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

Queensland, Australia
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
Montville, Maleny and Sunshine Coast Hinterland Tour with Lunch

This is an all-inclusive tour of Maleny, Montville and the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide …More

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This is an all-inclusive tour of Maleny, Montville and the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$200
Sunshine Coast Jet ski Epic

An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this half day jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you …More

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An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this half day jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$368
The Jolly Roger

A swashbuckling 60 minute rollick in Pumicestone Passage, where we adjust the adrenalin rush and the route to suit the crew. The perfect all weather …More

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The Jolly Roger

A swashbuckling 60 minute rollick in Pumicestone Passage, where we adjust the adrenalin rush and the route to suit the crew. The perfect all weather...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$191
Noosa Ocean Adventures: Whale Watch

Encounter the majestic Humpback Whales in the pristine waters of Noosa on a unique and intimate Whale Watching cruise with one of the most experienced …More

Encounter the majestic Humpback Whales in the pristine waters of Noosa on a unique and intimate Whale Watching cruise with one of the most experienced...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above …More

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
Adventure Whale Watching Tour Mooloolaba

THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN MOOLOOLABA, ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP! Back this season with our new vessel ‘KRAKEN’. A purpose built 1200HP Woody …More

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THE BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN MOOLOOLABA, ONLY 20 GUESTS PER TRIP! Back this season with our new vessel ‘KRAKEN’. A purpose built 1200HP Woody...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Cairns History Walking Tour

Walk through the heart of Cairns and journey back in time on a tour full of stories, secrets, and surprises. From the city’s early settlers …More

Walk through the heart of Cairns and journey back in time on a tour full of stories, secrets, and surprises. From the city’s early settlers...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$37
Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Palm Cove

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

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Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$222
Brisbane's closest Hot Air Balloon Flights - City & Country views - 1 hr flight!

Watch the sunrise as you glide over the Greater Brisbane region including heritage city of Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside, on a 1-hour scenic …More

Watch the sunrise as you glide over the Greater Brisbane region including heritage city of Ipswich, Scenic Rim & Somerset countryside, on a 1-hour scenic...

4 hours
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$342
Tamborine Mountain Food & Wine Tour from the Gold Coast

Premium food and wine experience. Enjoy a personalised small group tour. This is a Tamborine Mountain tour like no other. Experience Tamborine through the eyes …More

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Premium food and wine experience. Enjoy a personalised small group tour. This is a Tamborine Mountain tour like no other. Experience Tamborine through the eyes...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Noosa ocean adventure & Dolphin safari.

Best Noosa Dolphin Tour & Fast Boat Ocean Adventure — Experience one of the top-rated things to do in Noosa with local father-and-son crew Mike …More

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Best Noosa Dolphin Tour & Fast Boat Ocean Adventure — Experience one of the top-rated things to do in Noosa with local father-and-son crew Mike...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes

This immersive tour invites you to delve deep into the secrets and treasures of this tropical paradise, led by Tim Bee, Izzy’s dad from the …More

This immersive tour invites you to delve deep into the secrets and treasures of this tropical paradise, led by Tim Bee, Izzy’s dad from the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$79
Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Gold Coast

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate …More

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$228
Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes

Our Five Beach Bay Jet Ski Tour offers 90 minutes of hands-on adventure, sightseeing, and education. Departing Horseshoe Bay, guests captain their own jet ski …More

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Our Five Beach Bay Jet Ski Tour offers 90 minutes of hands-on adventure, sightseeing, and education. Departing Horseshoe Bay, guests captain their own jet ski...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$167
Noosa: Epic Whale Watching On Ocean Kayaks & Beach 4X4 Tour

Unlike standard whale watching boat tours, this experience is a full-day eco adventure into the remote Great Sandy National Park from Noosa. Your tour includes: …More

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Unlike standard whale watching boat tours, this experience is a full-day eco adventure into the remote Great Sandy National Park from Noosa. Your tour includes:...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling …More

Enjoy a relaxing sailing experience aboard a luxury sailboat during a sunset cruise on the calm waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Sip on sparkling...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$83
Kangaroos, mangroves and the ocean

• See wild kangaroos in their natural habitat • Wildlife photography opportunities • Discover birdlife on a guided walk • Coastal scenery and ocean view …More

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• See wild kangaroos in their natural habitat • Wildlife photography opportunities • Discover birdlife on a guided walk • Coastal scenery and ocean view...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$167
Ziplining Cape Tribulation with Treetops Adventures

Zipline through the oldest rainforest on Earth with Treetops Adventures. You'll explore the rainforest canopy by ziplining up to 15m above the ground. The guided …More

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Zipline through the oldest rainforest on Earth with Treetops Adventures. You'll explore the rainforest canopy by ziplining up to 15m above the ground. The guided...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$103
Cairns to Port Douglas ONE WAY Private Transfer 6 pax

Sit back, relax, and savor the journey as we chauffeur you along one of Australia's most breathtaking drives. Upon your arrival, our friendly driver will …More

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Sit back, relax, and savor the journey as we chauffeur you along one of Australia's most breathtaking drives. Upon your arrival, our friendly driver will...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$200
Taribelang Bunda Cultural Tours

Join Taribelang Bunda guides and immerse yourself in Dreamtime as they paint a picture of what life was like prior to colonisation intertwining European and …More

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Join Taribelang Bunda guides and immerse yourself in Dreamtime as they paint a picture of what life was like prior to colonisation intertwining European and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$73
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