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

Queensland, Australia
Guided Eco Segway Tours Four Mile Beach Port Douglas

Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing …More

Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$93
Brisbane Kayak or Bike Hire

New to town or just want to take an easy ride through Brisbane’s inner city hot spots? Cycle, Rollerblade, Scooter or Kickbike your way around …More

New to town or just want to take an easy ride through Brisbane’s inner city hot spots? Cycle, Rollerblade, Scooter or Kickbike your way around...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$35
Airlie Beach Sunset Sail in Style- BYO drinks & low guest numbers

Welcome aboard SV Wings III, a luxe 60-foot sailing vessel- the one & only bring your own choice of drinks Cruise in Airlie Beach. Large …More

Welcome aboard SV Wings III, a luxe 60-foot sailing vessel- the one & only bring your own choice of drinks Cruise in Airlie Beach. Large...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$76
Explore Brisbane Like a Local: 3-Hour Custom Private Walking Tour

Explore Brisbane’s vibrant heart on an exclusive 3-hour private walking tour tailored specifically to your group’s interests and pace. Step beyond standard sightseeing to uncover …More

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Explore Brisbane’s vibrant heart on an exclusive 3-hour private walking tour tailored specifically to your group’s interests and pace. Step beyond standard sightseeing to uncover...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$208
Sunshine Coast High Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park

The highest and most thrilling adventure park in Australia with more than 100 challenges and 10 awesome ziplines including over a lagoon! …More

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The highest and most thrilling adventure park in Australia with more than 100 challenges and 10 awesome ziplines including over a lagoon!...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$55
Gold Coast: 1-Hour Jetski Tour from Surfers Paradise

Get ready for our adrenaline-fueled 1 hour odyssey, designed for adventure-seekers who want maximum fun with minimal stops. Your journey begins weaving through the rivers …More

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Get ready for our adrenaline-fueled 1 hour odyssey, designed for adventure-seekers who want maximum fun with minimal stops. Your journey begins weaving through the rivers...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$138
Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the …More

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$163
Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island

Join a professional crew aboard a custom-built vessel for snorkeling, an introductory diving with an experienced instructor, or two certified dives in the UNESCO-listed Great …More

Join a professional crew aboard a custom-built vessel for snorkeling, an introductory diving with an experienced instructor, or two certified dives in the UNESCO-listed Great...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$272
Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Reef & Rainforest

Looking for some adventure in paradise? Get high in the sky on a tandem skydive over Cairns with spectacular bird's-eye views of the Great Barrier …More

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Looking for some adventure in paradise? Get high in the sky on a tandem skydive over Cairns with spectacular bird's-eye views of the Great Barrier...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$245
30 min Jet Ski Safari

30 Minute Jet Ski, our mini safari! The half hour Safari will blast you along pristine beaches, Wave Break Island, through Crab Island, south of …More

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30 Minute Jet Ski, our mini safari! The half hour Safari will blast you along pristine beaches, Wave Break Island, through Crab Island, south of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Gold Coast 2 Hr Sunset PRIVATE Sailing Charter with Drinks & Food

Sun sailing exclusive charters are perfect for an intimate sailing experience. Just you and your chosen people will sail the Gold Coast Broadwater aboard our …More

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Sun sailing exclusive charters are perfect for an intimate sailing experience. Just you and your chosen people will sail the Gold Coast Broadwater aboard our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$687
2 Day Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great …More

Over two days you will experience the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef and explore two Outer Great...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$316
Airlie Beach Glass bottom boat Scenic Sunset Tour

Join our 1.5-hour Sunset Tour for a unique Whitsundays experience. Cruise comfortably on our vessel, offering the best sunset vantage point. Enjoy a complimentary bus …More

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Join our 1.5-hour Sunset Tour for a unique Whitsundays experience. Cruise comfortably on our vessel, offering the best sunset vantage point. Enjoy a complimentary bus...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$68
Daintree, Mossman Gorge and Wildlife Tour from Cairns

Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts …More

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Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Airlie Beach Sightseeing Explorer- 3 hr Snaphots & highlights

This is your backstage pass to the Whitsundays lifestyle on a vibrant 3-hour sightseeing tour. This scenic crafted tour promises an engaging experience with a …More

This is your backstage pass to the Whitsundays lifestyle on a vibrant 3-hour sightseeing tour. This scenic crafted tour promises an engaging experience with a...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer …More

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'

Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves …More

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Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves...

2 to 8 hours
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$3,774
Noosa eMtn Bike Tour: Exploring a National Park on Fun MTB Trails

Electric Mountain Bikes are a game-changer!! - See More. Go Further - No One Left Behind. Have More Fun. - Climb Anything. Don't Sweat It. …More

Electric Mountain Bikes are a game-changer!! - See More. Go Further - No One Left Behind. Have More Fun. - Climb Anything. Don't Sweat It....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$193
North Stradbroke Island Private Tour with Pickup

On the North Stradbroke Island Tour, migrating whales can be spotted from June to October, along with dolphins and turtles all year round. The island …More

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On the North Stradbroke Island Tour, migrating whales can be spotted from June to October, along with dolphins and turtles all year round. The island...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$191
Maiala Rainforest Tour

• Immerse yourself in lush subtropical rainforest • Guided wildlife spotting and birdwatching • See wild pademelons in their natural habitat • Ancient trees and …More

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• Immerse yourself in lush subtropical rainforest • Guided wildlife spotting and birdwatching • See wild pademelons in their natural habitat • Ancient trees and...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$167
2 Hour Private Surf Lesson at Surfers Paradise

Whether you’re an individual determined to get up on that first wave and wanting your own personal surfing experience; or even a more experienced surfer …More

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Whether you’re an individual determined to get up on that first wave and wanting your own personal surfing experience; or even a more experienced surfer...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$184
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