10 Days Ultimate Guided Tour of Tasmania

Embark on a 10-day guided tour of Tasmania and immerse yourself in its wild places, famous national parks, and local wildlife. Explore off-the-beaten-track landscapes, enjoy easy-to-moderate walks, and experience the thrill of encountering Tasmanian devils. Book now!

Duration: 10 days
Highlights

HOBART > QUEENSTOWN

Russell Falls - Departing Hobart/nipaluna, we quickly begin to venture into the rugged Western Wilds. Our first stop in the rainforests of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area is to see the beautiful Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park.

Lake St. Clair - As we continue west and climb into the alpine region, we’ll stop at Australia’s deepest freshwater lake, Lake St Clair.

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park - Scenes of mountains and buttongrass plains abound as we travel through the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and stop to see the tannin-coloured waters of the Franklin River and take a short walk into the lovely Nelson Falls.

Queenstown - As we near the historic mining town, Queenstown, take in the impressive views of the Iron Blow Lookout, Horsetail Falls and Mt Lyell. We’ll enjoy a group dinner and settle in for the night.

GORDON RIVER CRUISE > TULLAH

World Heritage Cruises - Departing from the harbourside village of Strahan, today we’ll cruise the Gordon River. This fantastic river cruise includes a guided boardwalk through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest as well as a guided tour of the harshest penal settlement in Australia at Sarah Island. You’ll cruise through the treacherous Hells Gates which is a narrow passageway into Macquarie Harbour and enjoy lunch aboard the ship featuring Tasmanian produce. See the workings of a huon pine sawmill to further appreciate the history of this picturesque town.

Strahan - The Gordon River Cruise begins and ends in Strahan which is a picturesce harbourside village. Strahan is a gateway into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. It sits within Macquarie Harbour and you’ll be able to experience the lovely waterfront area before we depart to Tullah.

Tullah - On a clear day, this tiny township offers magnificent views of the rugged peaks of Mount Murchison. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a group dinner and relax in the lakeside chalet which sits on the shores of Lake Rosebery.

TULLAH > NORTHWEST COAST

TARKINE > DEVONPORT

Table Cape Lookout - As we return to the north west coast, we will stop by Table Cape and see the lighthouse while enjoying sweeping views across Bass Strait. At 180m above sea-level, Table Cape is a remnant volcano.

Boat Harbour Beach - Discover one of Tasmania’s best beaches at Boat Harbour with its white sands and blue waters. Its easy to see why this place is a favourite Tasmanian holiday destination.

Penguin - See the big penguin in, you guessed it, the town called Penguin. This delightful little coastal town is on a great stretch of coastline that we’ll follow as we make our way east towards Devonport.

Devonport - We’ll spend the night in this small port city that sits at the mouth of the Mersey River.

CRADLE MOUNTAIN > LAUNCESTON

Cradle Mountain - Discover the alpine and glacial landscapes of Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park. Your guide will help you make the most of a diversity of options to experience around the park, such as looking for wombats at Ronny Creek. You may wish to walk the outstanding Dove Lake Circuit - this 6km walk around the glacial lake beneath the peaks of Cradle Mountain is considered the best short walk in Tasmania.

Sheffield - Enjoy the Town of Murals, Sheffield, where brightly coloured murals decorate the buildings in town. This picturesque town is made even more lovely by the backdrop of Mount Roland which rises steeply from lush farmlands.

Launceston - Explore Australia’s second oldest city at your leisure this evening.

BAY OF FIRES > BICHENO

Cataract Gorge Reserve - Our first stop today is at Cataract Gorge Nature Reserve. We will take a walk through the reserve and keep a look out for resident wallabies.

St Helens - Pick a spot for lunch in this coastal fishing town and our first experience on the east coast of Tasmania.

Bay of Fires - Today we will explore the Bay of Fires/larapuna. Clear waters, white sands and orange boulders are classic scenes from the Bay of Fires region, and you’ll love strolling along these pristine beaches.

FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK > HOBART

Freycinet National Park - Freycinet is Tassie’s East Coast jewel, and we make sure to maximise your time here. We have a number of things we see and do in this awesome national park, described below.

Honeymoon Bay - See the stunning Hazards pink granite mountains from Honeymoon Bay.

Wineglass Bay - Walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout for views of Tasmania’s most famous beach with its curved white shores and turquoise-coloured waters.

Cape Tourville Lighthouse - At Cape Tourville enjoy panoramic views of the park and across the Tasman sea.

Hobart - We spend three nights in Tasmania’s vibrant capital city! In your free time you can explore Hobarts pubs and restaurants. Walk along the waterfront area and around historic Battery Point and Salamanca area.

