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

Australia, Oceania
Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay

This is the best way to use a Carbon Neutral travel to find migrating whales as they cruise north in Winter and south in Spring …More

This is the best way to use a Carbon Neutral travel to find migrating whales as they cruise north in Winter and south in Spring...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Ultimate Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest 45-minute Helicopter Tour

Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and …More

Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$473
Full Day Birdlife Tour in Bribie Island

If you are looking for an island getaway with abundant birdlife, look no further. Bribie Island is a hidden gem connected to the mainland by …More

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If you are looking for an island getaway with abundant birdlife, look no further. Bribie Island is a hidden gem connected to the mainland by...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$194
'56 Chevrolet 3-hr Melbourne Classic Car Private Tour (4 ppl)

Let me open that door for you! d'Luxe Classic Car Tours offer personalised day tour experiences in America's favourite cars from the fifties for a …More

Let me open that door for you! d'Luxe Classic Car Tours offer personalised day tour experiences in America's favourite cars from the fifties for a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$373
Taste of Melbourne Food Tour

Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour to explore a slice of the Melbourne culinary scene. During this food journey, follow a guide to a selection of …More

Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour to explore a slice of the Melbourne culinary scene. During this food journey, follow a guide to a selection of...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Customized private winery day tour in Mornington Peninsula at your own choices

Customize your own private winery tour with the support from our expert staff. Enjoy Australia's best wines and beautiful vineyards at very affordable cost! Budget, …More

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Customize your own private winery tour with the support from our expert staff. Enjoy Australia's best wines and beautiful vineyards at very affordable cost! Budget,...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$590
Melbourne Art Deco Architecture Tour

Discover Melbourne’s fascinating Art Deco architecture on this small-group, 2-hour walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of Melbourne while admiring fine examples of …More

Discover Melbourne’s fascinating Art Deco architecture on this small-group, 2-hour walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of Melbourne while admiring fine examples of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Half-Day or Full-Day Tour with Private Guide from Melbourne

If you're looking for a personalized sightseeing experience in Melbourne, book this half-day or full-day customized tour with a private guide who will take you …More

If you're looking for a personalized sightseeing experience in Melbourne, book this half-day or full-day customized tour with a private guide who will take you...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$660
Private Great Ocean Road Day Trip from Melbourne

A private, fully customisable Great Ocean Road journey from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles — ideal for couples, families and small groups who want to …More

A private, fully customisable Great Ocean Road journey from Melbourne to the 12 Apostles — ideal for couples, families and small groups who want to...

10 to 14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$81
Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles …More

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$115
Half Day Swan Valley and Wildlife Park Tour

A scenic tour of the popular Swan Valley region packed full of amazing, authentic Australian experiences including local produce and wildlife encounters. …More

A scenic tour of the popular Swan Valley region packed full of amazing, authentic Australian experiences including local produce and wildlife encounters....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$135
Whitewater Sports rafting on the Yarra river

Are you ready for some adrenaline fuelled grade 2 white-water rafting? Look no further! Tackle Melbourne’s very own Yarra river in a two-person inflatable sports …More

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Are you ready for some adrenaline fuelled grade 2 white-water rafting? Look no further! Tackle Melbourne’s very own Yarra river in a two-person inflatable sports...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Kuranda Highlights including Rainforestation Aboriginal Culture and Wildlife R1B

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park and …More

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park and...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$95
Victor Harbor and Southern Highlights from Adelaide

From the vines to the sea, travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula. Pass through the historical port town Goolwa and …More

From the vines to the sea, travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula. Pass through the historical port town Goolwa and...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
Behind The Scenes Tour

Wines of distinction start in the vineyard. Discover terroir and how Cape Mentelle’s coastal location becomes the essence to our winemaking philosophies. Take your own …More

Wines of distinction start in the vineyard. Discover terroir and how Cape Mentelle’s coastal location becomes the essence to our winemaking philosophies. Take your own...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully …More

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully...

1 hour
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$96
Great Beach Drive 4WD Tour - Private Charter from Noosa to Rainbow Beach

Escape the city for this private 8-hour 4WD drive experience as you take in the constantly changing scenery and locations that will take your breath …More

Escape the city for this private 8-hour 4WD drive experience as you take in the constantly changing scenery and locations that will take your breath...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$899
12 Apostles and Otway Fly Zipline Day Trip from Melbourne

On this day trip from Melbourne, spend the morning at the 12 Apostles before heading to the Otway Fly for an afternoon adventure flying between …More

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On this day trip from Melbourne, spend the morning at the 12 Apostles before heading to the Otway Fly for an afternoon adventure flying between...

13 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
Bendigo, Echuca & The Mighty Murray

See 2 cities in 1 day Get to explore underground, travel on a tram and paddle steamer. A relaxing day …More

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See 2 cities in 1 day Get to explore underground, travel on a tram and paddle steamer. A relaxing day...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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30 Minutes Jet Ski Safari

No licence or experience needed! Sydney Jet Ski Safaris is the only Jet Ski Tour Business in Sydney and the only place in the entirety …More

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No licence or experience needed! Sydney Jet Ski Safaris is the only Jet Ski Tour Business in Sydney and the only place in the entirety...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$103
Cairns hidden gems, Historic Village Herberton and Tableland

Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine, …More

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Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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