What to do and see in Tasmania, Australia: The Best Day Trips from

Take a small-group day trip with a knowledgeable and friendly local tour guide, who is ready to show you around the magnificent icon; Cradle Mountain. You will have a great day out, not only will you visit Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake, you will get to see a vast range of scenery, from rolling hills and forests, to beautiful coastlines.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Hotel pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Launceston or along the NW Coast, Professional guide, cold bottled water, Transportation by air conditioned, comfortable mini van between all places, Minimum Numbers apply. Call first

Exclusions: Gratuities

Step back in time, slow down and enjoy a big day out on this island National Park. Maria Island has a diverse range of highlights including convict history, spectacular coastal cliffs and deserted beaches. Access to the island is by Ferry for foot passengers only (no cars on this island). Bring your comfortable walking shoes ready to stretch your legs and explore this island paradise. Highlights • Explore Maria Island National Park (6hrs) • Watch for Dolphins & Whales on the ferry journey (30 mins each way) • Walk to amazing “Painted Cliffs” and wander amongst the unusual rock formation • Enjoy spectacular views as walk to the “Fossil Cliffs” • Explore and discover the geological history amongst the exposed fossils • Discover and the convict history at the Darlington World Heritage convict site • Be amazed at the abundant wildlife enjoying life on their extraordinary island • Relax and take in all the stunning secluded bays and beaches in this paradise setting

Inclusions: Return Ferry crossing fee, National Park entrance fees, Professional guides and interpretive walks , Small, friendly groups, Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement, We offer a Hotel pick up from most central city Hotels and Hostels

Exclusions: Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour), We do not offer pick ups from Air BnB’s and private residences

You have your very own personal experienced and qualified bush walking tour guide taking you around the world famous Dove Lake Cradle Mountain National Park. Showing you the wildlife, telling you the history and explaining all the beauty of this amazing location. We pick you up and drop you off at your port or hotel.

Inclusions: Use of day walking equipment - day packs and walking poles, Enjoy the best of Tasmania fresh local produce. Lunch is on us with a decadent gourmet hamper included., Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Join us for a journey into the Western Wilderness of Tasmania!  This is one of the world’s premier World Heritage Areas.  With amazing cultural and natural history to discover,  we explore this awe-inspiring area with a series of Tasmania’s “Great Short Walks” designed to showcase Tasmania’s premier World Heritage Area and the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.  The premier walk on this day is the Donaghy’s Wilderness Lookout walk and we are thrilled to bring you an opportunity to access this area in 1 BIG day starting and finishing from Hobart. Highlights • Tarraleah Village & Tasmania’s Hydro History • Cradle Mountain - Lake St. Clair National Park • Lake St. Clair: Australia's deepest freshwater lake • “Great Short Walks” of Lake St. Clair • Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park • Franklin River Nature Trail • Donaghys Hill Wilderness Lookout • Tasmania's World Heritage Wilderness Area

Inclusions: National Park entrance fees, Professional guide and interpretive walks , Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Small, friendly groups, We offer a Hotel pick up from most central city Hotels and Hostels

Exclusions: Food and drinks (please either pre purchase, or there will be the opportunity to purchase on tour), We do not offer pick ups from Air BnB’s and private residences

The East Coast Splendour tour is unique as you have small luxury groups with one of the most experienced friendly guides in Tasmania. We also provide complimentary professional photo/ video "postcard experiences' of your day. Pick and drop off is also included. All your food and drink is included also.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Being the original and most experienced tour operator in the region, Wineglass Bay Tours have the greatest depth of knowledge, experience and rapport with the local communities. Our guides are truly locals. Tasmanians who love sharing our beautiful island home with visitors and sharing not only the secrets and tales of the East Coast, but also sharing more information about Tasmania in general, including what it is like to live in such a remote, natural part of the world. The Sea & Explore Tour provides the best of both worlds. You get a beautiful cruise on the crystal clear waters of the Freycinet National Park and you also get to explore the shore on foot, but without having to hike up and down any mountains. Escape the crowds by accessing more remote and secluded areas in the National Park. Complimentary Drinking Water - Please bring your own drink bottle Free Wifi DVD fitted bus with a personalised Tasmanian documentary screening.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Drinking water provided. Please bring your own bottle., National Park fees, Aqua Taxi Fares, Visit the best beaches along Tasmania's East Coast including Raspins Beach..., Local guides who love Tasmania and love sharing it with you, Live commentary on board, Pickup and drop-off at any accommodation within the greater Hobart area

Exclusions: Meals. We do stop at Swansea Bakery where you can buy lunch/snack food and drinks.

Short on time? The Half-Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour is perfect for you and is inclusive of a local cheese platter and a complimentary glass of wine.  For the Half-Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour, we pick you up from your Launceston accommodation. You are then personally driven to each vineyard in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle by a fully-accredited, friendly guide. We usually visit up to four vineyards of various sizes and styles on this tour, but you set the pace. As with our full-day tour you will have the opportunity to meet and engage with winemakers and cellar door experts. You are able to take the experience home by purchasing wines at each of the vineyards we visit. Freight to your home is included and can be arranged if you wish. Following your afternoon out, we will drop you off at your Launceston accommodation. All your wine tastings, cheese platter and freight are included in the price of this tour. 

Inclusions: A delicious Tasmanian Gourmet Cheese Platter and glass of wine at a selected vineyard Included, All wine tastings are included, Bottled water, Wine tasting, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Freight of wine to your home can be arranged at the end of your Journey...

Drink Tasmania is now available to accommodate customised private tours from Hobart in our luxury, fully electric Tesla Model S sedan. Do you have a special celebration that requires a uniquely memorable experience that you are looking to organise in Tasmania? We can arrange single day or multi-day tours for the avid whisky or wine aficionado’s that want the absolute in-depth experience of everything Tasmania has to offer, including visiting places that aren’t on our public tours. We can cater for small groups of 3 people (4 maximum), on single or multi-day tours. We are experienced in helping you with a special day such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries and even in helping set the scene for that special intimate moment, such as for marriage proposals. If you have a birthday or wedding anniversary or would simply prefer to tour privately, we can customise this tour to your tastes and preferences.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Coffee and/or Tea, Brunch, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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We have the best and most fresh local produce Smallest intimate group sizes >7 Most experienced and friendly guide in Hobart Photo and Video 'postcard experience' included ! Pick up and drop off

Inclusions: Lunch, Morning tea plus picnic and tastings through the day, Coffee and/or Tea, Wine and Gin tastings, Pick up and drop off service, Mandarin translations in audio and text, Small Luxury Groups less than 7 guests for intimacy and enjoyment, Photo and Video 'Postcard Experience'...inclusive professional photos and video of your day

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Full day, small group tour experience from Hobart to Wineglass Bay via the Historic Townships of Richmond & Buckland to Freycinet National Park and learn the convict history of Tasmania’s past. Travel through the seaside towns of Orford, Swansea and Coles Bay taking in amazing coastal views. Explore Tasmania’s oldest National Park & discover stunning beaches, sheltered coves & amazing rock formations.  Walk to Wineglass Bay lookout  for spectacular views. Meet local wildlife & indulge on local seafood at the marine farm and spoil yourself on the way back to Hobart with homemade jams, sweets and ice cream at a local berry farm.

Inclusions: Guided tour to all visited locations, Friendly, knowledgeable local guide with a passion for the environment, tourism and making your experience memorable, National Parks Pass Fee, Pick up and drop off from greater Hobart accommodation, Travel in comfort in new 11 seat, air conditioned bus

Exclusions: Meals and drinks but there is plenty of opportunity to buy food along the way