Hand-picked tours across Tasmania
Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Tasmania for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

Bruny Island Small-Group Guided Tour From Hobart
A full-day guided excursion to Bruny Island combines coastal exploration with local food stops. Departing from Hobart, this seven-to-eight-hour small-group tour crosses by ferry to an island of dramatic sea cliffs, sheltered beaches, and temperate rainforest. You'll search for white wallabies and sea eagles, then venture into the island's food scene—oyster farms, independent bakeries, and cool-climate vineyards. Hotel collection and drop-off included; bring funds for tastings.

Hobart Kayak Tour
Paddle through Hobart's working harbour on a 2.5-hour guided kayak tour that reveals the city from the water. Starting from the waterfront, you'll navigate past colonial mansions, heritage tall ships, and working docks whilst spotting local wildlife—seals, dolphins, and starfish in clear shallows. An expert guide provides paddling instruction and local knowledge throughout. All equipment included; no experience needed, just basic fitness.

Hobart Sailing Experience
Sail Hobart Harbour aboard a Sydney to Hobart race yacht with experienced crew. This three-hour active sailing experience lets you work the winches, steer, or simply watch as you navigate one of Australia's most dramatic harbours. You'll spot the city skyline, Mt Wellington's forested slopes, and possibly dolphins, seals, penguins or whales. Morning or afternoon tea with local produce and optional wine or beer complete the outing.

6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style
This six-day loop across Tasmania combines coastal scenery, wilderness walks, and wildlife encounters. Starting in Hobart at the Salamanca Markets, you'll traverse the West Coast's rugged terrain, climb through Cradle Mountain's alpine landscape, and explore the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park. The itinerary includes the Tasman Peninsula's convict history and a Gordon River cruise. You'll stay in comfortable motels (max 20 guests) with local Tasmanian guides who bring three decades of experience and genuine passion for the island's stories and ecosystems.

Hobart History, People & Places - 2 hour city walk
A 2-hour guided walk through Hobart's streets and waterfront, tracing the city's evolution from convict settlement to modern port. You'll navigate Hunter Street, Salamanca Place, and key heritage precincts with a local guide who unpacks Georgian and Victorian architecture alongside the lives of those who built the city—both the forced labour and the free settlers who shaped its character.

6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart
Six days tracing Tasmania's most dramatic landscapes, starting from Hobart. You'll walk through Cradle Mountain's alpine terrain, track along the East Coast's sculptured bays and pristine shorelines, and detour inland to see Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong. Small-group format means unhurried exploration of both headline sights and quieter pockets that most visitors miss. The tour holds eco-certification and beds down in local accommodation across the state.

Mt Field National Park and Russell Falls from Hobart
Head north from Hobart into the forested Derwent Valley on this morning excursion to Mt Field National Park. You'll visit Salmon Ponds, Australia's pioneering trout facility established in the 1800s, then explore the park's cool temperate rainforest and cascading Russell Falls. A local guide leads the 7-hour 15-minute circuit by coach, with morning tea included and hotel pickups arranged.

Richmond Village Tour Hobart
Travel 25 kilometres south from Hobart to Richmond Village on this 4-hour return journey through the Coal River Valley. You'll spend roughly 3 hours exploring this Georgian-era settlement, where convict-built sandstone architecture and Tasmania's oldest bridge tell the region's story. Wander past heritage sites, art galleries and antique dealers at your own pace, with a local guide providing context during the drive through Southern Tasmania's wine country. A complimentary map highlights local discounts.

Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip
A full-day road trip from Hobart to Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake, departing at 6am and returning by 9pm. Travel through Tasmania's interior—passing farmland, forests, and river valleys—before spending up to five hours in the national park itself. The small-group journey covers ground most visitors tackle across multiple days, guided by a qualified leader with first-aid training. No overnight stay required; bring a day pack and comfortable boots.

Dave's Eats Hobart Hobart Food Tour
Walk Hobart's waterfront and laneways on a 2–2.5 hour guided tasting tour led by a local food enthusiast. Stop at five-plus venues—bakeries, fishmongers, delis, chocolate makers, ice-cream shops—sampling Tasmanian produce, award-winning cured meats, fresh seafood, and artisanal cheeses. You'll hear the stories behind each stop and meet the makers crafting these regional specialities. It's a relaxed outing that showcases flavours you won't taste anywhere else.

