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Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
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Enjoy Hobart from the water on Derwent River cruise. Choose your preferred time of day for your cruise, including lunch and dinner options, and then glide through the city to admire the harbor and waterfront attractions such as the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, the Tasman Bridge, Government House, Montagu Bay, and Rose Bay.
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$22.59
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Maria Island Cruise + Walk. Renowned day tour with drinks and guided walk
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See the best of the UNESCO-listed Maria Island and its surrounding scenic isles on an all-inclusive tour complete with a sightseeing cruise, a tour of the Darlington Convict Settlement, and more. This tour also includes a gourmet buffet lunch onboard with alcoholic drinks to purchase, as well as live commentary to make the most of your sightseeing experience.
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$163.42
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$163.42
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Day Trip to Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Historic Site from Hobart
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Experience the Tasman Peninsula by both land and sea on this day trip from Hobart that includes a 3-hour cruise along the coast of Tasman National Park. Gaze up at towering sea cliffs, look for wildlife like falcons and seals, and learn about the peninsula’s ecosystem. Then visit the World Heritage–listed Port Arthur Historic Site for an in-depth look at Australia’s penal history at this former convict colony. Lunch is included.
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$217.86
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$217.86
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Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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Book a 1- or 2-day pass on a Hobart hop-on hop-off bus tour for an easy way to explore the city's top attractions at your own pace. Travel by double-decker red bus to 20 stops around the city, where you can hop off whenever you wish to visit the places that interest you. Or opt to stay onboard the bus for the full loop.
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$28.24
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$28.24
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Historic Port Arthur Day Trip from Hobart Including Cliff-Top Walk to Waterfall Bay
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See the top attractions of the Tasman Peninsula on a full-day tour from Hobart. Take in towering sea cliffs, rock formations including Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen, and more as you explore the natural wonders along the coast. Next, discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, an infamous 19th-century penal colony with a fascinating history. Finally, stroll through the pretty streets of Richmond Village before returning to Hobart.
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$104.09
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$104.09
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Hobart Half-Day Sightseeing Coach Tram Tour
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See Hobart’s top sights on a city tour by coach tram, a historical Hobart tram that’s been converted into a motorized coach. On either a morning or afternoon tour (select when booking), discover attractions like Sullivan’s Cove, St. David’s Cathedral, the Queens Domain, and Cascade Gardens. Admire the historic homes and pubs of Battery Point, and view Georgian warehouses that have been turned into restaurants and galleries at Salamanca Place.
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$44.38
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$44.38

2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour of Hobart
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Take in the highlights of central Hobart on a 2-hour walking tour led by a local guide. Stroll along Hunter Street and the Hobart waterfront, view Salamanca Place, and walk through a city park as you hear about the colonial roots of the capital of Tasmania, and see heritage buildings with Victorian and Georgian architecture. Enjoy a more intimate perspective on the city during this small-group tour that has a maximum group size of eight people.
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$30.66
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Port Arthur and Lavender Farm Active Day Tour
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Join us on a fun and action packed day out visiting the World-Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site. We stop along the way at the delightful Port Arthur Lavender Farm where you can view the Lavender Fields, distillery or head straight to the gift shop and café for an array of Lavender inspired foods and gifts. Our action-packed day out includes a stunning cliff top walk taking in the highest cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, Richmond Historic Village and a short stop for a chocolate tasting at a local Chocolate Factory.
• Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (3 hours)
• Explore Port Arthur Lavender Farm
• Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk
• See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch
• Enjoy stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The
“Dogline”
• Sample the local chocolates at Federation Chocolate Factory
• Visit historic Richmond Village
• Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout
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$104.09
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$104.09
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Richmond Historic Afternoon Tour from Hobart
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Spend some time in the Richmond, one of Australia's most unique and historic towns dating back to the 1820s. Along with passing Richmond Goal, and crossing the Richmond Bridge, you’ll experience the colonial charm of the area with a guide who tells you about the city’s history during this Richmond historic tour from Hobart. Hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as round-trip transport by coach bus are included.
