Overview
Hobart Discovery
5 Nights 6 Days
$1,495 per person
Selected dates through to March 2027
$99 deposit – Balance Due 30 Days before travel
Discover the Best of Hobart with everything brought together in one unforgettable trip.
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Discovery Package includes:
✅ 5 Nights at a 4 Star Hotel
✅ Daily Breakfast
✅ Hobart Grand Tour
✅ MONA Ferry & Entry Tickets
✅ Bruny Island Day Tour
✅ Port Arthur Tour with Harbour Cruise
Itinerary
Why Book with us?
✅ Aussie Owned & Operated
✅ Certified Aussie Specialists
✅ One Simple Booking
✅ Secure Your Trip with a $99 Deposit
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Mon–Fri | 9am–5pm (Brisbane Time)
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Welcome to Hobart
Tasmania’s vibrant capital is where history, art and nature collide. Wander its charming waterfront, explore boutique galleries and markets, and take in sweeping views beneath Mount Wellington.
★★★★
5 Nights
4 Star Hotel
Guest Room with Daily Breakfast
1 King or 2 Single Beds
A centrally located hotel just a short walk from Hobart Waterfront.
Grand Hobart Tour
Experience all of Hobart’s highlights in one amazing day – from breathtaking mountain views and historic landmarks to up-close wildlife encounters.
Hotel Pickup
Group Tour
Departs : 09:00
Returns : 17:00
Highlights include
• Mt Wellington Summit
• Hobart City Tour
• Visit Richmond
• Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
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Grey Line Tours
Grand Hobart Bus Tour With Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Overview
This full-day experience combines Hobart’s top highlights into one comprehensive tour, including kunanyi / Mt Wellington, a guided city tour and a visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
Discover Hobart in a single day — from breathtaking summit views and historic landmarks to charming villages and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Mount Wellington
Travel to the summit for sweeping panoramic views across Hobart and the Derwent River. Along the way, pass through diverse ecosystems and view the Organ Pipes rock formation.
Hobart City Tour
Explore Hobart’s historic streets with a local guide. Key sights include:
• Sullivan’s Cove
• Parliament House
• Salamanca Place
• St David’s Cathedral
• Treasury Building & Constitution Dock
You’ll also pass South Hobart, Queen’s Domain and Government House, with optional time at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.
Historic Sites & Cascade Valley
Travel through Cascade Valley, home to the Cascade Brewery and Gardens, and visit the exterior ruins of the Cascades Female Factory.
Richmond Village
Visit the historic village of Richmond, home to Australia’s oldest convict-built bridge and oldest Catholic Church.
Enjoy around 1 hour of free time to explore, browse shops or relax by the Coal River.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Get up close with Tasmania’s native wildlife, including Tasmanian Devils. Learn about conservation efforts and enjoy interactive experiences.
Spend approximately 1 hour exploring the sanctuary and hand-feeding animals.
Morning – Free & Easy
(Salamanca Markets Saturday only)
Spend your morning exploring the iconic Salamanca Markets, soaking up Hobart’s buzzing streets and local flavours.
Afternoon – MONA Ferry & Entry Tickets
Cruise along the Derwent River to MONA, where cutting-edge art and striking architecture create a truly unforgettable experience.
Self Guided
Ferry to MONA : 1:15 PM
Museum Entry : 14:00 PM
Return Ferry : 17:00 PM
Bruny Island Day Tour
Discover world class beaches, national parks, rugged coastline and native wildlife matched with the finest local produce from the ocean and the land.
Hotel Pickup
Group Tour
Departs : 07:30
Returns : 17:30
Highlights include:
• Amazing Wildlife
• The Neck Lookout
• Award winning food
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Tassie Tours
Bruny Island Day Tour
Overview
Explore beautiful Bruny Island, arguably Tasmania’s best day trip. This experience showcases world-class beaches, national parks, rugged coastline and native wildlife, combined with some of the island’s finest local produce.
Your Day Experience
Each tour is tailored to the weather and group on the day to ensure the best possible experience without feeling rushed. Expect an active (easy to moderate) morning including nature walks, wildlife spotting and scenic lookouts, with opportunities to explore pristine beaches and lagoons (swimming optional).
This tour also takes you off the beaten track to locations only accessible via local walking tracks.
Afternoon & Food Experiences
After a morning of exploring, enjoy a relaxing lunch stop at the Bruny Hotel or nearby general store (own cost), followed by visits to local producers where you may sample honey, chocolate, oysters and other regional specialties (time permitting, own cost).
Tour Highlights
• Temperate rainforest walk
• Easy to moderate walking tracks
• Wildlife spotting including albino wallabies
• The Neck viewing platform
• Cape Bruny Lighthouse
• Secret lagoons and beaches
• Gourmet food stops (own cost)
What You Need to Know
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from selected locations in and around Hobart. If your hotel is not listed, your pickup point will typically be within a short walking distance.
