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

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2 Hour Surf Lesson At The Spit, Main Beach (Ages 14+)

Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you …More

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Anyone can now experience the thrill of a surfing lesson at one of the area's best surf schools. You'll have fun, be safe and you...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Whitsundays Premium Private Charter - Axopar 37 'Cheeky'

Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves …More

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Move away from the tourist hot spots and discover something spectacular in the Whitsundays with our customisable experiences. Explore the unique world beneath the waves...

2 to 8 hours
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Coral Sea Dreaming Overnight Dive, Snorkel and Sail

With a maximum capacity of 12 passengers on board the “Coral Sea Dreaming,” this is an intimate 2-day tour from Cairns. Combine scuba diving, snorkeling, …More

With a maximum capacity of 12 passengers on board the “Coral Sea Dreaming,” this is an intimate 2-day tour from Cairns. Combine scuba diving, snorkeling,...

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40 minute Reef Scenic Flight

This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute …More

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This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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Airlie Beach: Small Group Half Day Hinterland Sightseeing Tour

See the Whitsunday hinterland like a local on this four hour sightseeing bus tour from Airlie Beach. Start at Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation, one of …More

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See the Whitsunday hinterland like a local on this four hour sightseeing bus tour from Airlie Beach. Start at Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation, one of...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Whitsundays Segway Sunset and Boardwalk Tour with Dinner

Enjoy spectacular views while you glide along the Whitsunday Bicentennial Boardwalk on a Segway. A Segway is a great way to get around, it is …More

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Enjoy spectacular views while you glide along the Whitsunday Bicentennial Boardwalk on a Segway. A Segway is a great way to get around, it is...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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3 Day Whitsundays Sailing and Diving Adventure: Kiana

Sail and Dive the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands on our 16.4m ketch and enjoy your first dive for free. Kiana is the …More

Sail and Dive the Outer Great Barrier Reef and Whitsunday Islands on our 16.4m ketch and enjoy your first dive for free. Kiana is the...

3 days
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Cairns Rainforest & Waterfalls 4WD Half-Day Tour

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a …More

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Noosa Queen Sunset Cruise River

Experience the magic of Noosa as the sun sets over the tranquil waters of the Noosa River. Join us on our unforgettable Sunset Cruise! Grab …More

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Experience the magic of Noosa as the sun sets over the tranquil waters of the Noosa River. Join us on our unforgettable Sunset Cruise! Grab...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Airlie Beach Trike Tours

Personalise a Tour to suit yourself. Our Tours are just guides. If you’d like to go somewhere else, just ask the rider. Speak one-on-one with …More

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Personalise a Tour to suit yourself. Our Tours are just guides. If you’d like to go somewhere else, just ask the rider. Speak one-on-one with...

30 to 180 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Learn to Surf at Coolangatta on the Gold Coast

Enjoy an exciting 2 hour surf lesson at the famous Coolangatta Beach. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools and enjoy 2-hours spent with a …More

Enjoy an exciting 2 hour surf lesson at the famous Coolangatta Beach. Choose one of Australia's favorite surf schools and enjoy 2-hours spent with a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Gold Coast Hop On Hop Off Sightseeing Cruise 1 Day Pass

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. Hopo vessels depart hourly from five iconic Gold …More

Cruise the stunning Gold Coast waterways aboard the city’s only hop-on hop-off explorer and best-value sightseeing tour. Hopo vessels depart hourly from five iconic Gold...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise - Parasail & V8 Jetboat Combo

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above …More

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• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this tandem experience • Soar in the sky 400ft high above...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Great Barrier Reef or Rainforest Scenic Flights from Port Douglas

The 30min and 45min flight showcase the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. Departing over Port Douglas and 4 Mile Beach, other highlights include sights …More

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The 30min and 45min flight showcase the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. Departing over Port Douglas and 4 Mile Beach, other highlights include sights...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
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Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ, …More

Join us for an unforgettable experience of diving the Great Barrier Reef, on this dive trip for Certified Divers. Our expert guides at Scuba IQ,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch

Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer …More

Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea

This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints. Join our small …More

This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints. Join our small...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Rainbow Beach: Dolphin & Wildlife Ocean Kayak & Beach 4WD Tour

Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast …More

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Experience a 4x4 Drive by Local guides along the famous Coloured sands of Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point. This undiscovered part of East Coast...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Aquascene Magnetic Island Sunset & Shipwreck Tour

Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your …More

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Our Award-winning tour, we welcome you on board with us at Aquascene, we will share with you some beautiful places you won't find on your...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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Noosa eMtn Bike Tour: Exploring a National Park on Fun MTB Trails

Electric Mountain Bikes are a game-changer!! - See More. Go Further - No One Left Behind. Have More Fun. - Climb Anything. Don't Sweat It. …More

Electric Mountain Bikes are a game-changer!! - See More. Go Further - No One Left Behind. Have More Fun. - Climb Anything. Don't Sweat It....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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Mossman Gorge Daintree Experience Small Groups

Our travellers love our small groups of like minded people. We seat up to 11 passengers. Our tour guide is qualified and knowledgeable in the …More

Our travellers love our small groups of like minded people. We seat up to 11 passengers. Our tour guide is qualified and knowledgeable in the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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