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

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Eumundi Markets Bus Transfer: Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast & Noosa

Embark on a unique adventure with our Return Bus Transfer to the renowned Eumundi Markets from Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. Immerse yourself in Australia's …More

Embark on a unique adventure with our Return Bus Transfer to the renowned Eumundi Markets from Noosa and the Sunshine Coast. Immerse yourself in Australia's...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$45
Remote K'gari (Fraser Island) & Whale Experience

This is no ordinary Fraser Island and whale watching day tour. With Tasman Venture you can discover the hidden and remote parts Fraser Island whilst …More

This is no ordinary Fraser Island and whale watching day tour. With Tasman Venture you can discover the hidden and remote parts Fraser Island whilst...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Boat Club's World Class Whale Watching from Hervey Bay

Join us for a world class, 4hr whale watch from sunny Hervey Bay aboard the comfortable Amaroo. Includes morning/afternoon tea. …More

Join us for a world class, 4hr whale watch from sunny Hervey Bay aboard the comfortable Amaroo. Includes morning/afternoon tea....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$83
Tasmanian Seafood Gourmet Full-Day Cruise Including Lunch

Discover the underwater culinary treasures of Tasmania on a full-day gourmet seafood cruise. Watch your expert guide dive for abalone and sea urchin, then watch …More

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Discover the underwater culinary treasures of Tasmania on a full-day gourmet seafood cruise. Watch your expert guide dive for abalone and sea urchin, then watch...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$483
Daintree River 'Sunset' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman

A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching …More

A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$52
Perth Kayak Tour - Canning River Wetlands

Let us take you outdoors and off the beaten track on a kayak journey of discovery through the very heart of Perth in an area …More

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Let us take you outdoors and off the beaten track on a kayak journey of discovery through the very heart of Perth in an area...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$68
Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

Time and time again the Best of Wildlife tour impresses those who choose to take part. A half day, afternoon tour, we travel at the …More

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Time and time again the Best of Wildlife tour impresses those who choose to take part. A half day, afternoon tour, we travel at the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$103
Flying Fox Experience, Thousands of Australia's Largest Bat

Join this out of this world experience - see 6 thousand of Australias largest. They are extremely active during the day!!! Observe there massive 3 …More

Join this out of this world experience - see 6 thousand of Australias largest. They are extremely active during the day!!! Observe there massive 3...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$55
SHORE EXCURSION - Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart

THIS PRODUCT IS SPECIFIC FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS. Explore the beaches, national parks, rugged coastline and native wildlife of Bruny Island on this full-day, guided …More

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THIS PRODUCT IS SPECIFIC FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS. Explore the beaches, national parks, rugged coastline and native wildlife of Bruny Island on this full-day, guided...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Gold Coast's Broadwater Private Calm Water Fishing

Spacious boat 'Beachcomber' is big enough for guests to comfortably be able to move around, yet small enough to be versatile for Calm-water Fishing on …More

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Spacious boat 'Beachcomber' is big enough for guests to comfortably be able to move around, yet small enough to be versatile for Calm-water Fishing on...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$86
Blue Mountains Wilderness Wonder

Thrive in the UNESCO‑listed Blue Mountains National Park, wandering along dramatic cliff‑edge trails and uncovering majestic canyons, sheer sandstone walls, and picturesque hidden waterfalls. Enjoy …More

Thrive in the UNESCO‑listed Blue Mountains National Park, wandering along dramatic cliff‑edge trails and uncovering majestic canyons, sheer sandstone walls, and picturesque hidden waterfalls. Enjoy...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Dusk Discovery Tour

Wildlife Wonders' Sanctuary offers a glimpse into an Otways habitat before the arrival of predators such as foxes and cats. Wildlife lives freely in a …More

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Wildlife Wonders' Sanctuary offers a glimpse into an Otways habitat before the arrival of predators such as foxes and cats. Wildlife lives freely in a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$66
Perth Jet Ski Tour

Enjoy the picturesque coast of the Perth area on a 1- or 1.5-hour Jet Ski tour around Cockburn Sound and Garden Island, just south of …More

Enjoy the picturesque coast of the Perth area on a 1- or 1.5-hour Jet Ski tour around Cockburn Sound and Garden Island, just south of...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$181
Sydney: Royal National Park Private Tour

Explore the beauty of the Royal National Park on a private full‑day tour tailored to your group. Travel with an experienced and attentive guide to …More

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Explore the beauty of the Royal National Park on a private full‑day tour tailored to your group. Travel with an experienced and attentive guide to...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$234
nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour

This 6.5 hour tour (8 hours on a Saturday) is a perfect way to see nipaluna (Hobart) major attractions including Salamanca market (Saturday only). It's …More

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This 6.5 hour tour (8 hours on a Saturday) is a perfect way to see nipaluna (Hobart) major attractions including Salamanca market (Saturday only). It's...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$69
Ningaloo Reef Snorkel Adventure

Snorkel Tour (land-based – no kayaking or boating included). Travel into UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cape Range National Park to enjoy a guided snorkel from the …More

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Snorkel Tour (land-based – no kayaking or boating included). Travel into UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cape Range National Park to enjoy a guided snorkel from the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$152
Longreach: 4-Hour Starlights Cruise Experience

An evening of outback tradition and legend. Cruise down the splendid Thomson River at sunset on one of our heritage boats. Watch the birds come …More

An evening of outback tradition and legend. Cruise down the splendid Thomson River at sunset on one of our heritage boats. Watch the birds come...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Sip, Savour & Stroll: Barossa to Hahndorf

Barossa / Hahndorf Tours This food and wine experience showcases the boutique and the more well know wineries and gourmet culinary delights of South Australia's …More

Barossa / Hahndorf Tours This food and wine experience showcases the boutique and the more well know wineries and gourmet culinary delights of South Australia's...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Blue Mountains Day Tour from Sydney

Our Blue Mountains Day Tour offers a high-quality experience. Starting city pickup at 7:00 am, the first highlight of the day includes a stop at …More

Our Blue Mountains Day Tour offers a high-quality experience. Starting city pickup at 7:00 am, the first highlight of the day includes a stop at...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
Grand Port Arthur with guided Isle of the Dead tour

Set off on a full day trip from Hobart and discover Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasman National Park and the Isle of the Dead! Our …More

Set off on a full day trip from Hobart and discover Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasman National Park and the Isle of the Dead! Our...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$139
'Feed Me' Food and Wine Experience in Adelaide

Indulge in an enticing "feed me" style menu created by our Head Chef. Our talented culinary team has curated a menu that celebrates the best …More

Indulge in an enticing "feed me" style menu created by our Head Chef. Our talented culinary team has curated a menu that celebrates the best...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$83
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