In-depth 6-Day Tasmania Tour - Hobart / Bruny Island / Cradle Mountain / Wineglass Bay / Port Arthur / Mount Wellington - The Most Popular Chinese-Language Tour!
This 6-day, 5-night in-depth Tasmania tour takes you through the state capital, Hobart, and the second-largest city, Launceston, for an immersive exploration of their diverse scenery and culture. The itinerary does not include round-trip airfare but covers 5 nights of comfortable accommodation. We will flexibly adjust the order of the itinerary based on flight times and group size, ensuring that the daily tour content remains unchanged. We offer a variety of star-rated accommodation options to ensure your comfort and peace of mind. Based on past traveler feedback, we recommend choosing 4-star or 4.5-star hotels. It is recommended to book flights arriving and departing from Hobart Airport to ensure a smooth itinerary connection.
Reference hotels are as follows:
- Hobart—Crowne Plaza Hobart (4.5-star), Hobart City Apartment (4-star), Mayfair on Cavell (3-star)
- Launceston—Hotel Grand Chancellor (4.5-star), Country Club Tasmania (4-star), Village Family Inn (3-star)
- If the above hotels are fully booked, other hotels of the same standard will be arranged.
Package options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Accommodation type | Luxury (4–5 stars), Mid-range (3 stars) |
| Additional service & facility | Transfer included |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, City walking tour, Historic site tour, Food tour・Izakaya Hopping, Eco-tourism, Islands tour |
| Transport | Charter car, Bus tour |
Product Info
This itinerary is rich in content, covering world-famous attractions such as Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, and Bruny Island. Additionally, seasonal attractions such as lavender farms in summer, aurora chasing tours in winter, and the weekly Saturday Salamanca Market will be added to the itinerary during the appropriate seasons, allowing you to experience the local culture and customs more deeply.
*Recommended itinerary for November to March; aurora chasing tours can be added during the aurora season.
Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, blends history, culture, and natural beauty. You can experience the local artistic atmosphere at Salamanca Place and discover handicrafts and food at the Salamanca Market on Saturdays. Victoria Dock and the ancient buildings offer a glimpse into the city's history, while modern galleries and museums showcase its artistic flair. Whether you are taking a leisurely stroll or exploring the city's cultural heritage, Hobart is a unique destination.
Port Arthur was once a convict settlement during the colonial era and is the largest prison in the Southern Hemisphere. Today, it is Tasmania's most famous tourist attraction. The Port Arthur Historic Site features over 30 historic buildings and restored antique houses, each worth a visit. The early castles, prisons, and churches contrast beautifully with the modern gardens, green spaces, blue skies, and clear seas.
Freycinet National Park is home to several bays, with Wineglass Bay being the most famous. The beach at Wineglass Bay forms a distinct crescent shape with the Tasman Sea, resembling a wineglass, hence its name. It has been rated as one of the world's top 10 most beautiful beaches.
Bruny Island is a natural treasure of Tasmania, located just 30 minutes' drive from Hobart. The island features breathtaking coastlines and pristine natural beauty, making it perfect for seafood lovers, with oysters and other seafood being a major highlight. The Neck is the most famous attraction, an isthmus connecting the north and south of the island. Visitors can overlook the magnificent scenery from the high lookout point and experience the wonders of nature. Adventure Bay is another highlight of Bruny Island, famous for sightings of rare white wallabies, making it an ideal place to explore Tasmania's unique flora and fauna.
Cradle Mountain is Tasmania's most iconic landmark and a World Heritage site. Located within the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, it covers an area of approximately 16,800 hectares. Viewed from afar, the calm lake nestled among the mountains resembles a baby sleeping in a cradle, which is how the mountain got its name. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers.
Tasmania's lavender farms bloom from mid-December to late January each year, dyeing the entire field into a purple ocean. These farms not only offer beautiful scenery but also various lavender products, such as lavender ice cream and essential oils. At Bridestowe Lavender Estate, visitors can wander through the sea of flowers, taste lavender products, and buy souvenirs. This is one of the most popular summer attractions, especially for photography and nature enthusiasts.
Tasmania is one of the best places to view the Southern Lights, especially during the winter months from May to October, when the clear night sky makes the aurora phenomenon particularly spectacular. The Southern Lights are a natural wonder of the Earth's polar regions, appearing as brilliant green, purple, and other colored light bands dancing in the sky. Tasmania's winter, far from light pollution, offers unparalleled viewing opportunities. If the aurora index reaches 5 during your trip, you can add on a chasing the lights tour. Our Southern Lights chasing tour will take you to the best viewing spots to enjoy this feast of light and shadow from nature.
Purchase Notice
- Children aged 4-11; infants are charged $80 per person per day.
- Holiday surcharges: Hotel prices will be subject to additional surcharges during Christmas, Easter and school holidays. Please confirm the final price with us when booking your tour.
- 3.5-star hotel: Children aged 4-11 years old need to occupy a bed; no price is available for children not occupying a bed.
- For 4-4.5 star hotels: Whether children aged 4-11 can stay in a bed without an extra bed depends on the hotel's bed type and pricing rules. Please confirm this again when booking the tour.
- For solo bookings: Please contact our company in advance to confirm availability and pay the Single room supplement.
- Itinerary: The specific itinerary and order of multi-day tours may be adjusted, but the content will remain the same. Please refer to the local tour guide for details.