Full-Day Tour to Wineglass Bay from Hobart
A 10-hour guided exploration of Tasmania's East Coast centred on Wineglass Bay and Cape Tourville. Local guides lead you through the region's most striking coastal landscapes, stopping at established East Coast vineyards for tastings and a waterside lunch. The operators have deep roots here—they know the stories, the back roads, and what it genuinely means to live on this remote stretch of island. Expect honest insights alongside the scenery, not rehearsed patter.

The Hobart Local - Private, luxury half-day tour
Spend four hours with a knowledgeable local who steers you through Hobart's best quarters—Salamanca, Battery Point, and the city centre—revealing the stories that shaped the place. You'll visit working breweries and distilleries, chat with the makers behind them, taste local produce, and get a genuine feel for how Tasmanians actually live and work. This isn't a bus tour; it's a walking ramble with someone who knows where the real action happens.

Hobart's Liquid History Pub Tour
Walk Hobart's waterfront and historic lanes with Dave, stopping at four local pubs to sample Tasmanian craft beers, ciders, and wines while hearing stories of convict settlers, maritime figures, and the city's social evolution. This 2.5-hour tour pairs drinks with local history, moving at a leisurely pace through some of Australia's oldest buildings and drinking establishments.

Three Capes & tukana / Tasman Peninsula Hiking Tour - 4 Days
A four-day walking adventure across Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula, showcasing towering sea cliffs, sculpted rock formations and coastal vistas. Based from Hobart, you'll tackle daily hikes through one of Australia's most dramatic landscapes, with guides leading you past Cape Pillar, Cape Hauy and Cape Raoul. Meals, snacks and park access included throughout.

Richmond Village & Red Decker hop-on hop-off
Pair a guided ramble through Richmond, Tasmania's best-preserved Georgian township, with 48 hours of hop-on hop-off access aboard Hobart's open-top Red Decker buses. Spend three hours exploring Richmond's colonial architecture, antique shops, and food spots (with exclusive discounts), then ride the full loop or dip in and out at stops around Hobart's waterfront and hills. The 90-minute circuit works best if you start the city tour at 10am or 11am before heading to Richmond at 12:30pm.

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours)
Ride the official shuttle up kunanyi/Mount Wellington to 1270 metres, where views stretch across Hobart and southern Tasmania. This 2.5-hour return trip from Hobart's waterfront gives you 30 minutes at the summit's lookouts and shelter. Grab an all-day pass to hop off at five Wellington Park stops and walk alpine tracks at your own pace, catching a later bus back down. The shuttle runs year-round—it's the only operator with access when snow closes Pinnacle Road.

Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Cruise down Hobart's Derwent River to Iron Pot Lighthouse on a 2.5-hour boat tour spotting maritime landmarks and learning about Tasmania's seafaring past. Your local guide recounts stories of wrecks, early colonists and harbour life whilst you pass Mount Wellington, the Shot Tower and Betsey Island. Intimate groups of 12–14 people mean genuine conversation and flexibility to linger at points of interest.

kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour
Hop on the official shuttle from Hobart's waterfront and ride 50 minutes to the 1,270-metre summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. A local guide shares stories about the mountain's ecology and Hobart's history en route. From the top, you've got options: walk back down through Wellington Park on marked trails (roughly 3 hours), pedal a mountain bike route (around an hour), or simply soak in the views across southern Tasmania before your own descent. Perfect for self-directed adventurers.

SHORE EXCURSION - Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart
This eight to ten-hour guided tour whisks cruise passengers from Hobart to Bruny Island for a full day exploring Tasmania's dramatic coastline, national parks and native fauna. You'll travel by air-conditioned minivan with a knowledgeable guide, taking the ferry across and back, sampling local produce straight from ocean and paddock. The Parks Pass is included, covering entry to protected areas where you'll discover why this island rewards a proper look beyond the typical port stop.

Hobart: Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wildlife - Active Day Tour
A 12-hour active exploration of Tasmania's wilderness centred on Mt. Field National Park. You'll walk through old-growth forest to multiple waterfalls, encounter native wildlife at Bonorong, and cap the day atop kunanyi/Mt. Wellington for panoramic views across southern Tasmania. Small group sizes keep the experience intimate and accessible to varying fitness levels.

