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

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Mt Buller Day Trip from Melbourne

Take a day trip to Mt Buller and spend a full day in the snow. The tour departs early at 4,25am which will allow you …More

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Take a day trip to Mt Buller and spend a full day in the snow. The tour departs early at 4,25am which will allow you...

15 hours Free Cancellation
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$122
Glass House Mountains Tour with Lunch, Lookouts, and Nature Walks

This is an all-inclusive tour of the Glass House Mountains and surrounds with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide winner. …More

This is an all-inclusive tour of the Glass House Mountains and surrounds with award winning Joel's Journeys Noosa, Queensland and Australia Top Tour Guide winner....

7 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$174
Historical Alice Tour

Immerse yourself into the history of Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa), the Arrernte name of Alice Springs. Learn how it came to be the central hub of …More

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Immerse yourself into the history of Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa), the Arrernte name of Alice Springs. Learn how it came to be the central hub of...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$133
Half Day Burnie Shore Excursion: Local highlights

Discover the beauty of North West Tasmania on a relaxed small-group shore excursion from Burnie. Travel with an experienced local guide and explore scenic landscapes, …More

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Discover the beauty of North West Tasmania on a relaxed small-group shore excursion from Burnie. Travel with an experienced local guide and explore scenic landscapes,...

4 to 5 hours
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$161
Whitehaven From Above - ~30 minute Whitsunday Helicopter Tour

Please note: Weight Limits Apply* Let us take you to one of Australia’s best and world recognised beaches. Take in the view of all 74 …More

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Please note: Weight Limits Apply* Let us take you to one of Australia’s best and world recognised beaches. Take in the view of all 74...

30 to 90 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$305
Live Acoustic Music Experience in Coffin Bay Wilderness

Local and interstate musicians create their acoustic sounds around Yarnbala's signature campfire. This is a perfect way to experience live music. Wood fired pizzas are …More

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Local and interstate musicians create their acoustic sounds around Yarnbala's signature campfire. This is a perfect way to experience live music. Wood fired pizzas are...

4 hours
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$101
Affordable Return Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas Transfers

The Affordable, No Hassle Way to Enjoy The Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle Operates between Port Douglas and the Mossman …More

The Affordable, No Hassle Way to Enjoy The Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle Operates between Port Douglas and the Mossman...

30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$28
Swan Valley Region Private Day Tours

This is a private tour for you and your group only. The day offers a broad overview of the region and is not simply a …More

This is a private tour for you and your group only. The day offers a broad overview of the region and is not simply a...

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$182
Melbourne Sights & Sounds Private Tour

Melbourne, often described as one of world’s most liveable cities, is also one of the world’s most multi-cultural. We have everything on our doorstep from …More

Melbourne, often described as one of world’s most liveable cities, is also one of the world’s most multi-cultural. We have everything on our doorstep from...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
Private Great Ocean Road Tour – One-Day & Multi-Day Options

Culture Quest Tours is for travellers who want the Great Ocean Road to feel personal, not simply completed. Your group travels privately, with the experience …More

Culture Quest Tours is for travellers who want the Great Ocean Road to feel personal, not simply completed. Your group travels privately, with the experience...

1 day 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$140
Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf - Half Day Private Scenic Tour

This 4.5 hours ( including travel from /to Adelaide CBD base) tour is designed for small private groups up to 12 people maximum. Please note …More

This 4.5 hours ( including travel from /to Adelaide CBD base) tour is designed for small private groups up to 12 people maximum. Please note...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$105
Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf Private Luxury Half Day Tour

This 4.5 hours tour would be for your group only in our premium 4WD Land Cruiser Prado. The proposed Itinerary is a guide only and …More

This 4.5 hours tour would be for your group only in our premium 4WD Land Cruiser Prado. The proposed Itinerary is a guide only and...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$154
Coffs Harbour Ground Rush or Max Freefall Tandem Skydive on the Beach

Jump out of a plane from up to 8,000 or 15,000 feet in the air (2,438 or 4,572 meters) on this 2 hour tandem skydiving …More

Jump out of a plane from up to 8,000 or 15,000 feet in the air (2,438 or 4,572 meters) on this 2 hour tandem skydiving...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$305
Bungle Bungle Day Trip from Broome - Fly, 4WD, Walk

Experience the best of what the West Kimberley has to offer in one day. So famous is Australia's Bungle Bungle range, they hardly need an …More

Experience the best of what the West Kimberley has to offer in one day. So famous is Australia's Bungle Bungle range, they hardly need an...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,347
Cruise Ship Shore Excursion - Private Great Ocean Road Full Day Tour (12 Hour)

Perfect for those visiting via Cruise Ship and want a shore excursion along The Great Ocean Road - We pick up directly from the cruise …More

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Perfect for those visiting via Cruise Ship and want a shore excursion along The Great Ocean Road - We pick up directly from the cruise...

12 hours
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$217
Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Palm Cove

Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Palm Cove. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail …More

Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Palm Cove. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
McLaren Vale Shared Tour, visit 4 wineries. Best itinerary.

Visiting 2 wine regions in the one day tour makes this tour so good. Wine Tours 74 cellar doors just in McLaren Vale and 60 …More

Visiting 2 wine regions in the one day tour makes this tour so good. Wine Tours 74 cellar doors just in McLaren Vale and 60...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$138
2-Night Byron Bay Surf Camp

This 2-night Bryon Bay Surf Camp is the best way to experience Australia’s coolest surf town. After your arrival everything is taken care of including …More

This 2-night Bryon Bay Surf Camp is the best way to experience Australia’s coolest surf town. After your arrival everything is taken care of including...

2 days
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$226
Whale Watching by Sea Kayak in Batemans Bay

This is the best way to use a Carbon Neutral travel to find migrating whales as they cruise north in Winter and south in Spring …More

This is the best way to use a Carbon Neutral travel to find migrating whales as they cruise north in Winter and south in Spring...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$126
Ultimate Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest 45-minute Helicopter Tour

Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and …More

Fly high over the Barron Gorge and stunning rainforest canopies before heading over magnificent sights such as the Great Barrier Reef, it's spectacular islands and...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$484
Full Day Birdlife Tour in Bribie Island

If you are looking for an island getaway with abundant birdlife, look no further. Bribie Island is a hidden gem connected to the mainland by …More

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If you are looking for an island getaway with abundant birdlife, look no further. Bribie Island is a hidden gem connected to the mainland by...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$197
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