Tasmanian Discovery
Comfort Tour: 6 days/5 nights
Hobart
$1965
6 Days
Experience Tasmania’s Natural Wonders with Local Experts
Embark on a 6-day journey through Tasmania’s diverse landscapes, rich history, and unique wildlife. This small-group tour is designed for travelers seeking a relaxed pace without compromising on experience.
Why Choose This Tour:
- Exceptional Value: Enjoy comfortable motel-style accommodations, entry fees to national parks and attractions, and guided walks, all included in your tour package.
- Expert Local Guides: Benefit from the knowledge and passion of our local guides, who provide insightful commentary on Tasmania’s flora, fauna, and cultural heritage.
- Flexible Exploration: Participate in guided walks or choose free time to explore at your own pace, catering to various fitness levels and interests.
- Convenient Transfers: Start and end your adventure with ease, thanks to included pick-ups and drop-offs at selected Hobart CBD locations.
This tour is ideal for international travelers looking to experience Tasmania’s highlights without the hassle of planning. With everything arranged for you, immerse yourself in the island’s natural beauty and cultural treasures with confidence and comfort.
Discover Tasmania’s natural beauty, wildlife, and culture.
Inclusions
- Accommodation for 5 nights
- Meals: Breakfast x 4, Lunch x 1, and Dinner x 3
- Gordon River Cruise
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site and Harbour Cruise, Entry to a Wildlife Sanctuary to see Tasmanian Devils
- National Park entry fees, guided walks and free-walking options
- Pick-ups and drop-offs at selected Hobart CBD locations. Airport drop off available upon request
Highlights
- Russell Falls, Mt Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Queenstown, Gordon River Cruise, Tullah
- Cradle Mountain, Launceston, Cataract Gorge, Bay of Fires, St Helens
- Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park, Bicheno
- Eaglehawk Neck, Tasmanian Devils, Port Arthur Historic Site
- Tasman National Park and geological highlights, Richmond
- Advanced Eco-Certified Tour
Departures
- This tour departs selected Saturdays (October to April)
- Starts Hobart 7.30am
- Finishes Hobart 5.30pm
Hobart
$1965
6 Days
How active is this tour?
- The Tasmanian Discovery tour offers walks that are mostly easy with some moderate options in terms of difficulty
- The walking in Tasmania is world-class, and we’ve selected beautiful walking experiences for our guests (we include many of the 60-great-short-walks of Tasmania)
- All walks are optional, but good fitness and mobility will enable guests to make the most of each location
Itinerary
Day 1
Hobart to Queenstown
Your Tasmanian journey begins with a taste of the island’s ancient wilderness. We start the day in Mount Field National Park, home to towering eucalyptus forests and the iconic Russell Falls, one of Tasmania’s most photographed waterfalls.
From there, we travel west to Lake St Clair, the deepest freshwater lake in Australia, before continuing into the heart of the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Along the way, we take short walks through rainforest and riverside trails, including stops at the Franklin River and Nelson Falls.
The scenery shifts again as we cross vast buttongrass plains and reach the dramatic mountain landscapes of the West Coast. Highlights include views of Mount Lyell, the striking Iron Blow lookout, and Horsetail Falls.
We finish the day in Queenstown, a once-remote mining settlement that’s now a gateway to Tasmania’s rugged west.
Overnight: Queenstown (Dinner included)
Day 2
Gordon River Cruise to Tullah
This morning, we take to the water for one of Tasmania’s most iconic experiences, the Gordon River Cruise. As we glide through the still waters of Macquarie Harbour, we’ll reach the narrow entrance known as Hells Gates before heading upriver into the heart of Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed rainforest.
Along the way, we visit the hauntingly beautiful Sarah Island, a former convict settlement rich in history and stories. Further upriver, we step ashore to wander among ancient Huon pines on a peaceful rainforest boardwalk.
A light lunch featuring Tasmanian produce is served onboard as the cruise continues.
Later, we travel to the quiet lakeside town of Tullah, nestled beside Lake Rosebery. On a clear day, the rugged peaks of Mount Murchison frame the view.
We end the day with a group dinner and a relaxed evening at our chalet accommodation by the lake.
Overnight: Tullah (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Day 3
Tullah to Cradle Mountain
Today is all about experiencing the natural beauty of Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, one of Tasmania’s most iconic wilderness areas.
Your guide will offer a range of walking options to suit your interests and comfort level. You might stroll the boardwalk at Ronny Creek, a great spot to spot wombats in the wild, or take a scenic loop around Dove Lake, a 2–3 hour walk beneath dramatic peaks and through alpine landscapes. Prefer something shorter? Enjoy panoramic views from the historic Boat Shed or take in the glacial features around Glacial Rock.
In the afternoon, we visit the creative town of Sheffield, known for its colourful murals that celebrate local stories and history.
We finish the day in Launceston, Tasmania’s second-largest city and the gateway to the island’s north.
Overnight: Launceston (Breakfast included)
Day 4
Bay of Fires to Bicheno
We begin the day with a visit to Cataract Gorge, a striking natural reserve just outside Launceston, where walking trails wind through cliffs, gardens, and native bushland.
From there, we travel east to the coastal town of St Helens for lunch before continuing to the breathtaking Bay of Fires (larapuna). At Cosy Corner North, take a stroll along white-sand beaches where the turquoise sea meets rust-red granite boulders, one of Tasmania’s most photographed coastal landscapes.
This evening, we settle in Bicheno, a laid-back seaside town known for its charm, and its resident population of little penguins, often spotted returning to shore at dusk.
Overnight: Bicheno (Breakfast included)
Day 5
Freycinet National Park to Eaglehawk Neck
This morning, we explore the stunning coastal landscapes of Freycinet National Park, a place of secluded bays, clear waters, and dramatic pink granite peaks.
At Honeymoon Bay, take in views of the Hazards Mountains rising from the shoreline. A short walk to the Wineglass Bay Lookout reveals one of Tasmania’s most iconic scenes: a perfect curve of white sand framed by forested hills and turquoise sea.
For a different perspective, visit Cape Tourville, where a cliff-top boardwalk offers sweeping views over the Tasman Sea and along the rugged Freycinet coastline.
In the afternoon, we travel south as the landscape shifts once again, arriving at Eaglehawk Neck, the narrow gateway to the dramatic Tasman Peninsula.
Overnight: Eaglehawk Neck (Dinner included)
Day 6
Eaglehawk Neck to Hobart
This morning, after your included breakfast, we explore the rugged beauty of the Tasman Peninsula, beginning with the remarkable Tessellated Pavement, a rare geological formation where the rocks appear almost hand-carved.
We continue to the dramatic coastal features of Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen, part of the striking Tasman National Park.
Next, we visit a local wildlife sanctuary for a close encounter with one of Tasmania’s most iconic creatures, the Tasmanian devil, alongside other native species.
In the afternoon, step into history at the Port Arthur Historic Site, a World Heritage-listed open-air museum set within expansive gardens and preserved convict-era buildings.
We return to Hobart via the charming colonial village of Richmond, where the journey comes to a close.
Gallery – Discovery 6
Motel
Twin / Double
$1965
Per Person
Motel
Single
$2535
Per Person
Accommodation information
This tour offers Motel style accommodation options.
- Motel style accommodations are based on private rooms with ensuite facilities
- If booking Twin or Double accommodation options, a minimum of 2 persons is required. We are unable to match up single travellers into a Twin share option
