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

Australia, Oceania
Margies Big Day Out: The Ultimate Wine, Brewery & Distillery Tour

Looking for the ultimate Margaret River day out? Join Margies Big Day Out and discover Margaret River's favourite mix of wine, beer, food and fun …More

Looking for the ultimate Margaret River day out? Join Margies Big Day Out and discover Margaret River's favourite mix of wine, beer, food and fun...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (484)
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$128
Katherine Outback Experience Show Ticket

Katherine Outback Experience is owned and operated by multiple Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire Tom Curtain. The outback show provides a unique window into …More

Katherine Outback Experience is owned and operated by multiple Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire Tom Curtain. The outback show provides a unique window into...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (327)
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$58
Mosaic Art Classes Sydney: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Art Masterclass is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Sydney. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the …More

Art Masterclass is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Sydney. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$55
Established Return Airport Transfer Proserpine to Airlie Beach

Experience the Whitsundays' most established airport transfer service - your family-owned local experts for over 18 years. Skip taxi queues and travel comfortably between Proserpine …More

Experience the Whitsundays' most established airport transfer service - your family-owned local experts for over 18 years. Skip taxi queues and travel comfortably between Proserpine...

35 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (143)
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$33
Mosaic Art Classes Melbourne: Turkish Lamp Workshop

You will learn and practice assembling geometric patterning as well as techniques for laying the tiles (tesserae). Using your selected geometric template you will be …More

You will learn and practice assembling geometric patterning as well as techniques for laying the tiles (tesserae). Using your selected geometric template you will be...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (332)
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$55
Mosaic Art Classes Brisbane: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Our experience is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Brisbane. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the …More

Our experience is a premier, boutique art Studio, offering a mix of traditional craft workshops in Brisbane. We are Australia’s first workshop to teach the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (214)
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$55
Sealink Bike & Ferry Package from Fremantle

Discover Rottnest Island by bicycle and experience over 63 beaches and 20 bays as you explore this unique A Class Reserve. Cycling is environmentally friendly …More

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Discover Rottnest Island by bicycle and experience over 63 beaches and 20 bays as you explore this unique A Class Reserve. Cycling is environmentally friendly...

1 day Free Cancellation
4.5 (70)
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$88
Great Ocean Road Ultimate Two Day Tour

See more of the Great Ocean Road and spend two full days touring one of the world's most scenic coastal roads. Traveling in a comfortable …More

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See more of the Great Ocean Road and spend two full days touring one of the world's most scenic coastal roads. Traveling in a comfortable...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (73)
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$260
Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ, …More

Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (73)
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$494
The Virtual Solar System Highlights: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

Explore the Astronomy Capital of Australia on a driving tour from Coonabarabran's Visitor Centre to Siding Spring Observatory. • See 6 of the 9 three-dimensional …More

Explore the Astronomy Capital of Australia on a driving tour from Coonabarabran's Visitor Centre to Siding Spring Observatory. • See 6 of the 9 three-dimensional...

1 to 2 hours
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$7
Magic Men Cabaret Show

This is Sydney's only all-male cast and cabaret show that runs weekly since 2017. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hens party or just a girl's …More

This is Sydney's only all-male cast and cabaret show that runs weekly since 2017. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hens party or just a girl's...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (289)
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$45
Big Red Full Day Private Tour

This is the only Red London Cab operating in Australia, so unique is an understatement. As soon as you see the car you will start …More

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This is the only Red London Cab operating in Australia, so unique is an understatement. As soon as you see the car you will start...

7 hours 15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (42)
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$146
Sydney Harbour 3 or 4-Course Early Dinner Cruise (Circular Quay)

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether …More

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (96)
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$89
Clare Valley Wine Tour. Local Guide, Clare Valley pickup, & lunch

Most visitors come for the wine. My aim is that you'll remember the Clare Valley. Clare’s an old wine region off the beaten track. Its …More

Most visitors come for the wine. My aim is that you'll remember the Clare Valley. Clare’s an old wine region off the beaten track. Its...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (71)
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$169
HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass

Immerse yourself in a day of art, culture, and breathtaking waterfront views with the HOTA - Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass. …More

Immerse yourself in a day of art, culture, and breathtaking waterfront views with the HOTA - Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass....

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (4)
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$28
Pinnacles Desert Sunset Stargazing Adventure Tour from Perth

Escape the city lights and experience the Pinnacles at their most magical on this sunset-to-stars adventure along Western Australia’s Coral Coast. Designed to avoid the …More

Escape the city lights and experience the Pinnacles at their most magical on this sunset-to-stars adventure along Western Australia’s Coral Coast. Designed to avoid the...

9 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (82)
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$120
Blue Mountains Day Tour with Zoo and Scenic World Japanese Guide

Discover the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains on a full-day tour featuring breathtaking views and unique wildlife experiences. Just a short drive from Sydney, …More

Discover the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains on a full-day tour featuring breathtaking views and unique wildlife experiences. Just a short drive from Sydney,...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (162)
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$153
Pippies 3 Day/2 Night K'gari (Fraser Island) Adventure

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced …More

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced...

3 days Free Cancellation
4.9 (350)
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$454
Sydney Harbour 3-Course Early Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether …More

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (1,192)
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$89
Sydney Harbour 2 or 3-Course Lunch Cruise (Darling Harbour)

Cruise Sydney Harbour onboard flagship super-cruiser MV Sydney 2000. Enjoy stunning views of Sydney Harbour from the upper deck with optional guranteed window seating, superb …More

Cruise Sydney Harbour onboard flagship super-cruiser MV Sydney 2000. Enjoy stunning views of Sydney Harbour from the upper deck with optional guranteed window seating, superb...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (302)
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$75
Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour

Embark on an epic journey with a real Australian from the bush! Say g'day to koalas and kangaroos, soak up stunning views, and discover secret …More

Embark on an epic journey with a real Australian from the bush! Say g'day to koalas and kangaroos, soak up stunning views, and discover secret...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (373)
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$355
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