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

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Port Douglas to Palm Cove ONE WAY Private Transfer 6 Pax

When you're heading from the charming town of Port Douglas to the serene shores of Palm Cove your journey promises to be stress-free and sublime. …More

When you're heading from the charming town of Port Douglas to the serene shores of Palm Cove your journey promises to be stress-free and sublime....

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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2 hour whale watching experience departing Hillarys Boat Harbour

The Western Australian coastline between Perth and Rottnest offers some of the most unique whale watching opportunities in the world - those of the Southern …More

The Western Australian coastline between Perth and Rottnest offers some of the most unique whale watching opportunities in the world - those of the Southern...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$55
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours

Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney, …More

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Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney,...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Julaymba Dungay Full Day

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the …More

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$171
Unlimited Sandboarding Adventure

Join Port Stephens 4WD Tours on a Sandboarding Adventure on the amazing Stockton beach Sand Dunes in beautiful Port Stephens. The Stockton beach ecosystem is …More

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Join Port Stephens 4WD Tours on a Sandboarding Adventure on the amazing Stockton beach Sand Dunes in beautiful Port Stephens. The Stockton beach ecosystem is...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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Mount Lofty & Adelaide Hills Guided MTB Tour

This guided mountain bike experience explores the best trails of Mount Lofty and the Adelaide Hills, just minutes from Adelaide’s city centre. Unlike standard bike …More

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This guided mountain bike experience explores the best trails of Mount Lofty and the Adelaide Hills, just minutes from Adelaide’s city centre. Unlike standard bike...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$122
Phillip Island Whale Watching Tour

Join a spectacular 4-hour cruise around Phillip Island with beautiful coastal scenery and up-close marine wildlife viewing. See thousands of playful fur seals at Seal …More

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Join a spectacular 4-hour cruise around Phillip Island with beautiful coastal scenery and up-close marine wildlife viewing. See thousands of playful fur seals at Seal...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$124
From Cairns: Atherton Tablelands Wildlife & Waterfalls

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full …More

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$160
Stradbroke Island Eco Day Trip from Brisbane – Wildlife & Beaches

Discover North Stradbroke Island on a small-group eco day tour from Brisbane, featuring wild koalas, kangaroos, coastal walks, and beautiful beaches. Travel by ferry to …More

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Discover North Stradbroke Island on a small-group eco day tour from Brisbane, featuring wild koalas, kangaroos, coastal walks, and beautiful beaches. Travel by ferry to...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$140
Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

Sea Sydney Harbour by dusk and enjoy the stunning Sydney landmarks as the sun sets and the city lights come to life. The Sunset & Sparkle …More

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Sea Sydney Harbour by dusk and enjoy the stunning Sydney landmarks as the sun sets and the city lights come to life. The Sunset & Sparkle...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$41
Aquascene Circumnavigation Magnetic Island Tour

VOTED THE 9TH TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026 VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD IN 2021 Multi award-winning Aquascene is …More

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VOTED THE 9TH TOP EXPERIENCE IN AUSTRALIA IN 2026 VOTED #7 IN THE TOP 10 EXPERIENCES IN THE WORLD IN 2021 Multi award-winning Aquascene is...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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Sandboard Hire: Lancelin Sand Dunes, Australia

Sandboarding in Lancelin is a must do for your bucket list! You can rent your sandboard directly at the bottom of the dunes with Perth …More

Sandboarding in Lancelin is a must do for your bucket list! You can rent your sandboard directly at the bottom of the dunes with Perth...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Wading Tour & Tasting Experience

Join our award-winning Oyster Farm Wading Tour & Tasting Experience in Coffin Bay. Wade out into the water and sit at our semi-submerged tour deck, …More

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Join our award-winning Oyster Farm Wading Tour & Tasting Experience in Coffin Bay. Wade out into the water and sit at our semi-submerged tour deck,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$52
Beautiful Daintree Waterfall Walk, Magical Swim & Heavenly Lunch

There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL We have been given exclusive access to this …More

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There is nothing else like this in the Daintree! GORGEOUS 1 HOUR WALK TO A SECRET WATERFALL We have been given exclusive access to this...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$160
Wilsons Promontory Hiking Day Tour – Small Group (4–11 Guests)

We arrive at Wilsons Prom and embark on our first hike for the day, a scenic coastal walk from Tidal River to Pillar Point. Following …More

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We arrive at Wilsons Prom and embark on our first hike for the day, a scenic coastal walk from Tidal River to Pillar Point. Following...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$153
3.5 Hour Broome Dolphin Sunset Cruise

Broome’s Original Snubfin Dolphin & Sunset Adventure! Experience more than just a sunset cruise —join an exclusive discovery. While many sail the bay, we take …More

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Broome’s Original Snubfin Dolphin & Sunset Adventure! Experience more than just a sunset cruise —join an exclusive discovery. While many sail the bay, we take...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$136
Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems

Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests, …More

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Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Jabiru 30 minute Scenic Flight

Best seen from the air, enjoy aerial views over the World Heritage Listed Kakadu National park on a 30 minute scenic flight departing from Jabiru. There …More

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Best seen from the air, enjoy aerial views over the World Heritage Listed Kakadu National park on a 30 minute scenic flight departing from Jabiru. There...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$112
Yarra Valley Half-Day Winery Tour from Melbourne with Small Group

This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part …More

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This tour is perfect for those looking to experience the best of the Yarra Valley, without dedicating an entire day to do it. As part...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$87
Welcome to Adelaide Walking Tour

Get a welcome to Adelaide from a born-and-raised local. This walking tour from award winner Flamboyance Tours provides a look at Adelaide's main streets and …More

Get a welcome to Adelaide from a born-and-raised local. This walking tour from award winner Flamboyance Tours provides a look at Adelaide's main streets and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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