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Bruny Island Day Tour: Lighthouse, Tastings & National ParkA full-day guided tour of Bruny Island departing Hobart at 7am, with hotel pickup and return, includes South Bruny National Park entry, a 30-minute guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse (heritage-listed, built 1836), beachside morning tea with Get Shucked oysters and three cheeses, one-course lunch at Hotel Bruny overlooking Sunset Beach, and tastings at Bruny Island Chocolate Company, Bruny Island Honey and a cheese shop. The guide is a local Tasmanian who leads the full day; the tour runs in an air-conditioned bus with ferry crossings included. Maximum 20 guests per departure. Children under 5 cannot climb the lighthouse stairs but can visit the museum at the base.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want a full-day itinerary that combines lighthouse access, multiple lookouts, and food tastings in one guided sequence starting from Hobart at 7am.
Gordon River Cruise Strahan: UNESCO Wilderness Electric BoatA Gordon River Cruise from Strahan takes you six hours into Tasmania's UNESCO-protected wilderness aboard Spirit of the Wild, a custom-built vessel with electric motors that let you experience the river in near-silence. You cruise to Sarah Island—a former convict penal colony with tangible history—and step ashore at Heritage Landing to walk an ancient rainforest with a guide. Chef-prepared lunch happens on the water as you return; the morning departure gets you there first, and the 360° viewing deck on the upper level gives you the river from every angle.Is it for me?You choose your deck level at checkout—Premier Upper Deck, Main Deck Window, or Main Deck Central—so you pick where you sit and what you see. The morning departure is what gets you there first on the river, which is the whole reason the operator built this boat and runs it this way; if you're arriving in Strahan with a free afternoon or a second day, the later departure works the same route with the same guide and the same lunch, just with fewer reflections on the water.
Bruny Island Full-Day Tour: Beaches, Rainforest & LighthouseA full-day guided tour of Bruny Island from Hobart includes round-trip ferry transfers, an air-conditioned minivan, a local guide and national parks pass. The route is not fixed: your guide adjusts stops and timing based on weather and group preferences, so each day unfolds differently. Hotel pickup within 5km of Hobart CBD is included; the tour runs 10 hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the island's highlights without planning the route yourself — the guide adjusts the day around weather and what your group is interested in, so you get a custom experience within a full-day structure.
Hobart: Mount Wellington Summit Bus & Alpine WalksYou ride a shuttle bus from Hobart's waterfront up to Mount Wellington's 1270-metre summit, spend 30 minutes at the lookouts, then return — or use your all-day pass to hop off at any of five alpine walking stops and catch a later bus down. The pass includes guide commentary, a bushwalking map, and WiFi on board, so you choose whether to stay on for the full loop or break the journey into walks.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the summit views without driving yourself and the flexibility to add a walk or two without committing to a full day hike — the all-day pass means you control the pace, and the guide knows which tracks match the weather and your energy.
Gordon River cruise from Strahan: Sarah Island & rainforest walkA six-hour World Heritage cruise departing Strahan at 9am takes you through Hells Gates into Macquarie Harbour, past salmon and trout farms, to Sarah Island for a guided tour of Tasmania's first penal settlement, then deep into the Gordon River rainforest. You disembark at Heritage Landing to walk a boardwalk through the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, where the ancient forest and its oldest trees are the reason the wilderness is protected. Lunch of Tasmanian produce and morning tea are prepared on-board; the skipper provides live commentary and video on the coast's history. Cruises run daily except Christmas and August 1–31.Is it for me?Choose Upper Deck if you want the best views and don't mind paying a little more for the included lunch and beverage service; Main Deck seating is the same cruise at a lower price and is the only option if you need wheelchair access. Either way, the six-hour window means you can fit this into a day trip to Strahan without rushing, and the lunch on-board means you're not hunting for a restaurant between the penal settlement and the rainforest.
Wineglass Bay Cruise from Coles Bay: 4.5-hour coastal tourA 4.5-hour cruise from Coles Bay along the Freycinet Peninsula coastline aboard the Schouten Passage II, with live commentary from a local guide. The boat passes granite cliffs, white sand beaches and Wineglass Bay itself, with chances to spot dolphins, seals, birdlife and migrating whales. Lunch is available on select options; restroom facilities are on board.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want to see Wineglass Bay from the water—the angle most hikers miss—without arranging your own boat or navigating the peninsula on foot. The fixed schedule and guide handle the route, so you arrive at the bay and the granite coastline without planning the details.
Freycinet: Sea Kayak Tour with Beach Stop & Local GuideYou’ll glide across Freycinet’s calm waters in a stable double kayak with a local guide leading the way. Expect hands-on help getting started, real stories about the landscape, and a pause for hot drinks and cookies on a quiet beach — all gear included. The feeling of salt air and pink granite stays with you long after you leave.
Tamar Valley: Wine Tour with Tasmanian Lunch & Cellar TastingsYou’ll taste Tamar Valley wines at four cellar doors with a small group and local guide, hear stories from winemakers themselves, and enjoy a Tasmanian lunch platter with regional produce and wine. Expect laughter over shared plates, quiet moments among the vines, and genuine connections along the way.