From Hobart: Gordon Dam and Lake Pedder Wilderness Day Tour
This nine-and-a-half-hour wilderness loop drives you into Tasmania's remote southwest to walk across Gordon Dam—the country's tallest arch structure—then explore Lake Pedder's distinctive rust-coloured waters and surrounding temperate rainforest. A university-trained guide leads easy walks through World Heritage terrain, with panoramic stops built in for photography. You'll travel in a comfortable air-conditioned coach with onboard commentary.

Coal River Wine Hopper
Spend seven hours exploring Coal River's premier wine region with a flexible hop-on, hop-off service running hourly between seven estates. Visit Riverdale, Coal Valley Vineyard, Pooley's and others, pairing Tasmanian wines with local produce at each stop. Linger as long as you like—take a leisurely two-hour lunch, chat with winemakers, or skip ahead when you're ready. The air-conditioned shuttle handles navigation while you discover why this corner of Tasmania punches above its weight for quality, returning you to Hobart by late afternoon.

Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania
Spend a morning and afternoon touring four wineries across the Derwent and Coal River valleys southeast of Hobart. You'll taste wines from Tasmania's signature cool-climate vineyards, walk through the estates, and hear how local winemakers work with regional varieties. The van handles driving so you can enjoy without restraint. Small groups mean proper conversation with the cellar door staff and fellow wine lovers.

Tasmania 5 Day East Coast Tour
Traverse Tasmania's eastern seaboard over five days, connecting Hobart and Launceston whilst covering roughly 850 kilometres of coastal landscape. This small-group tour balances purposeful travel with proper time to absorb the region's standout features—from heritage sites to natural landmarks. You'll sample local producers (wine, chocolate, cheese, oysters) and visit major attractions without feeling rushed. Breakfast and lunch included daily, plus all park passes and entry fees. Works for families with young children through to retirees.

Shore Excursion: Nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights
Explore Hobart's standout neighbourhoods and landmarks in five hours aboard a minivan with a knowledgeable local guide. The itinerary takes you through Salamanca (market on Saturdays), the heritage precinct of Battery Point, Richmond's Georgian streets, and up to kunanyi's summit for panoramic views. You'll tick off major spots—the Cascade Brewery, Parliament House, the Tasman Bridge—at your own pace, with guided commentary filling the gaps. Departures and returns available from nine city pickup points, including the cruise terminal.

Full-Day Guided Bruny Island Tour from Hobart
This 10-hour guided tour takes you across Bruny Island's wild southern reaches by minivan, starting from central Hobart with ferry included. You'll move between beaches, national parks, and rocky headlands watching for native wildlife whilst learning from a local guide who tailors the day's route based on weather and group interests. It's active but manageable, mixing coastal walks with stops at working farms and local producers.

nipaluna (Hobart) Highlights Day Tour
Explore Hobart's essential landmarks on this 6.5-hour guided minivan tour (8 hours Saturdays), taking in Salamanca's waterfront precinct, the historic Richmond township, kunanyi's summit views, and the city's colonial core. Your driver-guide navigates the route whilst sharing local insight, leaving you time to wander at your own pace. Hotel pickups available across the metro area.

Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
This 9.5-hour Bruny Island expedition takes you from Hobart across to Tasmania's wild southern coastline. A custom-built eco-cruiser carries you on a three-hour coastal voyage past sea cliffs, into cave systems, and along remote beaches where seals and seabirds live undisturbed. The day includes a return ferry crossing, a local guide, morning tea, and lunch cooked on the island. You'll feel the Southern Ocean's raw energy without needing previous experience or special fitness.

Tasman Island Cruises and Port Arthur Historic Site Day Tour from Hobart
Combine rugged coastal scenery with convict history on this 10.5-hour loop from Hobart. You'll spend three hours cruising the Tasman Peninsula's dramatic cliffs and sea caves, then shift to guided coach exploration of Port Arthur Historic Site, the colonies' most notorious penal settlement. Morning tea and lunch anchor the day, with interpretive commentary throughout revealing the peninsula's layered past.

