, comfortable transportation with exclusive wildlife encounters. Enjoy seamless travel from...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$173
Double Dive to South Solitary Island Coffs Harbour

You will be amazed the variety of Marine life! A mixture of fish from the tropics and sub-tropical varieties as well. At the Solitary Islands …More

You will be amazed the variety of Marine life! A mixture of fish from the tropics and sub-tropical varieties as well. At the Solitary Islands...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$183
90 minute Cape Raoul Cruise and Port Arthur Historic Site entry

Explore the spectacular coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, the Tasman National Park is …More

Explore the spectacular coastline from Port Arthur Historic Site to Cape Raoul. With soaring sea cliffs and monumental rock formations, the Tasman National Park is...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$131
Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch

The Hunter Valley Grains & Grapes Tour takes you on a delicious wine, cheese & spirits tour with lunch just a few hours north of …More

The Hunter Valley Grains & Grapes Tour takes you on a delicious wine, cheese & spirits tour with lunch just a few hours north of...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Blue Mountains Private Tour - Majestic Views -Pick up & Drop off

Consider escaping to the breathtaking Blue Mountains, located just 1.5 hours from the city. This stunning region, sitting over 1,000 meters above sea level, will …More

Consider escaping to the breathtaking Blue Mountains, located just 1.5 hours from the city. This stunning region, sitting over 1,000 meters above sea level, will...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$235
Sydney's Secrets and Scandals Walking Tour

Sydney's history isn't just convicts and colonial buildings. It's unknown secrets, scandals, hidden tunnels, outrageous characters and stories hiding in plain sight. On this tour, …More

Sydney's history isn't just convicts and colonial buildings. It's unknown secrets, scandals, hidden tunnels, outrageous characters and stories hiding in plain sight. On this tour,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Great Ocean Road 12 apostles PRIVATE Luxury Tour 5 PAX all incl.

This private tour offers you an unparalleled experience along the Great Ocean Road, where you can enjoy the natural beauty, history, and wildlife of the …More

This private tour offers you an unparalleled experience along the Great Ocean Road, where you can enjoy the natural beauty, history, and wildlife of the...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$694
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road's Hidden Gems & 12 Apostles

The journey is just as memorable as the destination. Rather than rushing straight to the Twelve Apostles, our tour follows the Great Ocean Road's classic …More

The journey is just as memorable as the destination. Rather than rushing straight to the Twelve Apostles, our tour follows the Great Ocean Road's classic...

12 to 14 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
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