3 day Tasmanian highlights tour – Hobart, Port Arthur and Bruny Island
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3 day Tasmanian highlights tour – Hobart, Port Arthur and Bruny Island

★ 4.8 · 47 reviews⏱ 3 days📍 Australia

About this tour

A three-day guided tour covering Hobart, Bruny Island and Port Arthur — Tasmania's major south-coast attractions. You'll visit Mt Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Salamanca Market in Hobart (Saturday only), spend a full day on Bruny Island exploring beaches and coastline with wildlife spotting, then tour Port Arthur Historic Site, Eagehawk Neck, Pirates Bay and local producers on day three. Includes national parks pass, all entry fees, hotel pickups and an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide. Lunch not included.

Highlights

  • Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary — hands-on encounter with Tasmanian native animals
  • Bruny Island full day: beaches, rugged coastline, wildlife and local produce tastings
  • Port Arthur Historic Site with guided exploration of convict-era buildings
  • Mt Wellington summit drive with 360-degree Hobart and southern views
  • Salamanca Market (Saturdays only) — local arts, crafts and fresh produce
  • Eagehawk Neck, Pirates Bay and Remarkable Cave scenic coastal stops
  • Air-conditioned vehicle transport with hotel pickups from CBD hotels
  • National Parks Pass included for Bruny Island access

What to expect

Day one (Saturdays) starts with hotel pickup and heads to Mt Wellington for panoramic views, then Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary for close encounters with native wildlife. You'll visit historic Richmond village before returning to Hobart for a city highlights tour and afternoon at Salamanca Market. Day two is a full Bruny Island experience: pristine beaches, rugged coastal scenery and wildlife viewing, plus opportunities to sample local seafood and produce. Day three covers the Port Arthur precinct — you'll stop at Eagehawk Neck, Pirates Bay and the Dog Line Monument, visit a chocolate factory and lavender farm, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site in detail, and finish at Remarkable Cave. Tours starting Thursday or Friday run Bruny Island or Port Arthur first, with Hobart on the following Saturday.

What travellers say

What people love
  • Comprehensive coverage of Tasmania's three major south-coast destinations
  • Wildlife encounter at Bonorong adds hands-on, memorable element
  • Full-day Bruny Island allows proper exploration beyond rushed visits
  • National Parks Pass and Port Arthur entry bundled into price
  • Professional guide provides local context and historical detail throughout
Where it falls short
  • Lunch excluded despite long days — brings extra meal-planning hassle
  • Hobart day fixed to Saturdays limits flexible start dates for some
  • Bruny Island weather can be unpredictable; exposure to wind and rain likely

Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.

Good to know

This tour suits anyone wanting Tasmania's essential sights without self-driving; it's paced for all fitness levels, though expect full days of touring. Infants can travel in prams or sit on laps; older children are welcome. A Parks Pass is essential for Bruny Island — purchase online in advance or by phone during the tour. Lunch and drinks aren't included, so budget for meals on Bruny Island and at Port Arthur; limited café options mean packing snacks is practical. The Hobart day only runs Saturdays, so your tour start date determines the itinerary order. Group sizes aren't specified. Hotels pickups cover selected CBD locations only — confirm your accommodation is included.

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