Bruny Island tasting tour: Cheese, oysters, wine from HobartA full-day gourmet tasting tour of Bruny Island departing from Hobart, where you visit artisan producers for cheese, wine, beer, oysters and fudge, walk through Mavista rainforest and pristine beaches, and finish with lunch and wine at Pennicott's beachside restaurant in Adventure Bay. A local guide leads a small group; hotel pickup and all food and drinks are included. Children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste your way across an island rather than just see it—the small group size and the time spent at each producer's site means you hear the stories behind what you're eating, not just the highlights. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean the day holds together without you planning the stops or driving between them.
Mt Wellington, Mt Field & Bonorong: Small Group Day TripYou’ll ride up windy Kunanyi for wild views over Hobart, walk beneath ancient trees at Mt Field National Park, meet Tasmanian devils at Bonorong Sanctuary, and end your day tasting scallop pies in historic Richmond village. It’s a mix of raw nature and small-town warmth that stays with you long after you leave.
Port Arthur & Richmond: Full-Day Tour with Harbour CruiseYou’ll trace convict footsteps at Port Arthur Historic Site, cruise Carnarvon Bay around Isle of the Dead, pause at Richmond Bridge for photos, and feel spray from Remarkable Caves before sweetening your day at a local chocolate factory. This isn’t just history — it’s laughter, weathered stone under your hands, and moments that stay with you.
Maria Island: Wildlife Cruise & Guided Walk with LunchYou’ll cruise along Maria Island’s wild coast spotting seals and maybe dolphins before stepping onto land for a guided walk through convict ruins dotted with wombats and kangaroos. Lunch is served at anchor in a peaceful bay with local wine or beer included. This tour feels personal—stories from guides, laughter over cake—and leaves you quietly changed by Tasmania’s wildness.
Hobart: Derwent River Harbour Cruise with Dinner & CommentaryYou board at Hobart's waterfront and spend 1–2 hours on the Derwent River, moving past landmarks like Tasman Bridge, Rose Bay, and Battery Point with a crew member narrating. Lunch and dinner cruises include meals; morning and afternoon cruises are shorter and lighter. Book the dinner cruise only if you can confirm eight passengers are going.Is it for me?Right for an afternoon or evening when you want to see Hobart from the water without arranging your own transport or navigation. The dinner cruise works best if you're a group of eight or more, since that's the minimum to run — otherwise, the lunch or afternoon cruise gives you the same river views on a shorter schedule.
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet: Day Trip from Hobart with Winery StopYou’ll start your journey near Hobart with fresh bakery treats before heading east for coastal walks and sweeping views over Wineglass Bay. Taste local seafood and wine at Devil’s Corner Winery, wander historic Richmond village, and end the day with city views from Rosny Hill — all with a friendly guide who knows their stuff.
Bruny Island: Wilderness Cruise Day Trip & Lunch from HobartYou’ll ride from Hobart to Bruny Island with a local guide, cruise beneath towering sea cliffs and into deep caves, spot seals or dolphins (if you’re lucky), then warm up with lunch at Adventure Bay. Expect cold winds, real stories, and views that stick with you long after you leave.
Tasman Peninsula: Wilderness Cruise & Port Arthur Day TourYou’ll ride a wilderness cruise along Tasmania’s wildest coastline, spot seals sunbathing under soaring cliffs, then walk through Port Arthur’s haunting ruins with time to explore at your own pace. Lunch is included and you’ll hear real local stories from your guide—expect moments that stick with you long after you’re back in Hobart.
Hobart: Kayak City Tour with Waterfront Lunch & Local GuideYou’ll paddle through Hobart’s working harbor with a local guide, glide past historic homes and tall ships, and eat fresh fish & chips right from your kayak. Expect close-up city views you can’t get on foot, easy conversation, maybe even spotting seals or dolphins if you’re lucky — plus plenty of small moments you’ll remember after you dry off.
Launceston: Hollybank Zipline Tour & Longest Forest RideYou’ll clip in with expert guides and soar across Hollybank’s blue gum forest canopy on six ziplines — including Australia’s longest ride over Piper River. With small groups and digital photos included, this day trip from Launceston lets you feel both nerves and awe (plus a few laughs) high above Tasmania’s wild side.
Port Arthur & Tasman Peninsula: Day Tour with Harbour CruiseYou’ll taste local chocolate, stroll through lavender fields near Port Arthur, stand above wild cliffs at Maingon Bay, and drift across historic waters on a harbour cruise—all in one day trip from Hobart with pickup included. The mix of convict stories and salty air might just stay with you longer than you expect.
Hobart Wine Tour: 4 Cellar Doors & Chef Lunch in MercedesYou visit four cellar doors across Hobart's three wine valleys in a small group, with a chef-prepared lunch and cheese tasting included in the price. A driver handles the route in a luxury vehicle, so you taste without worrying about driving, and you can request favourite vineyards to be added to the itinerary. The whole day costs what's quoted — no hidden fees.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full wine valley day without arranging transport, picking wineries, or worrying about driving after tastings — the fixed route and included lunch mean you show up and the day unfolds without decisions.
