Top Tasmania Shore Excursions - page 2

Explore Hobart or the state of Tasmania on your own terms with this vehicle charter service. Select the vehicle that best suits you from a range of options and then head out and explore. A driver is included meaning you can sit back and relax while you are driven to where you want to go. Fuel is included in the price, and bottled water is provided for passengers.

We will pick you up from your cruise ship which is docked in Macquarie Wharf Hobart at 9.00am and have you back by 3.30pm (Time will vary depending on ship arrival and departure times). We will drive one & half hours to historic Port Arthur site enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way where you will have up to 2.5 hours to explore with our guide. Upon leaving Port Arthur Historic Site and time permitting we will stop at the Lavender Farm & Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. There will be a lunch stop at Port Arthur Historic Site Cafe, but costs are excluded from this tour. We will drop you back to your cruise ship in Macquarie Wharf in Hobart.

Discover the natural beauty, wildlife, and gourmet flavors of Northwest Tasmania on this immersive full-day private tour from Burnie Cruise Terminal. Designed for travelers seeking a relaxed yet enriching exploration, the journey blends waterfalls, rainforests, coastal towns, and artisan tastings with breathtaking lookouts along the way. Your expert guide leads you through Burnie’s highlights, charming coastal villages, and fertile farmlands—all while sharing stories of Tasmania’s culture, history, and wilderness. Perfect for a complete taste of Tasmania in one unforgettable day.

Get to know the charming Australian city of Hobart in just half a day with this private tour. Visit a range of key sights, including Salamanca and Battery Point, vibrant local markets, the historic boulevards of the city and much more. As you walk, learn about the fascinating indigenous and colonial history of the city from your local guide.

Experience Hobart with Tasmania’s leading day tour and sightseeing operators. See our beautiful city aboard our iconic open-top double decker tour bus. This tour offers a couple of short photo stops, but you stay on the coach, so no queues – just sit back and relax! Hobart is a city of yachts and spinnakers, gardens and galleries, sandstone cottages and stately Georgian homes and you can enjoy it all on this very personalised and informative tour. Your local driver guide is on hand to answer any queries, presenting live commentary, sharing local knowledge and experiences of life in Hobart. Our professional staff are highly experienced, efficient and friendly. Our tours are fully escorted.

Unlock the secrets of Tasmania’s vibrant distilling world on this exclusive, fully guided private day tour departing from Hobart. Your day begins with a delectable morning tea, featuring award winning local cheeses. You'll then venture into the very soul of three acclaimed Tasmanian distilleries, including Spring Bay Distillery, Killara Distillery, and Hobart Whisky - Devil’s Distillery. Sample ‘new make’ spirit fresh from the still, a fleeting glimpse of whisky before it begins its transformation. Become a creator yourself: blend your own whisky, crafting a personalised spirit story that is as unique as you. Lunch in a beautifully rustic distillery loft offers a moment to relax, surrounded by the aromas and atmosphere that fuel Tasmania’s thriving craft community. This journey is about more than tasting spirits, it is about connecting with the people, the place, and craft that makes Tasmania’s distilling scene world renowned. Taste the spirit of Tasmania like never before.

Bruny Island lies just south of Hobart in the Tasman Sea and is renowned for its rugged coastal scenery, native wildlife, and delicious regional foods. On this shore excursion, travel to Bruny Island by minivan and ferry, and take in the highlights with a local guide. Cool off with a swim in a lagoon, spot wildlife like the rare albino wallaby, and enjoy a guided hike through the rainforest.

Discover Tasmania's award-winning wines on this all-day guided tour with a local wine expert. Although still relatively small, Tasmania's wine production has grown greatly in recent decades. Visit two of the three wine regions surrounding Hobart—Derwent Valley, Coal River Valley, and Huon Valley—with a minimum of four cellar door stops.

Make the most of your time in port on this small-group shore excursion by bike. Discover the best of Hobart in just half a day, from Salamanca Place and Battery Point to the Cascade Gardens and Rosny Park Lookout. You'll have free time to explore the elegant Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens before heading back to your cruise ship.

Experience Devonport and Cradle Mountain With A Local Experienced Private Tour Guide, with Accommodation included. No transport is needed as we have complimentary pickup and drop off at The Spirit of Tasmania or Devonport Airport. Your Ultimate Short Stay Getaway Awaits!

Mt. Field is one of the Island’s best-loved national parks. Experience iconic Russel Falls and stunning rainforest walks among ancient ferns and towering gumtrees. Visit one of Australia’s best wildlife sanctuaries and enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or a fabulous dining experience at the Agrarian Kitchen (open Friday-Sunday).

Because we are a small private operator we feel its a privilege to share our state with guests. Our tours have a minimum number of 2 guests and maximum number of 10 guests. This allows us to explore behind the scenes, in small numbers with depth of story and experiences. These seasonal offerings will vary and change according to venue availability and season. Please provide guests preferences, interests during booking. This tour allows guests to experience some of the small boutique producers in the Huon Valley, 30 minutes south of Hobart. Where fresh orchard fruits are plenty, along with creative locals producing cheese, wine, spirits and artist studios can be discovered. We also offer exclusive private experiences with the producers, allowing guests to be one on one with artists, distillers, wine makers and captains of old wooden boats. We set the scene for in depth of experiences to create great memories of your visit in Tasmania. Contact us direct to customise your day.

Explore Port Arthur, founded in 1830 as a penal settlement and timber station for the punishment of convicts on the Tasman Peninsula by private charter service. It is now an open air museum and a well preserved piece of history. Your guide will explain all the stories and history, and after lunch (extra expense) you can visit four natural wonders: Devils Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Blow Hole, ND Tessellated Pavement.

