5 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Hastings and Tahune, Port Arthur, Bruny Island, Mt Field to MONA, Hobart

This 5-day tour package is perfect for the traveller who wants to spend 5 days experiencing as much as possible without feeling like you’ve been stuck on a bus all day every day. While in Hobart the state capital, it pays to explore this magnificent city.

Please note that this package is a combination of our daily departing tours. Each day will have a different pickup time and depending on your hotel, a different location.

When making your booking please select the date you would like to start. Hobart Highlights is always on Saturdays and we will assign you to our Bruny Island and Port Arthur tours for the other two days (there is no set order)

We will reach out to you the week of your tours to confirm your pickup details. 

This package excludes:

-Accommodation

-Port Arthur, MONA, Bonorong and Tahune Airwalk entry fees 

-National Parks Pass for Bruny Island and Mount Field

-Food & Drink

You can read more information about each day's tour below:

Hobart Highlights Day Tour

We begin the day with our city loop tour where we will provide guided commentary as we explore the streets of Hobart and visit its major attractions and landmarks. Our first destination is the awe-inspiring kunanyi, also known as Mt. Wellington, where you can indulge in the renowned pristine air of Tasmania. Ascend to the pinnacle at 1272m and be mesmerized by the breathtaking panoramic view of Hobart and its picturesque surroundings. Don't miss the opportunity to capture the perfect Instagram-worthy selfie against this stunning backdrop of Hobart and beyond. 

Next, we'll venture to the renowned Salamanca Market, available on Saturdays only. This world-class market showcases the very best of Tasmanian culture, offering a delightful array of art, local produce, talented buskers, unique souvenirs, refreshing beverages, and much more!

After exploring the market's offerings for 75 minutes, we will continue our journey through the scenic Coal River Valley wine region. This region is renowned for its reward winning cool climate wines. Along the way, we will make a quick stop at the acclaimed Wicked Cheese, where you can enjoy a complimentary cheese sampling and an opportunity to purchase some local produce from the Farm Gate cafe. Then, we will proceed to the historic township of Richmond, which is rich in convict history and showcases magnificent sandstone and colonial buildings. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire Australia's oldest bridge and Catholic church. Richmond is also home to numerous charming eateries, making it the perfect spot for our lunch break. Additionally, we highly recommend visiting the Drink Tasmania Tasting House, where you can indulge in tastings of the region's finest wines, whisky, and local produce.

To conclude our adventure-filled day, we'll visit the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Get up close and personal with the friendly kangaroos and other fascinating Tasmanian and Australian wildlife. Don't miss the chance to witness the famous Tasmanian Devil, a true highlight even for locals!

Bonorong entry 

Adult = $34.50 Child = $19.50

Attractions list

City Loop

kunanyi (Mt Wellington)

Richmond

Bonorong 

Salamanca Market (Saturday only)

Wicked Cheese (free cheese tasting)

Bruny Island Day Tour

Arguably Tasmania's best day trip! At the end of this day, you will understand why the tourist numbers have doubled in the past 4 years! Bruny Island has a little bit of everything mainland Tasmania has - world class beaches, national parks, rugged coastline and native wildlife matched with the finest local produce from the ocean and the land. 

While it's impossible to do everything in one day, we have designed various tours to fit in with the day’s weather conditions so we can provide the most enjoyable experience. You can expect an active (easy/moderate level) morning with nature walks, albino wallaby spotting, spectacular scenery lookouts, exploring pristine beaches and lagoon (swimming optional). This tour takes you off the beaten track and into areas that are only accessible by walking tracks that only locals know about. 

After an adventurous morning, it will be time to pull it back a gear as we head for lunch at the Bruny Hotel, with many options to suit budgets and dietary requirements. After lunch, unwind and relax as we sample some award winning local produce. Honey, chocolate fudge, cheese, beverages and oysters are all possibilities (time pending and at own cost)! 

Some of the things you can expect to see and do:

(some will be weather and time permitting)

• Temperate rainforest walk


• Walking tracks (easy to moderate level)
  


• Swimming (weather permitting)
  


• Wildlife spotting (we know some of the hiding spots of the elusive albino wallaby which may allow for a spotting!)


• Viewing platform at the Neck


• Cape Bruny Lighthouse 


• Secret water holes and lagoons


• Picturesque beaches


• Sample award winning food at own cost. (cheese, wine, beer, cider, honey, chocolate and oysters).


• Lunch stop (own cost)


• Please note: It is impossible to go to every attraction in a day. So we like to mix up the days to best suit the group on board for the day and to suit the weather conditions to ensure you guys get the best day possible without it feeling rushed.
  
  

Please pre-purchase your Tasmanian Parks Pass here at https://passes.parks.tas.gov.au/ 

We pride ourselves on selling fun, which you are sure to experience onboard Tassie Tours Tasmania. See you soon! 

Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula Day Tour

On route to Port Arthur, we will stop at Pirates Bay lookout to soak up the scenery and take a photo or two.Then it's on to the Dog Line monument at Eaglehawk Neck! The next stop will have the mouths of sweet tooth's watering as we visit the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry. Following the chocolate factory, we will visit the beautiful Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Explore the unique handmade products made from Tasmanian Lavender and take a stroll around the scenic lavender trail. Up next is the Port Arthur Historic Site. Immerse yourself in the fascinating, rich and dark history of the best-preserved penal settlement in Australia. Admission is at own cost and entry fee will include a 20-minute harbour cruise. If history is what you came for, enjoy the full 4 hours exploring the historic site. If you are up for one more experience, then you can hop back onboard the bus after 3 hours for a trip to the Remarkable Cave. Just a short 8-minute drive away, you will be greeted with the spectacular vista of Maingon Bay. At the lookout you can take in the exceptional views of Penguin Rocks and the bay. You can then descend down the 115 steps to view the Remarkable Cave from a viewing platform where you will be surrounded by ancient sandstone cliffs. We will then return back to the historic site to pick up the remaining passengers at 4pm and return to Hobart at 5:30pm.

Mount Field to MONA Day Tour 

Bookings are highly recommended for MONA - https://mona.net.au/museum-entry

Drive through the picturesque Derwent Valley region before reaching Mount Field National Park. Witness the most remarkable landscapes and step inside a part of the Tasmanian World Heritage Area. Being one of Australia’s oldest and most diverse national parks, with some of the tallest flowering trees in the world, Mount Field is full of natural wonders, abundant wildlife and ecological richness.

Walk through the rainforest and admire the tall trees as you head to the iconic Russell Falls and Horseshoe Falls where cascading waterfalls await. Along the way, you may also spot native wildlife such as wallabies, echidnas, the unique platypus and various rare bird species that inhabit this environment. 

*min 2 hours. In the afternoon consider exploring some options of locally-grown produce, along with tastings both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Visit the Westerway Raspberry Farm (available November to June) to hand-pick a variety of berries, or explore the historic Salmon Ponds, the birthplace of trout in Australia, renowned for its famous pancakes. There is also the option to enjoy a tasting and grab a bite to eat at the family-owned Plenty Cider or the New Norfolk Rum Distillery. From heritage buildings to lush gardens and unique tastings, there is something for everyone. 

Enjoy some free time to explore one of the world's most unique museums MONA, where you can check out the art exhibits that have been described by its owner David Walsh as a “subversive adult Disneyland” If the museum isn't for you, check out the local winery and craft brewery also on the MONA site.

Hastings Cave, Tahune Airwalk and the Huon tasting trail

Join us for an unforgettable day tour exploring the pristine beauty of Tasmania's deep South, where the apples are crisp, the salmon is fresh, and the trees have been around since before your great-great-grandparents were born!

Our first stop is Huonville, where you'll have a chance to grab a takeaway coffee and stock up on any essentials for the day. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive along the beautiful Huon River. As you sip your coffee, you'll hear tales about why this area is famous for its apple orchards, craft cider makers, boutique winemakers, and salmon production. 

Next, we arrive at the Tahune Airwalk, where you'll have two glorious hours to explore this spectacular region. Choose one or all three of the walks on offer. Start with the famous Airwalk, a 600-meter stroll 50 meters up in the tree canopy amongst the world's tallest flowering plants, the eucalyptus gum trees. Feeling adventurous? Take on the Swinging Bridges Track, a 3.4-kilometer jaunt where you'll cross two swinging bridges over the Huon River the first (100m long) and the Picton Swinging Bridge (64m long). Alternatively, you can stay on the ground and enjoy the tranquillity of strolling along the riverbank through ancient Huon pines, mingling with trees that are 2,500 years old. Talk about a walk-through ancient times!

After lunch, it's time to venture further south to the magical Hastings Caves, where you'll marvel at the underground wonders of Australia's largest dolomite cave. Your entrance ticket (included) grants you a guided tour through this fascinating cave system, led by an experienced and passionate guide. Here you can admire the intricate formations and learn about the area's geological history. While exploring the Hastings Caves State Reserve, keep your eyes peeled for native wildlife like platypus, quolls, pademelons and birds. 

At some point during the day, our guide will present a delightful Huon Valley tasting board, featuring seasonal fruit, smoked salmon, cheeses, honey, and freshly baked bread. It's a culinary celebration of the region's finest delights! On our way back to Hobart, we'll stop at one of the local cider producers where you can enjoy a tasting paddle with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options or indulge in a mouth-watering apple crumble (seasonal) if your stomach desires. It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of exploring. There's truly nothing better than sitting back, relaxing in a historic venue, enjoying a drink, and sharing stories with your fellow adventurers.

10 hour tour. Departs Hobart at 7:30 am and returns at 5:30 pm

Inclusions: 

• Selected Hobart CBD hotel pick up/drop off - 10 hour tour
• Guided tour through Hastings Caves (ticket price included)
• Huon Valley tasting platter. This is not a meal and does not take into account dietary requirements
• Guided tour
• Comfortable air conditioned transportation 

Exclusions: 

• Meals and drinks at own cost, lunch and snack options available throughout the day.
• Beverages 
  
  Tahune Airwalk entrance fee.
  
• Adult $32.00
• Child (5–16yrs) $16.00.
• Concession. $28.80.
• Family (2 adults, 3 children) $80.00.
• Infant (under 5 years old) Free