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Best of Hobart & Southern Tasmania

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Best of Hobart & Southern Tasmania

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Description

Taking you from the heart of Hobart to the tip of the Tasman Peninsula, this four-day trip packs in all the highlights of southeastern Tasmania. Chat with friendly locals in the vibrant markets, sample the homegrown flavours of Bruny Island, witness huge expanses of oceanic scenery and explore a rugged, wild coastline shaped over the centuries by the southern seas. Take photos, sample local beers and wine, try deliciously fresh cuisine, walk through gorgeous landscapes, see some epic views and find out more about Port Arthur, Hobart and Huon Valley – this is the perfect adventure to see the best of the Hobart area (and more) in a short amount of time.

Trip Name
Best of Hobart & Southern Tasmania
Last Updated
2024-08-07
Days
4
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • See the highlights of the picturesque Tasman Peninsula, including the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen, the Tessellated Pavement and the tragically historic Port Arthur.
  • Join a bush tucker experience at piyura kitina (Risdon Cove) and learn about the culturally rich landscape with a palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) guide.
  • Explore local life in historic Hobart as you browse through Salamanca Market and the local Farmers’ Market and chat directly with the local producers about their locally sourced goods.
  • Discover the rugged beauty and delicious flavours of Bruny Island as you sample local delicacies and explore the national parkland where towering cliffs fall away into the crashing sea.
  • Visit a fourth-generation family-run orchard to learn about the history of apple farming in Tasmania and try some deliciously fresh and locally produced cider.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Country Needs People. Donations help them support Indigenous land and sea management in Australia. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk. ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL EXPERIENCES & COMMUNITIES First Nations people have complex community obligations, and at times activities or experiences may be cancelled at late notice due to cultural commitments. In the case that we are unable to include planned activities with First Nations communities, we will endeavour to find a suitable alternative in the same or another destination on your trip.

