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

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Kayak & Breakfast Tour

Experience Sydney from the water in a way most visitors never do. Paddle under the iconic Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House while enjoying …More

Experience Sydney from the water in a way most visitors never do. Paddle under the iconic Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House while enjoying...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$130
South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS. • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane …More

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS. • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
Experience Barossa Valley by E-bike

Guided sustainable electric bike tour. Local business collaborating together. Barossa Better by Bike. Ebike touring travel with freedom. Immerse yourself in natures surroundings. Green & …More

Guided sustainable electric bike tour. Local business collaborating together. Barossa Better by Bike. Ebike touring travel with freedom. Immerse yourself in natures surroundings. Green &...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$235
Cape Byron Aboriginal Tour

On this tour, guests are taken on an easy walk while learning about significant places and hearing local history and traditional stories. Highlights include the …More

On this tour, guests are taken on an easy walk while learning about significant places and hearing local history and traditional stories. Highlights include the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$53
Cruise Ship - Port Arthur Shore Excursion - Hobart

We will pick you up from your cruise ship which is docked in Macquarie Wharf Hobart at 9.00am and have you back by 3.30pm (Time …More

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We will pick you up from your cruise ship which is docked in Macquarie Wharf Hobart at 9.00am and have you back by 3.30pm (Time...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$167
Merrick's Noosa Learn to Surf: 2 Hour group surfing lesson

Noosa Learn to Surf offers specifically structured lessons to suit the absolute beginner through to competition surfers. Our specific 1-2-3 teaching method is unique worldwide …More

Noosa Learn to Surf offers specifically structured lessons to suit the absolute beginner through to competition surfers. Our specific 1-2-3 teaching method is unique worldwide...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$66
Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley

Tour the Hunter Valley in style on a private luxury tour of the region’s boutique wineries with an expert guide, generous wine tastings at 3 …More

Tour the Hunter Valley in style on a private luxury tour of the region’s boutique wineries with an expert guide, generous wine tastings at 3...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$293
Full Day Private Custom Tour of Great Ocean Road & 12 Apostles

Badge of Excellence 5 star Cool Shore Excursions rating. 12 Hour Tour to the Great Ocean Rd. Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • …More

Badge of Excellence 5 star Cool Shore Excursions rating. 12 Hour Tour to the Great Ocean Rd. Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide •...

10 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,537
Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group 'Island Life' Full Day Tour

Pick up from Kingscote / American River Accommodation or Kingscote Airport. Have a cuppa with some home-made treats before taking a walk down a country …More

Pick up from Kingscote / American River Accommodation or Kingscote Airport. Have a cuppa with some home-made treats before taking a walk down a country...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$457
Upper Reach Winery: Swan Valley Winery and Vineyard Tour

Get a feeling for the people, the place and the processes that create our fabulous wines as we take you on a wine tasting experience... …More

Get a feeling for the people, the place and the processes that create our fabulous wines as we take you on a wine tasting experience......

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$56
Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch

Join this small-group tour to Adelaide River to see the famous jumping crocodiles and other Australian wildlife. This is a must-do Territory experience. …More

Join this small-group tour to Adelaide River to see the famous jumping crocodiles and other Australian wildlife. This is a must-do Territory experience....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$137
Small Group Kangaroo Island Tour - Best of KI

Travel in a comfortable and modern 4wd to visit Seal Bay, take a stroll on the boardwalk to observe the Sea Lions sleeping on the …More

Travel in a comfortable and modern 4wd to visit Seal Bay, take a stroll on the boardwalk to observe the Sea Lions sleeping on the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$311
Sydney Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

This catamaran gets you to the open ocean in no time, ensuring customers get more whale watching time. But not to worry, the journey to …More

This catamaran gets you to the open ocean in no time, ensuring customers get more whale watching time. But not to worry, the journey to...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Around the Bay Food and Wine Taste Trail

See, feel and taste the produce from some of Melbourne’s best food, beer and wine locations scattered throughout the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas. Savour the …More

See, feel and taste the produce from some of Melbourne’s best food, beer and wine locations scattered throughout the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas. Savour the...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$153
One Day Kangaroo Island Highlights Tour

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kangaroo Island and learn the Island's history from a local. Travel with ease and comfort on tour, stop to take …More

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kangaroo Island and learn the Island's history from a local. Travel with ease and comfort on tour, stop to take...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$280
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from …More

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
The Q Train - Q Class Social Dining

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments …More

**PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME** All aboard The Q Train: a moving culinary adventure where heritage charm, local flavours, and unforgettable moments...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$105
Kuranda Wildlife Experience Deluxe Multi Attraction Pass

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful …More

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$68
Great Barrier Reef and MOUA Cruise from Townsville or Magnetic Island

As the first of its kind in the Southern hemisphere, MOUA will act to highlight reef conservation, restoration, and education on a global scale. The …More

As the first of its kind in the Southern hemisphere, MOUA will act to highlight reef conservation, restoration, and education on a global scale. The...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$276
2-Hour Cairns Botanic Gardens: Morning Photography Wildlife Walk

There is a whole world in these gardens that most people never see. Jumping spiders smaller than a fingernail. Caterpillars that look like twigs. Fungi …More

There is a whole world in these gardens that most people never see. Jumping spiders smaller than a fingernail. Caterpillars that look like twigs. Fungi...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
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