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

New South Wales, Australia
Whale Watching Sydney 2-Hour Express Cruise

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

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

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Blue Mountains Adventure w Scenic World, Zoo, Koala Photo & Ferry

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 …More

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...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$150
Blue Mountains Scenic World to Sydney Harbour Bridge Museum

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 …More

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...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$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! …More

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!...

10 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$177
Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour

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 …More

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...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$92
Uncork the Hunter Full Day Hunter Valley Winery Tour

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 …More

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...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (581)
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$170
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

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 …More

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...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

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

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

10 hours
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$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 …More

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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...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation
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$110
Sydney Art Exhibitions at Art Gallery New South Wales

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

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

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$21
Blue Mountains Wild Kangaroos & Sunset from Sydney - w/Sparkling

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 …More

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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...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$153
Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney

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 …More

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...

11 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (777)
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$197
Convicts and The Rocks: Sydney's Walking Tour Led by Historian

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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$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. …More

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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....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$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 …More

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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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$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, …More

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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,...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (162)
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$26
Sydney Food Tour with 6 Authentic Tastings by Secret Food Tours

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 …More

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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...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (343)
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$120
Small Group Manly Snorkel Tour and Nature Walk with Local Guide

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 …More

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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...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (291)
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$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 …More

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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...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (271)
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$100
Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour

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 …More

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...

4 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (807)
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$57
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