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

Australia, Oceania
Sydney: The Golden Hour Paddle – Middle Harbour Sundowner

This is a fully guided seakayaking experience. It is for a minimum of two people. We paddle out and around Middle Harbour just before sunset. …More

This is a fully guided seakayaking experience. It is for a minimum of two people. We paddle out and around Middle Harbour just before sunset....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$132
Minivan Arrival Transfer from Sydney Airport SYD to Sydney City

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Sydney Airport SYD …More

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Sydney Airport SYD...

25 minutes Free Cancellation
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$56
Discover Sydney

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your …More

Trixity offers a series of trails which are not only sightseeing experiences around some of Australia’s most beautiful cities but we will also give your...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
Limoroo, Airport Transfers and Luxe Door to Door Service

We are a first class airport transfer and door to door chauffeur service for all your luxury transport requirements and for that special event – …More

We are a first class airport transfer and door to door chauffeur service for all your luxury transport requirements and for that special event –...

1 to 120 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$314
Sydney Airport Premium Transfer (Arrivals)

Travel in style, comfort, and safety with us. Here's why you should choose us for your next journey . Experience the true meaning of luxury …More

Travel in style, comfort, and safety with us. Here's why you should choose us for your next journey . Experience the true meaning of luxury...

1 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$107
1 Hour Rental Deluxe Double Sea Kayak

We only use high end deluxe double sea kayaks. These are very lightweight and stable. The kayaks are Australian made by Mirage Sea Kayaks. They …More

We only use high end deluxe double sea kayaks. These are very lightweight and stable. The kayaks are Australian made by Mirage Sea Kayaks. They...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$43
Lamborghini Huracan Luxury Car Hire Sydney Supercar Rental

Hire the Lamborghini Huracan supercar today and have the experience of a lifetime. This luxury car has a nice and charming design, this is evidenced …More

Hire the Lamborghini Huracan supercar today and have the experience of a lifetime. This luxury car has a nice and charming design, this is evidenced...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$1,848
Sydney Street Food Tour with 6 Tastings & Drink by a Local Guide

This 3-hour walking food tour follows a relaxed rhythm—starting with light savory bites, moving into rich local specialties, and ending with sweets and a drink. …More

This 3-hour walking food tour follows a relaxed rhythm—starting with light savory bites, moving into rich local specialties, and ending with sweets and a drink....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Discovery Tasting and Lunch

Discover an intimate journey through one of Australia’s premier cool-climate wine regions at Rowlee Wines. Nestled beneath the scenic Mount Canobolas, Rowlee offers exclusive wine …More

Discover an intimate journey through one of Australia’s premier cool-climate wine regions at Rowlee Wines. Nestled beneath the scenic Mount Canobolas, Rowlee offers exclusive wine...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$231
Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour

See the very best in the West, and where the riches of Victoria came from, with a fun, interactive and absolutely unforgettable trip to the …More

See the very best in the West, and where the riches of Victoria came from, with a fun, interactive and absolutely unforgettable trip to the...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$927
Private Yarra Valley And Puffing Billy Tour

Experience of a lifetime dangling your feet from an historic much loved steam train called Puffing BIlly. The real life Thomas the Tank Engine, taking …More

Experience of a lifetime dangling your feet from an historic much loved steam train called Puffing BIlly. The real life Thomas the Tank Engine, taking...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$973
Private Outback Gourmet Food, Art, and Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a private, all-inclusive and extended version of our popular scheduled tour for lunch or dinner. Explore a wide range of tasty exotic delicacies that …More

Enjoy a private, all-inclusive and extended version of our popular scheduled tour for lunch or dinner. Explore a wide range of tasty exotic delicacies that...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,300
Brisbane Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a guide

Experience the quintessential essence of Brisbane with our 3-hour walking tour, offering the ideal introduction to this dynamic city. Witness the seamless blend of Brisbane's …More

Experience the quintessential essence of Brisbane with our 3-hour walking tour, offering the ideal introduction to this dynamic city. Witness the seamless blend of Brisbane's...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$46
Premium airport & cruise transfer service in Melbourne

Premium Private Chauffeur Service in Melbourne Experience a seamless, luxury travel experience with Starways Chauffeur — designed for comfort, reliability, and peace of mind. We …More

Premium Private Chauffeur Service in Melbourne Experience a seamless, luxury travel experience with Starways Chauffeur — designed for comfort, reliability, and peace of mind. We...

1 to 120 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Sydney Phone Photography Workshop - Coogee Playing with Time

We’re local photographers who know Sydney’s beaches and their light. Small groups mean plenty of one-to-one attention, so you’ll go home with sunset photos you’re …More

We’re local photographers who know Sydney’s beaches and their light. Small groups mean plenty of one-to-one attention, so you’ll go home with sunset photos you’re...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
Discover Bunbury Geographe and Harvey region

Specialised daily tours in the Bunbury Geographe and Harvey region. Discover one of Australia's prime producing regions, with rich Italian heritage, orange trees, dairy cows …More

Specialised daily tours in the Bunbury Geographe and Harvey region. Discover one of Australia's prime producing regions, with rich Italian heritage, orange trees, dairy cows...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$140
VR Experience in Brisbane | 30 Mins Fun | Pick Zombies or Aliens

Dive into extraordinary worlds with Meta3 VR! Perfect for thrill-seekers aged 10+ and up, our virtual reality experiences is everyone—whether you're planning a family outing, …More

Dive into extraordinary worlds with Meta3 VR! Perfect for thrill-seekers aged 10+ and up, our virtual reality experiences is everyone—whether you're planning a family outing,...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$42
Brisbane To Brisbane Airport or Cruise Transfers

Bums On Seats Transfers offers a reliable Private Airport Transfer Service when travelling to and from the Brisbane and Brisbane Airports. If you’re a local heading off …More

Bums On Seats Transfers offers a reliable Private Airport Transfer Service when travelling to and from the Brisbane and Brisbane Airports. If you’re a local heading off...

1 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Scenic Hinterland Guided Day Tour Inc Lunch, Tastings From Noosa

Experience the very best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland on a relaxed small-group day tour designed to showcase the region’s most iconic destinations. From the …More

Experience the very best of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland on a relaxed small-group day tour designed to showcase the region’s most iconic destinations. From the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$174
Private Transfer - Cairns Airport to/from Port Douglas

Prior to your arrival in Cairns, start your tropical holiday the right way by booking our Private Airport Transfer with Coral Coast Transport! • Perfect …More

Prior to your arrival in Cairns, start your tropical holiday the right way by booking our Private Airport Transfer with Coral Coast Transport! • Perfect...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$213
Great Ocean Road Private Day Tour

Do you love exploring the great ocean road and all the amazing photo opportunities it has to offer? From the iconic Twelve Apostles to the …More

Do you love exploring the great ocean road and all the amazing photo opportunities it has to offer? From the iconic Twelve Apostles to the...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
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