Day 1 - Hobart / Port Arthur / Tasman Peninsula
Welcome to Tasmania! Your adventure begins in Hobart (or nipaluna in the language of the muwinina and palawa peoples, the Traditional Owners of the land on which Hobart is now located). You’ll have a welcome meeting at 11 am this morning, then you’ll head to Port Arthur (approx 1.5 hours) to visit this Historic Site – a former convict settlement with a horrific past where you’ll learn about the history of this former penal colony with an audio experience and a short boat cruise. After, check out Remarkable Cave and get a glimpse of the stunning beach scenery. Head to your waterside accommodation at Eaglehawk Neck on the Tasman Peninsula then join your group for a delicious, included dinner tonight and get to know each other a little better.
Day 2 - Tasman Peninsula / Hobart
This morning after breakfast, drive down the beautiful Tasman Peninsula, passing through the narrow sliver of Eaglehawk Neck. Stop at Tasman Arch, Devil’s Kitchen and the Tessellated Pavement to view the unusual rock formations. Head back to Hobart, where the vibrant Salamanca Markets await, ready to tempt you with local delights. Find everything from fresh produce to handmade crafts here – it’s a must-do for any Hobart visit. After lunch head to piyura kitina (Risdon Cove). Here, you’ll join a bush tucker experience and learn all about the culturally rich landscape with a palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) guide. Taste some bush tucker, listen to cultural stories and walk the landscape. Tonight, you’re free to relax at your accommodation in Hobart or maybe head out with your group for dinner at one of the popular restaurants.
Day 3 - Hartz Mountains National Park / Huon Valley / Hobart
Today, you’ll drive to the top of kunanyi / Mount Wellington to take in some magnificent views over the city and its surrounding mountains, forests and waterways. Then, drive into the Hartz Mountains wilderness, where you'll explore the remote and rugged place shaped by ancient glaciers on a few short walks. Next, head to Geeveston – a small township known for its forestry heritage, then continue up the Huon Valley and visit a honey farm and a cidery, where you’ll learn about the history of local apple farming in the valley, maybe with a few cider samples from the fourth-generation orchard (optional). Return to Hobart for your final night together.
Day 4 - Bruny Island / Hobart
This morning you’ll hop on the ferry over to Bruny Island – one of the most gorgeous spots in Tassie! Climb 279 steps to Truganini Lookout at The Neck for sweeping views, Indigenous history and wildlife spotting. Explore South Bruny National Park, where the Cape Bruny Lighthouse perches high above the wild waves of the Southern Ocean. Stop in at a few local shops for tastings of locally sourced products such as oysters, honey, cheese and beer. Then, stop at a local producer where you’ll taste pairings of local beer or wine and then head back to Hobart where your trip will come to an end.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
06-12-202409-12-2024AUD $ 1,984-
13-12-202416-12-2024AUD $ 1,984-
20-12-202423-12-2024AUD $ 1,544-
10-01-202513-01-2025AUD $ 1,984-
17-01-202520-01-2025AUD $ 1,984-
31-01-202503-02-2025AUD $ 1,984-
07-02-202510-02-2025AUD $ 1,894-
14-02-202517-02-2025AUD $ 1,894-
21-02-202524-02-2025AUD $ 1,894-
28-02-202503-03-2025AUD $ 1,894-
07-03-202510-03-2025AUD $ 1,804-
14-03-202517-03-2025AUD $ 1,804-
21-03-202524-03-2025AUD $ 1,804-
18-07-202521-07-2025AUD $ 1,876-
15-08-202518-08-2025AUD $ 1,876-
12-09-202515-09-2025AUD $ 1,876-
10-10-202513-10-2025AUD $ 1,876-
17-10-202520-10-2025AUD $ 1,876-
24-10-202527-10-2025AUD $ 1,876-
07-11-202510-11-2025AUD $ 1,876-
14-11-202517-11-2025AUD $ 1,971-
21-11-202524-11-2025AUD $ 1,971-
05-12-202508-12-2025AUD $ 1,971-
12-12-202515-12-2025AUD $ 1,971-
19-12-202522-12-2025AUD $ 2,290-
26-12-202529-12-2025AUD $ 2,290-
09-01-202612-01-2026AUD $ 2,290-
16-01-202619-01-2026AUD $ 2,290-
23-01-202626-01-2026AUD $ 2,290-
30-01-202602-02-2026AUD $ 2,290-
06-02-202609-02-2026AUD $ 2,290-
13-02-202616-02-2026AUD $ 2,290-
20-02-202623-02-2026AUD $ 2,290-
27-02-202602-03-2026AUD $ 2,190-
06-03-202609-03-2026AUD $ 2,190-
13-03-202616-03-2026AUD $ 2,190-
20-03-202623-03-2026AUD $ 2,190-
03-04-202606-04-2026AUD $ 2,190-
17-04-202620-04-2026AUD $ 2,085-
01-05-202604-05-2026AUD $ 2,085-
17-07-202620-07-2026AUD $ 2,180-
14-08-202617-08-2026AUD $ 2,180-
11-09-202614-09-2026AUD $ 2,180-
09-10-202612-10-2026AUD $ 2,180-
16-10-202619-10-2026AUD $ 2,180-
23-10-202626-10-2026AUD $ 2,180-
06-11-202609-11-2026AUD $ 2,180-
13-11-202616-11-2026AUD $ 2,290-
20-11-202623-11-2026AUD $ 2,290-
04-12-202607-12-2026AUD $ 2,290-
11-12-202614-12-2026AUD $ 2,290-
18-12-202621-12-2026AUD $ 2,395-
25-12-202628-12-2026AUD $ 2,395-
08-01-202711-01-2027AUD $ 2,395-
15-01-202718-01-2027AUD $ 2,395-
22-01-202725-01-2027AUD $ 2,395-
29-01-202701-02-2027AUD $ 2,395-
05-02-202708-02-2027AUD $ 2,395-
12-02-202715-02-2027AUD $ 2,395-
19-02-202722-02-2027AUD $ 2,395-
26-02-202701-03-2027AUD $ 2,290-
05-03-202708-03-2027AUD $ 2,290-
12-03-202715-03-2027AUD $ 2,290-
19-03-202722-03-2027AUD $ 2,290-
02-04-202705-04-2027AUD $ 2,290-
16-04-202719-04-2027AUD $ 2,180-
30-04-202703-05-2027AUD $ 2,180-

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nights)

Transport

Private Vehicle,Ferry

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