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

Australia, Oceania
Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast …More

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Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$103
Barossa Discovery Day-A private, wine tour to the Barossa Valley

I will tailor each private wine tour to the individual and their interests in the Barossa and allow them to be able to see some …More

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I will tailor each private wine tour to the individual and their interests in the Barossa and allow them to be able to see some...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$521
Pinnacles Lobster Yanchep Small Group Day Tour from Perth

Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. The Pinnacles and Yanchep region is …More

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Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. The Pinnacles and Yanchep region is...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
Eden Shore Excursion: 2-Hour Scenic Beaches & Lookouts Tour

Arriving in Eden by cruise ship with limited time? Want wild coastal nature and time left to explore the town? Our 2-Hour Nature Highlights Shore …More

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Arriving in Eden by cruise ship with limited time? Want wild coastal nature and time left to explore the town? Our 2-Hour Nature Highlights Shore...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$104
Mammoth Cave Self-guided Audio Tour (Located in Western Australia)

Look out for the 50,000-year-old zygomaturus jawbone, a relic of a large wombat-like herbivore, still embedded in the cave wall. Wander along the gently sloping …More

Look out for the 50,000-year-old zygomaturus jawbone, a relic of a large wombat-like herbivore, still embedded in the cave wall. Wander along the gently sloping...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$18
Guided Koala Walk and Bushfire ecology tour

The sanctuary is famous for its biodiversity and is the best place in Australia to see a colony of healthy wild koalas living in the …More

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The sanctuary is famous for its biodiversity and is the best place in Australia to see a colony of healthy wild koalas living in the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
2 Hour Ultimate Learn to Surf Adventure

This is the ultimate Australian Surfing Adventure. Experience the thrill as you learn surfing, have a laugh and make new friends. With a maximum of …More

This is the ultimate Australian Surfing Adventure. Experience the thrill as you learn surfing, have a laugh and make new friends. With a maximum of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
Koala Walking Tour in Kangaroo Island

Experience the beauty of Kangaroo Island first hand as your guide leads you past the dunes of Little Sahara and then on into the surrounding …More

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Experience the beauty of Kangaroo Island first hand as your guide leads you past the dunes of Little Sahara and then on into the surrounding...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$53
Virtual Room - 40-50min VR Escape Game Adventure for 2+ Players

The future of entertainment is now here with Virtual Room – the world’s best team-based VR experience located in central Melbourne. Blending the escape room …More

The future of entertainment is now here with Virtual Room – the world’s best team-based VR experience located in central Melbourne. Blending the escape room...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$38
PRIVATE Blue Mountains Tour, Wildlife Park and River Cruise

A tour ONLY for just your family and friends plus our professional guide. No waiting around for others, the day is designed for your pace …More

A tour ONLY for just your family and friends plus our professional guide. No waiting around for others, the day is designed for your pace...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (118)
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$370
Paronella Park, Waterfalls & Lake Barrine Day Tour from Cairns

Our tour was established in 1997 and is the Original Tablelands-Paronella Park tour. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned mini coach with local naturalist guides and …More

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Our tour was established in 1997 and is the Original Tablelands-Paronella Park tour. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned mini coach with local naturalist guides and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$159
Gin + Rum Tasting Trail Tour at Husk Farm Distillery

A incredible taste of the region. Learn about the area, the geology and why this is a great place to make spirits that reflect this …More

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A incredible taste of the region. Learn about the area, the geology and why this is a great place to make spirits that reflect this...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$34
Private Barossa Valley Helicopter Flight: Jacob's Creek & Lyndoch

See the Barossa Valley from a private helicopter, with only your group on board. Lift off from Barossa Helicopters in Lyndoch, on the family farm …More

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See the Barossa Valley from a private helicopter, with only your group on board. Lift off from Barossa Helicopters in Lyndoch, on the family farm...

10 to 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$190
Rottnest Island Scenic Flight or 1/2 Day stopover

Arrive at Jandakot Airport at a time of your choosing, and get ready to depart on an incredible scenic adventure. Jump on one of our …More

Arrive at Jandakot Airport at a time of your choosing, and get ready to depart on an incredible scenic adventure. Jump on one of our...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$278
Half-Day Private Discover Dive at Australia's Iconic Beach

Ready to try scuba diving? Scuba diving is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have. It's like being a kid again—you get to …More

Ready to try scuba diving? Scuba diving is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have. It's like being a kid again—you get to...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$365
Winemaking Class at McCaffrey's Estate

This blending experience is perfect for wine lovers of all levels – whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of …More

This blending experience is perfect for wine lovers of all levels – whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$87
Experience SA Barossa Wine Tour- Pickup from Adelaide Area

Explore the Barossa in our spacious Kia Carnival vehicles, accommodating up to seven people comfortably. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply love wine, …More

Explore the Barossa in our spacious Kia Carnival vehicles, accommodating up to seven people comfortably. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply love wine,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$115
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight - FREE Photos + Video

From the vantage point of a wicker basket, you see the city laid out in miniature, the view is not static, and we’re moving with …More

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From the vantage point of a wicker basket, you see the city laid out in miniature, the view is not static, and we’re moving with...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$427
Gold Coast Canyon Flyer Zipline Tour

The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast. …More

The Canyon Flyer guided zipline tour is Australia’s largest, highest and fastest guided zipline tour and one the most exciting adventure on the Gold Coast....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails …More

Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (160)
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$124
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this …More

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
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