Shore Excursion: Hobart's Best In Half A Day
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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This tour is specifically tailored for cruise ship passengers.
We begin the day with our city loop tour where we will provide guided commentary as we explore the streets of Hobart and visit its major attractions and landmarks.
Next, we'll venture to the renowned Salamanca Market, available on Saturdays only. This world-class market showcases the very best of Tasmanian art, local produce, talented buskers, and much more!
We continue our journey through the scenic Coal River Valley wine region. Then, we will proceed to the historic township of Richmond, which is rich in convict history. Here, you will be able to admire Australia's oldest bridge and Catholic church. Richmond is home to numerous charming eateries, making it the perfect spot for our lunch break.
To conclude our day, we'll visit the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Get up close and personal with the friendly kangaroos and other fascinating Tasmanian and Australian wildlife.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Meeting point is situated 150m from the terminal situated on corner of Franklin Wharf and Hunter st.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Time at Richmond to explore the town
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry
Pickup and drop-off from the cruise terminal
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks not included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
What To Expect
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
we'll start our date at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Get up close and personal with the friendly kangaroos and other fascinating Tasmanian and Australian wildlife. Don't miss the chance to witness the famous Tasmanian Devil, a true highlight even for locals!
Richmond
Then, we will proceed to the historic township of Richmond, which is rich in convict history and showcases magnificent sandstone and colonial buildings. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire Australia's oldest bridge and Catholic church. Richmond is also home to numerous charming eateries, making it the perfect spot for our lunch break. Additionally, we highly recommend visiting the Drink Tasmania Tasting House, where you can indulge in tastings of the region's finest wines, whisky, and local produce.
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Shore Excursion: Hobart's Best In Half A Day
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved Hobart!
Daniel M,
Mar 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew our tour guide was excellent. His personal knowledge of the area was outstanding. He has a great personality and the right amount of humor for this job. The tour itself was has it states the highlights of Hobart and it was right on and well worth our time and money. Thanks to Andrew for a great time.
Great tour
Carl H,
Mar 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on the tour. Our first time in Hobart an we enjoyed the sights, very clean and well kept area, especially enjoyed the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Our driver/tour guide Mark was very knowledgeable, personable, and interacted well with guests.
A fun day and saw multiple areas of Hobart
Gina E,
Mar 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Driver was personable and informative. Bonorong didn’t have as many animals as I’d hoped but I admire the work they do and we were happy we visited.
Great place to see lots of local wild life
Mountainman827,
Mar 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.004 hour tour of sanctuary. Got to see lots of wildlife and beautiful countryside. Great tour guide on bus. Was little sad seeing animals in pens some were pretty stressed
A very good way to spend your day in Hobart
ozJOHNau,
Feb 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00After getting off the cruise we were great by the lovely driver and guide - she was friendly and didn’t just speak to talk - having been to Hobart before it was nice The structure was good too - she knew the weather - it was already pretty warm , so we went to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. As the animals would sleep later in the day The entrance fee is t included, but the money goes to keeping the place in operation- was so nice to see the animals interacting with the visitors Richmond was next on the list - nice town with the famous bridge and scallop pies - YUM And the last spot was Mt Wellington- perfect weather and amazing views around Hobart Glad I booked this trip
Could Have Been So Much Better ... Depends On Your Driver
Russell W,
Feb 23, 2020
- Review from Viator
3.00Our Driver Is A Nice Enough Guy ... Did Appreciate Him Driving, But Didn't Seem To Be All Present. He was Really Really Quiet & When We Asked Questions, He Really Didn't Seem To Know Much .. I appreciate him taking us to MONA & going to Mona was the Best part of our Excursion ! Highly recommend MONA to Anyone Going To Hobart ! :-)
Leisure
Finbarr G,
Jan 11, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide, Rodney lead the tour with such flair, he told us the history of a lot if areas and buildings & he shared his fondness of Tasmania by describing the scenic views, the history & the culture. The markets were a delight to visit and the splendar of the beautiful mountain, Wellington was one if my favourite activities. Thank-you.
Excellent Tour
David F,
Apr 21, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The driver was helpful and informative. Seeing and being able to feed the kangaroos and see the wombats, koala bears and Tasmin Devils helped to make our trip to Australia. We would have liked more time at the sanctuary, but appreciate this was only a half day trip. Thanks.
Hobart trip off boat
Nicolas E,
Mar 12, 2019
- Review from Viator
4.00We enjoyed the tour to the various places and the driver was helpful and knowledgeable of the areas we went to
Nice half a day shore excursion
TXwonderer,
Mar 10, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The visit to Bonorong Sanctuary was really fun. We saw Tasmanian devils, wombats, koalas and a lot of kangaroos. We then visited Richmond. Richmond is a quaint little town and has a lot of shops. We only had one hour in Richmond, so we didn’t get to do much. We did try scallop pie in the Richmond Bakery as recommended by our tour guide. It was a very enjoyable lunch. Half a day is a bit short for the Hobart visit. If Tassie can offer a 6-hour tour and allow a little more time in Richmond that will be great.
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