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$66.97
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$66.97
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Private Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Walking Tour
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Exploring Tasmania's only botanic garden with a personal guide is the best way to find out the stories and secrets behind the plants and architecture on this expansive 14 hectare site. Your guide will reveal which Tasmanian plants bees like to make honey from, which species are rare and threatened, and the unusual efforts taken to save an historic Cork Oak from threat. This tour includes time to wander the set of The Patch (as featured on ABC television's Gardening Australia).
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$12.10
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$12.10
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The Port Arthur MEGA Day Trip from Hobart
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Get a comprehensive tour of the natural attractions and Tasmanian history on this day trip to Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula. Highlights include the Richmond Colonial Village, Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, Remarkable Cave and Maingon Bay lookout. Take a walking tour with insightful commentary from your guide and a harbor cruise in Port Arthur.
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$72.62
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$72.62
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Hobart Historic Walking Tour
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Hobart’s history is full of colonial conquests and convict stories, and what better way to discover it than a walking tour? Follow your guide on a 90-minute route around Hobart, stopping to admire city landmarks and heritage buildings. Along the way, learn about the key characters and events that helped shape Hobart into the city it is today, and enjoy plenty of great photo opportunities.
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$30.66
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$30.66
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Small-Group Day Trip from Hobart to Port Arthur
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Learn about Tasmania's convict history and natural beauty on a full-day tour to the Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll also visit the historic village of Richmond, and see landmarks of the Tasman Peninsula such as Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen and the Blowhole. Includes entrance fees, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$114.67
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$114.67
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breathtaking panoramic mountains,discover colonial convict history,MONA museum !
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The natural wonder of Mt Wellington is a highlight just by itself, the breathtaking sheer 360 degree views of all the mountians & river estuaries are well & truly intagram worthy. Hobart Explore take you to two fascinating historical 18th century georgian locations.Richmond (1825) is a place lost in time,this amazing & beautiful georgian village offers dozens & dozens of buildings to explore or simply walk or picnic on its riverbank.Bellerive bluff fort (1888) was built to protect a defenseless Hobart,walk along the rampards,check out the gaol cells,12 tonne cannons or admire the gorgeous views.Unwind with your favourite beverage as you soak up the magnificent 180 degree views from Mt Nelson signal station.MONA offers very intresting & unique gardens,luxury accommodation,bars,restaurants,music sound stage,even cemetery but it isn't your run of the mill museum or art gallery,it's art can challenge your humanity,ethics & taste but everyone comes out of MONA with some sense of wonderment
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$129.10
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7-Day Super Value Tour of Tasmania: Explore Tasmania's West and East Coasts
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If you love the outdoors, you will love our super tour of 7 days packed full of waterfalls, mountains, great walks, dramatic coastlines, lakes and primeval rainforest, You will see everything from the unique rugged mountains and lakes of the west coast and the picturesque beaches of the east coast, plus to top it all off we will show you around local favourite Bruny Island and visit the World Heritage Listed - Port Arthur Historic Site.
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$845.12
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$845.12
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Hobart Minibus Full-Day Private Tour
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Touring with passionate fully trained and knowledgeable local Driver/guides who want to share their stories and provide an unforgettable experience.
Your driver guide will be able to take you to places that interest you and can give information and make suggestions so that you get a unique and personal experience. There are so many itinerary options depending on your interests, from our fascinating wildlife, our pristine nature and our history. You can experience it all on these customised private tours while travelling in safety and comfort with every detail taken care of so you sit back relax and enjoy.
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$645.52
per group
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$645.52
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Splendid! Historical Tours of Hobart
Your Splendid! tour begins where the Hobart of today was founded. On this walk you will travel through history. Your local guide will offer fresh insights into the history and people of Hobart and show you special places of significance. The walk is an easy 2 hours and there are plenty of scenic views and photo opportunities.
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$23.40
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$23.40

6-Day Small-Group Hearty Tasmania Tour from Hobart
We specialise in small-group tours (maximum 12 persons).
Personalized service at competitive price. We have price matching policy.
Great itineraries to explore the unique nature of Tasmania in escorted packaged tours.
