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

Queensland, Australia
Sunset City Lights Cruise: 5.30pm or 6pm *seasonal (90min)

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is …More

The best way to see Brisbane is from the river. This tour provides you with a stunning sunset (*seasonal) as the tour commences which is...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$42
Gold Coast Quack'rDuck Amphibious Tour from Surfers Paradise

Reward yourself with an experience of a lifetime and ride aboard the Worlds most modern amphibious Quack’rDuck. Discover Surfers Paradise like never before. By esplanade, …More

Reward yourself with an experience of a lifetime and ride aboard the Worlds most modern amphibious Quack’rDuck. Discover Surfers Paradise like never before. By esplanade,...

1 hour 5 minutes Free Cancellation
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$39
Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Enjoy the picturesque surrounds of Fitzroy Island and kick back in paradise! Book a transfer only, or opt for a package building your day by …More

Enjoy the picturesque surrounds of Fitzroy Island and kick back in paradise! Book a transfer only, or opt for a package building your day by...

375 to 465 minutes Free Cancellation
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$77
Mid-Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise: 2:30pm-4pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such …More

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Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River. Take advantage of several photo opportunities as you glide through the water and see iconic sights such...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$37
Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate …More

As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$233
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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$53
One Hour Coral Farm Tour, Discover Australia's Marine Life

Explore Australia's largest coral farm on a captivating one-hour tour that unveils the secrets of coral cultivation and the vibrant beauty of the reef. This …More

Explore Australia's largest coral farm on a captivating one-hour tour that unveils the secrets of coral cultivation and the vibrant beauty of the reef. This...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$25
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing City Lights Cruise

Indulge yourself in a city lights sightseeing cruise in Surfers Paradise. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and Surfers …More

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Indulge yourself in a city lights sightseeing cruise in Surfers Paradise. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and Surfers...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$28
Cairns Aquarium by Twilight Tour

Gain exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and embark on a guided tour with a wildlife educator. Learn how animals behaviours adapt from day …More

Gain exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and embark on a guided tour with a wildlife educator. Learn how animals behaviours adapt from day...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$63
Bundaberg Brewed Drinks Barrel Tasting

Experience the Bundaberg Brewed Drinks Barrel, home to the famous Bundaberg Ginger Beer! This 4th generation locally owned family business exports their brews to over …More

Experience the Bundaberg Brewed Drinks Barrel, home to the famous Bundaberg Ginger Beer! This 4th generation locally owned family business exports their brews to over...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$16
Cairns Super Saver: Reef Cruise, Daintree & Kuranda Rail/Skyrail

Save up to 10% when you purchase this Super Saver Package. Combining the most popular attractions in Cairns, this three-day super saver is perfect for …More

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Save up to 10% when you purchase this Super Saver Package. Combining the most popular attractions in Cairns, this three-day super saver is perfect for...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (148)
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$418
Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Midday River Cruise

Experience the Surfers Paradise Midday Sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to spend an hour exploring the stunning waterways and picturesque canals of Surfers Paradise and …More

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Experience the Surfers Paradise Midday Sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to spend an hour exploring the stunning waterways and picturesque canals of Surfers Paradise and...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$21
Burleigh Head: Walkabout Small Group Tour

Discover the heart of the Gold Coast on the Jellurgal Walkabout Tour. Led by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander guide, this immersive experience connects …More

Discover the heart of the Gold Coast on the Jellurgal Walkabout Tour. Led by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander guide, this immersive experience connects...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Gold Coast 30 Minute Jetski Tour in Surfers Paradise

A short and sweet Jet Ski Tour that will leave you wanting more! Start with a practice ride on our 1km track allowing riders to …More

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A short and sweet Jet Ski Tour that will leave you wanting more! Start with a practice ride on our 1km track allowing riders to...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$85
Cairns: Best Value All-inclusive Reef Trip With Scuba Dive

Discover the magic of the Great Barrier Reef on our Cairns Outer Barrier Reef tour! Visit two breathtaking outer Reef sites (weather dependant), perfect for …More

Discover the magic of the Great Barrier Reef on our Cairns Outer Barrier Reef tour! Visit two breathtaking outer Reef sites (weather dependant), perfect for...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$202
GC Aqua Park 100 Minute Inflatable Water Park Activity, Southport

Book 100 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple …More

Book 100 minutes of non-stop inflatable fun with Gold Coast’s award-winning water park, crowned Queensland’s Best Major Tourist Attraction in 2024 and winner of multiple...

1 hour 40 minutes
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$28
UTV 4wd Cassowary Falls and Daintree Rainforest Adventure tour

This exclusive, small group Daintree Rainforest and Cassowary Falls adventure tour is on a magnificent private property, located in the Daintree Valley of tropical North …More

This exclusive, small group Daintree Rainforest and Cassowary Falls adventure tour is on a magnificent private property, located in the Daintree Valley of tropical North...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$131
Hartleys Crocodile Adventures Plus Return Port Douglas Transfers

The Affordable all Inclusive, No Hassle Way to Enjoy a Day Out at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle with …More

The Affordable all Inclusive, No Hassle Way to Enjoy a Day Out at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle with...

40 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged …More

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Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged...

55 minutes Free Cancellation
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$60
Surfers Paradise - 2 Hour Gold Coast Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the Gold Coast in style on a 2-hour sightseeing cruise along Hopo’s vibrant ferry route. Travelling a continuous loop, the cruise makes brief pauses …More

Discover the Gold Coast in style on a 2-hour sightseeing cruise along Hopo’s vibrant ferry route. Travelling a continuous loop, the cruise makes brief pauses...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$21
Daintree, Cape Tribulation & River Cruise from Port Douglas

Embark on the Total Daintree Experience from Port Douglas with Daintree Discovery Tours, where small groups and expert local guides provide an unforgettable journey through …More

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Embark on the Total Daintree Experience from Port Douglas with Daintree Discovery Tours, where small groups and expert local guides provide an unforgettable journey through...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$197
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