Salamanca Walk - History Tour
Walk through Battery Point's lanes and laneways to discover Hobart's colonial foundations and the characters who shaped them. This 2.5-hour guided tour threads together convict histories, colonial architecture, and the streetside stories of 19th-century Battery Point. You'll see period photographs and drawings throughout, and your guide offers tailored suggestions for cafés, galleries and pubs worth your time.

2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur
Explore two cornerstone Tasmanian destinations across two days from Hobart. Day one takes you to Bruny Island, where dramatic coastlines, sandy beaches and native wildlife share space with local producers and seafood. Day two focuses on the Tasmanian Peninsula—Port Arthur's convict heritage buildings, surrounding lookouts like Pirates Bay, and curiosities including a chocolate foundry and lavender farm. Includes guided transport, park passes and historic site entry.

Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch
A 10-hour loop from Hobart that threads together Bruny Island's working lighthouse, coastal vistas, and artisanal producers. You'll climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse (locals-only access), graze on oysters and house-baked bread at dawn on a quiet beach, then work through the island's honey, chocolate and fudge makers before lunch at Hotel Bruny. South Bruny National Park features throughout, with chances to spot Bennett's wallabies and views from The Neck's elevated lookout.

Hobart: Maria Island National Park, Nature & Wildlife active tour
This 10-hour active day tour takes you to Maria Island National Park off Tasmania's east coast, where you'll walk car-free trails across a landscape shaped by geology and convict history. Hike at least 10km to the Painted Cliffs—sandstone carved into intricate patterns by tidal forces over millennia—then push on to the Fossil Cliffs, where ancient marine fossils line sheer rock faces overlooking Freycinet Peninsula. You'll also explore Darlington, a remarkably intact convict probation settlement that predates Port Arthur. Small groups and professional guides keep the experience intimate and informative.

Wineglass Bay And Maria Island Wildlife Scenic Flight From Hobart
A three-hour aerial and ground tour departing Hobart that sweeps over Freycinet Peninsula and Wineglass Bay before touching down on Maria Island. You'll walk amongst native wildlife, sample local produce and Tasmanian wine, then return by light aircraft. Minimum two passengers required.

Maria Island Ferry - Hobart Bus Connection (Return Service)
Direct shuttle service linking Hobart's city centre to Triabunna and the Maria Island Ferry terminal. This daily bus connection eliminates the need for car hire if you're heading to Maria Island National Park. The air-conditioned coach departs from central Hobart with return service the same day, with a knowledgeable driver handling navigation so you can relax between destinations.

Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village
A full-day loop from Hobart that combines coastal walks with colonial history and wine tastings across Tasmania's east coast. Starting with breakfast near the city, you'll drive through rural landscapes to Freycinet National Park, tackle the moderate hike to Wineglass Bay's clifftop vantage point, explore sheltered beaches, then wind back via a historic convict bridge and winery lunch overlooking Great Oyster Bay. The 10.5-hour itinerary covers roughly 240 kilometres with a local guide navigating the Great Eastern Drive.

5-Day Best of Tasmania Tour from Hobart
This five-day circuit from Hobart sweeps across Tasmania's most striking landscapes—west-coast tempests of water and fern, alpine ridgelines, and eastern beaches ranked among Australia's finest. The eco-certified itinerary threads through Cradle Mountain, Freycinet National Park, and the Bay of Fires, combining short walks tailored to varying abilities with guided exploration of rainforest, moorland, and coastal terrain. Small-group format keeps the pace manageable and the experience intimate.

Grand Hobart Walking Tour
Walk through three centuries of Hobart's story with a knowledgeable local guide across this compact 3-hour loop. You'll navigate the sandstone laneways of Battery Point, explore Salamanca's Georgian warehouses and working docks, and discover the colonial architecture and street-level history that shaped Tasmania's capital. This isn't a museum tour—it's a real neighbourhood walk where your guide points out the details most visitors miss.

Bruny Island Traveller - Gourmet Tasting and Sightseeing Day Trip from Hobart
Spend nine hours sampling Bruny Island's finest producers—artisan cheeses, small-batch wines and beers, freshly shucked oysters, handmade fudge and mead. Travel by air-conditioned coach with a local guide, stopping at rainforest, coastal landmarks and private gardens overlooking Adventure Bay. Lunch at Pennicott's beachside restaurant rounds out the day. Hotel pickup and drop-off included from selected Hobart accommodation.