Comfortable and safe touring minibuses that are regularly inspected and accredited. Luggage carried separately in a trailer.
Accredited tour business by the Tourism Council of Tasmania that you can trust.
We treat customers as our own guests!
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$1,569.41
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$1,569.41
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The Hobart Local - Private, luxury half-day tour
A perfect introduction to Hobart full of highlights and hidden treasures. Learn about the fascinating Indigenous and colonial history through fun, informative tales. Walk the streets of Salamanca and Battery Point, local markets, galleries and villages, meet the makers and get orientated on this personalised urban experience.
Tour Highlights & Inclusions:
- Expert Localing host
- Walking tour of Salamanca & Battery Point
- Historic boulevards of downtown Hobart
- Vibrant local neighbourhoods
- Local brewers, distillers and makers
- Morning or afternoon tea
- Hobart history and orientation
- Meet locals at the centre of culture and industry
- Standard activity and admission expenses
- Insightful, vivid storytelling
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$288.79
Price varies by group size
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$288.79
Price varies by group size

Private Winery Tour and Tasting in Moorilla and Mona Museum
Moorilla’s Wine Ambassador - a true expert in all things wine - will take you on a private, behind-the-scenes tour of the Moorilla vineyard. You’ll taste the wine and delve into the history of Moorilla, David Walsh and Claudio Alcorso, who planted Moorilla’s first vines. The tour includes an exclusive tasting of the best wines from Moorilla/Domaine A - decanted into fancy glassware. Includes a complimentary bottle of Muse wine to take home.
Also onsite at Moorilla is Mona, Australia’s largest privately-owned gallery and museum. Mona exhibits everything from ancient Egyptian funerary objects and modernist masterpieces to a word waterfall. The Mona site - located on the banks of the River Derwent- is also home to luxury accommodation, bars, a restaurant and more.
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$121.03
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$121.03

Grand Historical Port Arthur Walking Tour from Hobart
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Explore Port Arthur Historic Site, part of the World Heritage–listed Australian Convict Sites, on a day trip from Hobart. On a guided walking tour of the grounds, learn about the site’s history as a penal colony, check out ruins and restored buildings, and admire the coastal scenery that highlights the natural beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. Plus, take a cruise to Isle of the Dead for a walking tour of this prison cemetery.
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$125.07
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Port Arthur Tour from Hobart
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Visit Port Arthur Historic Site, part of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Australian Convict Sites, on this day trip from Hobart. If you’re a history buff, this is the tour for you, as it’s been designed to provide as much time as possible to explore Port Arthur in one day. On a guided walking tour of the grounds, learn about the site’s history as a convict colony, visit ruins and restored buildings, and admire the coastal scenery that highlights the natural beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. A harbor cruise is included.
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$110.54
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$110.54
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Mt. Wellington Morning Hike + Afternoon Beer & History Walk
Experience Hobart! Start with a mountain summit walk through temperate rainforest and alpine landscapes. Finish the day roaming the streets tasting the results from the wildly successful craft brewing scene... All while learning the unique and varied histories of Tasmania.
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$148.65
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$148.65
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Port Arthur, Richmond and Tasman Peninsula Day Trip from Hobart
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Take in the highlights of the Tasman Peninsula on this full-day small-group tour from Hobart, including hotel pick-up. Learn about the island’s convict past with a walking tour and boat cruise around Port Arthur, then admire the colonial architecture of historic Richmond. After spotting natural landmarks like the Devil's Kitchen, Tasman Arch and Waterfall Bay in the Tasman National Park, finish with an indulgent chocolate tasting at the Federation Chocolate Factory.
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$109.36
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$109.36
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- Hobart Salamanca Market
- South Hobart
- Hobart Sandy Bay
- Zoodoo Wildlife Park
- Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
- Museum of Old and New Art (Mona)
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
- Lark Distillery
- Queens Domain
- Parliament House
- Mount Field National Park
- Mt. Wellington (Kunanyi)
- Sullivan's Cove
- Constitution Dock
- St. David's Cathedral
- Huon Valley
- Mawson's Hut Replica Museum
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Richmond Gaol
- Richmond Village
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