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

Australia, Oceania
Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

A visit to Sydney is not complete without a tour to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Sydney Scenic Private Tours offers a truly unforgettable …More

A visit to Sydney is not complete without a tour to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Sydney Scenic Private Tours offers a truly unforgettable...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$207
Great Barrier Reef & Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise from Cairns

Sail from Cairns aboard a luxury sailing catamaran to Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque sand cay on Great Barrier Reef. Encircled by fringing reef of beautiful …More

Sail from Cairns aboard a luxury sailing catamaran to Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque sand cay on Great Barrier Reef. Encircled by fringing reef of beautiful...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$199
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous …More

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$96
Uluru Sunrise (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta Half Day Trip

The early rise is well worth it as you experience the two major landmarks in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Start with an amazing sunrise at …More

The early rise is well worth it as you experience the two major landmarks in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Start with an amazing sunrise at...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$115
Byron Bay Wildlife Safari

Our Wildlife Safari takes you to three different habitats near Byron Bay. You’ll visit eucalyptus forest, rainforest and grassland to discover the animals that live …More

Our Wildlife Safari takes you to three different habitats near Byron Bay. You’ll visit eucalyptus forest, rainforest and grassland to discover the animals that live...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$138
Blue Mountains Ultimate One Day Tour from Sydney

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Blue Mountains National Park with your full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in luxury aboard your small-group van, perfect for up …More

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Blue Mountains National Park with your full-day tour from Sydney. Travel in luxury aboard your small-group van, perfect for up...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$271
Melbourne Sunset Kayaking Experience with Dinner

Experience stunning views of Melbourne's skyline on this 3 hour kayak paddle along the Yarra River at sunset, led by an experienced, friendly guide. Explore …More

Experience stunning views of Melbourne's skyline on this 3 hour kayak paddle along the Yarra River at sunset, led by an experienced, friendly guide. Explore...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf Half-Day Tour from Adelaide

Discover the Adelaide Hills, only a short drive from the Adelaide central business district, but a long way from the hustle and bustle of the …More

Discover the Adelaide Hills, only a short drive from the Adelaide central business district, but a long way from the hustle and bustle of the...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$72
Behana Adventure Tour

There is no other canyoning experience like this in Australia. Behana Gorge is the real thing: natural rock slides, cliff jumps, and abseiling down granite …More

There is no other canyoning experience like this in Australia. Behana Gorge is the real thing: natural rock slides, cliff jumps, and abseiling down granite...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$184
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

Paddle with dolphins and go kayaking with the experts on a Byron Bay sea kayak tour. See bottlenose dolphins and look out for whales and …More

Paddle with dolphins and go kayaking with the experts on a Byron Bay sea kayak tour. See bottlenose dolphins and look out for whales and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$68
Hidden Bars & Laneway Legends Tour Of Melbourne

Experience the best of the City in three hours: our famous laneways, our coolest bars and our fascinating history. Why do three different tours, when …More

Experience the best of the City in three hours: our famous laneways, our coolest bars and our fascinating history. Why do three different tours, when...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
Perth and Fremantle Half Day Tour

See the sights of Perth and Fremantle on an attraction-packed half-day tour that takes you into the city and along our coastline. You’ll see panoramic …More

See the sights of Perth and Fremantle on an attraction-packed half-day tour that takes you into the city and along our coastline. You’ll see panoramic...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$61
Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$83
Self-Guided Ngilgi Cave Ancient Lands Experience

The entrance to Ngilgi Cave begins with a breathtaking journey through time above ground at the Ancient Lands Experience, an accessible pathway that winds through …More

The entrance to Ngilgi Cave begins with a breathtaking journey through time above ground at the Ancient Lands Experience, an accessible pathway that winds through...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$22
Wildlife Night Spotting at Cradle Mountain

Join us on this evening tour for all ages as we travel into the National Park for a night spotting adventure searching for the locals …More

Join us on this evening tour for all ages as we travel into the National Park for a night spotting adventure searching for the locals...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$86
Cairns Aquarium Admission Ticket

Cairns Aquarium is an exciting, new all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of Cairns, open daily. Guests of all ages will have guaranteed interaction …More

Cairns Aquarium is an exciting, new all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of Cairns, open daily. Guests of all ages will have guaranteed interaction...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
After Dark Tasmanian Devil Feeding Tour at Cradle Mountain

The after dark feeding tour is an experience that is unique to Devils@Cradle. This tour provides an unforgettable experience, and the opportunity to observe these …More

The after dark feeding tour is an experience that is unique to Devils@Cradle. This tour provides an unforgettable experience, and the opportunity to observe these...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$30
Small-Group Grampians Great Wildlife Escape Day Trip with Hiking

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout, …More

Spend a full day visiting the heritage-listed Grampians National Park, famous for its natural beauty and Aboriginal rock art. Get spectacular views from Boroka Lookout,...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$117
Margaret River Wine Tour: The Full Bottle

The Cheers Full Bottle tour is exceptional value giving you an extensive overview of Margie's unique offerings. Our knowledgeable and witty guides will take you …More

The Cheers Full Bottle tour is exceptional value giving you an extensive overview of Margie's unique offerings. Our knowledgeable and witty guides will take you...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$135
Daintree River 'Dawn' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman

Start your day with a cruise on the mighty Daintree river.  This 2 hour cruise takes you on journey of discovery exploring the main river …More

Start your day with a cruise on the mighty Daintree river.  This 2 hour cruise takes you on journey of discovery exploring the main river...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
Hook A Barra Fishing Experience

A chance to catch one of Queensland's most iconic fish... if you can! Fun for all the family. The perfect activity to do on your …More

A chance to catch one of Queensland's most iconic fish... if you can! Fun for all the family. The perfect activity to do on your...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$53
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