⏰ 7:30am – 5:30pm
✔ Hotel pickup & drop-off
✔ National Park entry
✔ Knowledgeable local guide
✖ Meals, tastings and beverages not included
Please Note
It is not possible to visit every attraction in one day. The itinerary is adjusted daily to suit weather conditions and the group, ensuring the best overall experience.
Explore Port Arthur and Tasman Sights
Explore the dramatic Tasman Peninsula on a full-day journey combining breathtaking coastal scenery with Australia’s most significant convict site. Discover Port Arthur’s fascinating history, enjoy a harbour cruise, and take in iconic viewpoints, local treats and natural wonders along the way.
Group Tour
Departs : 09:30
Returns : 17:30
Highlights include:
• Pirates Bay Lookout
• Lavender Farm
• Isle of the dead Cruise
• Remarkable Cave
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Tassie Tours
Port Arthur, Tasman Sights & Harbour Cruise
Overview
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site along with the highlights of the Tasman Peninsula on this full-day tour from Hobart.
Combining rich history, dramatic coastal scenery and local produce stops, this experience showcases one of Tasmania’s most iconic regions.
Your Day Experience
Travel from Hobart with a local guide, stopping along the Tasman Peninsula for scenic lookouts and unique attractions.
Highlights include Pirates Bay Lookout, the Dog Line at Eaglehawk Neck, the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry and the Port Arthur Lavender Farm.
Upon arrival at Port Arthur Historic Site, enjoy included general admission and a 20-minute harbour cruise. You’ll have up to 4 hours to explore the site and learn about its fascinating convict history.
For those wanting an additional experience, you can rejoin the bus after 3 hours for a visit to Remarkable Cave, where you’ll enjoy spectacular coastal views over Maingon Bay and Penguin Rocks, along with the chance to descend to the viewing platform surrounded by sandstone cliffs.
Tour Highlights
• Pirates Bay Lookout
• Dog Line at Eaglehawk Neck
• Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry
• Port Arthur Lavender Farm
• Port Arthur Historic Site entry
• Harbour Cruise
• Optional visit to Remarkable Cave
Tour Schedule
9:30am – Depart Hobart
10:40am – Pirates Bay Lookout (10 mins)
10:55am – Dog Line (5 mins)
11:05am – Chocolate Foundry (10–15 mins)
11:30am – Lavender Farm (20–30 mins)
12:00pm – Port Arthur Historic Site (3–4 hours)
2:20pm – Harbour Cruise (included)
3:10pm – Remarkable Cave (optional)
4:00pm – Depart Port Arthur
5:30pm – Arrive Hobart
What You Need to Know
⏰ 9:30am – 5:30pm
✔ Hotel pickup & drop-off
✔ Port Arthur Historic Site entry
✔ Harbour cruise
✔ Knowledgeable local guide
✖ Meals and beverages not included
Depart with unforgettable memories of Tasmania’s history, art and spectacular coastal scenery.
We look forward to planning your next trip!
FAQ's
Yes – If you would like to confirm your hotel before booking, send us a message and our team will provide the hotel details for your travel dates.
If your travel dates are showing as unavailable, simply send us a message and our team will confirm the best available options for your preferred dates
Yes – this itinerary can be tailored to suit your travel plans:
• Travel solo or as a group
• Add extra nights to your stay
• Change your accommodation
• Upgrade or adjust your tours
Simply send us a message and our team will prepare a custom itinerary for you.
All tours and inclusions will remain the same, however the order of your itinerary may vary depending on scheduling and availability.
Where possible, your MONA visit will be scheduled for a Saturday so you can enjoy the Salamanca Markets in the morning.
We recommend arriving on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday so you can enjoy the Salamanca Markets on Saturday morning, followed by a visit to MONA in the afternoon.
Yes – let us know your preferred ferry time and our team will arrange this for you where possible.
The Ferry departs Hobart Waterfront every hour from 09:15 to 14:15.
Lunch is not included on these tours. However, time is allocated each day for you to purchase lunch at a local venue.
Secure your trip with a $99 deposit per person.
Your booking will be confirmed within 48 hours, after which you can book your flights.
The remaining balance is due 30 days before travel, or upon confirmation if booking within 30 days.
You can cancel your booking within 72 hours for a full refund.
After this period, $99 per person from the deposit is non-refundable.
Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to departure will receive a full refund, less the $99 per person deposit.
Cancellations made 8 to 29 days prior to departure will receive a 75% refund.
Cancellations made 7 days or less prior to departure are non-refundable.
Full details are outlined in our Terms & Conditions.
