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

Queensland, Australia
Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past… …More

Take a Walk on the Dark Side... Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past…...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$24
Cairns Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in tropical style with a relaxing Cairns Sunset Cruise through the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. As the sun dips behind the mountains, enjoy …More

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Unwind in tropical style with a relaxing Cairns Sunset Cruise through the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. As the sun dips behind the mountains, enjoy...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$54
Daintree Rainforest Night Walk in Cape Tribulation

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the …More

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
Authentic Indigenous Cultural Tour Including Scenic River Cruise

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just …More

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Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$119
Matador Whitsundays

Set sail aboard Matador, a legendary racing yacht, and explore the breathtaking Whitsundays. Glide through turquoise waters, past lush islands and stunning white sandy beaches. …More

Set sail aboard Matador, a legendary racing yacht, and explore the breathtaking Whitsundays. Glide through turquoise waters, past lush islands and stunning white sandy beaches....

2 days Free Cancellation
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$351
30 minute Reef Scenic Flight

This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing …More

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This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$330
Guided Eco Segway Tours Four Mile Beach Port Douglas

Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing …More

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Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$98
Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge: Full Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly …More

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$177
Springbrook andTamborine Rainforest Tour Incl Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave

Explore the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia with the destinations most experienced Tour Company. This day trip from Brisbane combines two National Parks : …More

Explore the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests of Australia with the destinations most experienced Tour Company. This day trip from Brisbane combines two National Parks :...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$140
Moreton Island & Tangalooma Wrecks Snorkel Cruise - Brisbane

Fully inclusive day cruise with no additional costs. Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island …More

Fully inclusive day cruise with no additional costs. Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail with See Moreton to discover this world-renowned island...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$190
Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach. …More

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (339)
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$163
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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$53
Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$85
Adventure &Taste Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Cairns

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns. …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Surf Lesson on the Gold Coasts locals Favourite 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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$53
Taste the Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Port Douglas

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Half Day Low Isles Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas

Half day tours to the picturesque Low Isles with a maximum of 23 guests. Choose an early morning departure or afternoon departure, both with a …More

Half day tours to the picturesque Low Isles with a maximum of 23 guests. Choose an early morning departure or afternoon departure, both with a...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$173
Kayak Turtle Tour from Palm Cove

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle …More

Ready for the experience of a lifetime? Come on our Kayak Turtle Tour.  Tours operate daily from the south end of Palm Cove and paddle...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (300)
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$84
Glasshouse Twister - 90 min jet ski experience

An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this 1.5-hour jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you through …More

An hour’s drive north of Brisbane, enjoy this 1.5-hour jet ski tour departing from Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. This small-group tour takes you through...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$264
Daintree River 'Sunset' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman

A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching …More

A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (192)
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$53
Port Douglas: Kuranda tour with Skyrail or Scenic Train

Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway before …More

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Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway before...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (65)
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$127
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