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

Australia, Oceania
[PRIVATE TOUR] Puffing Billy and Dandenong Mountains

A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it …More

A unique mountain experience taking in the spectacular sights of the beautiful Mount Dandenong. Ride the famous Puffing Billy steam train as it whistles it...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$236
Private Day Trips Bay of Fire From Launceston (3days in advance)

Personalized tours to suit your preferences. Private transport for the entire trip with one driver guide Pickup from your location (Launceston area) Safe, enjoyable, relaxing …More

Personalized tours to suit your preferences. Private transport for the entire trip with one driver guide Pickup from your location (Launceston area) Safe, enjoyable, relaxing...

9 hours
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$130
Cradle Mountain Day Tour Charter Service ( 3 days in advance)

After departing Launceston, you will first enjoy a short stop in the historic village of Sheffield, the Town of Murals, before continuing on to Cradle …More

After departing Launceston, you will first enjoy a short stop in the historic village of Sheffield, the Town of Murals, before continuing on to Cradle...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,058
Express Twelve Apostles Day Trip from Melbourne

An express trip to the Twelve Apostles is perfectly suitable for those who have a limited amount of time, but wish to see the magical …More

An express trip to the Twelve Apostles is perfectly suitable for those who have a limited amount of time, but wish to see the magical...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$83
Master the White Wash 2-Day Surf School in Byron Bay

Learn to surf and ride a wave like a pro! Join this amazing surf experience on Byron Bay's best beaches. Before every lesson, the surfing conditions are …More

Learn to surf and ride a wave like a pro! Join this amazing surf experience on Byron Bay's best beaches. Before every lesson, the surfing conditions are...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$113
Full Day Yanchep National Park, Cave and Hillarys

Visit Yanchep National Park, underground crystal cave, huge natural forest, wetlands, koalas and marina shopping. …More

Visit Yanchep National Park, underground crystal cave, huge natural forest, wetlands, koalas and marina shopping....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$173
Private Melbourne City Sights - Afternoon Tour

With its Victorian architecture, stunning gardens and edgy bar, culinary, fashion and live music scenes, Melbourne is an obvious start to any visit to Victoria. …More

With its Victorian architecture, stunning gardens and edgy bar, culinary, fashion and live music scenes, Melbourne is an obvious start to any visit to Victoria....

4 hours
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$106
Private Ballarat and Sovereign Hill Tour from Melbourne

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s gold rush days at Sovereign Hill on this 8-hour private tour. Follow your …More

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the excitement of Ballarat’s gold rush days at Sovereign Hill on this 8-hour private tour. Follow your...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$240
Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Laser Clay Shooting with Mast Climb

Laser Clay Shooting is an original and interactive activity that can be enjoyed by everyone in totally safety without harming the environment. Get a group …More

Laser Clay Shooting is an original and interactive activity that can be enjoyed by everyone in totally safety without harming the environment. Get a group...

2 hours 30 minutes
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$105
Questo Self-guided Haunted Melbourne Walking Tour

-This is a self-guided tour using a smartphone app -Discover the haunted streets, iconic landmarks and hidden laneways of Melbourne -Learn about the curses and …More

-This is a self-guided tour using a smartphone app -Discover the haunted streets, iconic landmarks and hidden laneways of Melbourne -Learn about the curses and...

2 hours
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$11
Majestic Melbourne Tour by Day and Night

This tour is specifically curated for visitors short on time , busy during the day so can be done at night or night . Your …More

This tour is specifically curated for visitors short on time , busy during the day so can be done at night or night . Your...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$490
Snowy Escapes Tour Adventure in Mount Buller Alpine Australia

Prepare for a day of exhilarating snow-filled fun as we journey to Mount Buller, Victoria's premier alpine resort. Mount Buller is a great place for …More

Prepare for a day of exhilarating snow-filled fun as we journey to Mount Buller, Victoria's premier alpine resort. Mount Buller is a great place for...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$155
4 Hours Sightseeing Small Group Tour in Melbourne City

You have decided to visit Melbourne, Australia. Why don't you get the best out of Melbourne and explore the highlights of the city while relaxing …More

You have decided to visit Melbourne, Australia. Why don't you get the best out of Melbourne and explore the highlights of the city while relaxing...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$71
Private Day Trip to Nature's Wonderland Grampians Grandeur

Explore the stunning beauty and rich heritage of the Grampians where you can immerse yourself in nature's wonders and indigenous culture. Your adventure begins with …More

Explore the stunning beauty and rich heritage of the Grampians where you can immerse yourself in nature's wonders and indigenous culture. Your adventure begins with...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
Astonishing Scavenger Hunt: Perched On A Swan

Get ready to unleash your inner explorer with Let’s Roam, the ultimate app-led scavenger hunt adventure! Imagine wandering through the city, uncovering hidden gems and …More

Get ready to unleash your inner explorer with Let’s Roam, the ultimate app-led scavenger hunt adventure! Imagine wandering through the city, uncovering hidden gems and...

2 hours
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$13
Unique Super Cars, Lambo, Ferrari, Maclaren, Porsche, Rolls

Be amazed at the variety of exotic super cars in Melbourne, aimed at the car enthusiast and mega-wealthy. My enthusiasm for some of the constantly …More

Be amazed at the variety of exotic super cars in Melbourne, aimed at the car enthusiast and mega-wealthy. My enthusiasm for some of the constantly...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$702
Private Full Day Ozzie Wild Life Tour in Melbourne

We have had private tours in over 50 cities and this tour has been the most fantastic one to date! we have the most knowledgeable …More

We have had private tours in over 50 cities and this tour has been the most fantastic one to date! we have the most knowledgeable...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$722
Sydney's Lavender Bay: An Audio Tour by ABC Broadcaster

On this self-guided GPS audio walking tour, you'll walk along the foreshore from Milson's Point to Lavender Bay, soaking up spectacular views of the Sydney …More

On this self-guided GPS audio walking tour, you'll walk along the foreshore from Milson's Point to Lavender Bay, soaking up spectacular views of the Sydney...

45 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$7
Boom-and-Bust: self-guided historical walking tour of Perth

Explore 200 years in an afternoon! This tour tells Perth’s story from the struggling Swan River Colony to its coming of age as the City …More

Explore 200 years in an afternoon! This tour tells Perth’s story from the struggling Swan River Colony to its coming of age as the City...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$18
Half-Day Private Tour of Sydney's Northern Beaches - up to 6 pax

As the name might suggest, the northern beaches are famous for their beaches. This tour features breathtaking views, spectacular beaches and a great view of …More

As the name might suggest, the northern beaches are famous for their beaches. This tour features breathtaking views, spectacular beaches and a great view of...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$215
Norfolk Island Culture Experience Tour

An immersive cultural experience sharing the living heritage of Norfolk Island through stories, language, food, artefacts and hands-on activity. Guests are invited to learn about …More

An immersive cultural experience sharing the living heritage of Norfolk Island through stories, language, food, artefacts and hands-on activity. Guests are invited to learn about...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.3 (8)
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$60
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