- Flight requirements: Guests who need to join a tour on the day of arrival should choose a flight that arrives before 9:30 am; for the return trip, it is recommended to choose a flight after 6:00 pm.
- 6-Day Tour Return Flight Recommendations: For guests departing from Launceston on Day 6, flights departing after 17:00 are recommended; for guests departing from Hobart, flights departing after 19:00 are recommended. The tour guide is expected to depart Launceston for Hobart between 15:30 and 16:00 on Day 6.
- Airport transfer: On the last day of the multi-day tour, the tour guide will take guests directly to the airport. If the flight is late, the tour guide will not provide separate airport transfer service.
- Lavender season: The lavender blooming season in Tasmania is usually from mid-December to mid-January. During the blooming season, the itinerary will include a visit to a lavender garden, and due to time constraints, visits to the Swiss Village and Wetland Park will no longer be included.
- Automatic abandonment of the tour: If a guest leaves the tour or abandons some attractions during the tour, no refund will be given.
- Force Majeure: In the event of changes or cancellations to the itinerary due to uncontrollable factors such as weather or natural disasters, our company will not provide refunds or compensation.
- Flight Changes: Our company is not responsible for compensating or supplementing the itinerary due to changes or omissions caused by airline flight cancellations or delays.
Reminders
A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 5 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The order of the daily itinerary for multi-day tours may be swapped, but the content remains the same. The daily schedule and sequence of attractions are for reference only and are subject to the guide's arrangements on the day.
On the day before your trip, our company will send an SMS (limited to Australian mobile numbers) to notify you of the next day's guide information, vehicle license plate number, and departure time. If you do not have an Australian mobile number, please contact us in advance to obtain your trip information.
Salamanca Market is only open on Saturdays, but we cannot guarantee that the city tour will be scheduled on a Saturday. Please keep this in mind when booking this tour.
For safety reasons, the Hobart government may close the mountain from time to time during winter when there is rain or snow, which may affect your travel. There will be no refunds or compensation for the cancellation of the Mount Wellington sightseeing tour due to mountain closures. The guide will arrange other attractions based on the situation on the day.
The lavender blooming season is from mid-December to mid-January of the following year. During this period, a visit to the lavender farm will be added. Due to time constraints, the visit to the Swiss village and wetlands park will not be arranged. The admission price for the lavender farm is subject to the price set by the attraction for that year.
FAQs
1. How much time is recommended for visiting Bruny Island?
It's recommended to allocate a full day for visiting Bruny Island to fully experience its rich natural scenery and distinctive local cuisine. You can explore the magnificent views along the isthmus, savor fresh oysters, visit a local honey farm, and enjoy the beach atmosphere at Adventure Bay. A day trip itinerary allows for easy exploration of the main attractions.
2. Is a day trip to Bruny Island from Hobart feasible?
A day trip to Bruny Island from Hobart is entirely feasible and a very popular choice among locals. The itinerary typically includes pickup services from Hobart, saving you the hassle of planning your own transportation, allowing you to easily experience Bruny Island's natural beauty and culinary delights.
3. What is the ferry transportation and travel time from Hobart city to Bruny Island?
To travel from Hobart city to Bruny Island, you'll first need to drive or take a shuttle service to Kettering Pier, which takes about 30-40 minutes. From Kettering, you'll take the ferry to Roberts Point on Bruny Island, a journey of approximately 20 minutes. Upon arrival on the island, you will usually continue your exploration by bus or by driving yourself.
4. What are the must-visit attractions and experiences on Bruny Island?
Bruny Island boasts abundant natural landscapes and culinary experiences. 'The Neck' is a must-visit landmark where you can admire breathtaking ocean views. You can also taste fresh Bruny Island oysters, visit a local honey farm, and take a stroll through the picturesque Adventure Bay. There's also a chance to spot rare white wallabies on the island.
5. What are the unmissable natural coastal landscapes at the Port Arthur Historic Site?
Port Arthur is not only a historic site, but its surrounding Tasman Peninsula also features a magnificent coastline. Unmissable natural attractions include the Blowhole, formed by wave erosion, the majestic Tasman Arch, the uniquely shaped Tessellated Pavement, and the mysterious Devil’s Kitchen.
6. What are the recommended trails and lake attractions for exploring Cradle Mountain National Park?
Cradle Mountain National Park is renowned for its pristine wilderness and glacial lakes. The most popular is the trail surrounding Dove Lake, offering spectacular reflections of Cradle Mountain along the way. Additionally, there are shorter walks like the Enchanted Walk and the Ronny Creek Walk. The latter is a good spot for observing wombats and is suitable for visitors of varying fitness levels.
7. What attractions are included in a Wineglass Bay day trip, and what else is there to see besides the beach?
A Wineglass Bay day trip includes exploring the natural beauty of Freycinet National Park, in addition to its world-famous beach. You can climb to the Wineglass Bay lookout for a panoramic view of its perfect crescent-shaped beach, stroll through Honeymoon Bay or Coles Bay, and admire the contrast between the granite mountains and the azure sea.
8. Does the 6-day Tasmania tour provide Chinese-speaking guides and hotel pick-up/drop-off services?
Yes, this 6-day in-depth Tasmania tour is fully equipped with a professional Chinese-speaking guide, ensuring seamless communication and an easy understanding of local culture and stories behind the attractions. The tour also includes comfortable hotel/attraction/airport pick-up and drop-off services, arranged with a deluxe coach throughout, making your journey hassle-free and convenient.
