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

Queensland, Australia
Ipswich Cemetery Ghost Tour

Discover the haunted history of Ipswich Cemetery including The Boy, Ghost of the Walloon Saloon, Dan Kelly, The Haunted Castle and more… On the edge …More

Discover the haunted history of Ipswich Cemetery including The Boy, Ghost of the Walloon Saloon, Dan Kelly, The Haunted Castle and more… On the edge...

2 hours
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$27
Koalas and Brisbane Private Day Tour

The Ultimate Wildlife Encounter: Enjoy guaranteed entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world’s first and largest. You’ll have plenty of time to get up …More

The Ultimate Wildlife Encounter: Enjoy guaranteed entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world’s first and largest. You’ll have plenty of time to get up...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$111
Kuranda 60 minute Horse Trail Ride and Petting Farm

What’s the best way to discover the rolling green hills of the rain forest? On horseback, of course. Hiding in the hills of Myola, a …More

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What’s the best way to discover the rolling green hills of the rain forest? On horseback, of course. Hiding in the hills of Myola, a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$132
2 Day Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Scenic Train & Skyrail Tour

Save with this 2-day Package! Experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef cruise and then enjoy a full day travelling to Kuranda by Skyrail, free time …More

Save with this 2-day Package! Experience a full-day Great Barrier Reef cruise and then enjoy a full day travelling to Kuranda by Skyrail, free time...

2 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$270
Rainbow Beach: Play & Explore, Great Beach Drive 4X4 Adventure

Epic Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point adventure: beach driving, Honeymoon Bay swims, coloured sand cliffs, wildlife spotting, and hiking, swimming, surfing or stand up …More

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Epic Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point adventure: beach driving, Honeymoon Bay swims, coloured sand cliffs, wildlife spotting, and hiking, swimming, surfing or stand up...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$69
Haunted Ipswich CBD Ghost Tour

Discover the haunted history of Ipswich’s CBD including The Baby in the Well, Mystery of the Skulls, Ginn Cottage, The Church Ghost, and The Old …More

Discover the haunted history of Ipswich’s CBD including The Baby in the Well, Mystery of the Skulls, Ginn Cottage, The Church Ghost, and The Old...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$27
Gold Coast Day Tour From Brisbane

Experience the ultimate Gold Coast adventure in one unforgettable day. Begin with a morning of wildlife spotting at Coombabah Lakeland Conservation Park, where kangaroos and …More

Experience the ultimate Gold Coast adventure in one unforgettable day. Begin with a morning of wildlife spotting at Coombabah Lakeland Conservation Park, where kangaroos and...

11 to 12 hours Free Cancellation
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$181
Jewel Thief An Escape Hunt Experience

Packed with excitement, you and your teammates will leap into new worlds, completing ground-breaking missions. Work as a team to find clues, solve puzzles and …More

Packed with excitement, you and your teammates will leap into new worlds, completing ground-breaking missions. Work as a team to find clues, solve puzzles and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$29
Adrenaline Jet Boat Rides in Pioneer River Mackay

Ride the River at 80 kilometres an hour, experience a 360 spin at full speed. Power stops and drifting make it exciting and adrenaline packed. …More

Ride the River at 80 kilometres an hour, experience a 360 spin at full speed. Power stops and drifting make it exciting and adrenaline packed....

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$98
Fitzroy Island Day Trip 11am to 5pm Ferry INC Snorkel Equipment

Explore Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and Nudey Beach on a 6-hour day trip! Snorkel gear included—discover vibrant marine life and stunning landscapes. Departs Fitzroy Island's …More

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Explore Fitzroy Island’s coral reefs and Nudey Beach on a 6-hour day trip! Snorkel gear included—discover vibrant marine life and stunning landscapes. Departs Fitzroy Island's...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$97
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary + High Ropes & Zipline Adventure

Step Into the Wild and Then Take to the Skies! Start your day immersed in the lush, tranquil setting of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary—home to Australia’s …More

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Step Into the Wild and Then Take to the Skies! Start your day immersed in the lush, tranquil setting of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary—home to Australia’s...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$77
Tamborine Mountain Distillery Tour & Tasting

Step into the world of award-winning craft distilling at Queensland’s oldest distillery. This guided experience lets you explore the sights, smells, and flavours that make …More

Step into the world of award-winning craft distilling at Queensland’s oldest distillery. This guided experience lets you explore the sights, smells, and flavours that make...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$21
Discover Toowoomba Tours

Toowoomba Discovery Tours allow guests to select an itinerary that meets their interests. We are very happy for you to contact us and discuss what …More

Toowoomba Discovery Tours allow guests to select an itinerary that meets their interests. We are very happy for you to contact us and discuss what...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$53
Guided Kayak Adventure Tour 3hrs options please check the website

Join a guided kayak eco-tour discovering Moreton Bay’s hidden gems. Spot dolphins, turtles, dugongs and more in breath-taking surroundings only 30 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD. …More

Join a guided kayak eco-tour discovering Moreton Bay’s hidden gems. Spot dolphins, turtles, dugongs and more in breath-taking surroundings only 30 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$104
Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour

Visit venues that capture the grandeur of our colonial past and enjoy the wines they offer. All while being chauffeured around in luxury Vehicles Wineries …More

Visit venues that capture the grandeur of our colonial past and enjoy the wines they offer. All while being chauffeured around in luxury Vehicles Wineries...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (22)
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$140
Noosa Hinterland Drinks Tour - distillery, winery and brewery

Enjoy a relaxed and flavour-filled day exploring the hidden gems of the Noosa Hinterland. We begin with a scenic drive through rolling countryside to a …More

Enjoy a relaxed and flavour-filled day exploring the hidden gems of the Noosa Hinterland. We begin with a scenic drive through rolling countryside to a...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$210
Sunshine Coast Hidden Country Delights Private Tour

Treat yourself to an unforgettable journey through the country with our exclusive Sunshine Coast Hidden Country Delights Tour. Experience the serene beauty of Noosa Botanic …More

Treat yourself to an unforgettable journey through the country with our exclusive Sunshine Coast Hidden Country Delights Tour. Experience the serene beauty of Noosa Botanic...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$174
Sunshine Coast Seaside Explorer Private Tour with Lunch

Take a journey through the Sunshine Coast's seaside treasures with our Sunshine Coast Seaside Explorer Tour. Traverse quaint villages and serene beaches, ascend Emu Mountain …More

Take a journey through the Sunshine Coast's seaside treasures with our Sunshine Coast Seaside Explorer Tour. Traverse quaint villages and serene beaches, ascend Emu Mountain...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$195
Silver-Tails Rail Sunset With Smithy's Dinner & Show in Longreach

Experience the ultimate dinner with our sunset rail journey and Smithy's Outback Dinner & Show. Indulge in canapes, enjoy a drink, and a delicious two-course …More

Experience the ultimate dinner with our sunset rail journey and Smithy's Outback Dinner & Show. Indulge in canapes, enjoy a drink, and a delicious two-course...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$125
Brisbane City - Private Helicopter Sunset Flight - 25min

This flight is perfect for those who would like surprise their loved one with a helicopter flight but would like to take it up a …More

This flight is perfect for those who would like surprise their loved one with a helicopter flight but would like to take it up a...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$205
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