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

Australia, Oceania
6 Person Half Cabin Boat - 2 hour hire - NO BOAT LICENCE REQUIRED

Explore the stunning waterways of Exclusive North Bribie Island with Bill's Boat Hire's 6 Person Half Cabin Boat for 2 hours, perfect for family outings …More

Explore the stunning waterways of Exclusive North Bribie Island with Bill's Boat Hire's 6 Person Half Cabin Boat for 2 hours, perfect for family outings...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$155
Hobart Full Day Wine and Food Tour

Explore Tasmania's renowned wine and cheese scene on this full-day tour departing from Hobart. Journey across the Tasman Bridge to the stunning Coal Valley wine …More

Explore Tasmania's renowned wine and cheese scene on this full-day tour departing from Hobart. Journey across the Tasman Bridge to the stunning Coal Valley wine...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$213
Sydney Family Snorkelling Eco Tour

Why Choose Our Private Manly Snorkel Tour? Tailored Private Experience Sydney: Every tour is customized to your group’s interests, swimming ability, pace, and comfort level, …More

Why Choose Our Private Manly Snorkel Tour? Tailored Private Experience Sydney: Every tour is customized to your group’s interests, swimming ability, pace, and comfort level,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$121
Sydney Harbour BBQ Cruise with Swim and Water Toys

Set sail on the Cheeky Monkey for an unforgettable 3-hour adventure on Sydney Harbour. Cruise beneath the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and past the stunning …More

Set sail on the Cheeky Monkey for an unforgettable 3-hour adventure on Sydney Harbour. Cruise beneath the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and past the stunning...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
The Best of Rotto – The Local Experience Package

Enjoy Rotto how the locals do. Designed by us to give you the quintessential Rotto experience. Take a fast ferry over to the island and …More

Enjoy Rotto how the locals do. Designed by us to give you the quintessential Rotto experience. Take a fast ferry over to the island and...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$112
Fitzroy and Green Island From Cairns: Great Barrier Reef

Explore two iconic tropical islands in a single day, immersing yourself in the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Spend over 6 hours on the …More

Explore two iconic tropical islands in a single day, immersing yourself in the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Spend over 6 hours on the...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$138
Arakoon National Park: Trial Bay Gaol: Life behind bars kids tour

Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park is brimming with stories. Join us these school holidays, as we explore the gaol and learn about its …More

Trial Bay Gaol in Arakoon National Park is brimming with stories. Join us these school holidays, as we explore the gaol and learn about its...

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$14
Sea Acres National Park: Aboriginal cultural tour

Come on this easy 1.3km stroll along Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk. You’ll pass through coastal sub-tropical rainforest that is rich in bush tucker, medicine plants …More

Come on this easy 1.3km stroll along Sea Acres Rainforest boardwalk. You’ll pass through coastal sub-tropical rainforest that is rich in bush tucker, medicine plants...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$14
McLaren Vale I Guided Gin Tasting Experience

Uncover the rich flavors of Never Never Distilling Co. during a guided gin tasting led by a knowledgeable gin expert. Indulge in a selection of …More

Uncover the rich flavors of Never Never Distilling Co. during a guided gin tasting led by a knowledgeable gin expert. Indulge in a selection of...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$41
Art Tour of Melbourne

Discover a piece of Melbourne's art scene on a 3-hour walking tour near Federation Square. With a guide, you'll experience one of the city's vibrant …More

Discover a piece of Melbourne's art scene on a 3-hour walking tour near Federation Square. With a guide, you'll experience one of the city's vibrant...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$92
Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day Tour from Sydney

Embark on a delightful journey through the picturesque Hunter Valley, renowned for its exquisite wines and gourmet delights. This day tour from Sydney offers exclusive …More

Embark on a delightful journey through the picturesque Hunter Valley, renowned for its exquisite wines and gourmet delights. This day tour from Sydney offers exclusive...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,391
Melbourne Puffing Billy Train and Penguin Parade Day Tour Escape

- IMPORTANT NOTE for dates from Oct 1 to Oct 7: Puffing Billy + Penguin Parade are only offered on Oct 5 & 6, while …More

- IMPORTANT NOTE for dates from Oct 1 to Oct 7: Puffing Billy + Penguin Parade are only offered on Oct 5 & 6, while...

10 to 12 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
Geographe Wine Region Tour

Nestled in the picturesque Ferguson Valley, we will take you to experience premium offerings of locally made wines and/or beers of the region with a …More

Nestled in the picturesque Ferguson Valley, we will take you to experience premium offerings of locally made wines and/or beers of the region with a...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$154
Victor and Vines Safari

Spend a full day discovering the picturesque Victor Harbor and world renowned McLaren Vale wine region. This fully guided, small group tour will take you …More

Spend a full day discovering the picturesque Victor Harbor and world renowned McLaren Vale wine region. This fully guided, small group tour will take you...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$413
Healesville Sanctuary And Phillip Island Wildlife Bus Tour

After being picked up from selected Melbourne Hotels in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, you will get to explore the world-famous Healesville Sanctuary followed …More

After being picked up from selected Melbourne Hotels in air-conditioned comfort on this full-day tour, you will get to explore the world-famous Healesville Sanctuary followed...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$129
Melbourne City Card (2 Days): Visit Unlimited Attractions!

Melbourne City Card is Sightseeing Pass which gives Free Admission to Unlimited Attractions in and around Melbourne, Special Savings(Discounts) on Premium Activities & Adventure Sports, …More

Melbourne City Card is Sightseeing Pass which gives Free Admission to Unlimited Attractions in and around Melbourne, Special Savings(Discounts) on Premium Activities & Adventure Sports,...

2 days
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$147
Private Mclaren Vale Wine Tour

Nestled moments away from the beautiful beaches and city of Adelaide, I welcome you to the McLaren Vale. Featuring world class wine with a focus …More

Nestled moments away from the beautiful beaches and city of Adelaide, I welcome you to the McLaren Vale. Featuring world class wine with a focus...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$315
Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 5 Stops

The Gold Coast & Brisbane Pub Crawl begins and ends at Archerfield Airport There’s no fun in doing this solo, so we have a minimum …More

The Gold Coast & Brisbane Pub Crawl begins and ends at Archerfield Airport There’s no fun in doing this solo, so we have a minimum...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,205
Margaret River’s Wine & Chocolate Odyssey: Private Tour

Experience a full-day private tour in Margaret River, featuring comfortable transport and visits to renowned destinations. Begin at Yahava KoffeeWorks for a delightful coffee experience …More

Experience a full-day private tour in Margaret River, featuring comfortable transport and visits to renowned destinations. Begin at Yahava KoffeeWorks for a delightful coffee experience...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$501
Private Cultural Wine Tour to Barossa Valley from Adelaide

This private wine tour from Adelaide reveals the cultural heritage and enduring traditions of the historic Barossa Valley. Journey through one of Australia’s most celebrated …More

This private wine tour from Adelaide reveals the cultural heritage and enduring traditions of the historic Barossa Valley. Journey through one of Australia’s most celebrated...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$419
Private Cultural Wine Tour from Perth

This private wine tour from Perth reveals the cultural heritage of the historic Swan Valley. Journey through one of Australia’s oldest wine regions shaped by …More

This private wine tour from Perth reveals the cultural heritage of the historic Swan Valley. Journey through one of Australia’s oldest wine regions shaped by...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$699
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