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

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Private Clare Valley Wine Tour for Groups of 4 to 7 with Lunch

Your day. Your people. Clare Valley is an old wine region, its average reported winegrape production is surprisingly large. It produces more than twice that …More

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Your day. Your people. Clare Valley is an old wine region, its average reported winegrape production is surprisingly large. It produces more than twice that...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$130
Bloody Dames of Darlinghurst Crime Tour

In the 1920s, Sydney was the crime capital of the world — a city ruled not by gangsters in suits, but by razor-wielding women. This …More

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In the 1920s, Sydney was the crime capital of the world — a city ruled not by gangsters in suits, but by razor-wielding women. This...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Rainbow Beach: Whale Watching Ocean Kayak Tour & Beach 4X4

Unlike standard whale watching boat tours, this experience is a full-day eco adventure into the remote Great Sandy National Park from Rainbow Beach. Your tour …More

Unlike standard whale watching boat tours, this experience is a full-day eco adventure into the remote Great Sandy National Park from Rainbow Beach. Your tour...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$112
1 Hour Jetski Tour Cairns

Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join a guided tour with Terra Marine and blast through the …More

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Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join a guided tour with Terra Marine and blast through the...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$112
Hunter Valley Wine, WSET Guide, Icons, Heritage, Food From Sydney

A private day in Australia's oldest wine region, led by a WSET-certified wine host and shaped entirely around your taste. Independent and unaffiliated, we choose …More

A private day in Australia's oldest wine region, led by a WSET-certified wine host and shaped entirely around your taste. Independent and unaffiliated, we choose...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$256
4-Day Private NSW Coastal Escape from Sydney – Port Macquarie

Escape Sydney and discover a side of New South Wales most travellers never see on this fully private 4-day coastal escape. Hosted by locals with …More

Escape Sydney and discover a side of New South Wales most travellers never see on this fully private 4-day coastal escape. Hosted by locals with...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,259
Gold Coast 2-Hour Hidden Island Jetski Tour from Surfers Paradise

Discover the ultimate Gold Coast island adventure on our 2 hour Island Odyssey - a perfect mix of high-speed thrills and tropical paradise. Your journey …More

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Discover the ultimate Gold Coast island adventure on our 2 hour Island Odyssey - a perfect mix of high-speed thrills and tropical paradise. Your journey...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$230
4 Day Bundle - Hobart, Port Arthur, Bruny, Hastings and Tahune

Experience the best of southern Tasmania in just four days with this curated bundle of day tours. Visit Bruny Island’s wild coastlines and taste local …More

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Experience the best of southern Tasmania in just four days with this curated bundle of day tours. Visit Bruny Island’s wild coastlines and taste local...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$446
Airlie Beach: Kangaroos on the Beach at Sunrise Eco Wildlife Tour

Before sunrise, the bus is at your door, it’s an early start but it is worth it. The drive south takes 1.5 hours and by …More

Before sunrise, the bus is at your door, it’s an early start but it is worth it. The drive south takes 1.5 hours and by...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Rock Adventure Beginner Climb and Abseil

The Grampians/Gariwerd – Geologically a uniquely formed mountain range. Ecologically, it is one of the most diverse National Parks in Australia. Culturally, this is home …More

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The Grampians/Gariwerd – Geologically a uniquely formed mountain range. Ecologically, it is one of the most diverse National Parks in Australia. Culturally, this is home...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$109
Sydney City & Bondi Small-Group Tour with Harbour Bridge Walk

Discover Sydney’s city, harbour and coast on a six-hour small-group tour limited to 10 guests. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable local …More

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Discover Sydney’s city, harbour and coast on a six-hour small-group tour limited to 10 guests. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with a knowledgeable local...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
Richmond Village And Kunanyi and Mt Wellington Combo Tour

Discover the stunning vistas of Hobart with a visit to kunanyi/Mt Wellington, where you'll ascend to 1270 meters for panoramic views. The tour starts at …More

Discover the stunning vistas of Hobart with a visit to kunanyi/Mt Wellington, where you'll ascend to 1270 meters for panoramic views. The tour starts at...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$77
Southern Highlands Luxury Day Trip from Sydney: Wine & Wildlife

Meet wild kangaroos on our private farm, an experience exclusive to our guests and unlike anywhere else in Australia. With a private guide and luxury …More

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Meet wild kangaroos on our private farm, an experience exclusive to our guests and unlike anywhere else in Australia. With a private guide and luxury...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$290
McLaren Vale Small Shared Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

Join fellow wine adventurers on a tour of the stunning McLaren Vale wine region, an easy 45-minute trip from Adelaide. Renowned for Shiraz and Grenache, …More

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Join fellow wine adventurers on a tour of the stunning McLaren Vale wine region, an easy 45-minute trip from Adelaide. Renowned for Shiraz and Grenache,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$140
Cruising the Swan Tour

This full-day tour through Perth’s gorgeous “Valley of Tastes” offers an extravaganza of delicious food & wine. Your friendly driver/guide will pick you up from …More

This full-day tour through Perth’s gorgeous “Valley of Tastes” offers an extravaganza of delicious food & wine. Your friendly driver/guide will pick you up from...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$147
Sydney Unleashed with Bondi Beach 4‑Hour Private Afternoon Tour

Immerse yourself into exciting Sydney and its spectacular sights on a personalised and private four hour afternoon tour. Short for time? This is the perfect …More

Immerse yourself into exciting Sydney and its spectacular sights on a personalised and private four hour afternoon tour. Short for time? This is the perfect...

220 to 240 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$85
Sydney Unleashed with Bondi Beach 4‑Hour Private Morning Tour

See the spectacular Sydney sights on a 'Personalised and Private' four hour morning tour. Don't have much time whilst you're in Sydney? Then this is …More

See the spectacular Sydney sights on a 'Personalised and Private' four hour morning tour. Don't have much time whilst you're in Sydney? Then this is...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Rottnest Island Historical Train and Tunnel Tour from Hillarys Boat Harbour

Do you want to learn about Rottnest's involvement in World War II? Hop on a high-speed ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, then …More

Do you want to learn about Rottnest's involvement in World War II? Hop on a high-speed ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, then...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$91
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR

Be enchanted by the otherworldly moonscapes of the NSW South Coast on a private tour crafted for travellers who crave dynamic landscapes, dramatic coastlines and …More

Be enchanted by the otherworldly moonscapes of the NSW South Coast on a private tour crafted for travellers who crave dynamic landscapes, dramatic coastlines and...

7 to 11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$114
Sydney: Bondi Beach & Eastern Suburbs Private Tour

Sydney's Bondi Beach has a vibrant beach scene where people love their coffee and outdoor activities. This is a fully private tour — just your …More

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Sydney's Bondi Beach has a vibrant beach scene where people love their coffee and outdoor activities. This is a fully private tour — just your...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$176
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