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

Australia, Oceania
Dave's Eats Hobart Hobart Food Tour

Join a “Dave’s Eats Hobart” walking food tour and dive into the tasty flavors of Tasmania’s capital! This bite-seeing tour walks Hobart’s waterfront and some …More

Join a “Dave’s Eats Hobart” walking food tour and dive into the tasty flavors of Tasmania’s capital! This bite-seeing tour walks Hobart’s waterfront and some...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
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$105
Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | Sydney

Your guide Daniel collects you from your Sydney CBD hotel in a luxury Mercedes van for a full day in the Hunter Valley. This small-group …More

Your guide Daniel collects you from your Sydney CBD hotel in a luxury Mercedes van for a full day in the Hunter Valley. This small-group...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$256
Hunter Valley Full Day Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tour

Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour Travellers’ Choice Award Winner | Lunch at Own Cost Join us for a relaxed, top-rated experience in the …More

Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour Travellers’ Choice Award Winner | Lunch at Own Cost Join us for a relaxed, top-rated experience in the...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$137
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. …More

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies....

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$231
Signature Saturday Wine Tour

Departing at 11:15 AM from the Tasmanian Visitor Information Centre, this small-group tour (max 13 guests) gives you time to explore Salamanca Market before heading …More

Departing at 11:15 AM from the Tasmanian Visitor Information Centre, this small-group tour (max 13 guests) gives you time to explore Salamanca Market before heading...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$133
English Melbourne Walking Tour

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square, …More

Take a 2-hour tour of Melbourne’s historic CBD and see the key sights, hear fascinating stories, and discover some hidden details. Starting at Federation Square,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$18
Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise with Darwin Transfer Bus

Hop aboard for the Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River, one of Darwin’s most thrilling and iconic experiences. Departing from the heart of …More

Hop aboard for the Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River, one of Darwin’s most thrilling and iconic experiences. Departing from the heart of...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$86
From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip

Discover the Top End with Wildlife Tours Australia on an unforgettable 1-day adventure to Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls. Cruise through the jaw-dropping cliffs of …More

Discover the Top End with Wildlife Tours Australia on an unforgettable 1-day adventure to Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls. Cruise through the jaw-dropping cliffs of...

13 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$223
Perth Wildlife Tour Under the Stars with Dinner

Perth's wildlife areas are the setting for a shared day trip to Dryandra Woodlands, with a nature walk and dinner in the forest. Look for …More

Perth's wildlife areas are the setting for a shared day trip to Dryandra Woodlands, with a nature walk and dinner in the forest. Look for...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$116
Cairns Tomb Of The Pharaohs General Admission Ticket

Journey through the most lavishly decorated tombs and temples of Ancient Egypt. Each tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, stele engraved plaques, mummified human and …More

Journey through the most lavishly decorated tombs and temples of Ancient Egypt. Each tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, stele engraved plaques, mummified human and...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$36
Yarra Valley Balloon Flight + Breakfast & Melbourne Pickup

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. The expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on …More

Embark on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure over the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley. The expert pilots select optimal launch sites based on...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$331
Private Barossa Valley Sightseeing, Food and Wine Tour with Lunch

Perfect for wine lovers and those wanting to see more of what the Barossa has to offer! Locally owned and operated business. The Barossa Valley …More

Perfect for wine lovers and those wanting to see more of what the Barossa has to offer! Locally owned and operated business. The Barossa Valley...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$262
Historic New Norcia, Nature & Local Flavours Day Tour

SMALL GROUP PERTH DAY TOUR. Botanical Aviaries | Farm Flavours | Historic New Norcia | Lunch Included. Leave the city behind you on this full-day …More

SMALL GROUP PERTH DAY TOUR. Botanical Aviaries | Farm Flavours | Historic New Norcia | Lunch Included. Leave the city behind you on this full-day...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$186
Tropical Trike Tours - Grand Tour

5-Star Rated on Cool Shore Excursions & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and …More

5-Star Rated on Cool Shore Excursions & Google – Experience Port Douglas Like Never Before! We make the journey an adventure! Forget crowded buses and...

150 to 180 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$151
Experience Rottnest with Ferry & Bike Hire

Enjoy the relaxed casual environment of Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, just off the coast of Perth. After cruising …More

Enjoy the relaxed casual environment of Rottnest Island, one of the most unique islands in the world, just off the coast of Perth. After cruising...

8 hours
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$86
Margaret River, Caves, Wine and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse Tour from Perth

Discover the natural beauty and charm of the South West on this full day tour of the Margaret River region including Busselton Jetty, Mammoth Cave …More

Discover the natural beauty and charm of the South West on this full day tour of the Margaret River region including Busselton Jetty, Mammoth Cave...

12 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$188
Ginger Factory and Nutworks Return Bus Transfer: Sunshine Coast

Discover the Sunshine Coast's Ginger Factory and Nutworks! Perfect for families and couples, the Ginger Factory offers something special for everyone. Adults can indulge in …More

Discover the Sunshine Coast's Ginger Factory and Nutworks! Perfect for families and couples, the Ginger Factory offers something special for everyone. Adults can indulge in...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$46
Full-Day Sports and Beer Tour of Melbourne with Lunch

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll …More

A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn't get better than that! Visit the venues that host some of Australia's favourite sporting events. We’ll...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$218
Sydney Private Day Tours | See Sydney in Style | 8 Hour Luxury Private Tour

Enjoy the freedom and luxury of a fully escorted private tour taking in all the Famous Sydney landmarks - the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, …More

Enjoy the freedom and luxury of a fully escorted private tour taking in all the Famous Sydney landmarks - the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$488
Noosa Brewery Tour - The Best of Noosa

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes …More

Discover the best of Noosa’s craft beer scene on this flavour-packed brewery tour. Perfect for beer lovers, groups, or curious travellers, this full-day experience includes...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$196
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