Mt Wellington is the landmark of Hobart, where is definitely the place in awe. Standing on the top of the mountain, the view that surrounds you is amazing. You can see the whole city of Hobart, the Derwent River and beyond. In Richmond, you can see the oldest convict constructed sandstone bridge still in use in Australia and St. John’s Catholic Church, the oldest Catholic Church in Australia. Then heading to Oyster Farm and Cascade Brewery, you can buy and taste the fresh oyster and Australia beer. On Saturday, Salamanca Market is the best place for both tourists and locals. It is Tasmania's most visited tourist attractions and has won many awards for excellence. The last stop is Australia oldest casino--Wrest Point (Alternative option: Wharf Sightseeing)

The above itinerary is just a suggestion, We take pride in delivering depth of experience. Showcasing rich historical milestones, storytelling, great guest focus and remaining flexible for the duration of your visit to Tasmania. Some locations we can visit in the southern region of Tasmania are, . Huon Valley. . Tasman Peninsula. . Mt Field National park. . Kanunyi/Mt wellington. . Mona Museum. . Distilleries and wineries . Bonorong wildlife sanctuary. We are keen to understand your priorities, needs and interests to give the best guidance and experiences while in Tasmania. We can deliver customised itinerary designs and plan to achieve all prioritised activities. We also can suggest activities, specific venues and local favourites. Our local network of producers and operators give us a great advantage to support our guests needs and interests. We share the local short cuts, and deliver local hidden gems. Contact us for details.

Visit one of Tasmania’s best historic sites without worrying about transport with this private group transfer from Hobart to Port Arthur. It can be quite stressful to organize trips for groups, but this transfer service makes it as easily as possible. Suitable for groups of four to 15 people, you can also enjoy a quick stop-off to see some of Tasmania’s best natural wonders, like Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, and Tessellated Pavement.

Experience Hobart with Tasmania’s leading day tour and sightseeing operators. See our beautiful city aboard our iconic open-top double decker tour bus. This tour offers a couple of short photo stops, but you stay on the coach, so no queues – just sit back and relax! Hobart is a city of yachts and spinnakers, gardens and galleries, sandstone cottages and stately Georgian homes and you can enjoy it all on this very personalised and informative tour. Your local driver guide is on hand to answer any queries, presenting live commentary, sharing local knowledge and experiences of life in Hobart. Our professional staff are highly experienced, efficient and friendly. Our tours are fully escorted.

Personalized tours to suit your preferences. Private transport for the entire trip with one driver guide Pickup from your location (Launceston area) Safe, enjoyable, relaxing and comfortable.

Mount Field National Park is one of Tasmania’s oldest and most diverse national parks. You will visit stunning waterfalls and get to see some of the tallest trees in the southern hemisphere. On the return trip, a stop-over at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary offers a unique view of a Tasmanian wildlife experience.

Bruny Island is Tasmania’s premiere island-within-an-island destination. Beautiful walks and sea-cliff lookouts within national parks, it's the perfect getaway experience! In addition to stunning scenery, Bruny Island is a foodies paradise. The island showcases a variety of artisan cheese, oysters, seafood, berries, fudge, wine, whisky, gin, beer and a selection of cafes and restaurants.

This tailored day excursion to Devonport and Sheffield has been thoughtfully crafted with cruise ship passengers in mind, ensuring they maximize their precious time ashore. You have the flexibility to select from various destinations that align with your interests and preferences. Discover museums, captivating murals, charming small towns, and the picturesque landscapes of rolling hills and idyllic farmlands. This shore excursion offers a convenient and immersive opportunity to immerse yourself in the distinctive local culture and the delightful towns that adorn this region.

Capture Cool climate wines at their best, here on a private wine tasting experience. From Rieslings, to Sparkling, to Original styles of Chardonnay. Tasmanian wine will surprise all. Hoping to deliver not only a relaxing day amongst the vines, but fresh knowledge of your industry, small local producers and their stories. Also great vision to what the future holds for Tasmania wine makers. We are truly local and have extensive experience in the Tasmanian wine industry, with great networks of producers, local knowledge, exclusive access and great relationships with the makers. Because we are a private operator, small always small capacity we can remain flexible for your guest groups and customise to the needs and interests of your guests, after all they have come along way to experience quality Tasmanian wine.

We have designed this tour as locals so guests can cut out all the big bus traffic, yes we will visit some of the same places, however we will remain flexible to guests priorities, needs and interests, compared to big bus tours. We have recognising 3 of the most popular regions around Hobart and put them in one multi day 3 day Tasmanian experience. This allows for guests to have the same local private guide, create a sense of bond and friendship within the 3 days. We are true locals, with years of experience sharing your beautiful state with visitors. We only offer private Tasmanian experiences, we believe these give the guests the best opportunity to dive in deep to the true Tasmania, the local culture and spend more time and have that flexibility to focus on what your group is interested in. Private groups cover more ground and gain the real values of your experiences. Please contact us for details on your needs and interests for your 3 day private Tasmania tour.

This is a private Bruny Island experience. We are a small private family run operation. Bruny Island is our second home, we have grown up on Island and have a deep history and great network of friends and local providers. We are passionate to share and introduce our backyard to guests and believe its a privilege to offer small private experiences. Our small groups have minimum number of 2 guests and maximum numbers of 10 guests. For comfort, access, and in-depth in conversation and interpretation. We give great guest focus, guests may ask for additional activities at an additional cost. Optional walks to spectacular coastal bluff are available or follow a different trail of history and produce. Please mention interests and we will provide the balance in your next Tasmanian adventure. This tour can be customised to an overnight tour. So 2 days to relax on island time. OR an all inclusive package. Please contact us. Please provide your afternoon activity preference at booking.