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

Australia, Oceania
Port Phillip Bay Snorkeling with Sea Dragons

Explore the wonders that lie beneath! Aren't you a little curious to see what incredible life lives under the surface? Whether its your first time …More

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Explore the wonders that lie beneath! Aren't you a little curious to see what incredible life lives under the surface? Whether its your first time...

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$84
Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles …More

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$116
Melbourne Cafe and Coffee Culture Walking Tour

Meet outside iconic Hill of Content Bookshop at 32 Bourke Street in the Melbourne CBD. Look out for our guide with the yellow golf umbrella. …More

Meet outside iconic Hill of Content Bookshop at 32 Bourke Street in the Melbourne CBD. Look out for our guide with the yellow golf umbrella....

3 hours
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$137
1 Hour Quad Bike Tours, only 30 minutes from Perth

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully …More

Join a private tour where you can explore 300 HECTARES PARK with your fully trained quad biking guide leading the way. Perth Quad use fully...

1 hour
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$97
Small Group Kangaroo Island Tour - Seal Bay

Travel in our comfortable 4WD to visit Seal Bay, take a stroll to observe the Sea lions sleeping on the beach, look for koalas and …More

Travel in our comfortable 4WD to visit Seal Bay, take a stroll to observe the Sea lions sleeping on the beach, look for koalas and...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$295
Cape Gloucester Getaway - ~2 Hour Helicopter & Resort Visit

Please note: Weight Limits Apply* Jump on board Airlie Beach Helicopter's newest tour! Your pilot will transfer you from Airlie Beach to one of the …More

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Please note: Weight Limits Apply* Jump on board Airlie Beach Helicopter's newest tour! Your pilot will transfer you from Airlie Beach to one of the...

1 to 2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$436
1 Hour Jet Ski Safari

Jet Ski Safaris NSW is the only Jet Ski Hire in Sydney and the whole of NSW that can take unlicensed riders! No licence or …More

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Jet Ski Safaris NSW is the only Jet Ski Hire in Sydney and the whole of NSW that can take unlicensed riders! No licence or...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$196
Signature Whisky Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania

Tasmania is renowned for its Whisky, we will take you to some of the best Distilleries in the region such as Belgrove Distillery, Old Kempton …More

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Tasmania is renowned for its Whisky, we will take you to some of the best Distilleries in the region such as Belgrove Distillery, Old Kempton...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$246
Cairns hidden gems, Historic Village Herberton and Tableland

Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine, …More

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Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$226
Indian Cooking Master Class

From the Portuguese-influenced cuisine of Goa to the wonderful sweets of Bengal, Indian cuisine has multiple regional variations, but is generally characterized by perfect spice …More

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From the Portuguese-influenced cuisine of Goa to the wonderful sweets of Bengal, Indian cuisine has multiple regional variations, but is generally characterized by perfect spice...

3 hours
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$145
30-Minute Kalgoorlie Big Pit Scenic Flight

See the massive Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines "Super Pit" from the best viewpoint you can get! At 3.5km long, 1.5km wide and over 600 metres …More

See the massive Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines "Super Pit" from the best viewpoint you can get! At 3.5km long, 1.5km wide and over 600 metres...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$193
Yalumba Unlocked

During this 2 hour exploration of Yalumba, in South Australia's stunning Eden Valley, gain an introduction into the history of this family owned winery on your private walking …More

During this 2 hour exploration of Yalumba, in South Australia's stunning Eden Valley, gain an introduction into the history of this family owned winery on your private walking...

2 hours
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$84
Full Day Private Melbourne Tour with enchanting Koala Encounters.

5 Stars on Cool Shore Excursions! Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • 8 hour tour Admission to Moonlit Wildlife Sanctuary • Luxury vehicle …More

5 Stars on Cool Shore Excursions! Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • 8 hour tour Admission to Moonlit Wildlife Sanctuary • Luxury vehicle...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,848
Shaolin Seafood Lunch Sail in Port Douglas

This spectacular 1.5 hr sail on the unique Chinese Junk Boat “Shaolin” includes 2 spring rolls, a box of delicious, locally caught, wild prawns with …More

This spectacular 1.5 hr sail on the unique Chinese Junk Boat “Shaolin” includes 2 spring rolls, a box of delicious, locally caught, wild prawns with...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$67
Dolphin and Seal snorkel adventure from Sorrento

Swimming with wild Dolphins and Seals in the sheltered shallow waters of Port Phillip Bay. Discovering the weedy sea dragons and cruising aboard a luxury …More

Swimming with wild Dolphins and Seals in the sheltered shallow waters of Port Phillip Bay. Discovering the weedy sea dragons and cruising aboard a luxury...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$148
Carnac Island Half Day Sail

This unique sailing catamaran offers a luxurious, small group experience like no other. A known haul-out location for the Australian Sea Lion and A grade …More

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This unique sailing catamaran offers a luxurious, small group experience like no other. A known haul-out location for the Australian Sea Lion and A grade...

4 hours
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$122
Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

Experience Australia’s largest jet ski hire area in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island! This 60-minute self-drive adventure lets up to 8 riders rotate, giving everyone a …More

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Experience Australia’s largest jet ski hire area in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island! This 60-minute self-drive adventure lets up to 8 riders rotate, giving everyone a...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$147
Noosa: Tandem Skydive Experience

Skydive Noosa and marvel at the incredible views of beautiful Sunshine Coast region. Tandem skydiving is one of the best things to do in around …More

Skydive Noosa and marvel at the incredible views of beautiful Sunshine Coast region. Tandem skydiving is one of the best things to do in around...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$231
Yalumba Cooperage Tour

Enjoy a unique and fascinating journey of discovery of Yalumba’s Cooperage; the only on-site winery Cooperage in Australia and one of five in the world. …More

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Enjoy a unique and fascinating journey of discovery of Yalumba’s Cooperage; the only on-site winery Cooperage in Australia and one of five in the world....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$36
Rottnest Island Deep Dive Day Trips

Your Rottnest Island Day Trip includes 2 Deep Boat Dives minimum 30 metres. You must be a qualified diver (minimum Advanced) to attend this activity. …More

Your Rottnest Island Day Trip includes 2 Deep Boat Dives minimum 30 metres. You must be a qualified diver (minimum Advanced) to attend this activity....

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$193
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