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

Premium Whale-Watching Vessel – The Ocean Dreaming II offers three spacious viewing decks, ensuring unmatched visibility from every angle. Expert Crew & Live Commentary –...
$63

Embark on our Blue Mountains Adventure tour, combining iconic Australian wildlife with breathtaking scenery. Enjoy pickup from selected Sydney CBD hotels in air-conditioned comfort, with...
$150

I am the only regular day tour business owner that lives in the Blue Mountains. Our tour guides are story tellers. Our guests recommend us...
$170

WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive
Experience off the beaten path Australia! on our all-inclusive, small-group tour with guaranteed sightings of WILD Wombats and Kangaroos, Sydney's best waterfalls and National Parks!...
$177

An ideal taste of what the Hunter Valley has to offer. Perfect for people who are in the region for only a limited amount of...
$92

This tour has been specially crafted and perfected from 10+ years of Two Fat Blokes guest feedback. Visit some of the Hunter Valleys best wineries...
$170

This is Sydney's only true 3 in 1 whale watching cruise. Including a city sights cruise with live commentary on Sydney's history both past and...
$63

Kangarrific Tours is excited to be able to offer you their Wine & Wildlife Tour.. We use a luxury minibus, our groups are small (11...
$89

Sydney Beer and Brewery Tour
Sample your way through Sydney's thriving craft beer scene with a guide who takes you behind the scenes at the city’s best local breweries. You...
$110

Experience inspiring exhibitions at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. NOLAN: ORIGINS | 3 Oct - 7 Feb 2026 Discover the art of iconic...
$21

Guided by a passionate hiker and photographer who has spent a lifetime in the Blue Mountains, this small-group day tour from Sydney goes where the...
$153

This is not your average Hunter Valley wine tour. From the moment you leave Sydney, you’re hosted by a qualified chef who is also your...
$197

Expect fascinating history, delivered with energy and insight on a walking exploration of Sydney's colonial birthplace: The Rocks. Together your group will uncover the scallywag...
$37

Premier Whale Watching Byron Bay
Enjoy a once in a lifetime, close encounter with Humpback Whales! (June- November). Join us and our marine biologist on our Premier Whale Watching Cruise....
$85

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day
Byron area’s best and original surf tour operator. Licensed since 1993. World Exclusive Guarantee “ride a wave for 40m or your money back”. Terry is...
$35

Snorkel with Turtles Gold Coast
You will see the wonders of the Pacific Ocean from above and below the surface. Dive into the wonders of the biodiverse Turtle Island (Cook...
$120

Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours
Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney,...
$26

On our Secret Food Tour: Sydney, you'll eat around the delightful Oxford Street to the gorgeous local suburb of Surry Hills. See an area rich...
$120

Enjoy a relaxed 2.5 hour snorkeling and walking tour at Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve in Manly, just a short hop from Sydney. This morning...
$89

Surfing Lessons on Sydney's Bondi Beach
What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Bondi Beach? Here you'll find fantastic waves, sunbathing beauties, year-round sun and the coolest beachside...
$100

Enjoy a fun-filled day cruising through beautiful Sydney Harbour and visiting Taronga Zoo. See iconic Sydney landmarks from the water and meet the animals of...
$57

