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

Australia, Oceania
Half-Day Pemberton National Parks Beach and Forest Eco Adventure

Discover Western Australian wildlife, wildflowers and wilderness on this unique and beautiful off-road adventure through Pemberton's National Parks. Small intimate tours with knowledgeable and conscientious …More

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Discover Western Australian wildlife, wildflowers and wilderness on this unique and beautiful off-road adventure through Pemberton's National Parks. Small intimate tours with knowledgeable and conscientious...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (219)
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$147
Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour

IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE BOAT MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR EACH BOAT. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Adventure Tour®. Navigate …More

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IF BOOKING MORE THAN ONE BOAT MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR EACH BOAT. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Adventure Tour®. Navigate...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (126)
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$105
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

Picture yourself exploring the Hunter Valley, home to over 150 wineries from internationally renowned cellar doors to historic family owned wineries. This experience showcases multiple …More

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Picture yourself exploring the Hunter Valley, home to over 150 wineries from internationally renowned cellar doors to historic family owned wineries. This experience showcases multiple...

11 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (323)
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$144
Margaret River Private Surf Lesson

Our Private Group Surfing lessons are perfect for couples who want to share their experience with just the two of them; groups of friends or …More

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Our Private Group Surfing lessons are perfect for couples who want to share their experience with just the two of them; groups of friends or...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (112)
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$56
2.5 hour Snorkel / Turtle Tour on the Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth

**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling …More

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**cruise ship passengers - 11am tour is the only tour that works with the ships timing **** Cape Immersion Tours provides fantastic low key snorkeling...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$102
Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise

Small groups are defined as 24 passengers or less Take on the Majestic Murray River as you cruise on Captain Proud side paddle wheeler for …More

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Small groups are defined as 24 passengers or less Take on the Majestic Murray River as you cruise on Captain Proud side paddle wheeler for...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (422)
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$132
Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

Want the biggest, boldest day trip from Hobart? Join our small group road trip to one of the world’s most breathtaking places — Cradle Mountain …More

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Want the biggest, boldest day trip from Hobart? Join our small group road trip to one of the world’s most breathtaking places — Cradle Mountain...

15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (148)
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$189
Shore Excursion-Hobart Wanderer

Mt. Wellington, Richmond, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and Hobart city tour all in one day on this unforgettable shore excursion. Explore Hobart’s city streets before summiting …More

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Mt. Wellington, Richmond, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and Hobart city tour all in one day on this unforgettable shore excursion. Explore Hobart’s city streets before summiting...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (103)
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$118
Amazing Daintree Rainforest Tour Waterfall Hike, Lunch, Swim & Crocodile Cruise

There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL 8:30am - 4:30pm. We have been given exclusive …More

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There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL 8:30am - 4:30pm. We have been given exclusive...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$178
Rottnest Island Tandem Skydive

Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island, Rottnest and land right on the beach for an unforgettable experience. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES:  * Stunning flight to …More

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Skydive over WA's favourite holiday island, Rottnest and land right on the beach for an unforgettable experience. TANDEM SKYDIVE WITH GERONIMO INCLUDES:  * Stunning flight to...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (259)
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$349
Koala & Kangaroos Experience, Waterfalls and Scenic Train Journey

Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Kick off the day at …More

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Meet koalas, kangaroos and discover pretty waterfalls as you journey through the bays, beaches and bushland of the Central Coast. Kick off the day at...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$149
Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast

You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook …More

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You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$118
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Escapes is Territory owned and operated. Experienced local tour guides. Wildlife and Jumping Croc cruise which is a private boat cruise for our passengers …More

Litchfield Escapes is Territory owned and operated. Experienced local tour guides. Wildlife and Jumping Croc cruise which is a private boat cruise for our passengers...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,227)
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$164
Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney

Explore the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, by indulging in some of its best flavours on this day tour from Sydney. The Hunter Valley has …More

Explore the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, by indulging in some of its best flavours on this day tour from Sydney. The Hunter Valley has...

11 to 12 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (310)
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$203
Puffing Billy And Healesville Sanctuary Scenic Tour

Visit some of the Yarra Valley's finest attractions from the picturesque Dandenong Ranges through to the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary. You will get to ride the …More

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Visit some of the Yarra Valley's finest attractions from the picturesque Dandenong Ranges through to the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary. You will get to ride the...

8 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (486)
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$137
LookAbout Darwin, Wetlands & Wildlife Premium Tour - Max 6 Guests

A Premium Top End Nature Tour - Genuine Small Group - max 6 traveling in a Mercedes Touring Vehicle with your own window seat. Starting …More

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A Premium Top End Nature Tour - Genuine Small Group - max 6 traveling in a Mercedes Touring Vehicle with your own window seat. Starting...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (145)
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$132
Optus Stadium VERTIGO Experience

Feeling brave? Face your fears on the newest attraction at Optus Stadium - VERTIGO. Leaving the roof behind, you’ll traverse 10 metres from side-to-side. Harnessed …More

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Feeling brave? Face your fears on the newest attraction at Optus Stadium - VERTIGO. Leaving the roof behind, you’ll traverse 10 metres from side-to-side. Harnessed...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$94
Optus Stadium HALO Roof Climb

Think you've seen every level of Optus Stadium? Think again! Our rooftop tour gives you behind-the-scenes access, a unique perspective of Perth and a bird's …More

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Think you've seen every level of Optus Stadium? Think again! Our rooftop tour gives you behind-the-scenes access, a unique perspective of Perth and a bird's...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (131)
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$80
Hot Air Balloon Flights Geelong (The Great Ocean) + Breakfast

Ballooning near Geelong, Victoria’s second - largest city, offers a spectacular mix of coastal and rural scenery. From the air, passengers enjoy views of rolling …More

Ballooning near Geelong, Victoria’s second - largest city, offers a spectacular mix of coastal and rural scenery. From the air, passengers enjoy views of rolling...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (201)
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$271
Puffing Billy And Phillip Island Penguin Parade Bus Tour

After being picked up from a convenient central Melbourne CBD location in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, your first stop will be the picturesque …More

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After being picked up from a convenient central Melbourne CBD location in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, your first stop will be the picturesque...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (400)
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$140
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