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

Australia, Oceania
Koala Walking Tour in Kangaroo Island

Experience the beauty of Kangaroo Island first hand as your guide leads you past the dunes of Little Sahara and then on into the surrounding …More

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Experience the beauty of Kangaroo Island first hand as your guide leads you past the dunes of Little Sahara and then on into the surrounding...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$54
From Byron -Learn to Surf Half day Tour

Surf, explore and experience Byron like a local. Go beyond the usual surf lesson and discover some of the Northern Rivers’ best waves with our …More

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Surf, explore and experience Byron like a local. Go beyond the usual surf lesson and discover some of the Northern Rivers’ best waves with our...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$34
Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ, …More

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Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$500
Peninsula Hot Springs Spa Experience and Express Transfer Shuttle

For the ultimate hydrotherapy session, enjoy a fast-track shuttle service from Melbourne, to the world class Peninsula Hot Springs. Discover a peaceful you, as you …More

For the ultimate hydrotherapy session, enjoy a fast-track shuttle service from Melbourne, to the world class Peninsula Hot Springs. Discover a peaceful you, as you...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$133
The F Factor: Adelaide food tour

If you are a huge foodie, or want to see Adelaide's culture through local eyes, join the original Adelaide food tour showcasing the city's unique …More

If you are a huge foodie, or want to see Adelaide's culture through local eyes, join the original Adelaide food tour showcasing the city's unique...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
Private Barossa Valley Helicopter Flight: Jacob's Creek & Lyndoch

See the Barossa Valley from a private helicopter, with only your group on board. Lift off from Barossa Helicopters in Lyndoch, on the family farm …More

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See the Barossa Valley from a private helicopter, with only your group on board. Lift off from Barossa Helicopters in Lyndoch, on the family farm...

10 to 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$193
Half-Day Private Discover Dive at Australia's Iconic Beach

Ready to try scuba diving? Scuba diving is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have. It's like being a kid again—you get to …More

Ready to try scuba diving? Scuba diving is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can have. It's like being a kid again—you get to...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$373
Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula Active Day Tour

Join us for a fun and action-packed day out on the Tasman Peninsula. Take a jaw-dropping walk along Australia’s highest sea cliffs before discovering the …More

Join us for a fun and action-packed day out on the Tasman Peninsula. Take a jaw-dropping walk along Australia’s highest sea cliffs before discovering the...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$123
Experience SA Barossa Wine Tour- Pickup from Adelaide Area

Explore the Barossa in our spacious Kia Carnival vehicles, accommodating up to seven people comfortably. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply love wine, …More

Explore the Barossa in our spacious Kia Carnival vehicles, accommodating up to seven people comfortably. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply love wine,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$117
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight - FREE Photos + Video

From the vantage point of a wicker basket, you see the city laid out in miniature, the view is not static, and we’re moving with …More

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From the vantage point of a wicker basket, you see the city laid out in miniature, the view is not static, and we’re moving with...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$435
Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour from Melbourne

Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails …More

Escape Melbourne on an unforgettable adventure with the Puffing Billy & Rainforest Tour. Begin at Grants Picnic Ground, where native birdlife and serene rainforest trails...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$126
Astra Lumina Night Walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this …More

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$31
HOTA: Gold Coast Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass

Immerse yourself in a day of art, culture, and breathtaking waterfront views with the HOTA - Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass. …More

Immerse yourself in a day of art, culture, and breathtaking waterfront views with the HOTA - Home of the Arts Cruise & Dine Experience Pass....

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$28
Pippies 3 Day/2 Night K'gari (Fraser Island) Adventure

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced …More

Visit World Heritage listed K’gari (Fraser Island) with Pippies’ K’gari Adventures on the ultimate Australian beach 4×4 driving and camping adventure. Led by an experienced...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$463
Sydney Harbour 3-Course Early Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether …More

Cruise Sydney Harbour and watch Sydney light up on an early-dinner cruise aboard MV Sydney 2000, the most prestigious cruising restaurant on Sydney's waterways. Whether...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$91
Swan Valley Tour from Perth: Wine, Beer and Chocolate Tastings

Explore the Swan Valley on a full-day or half-day trip from Perth and indulge your love of fine wine and food. Visit several wineries and …More

Explore the Swan Valley on a full-day or half-day trip from Perth and indulge your love of fine wine and food. Visit several wineries and...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$70
Alice Springs to Ayers Rock (Uluru) One Way Shuttle

Travel by coach on this one way transfer from Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Learn more about the flora and fauna as well as …More

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Travel by coach on this one way transfer from Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Learn more about the flora and fauna as well as...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$181
Wave Rock, York and Aboriginal Cultural Day Tour from Perth

Journey through the Western Australian wheat belt region to Wave Rock, one of Australia's most incredible natural monuments. Visit the historic township of York and …More

Journey through the Western Australian wheat belt region to Wave Rock, one of Australia's most incredible natural monuments. Visit the historic township of York and...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$189
Blue Mountains Private Tour with Kangaroo and Koala Experience

A visit to Sydney is not complete without a tour to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Sydney Scenic Private Tours offers a truly unforgettable …More

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A visit to Sydney is not complete without a tour to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Sydney Scenic Private Tours offers a truly unforgettable...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$211
Small-Group Great Ocean Road Classic Day Tour from Melbourne

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous …More

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road - One of Australia’s greatest coastal drives, including the world famous...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$98
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