TASMANIAN DEVILS, RICHMOND & WELLINGTON PARK

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary - Meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils at Bonorong Wildlfe Sanctuary.

Wellington Park - This afternoon, we’ll share with you some of our favourite spots in Hobart’s Wellington Park. Known fondly by locals as “The Mountain”, Mount Wellington/kunanyi is a diverse natural reserve with several trails to see fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns, boulder fields, and spectacular lookouts.

Richmond - Enjoy a great day out Australia’s best preserved colonial village. Have lunch at a bakery, cafe or the local pub. Walk over the oldest convict built bridge in Australia, Richmond Bridge and see the range of heritage buildings.

BRUNY ISLAND

Bruny Island - Today we’ll discover the highlights of Bruny Island. After a short drive from Hobart, we’ll take the ferry across the D’Entrecastreaux Channel to the island and the adventure truly begins. After seeing the sites today, should they wish, guests can try locally crafted products like oysters, cheese, and beers (optional, at own expense). This is a fun and relaxing day out enjoying one of Tasmania’s favourite islands for locals and visitors alike.

The Neck - At the isthmus between North and South Bruny, we’ll climb the 279 steps to the top of Truganini Lookout. Enjoy panoramic views from this outstanding viewpoint.

South Bruny National Park - We’ll visit South Bruny National Park and take in the incredible coastline at Cape Bruny Lighthouse, while in Adventure Bay, we’ll try our luck spotting white wallabies.

Port Arthur Historic Site and the Tasman Peninsula

Port Arthur Historic Site - At the Port Arthur Historic Site, learn about the harsh life of convicts from the 1800’s at Australia’s best preserved convict settlement. Wander around the preserved ruins and colonial gardens and take a short harbour cruise to appreciate this open-air museum and UNESCO World Heritage Listed Area.

Tasman National Park - Today you’ll also experience several sites and viewpoints on the magnificent Tasman Peninsula such as Pirates Bay Lookout, Tessellated Pavement, Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.

What's Included
  • Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site and Harbour Cruise
  • Lunch
  • Guided walks and guided commentary
  • Dinner
  • Advanced eco-certified tour
  • National Park Fees
  • Breakfast
  • Gordon River Cruise
  • Entry to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Additional Information

A ten-day journey in Tasmania allows us to delve deeper into the untouched terrains of Tasmania. We see renowned national parks such as Cradle Mountain and Freycinet, but we also venture into stunning natural landscapes like the Tarkine situated in North West Tasmania that are less traversed.

This expedition strikes a perfect equilibrium between touring the region and engaging in simple to moderately challenging hikes. This journey is exclusively motel-based, inclusive of numerous meals and thrilling activities like the Gordon River Cruise and a trip to Port Arthur Historic Site.

A trip to the Bonorong wildlife sanctuary to witness Tasmanian devils and various other wildlife is another highlight of this expedition. Our company holds an eco-certification from Ecotourism Australia, assuring travelers who are keen on making an eco-friendly travel decision that they’re teamed up with a seasoned local tour operator who values sustainability.

Our travel experiences are centered around wild destinations, wildlife, and wild adventures, and this expedition is no different!

Location
YHA Hobart Central
Argyle Street
Please wait outside the YHA Hobart Central YHA and your guide will collect you.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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825charlottem
Apr 22, 2024
If I could go back right now and do the tour again I would not hesitate! - Absolutely amazing tour and experience! Picked up at the start of the tour and immediately made feel very welcome by our exceptional tour guide Tim. We visited so many incredibly beautiful and culturally significant locations and at all locations Tim was able to provide any detail you could have asked for. Walks were clearly explained and alternatives were always provided for those who didn't want to climb stairs or for those who wanted a more adventurous walk - do the walk even if you end up a little red-faced, the sense of achievement and the spectacular scenery are worth it! Tim's narrative in the bus on the drives between locations was well informed and helped me to fall more and more in love with Tasmania. While the tour is essentially non-stop, there was also opportunity to stop and just to relax and enjoy the view. The motel/hotel accommodation was always clean and the added bonus of an electric blanket after a cooler day was always appreciated. Included meals were fresh with a number of options available and multiple courses on offer on an evening. On the days where we fended for our selves we were given plenty of opportunity to stop and pick up supplies, including at the southern most vineyard in Australia and plenty of ice cream stops. The whole experience was exceptional and made even better by Tim. The tour group of likeminded travellers who wanted to see the raw beauty and history of the beautiful island added to the experience. If I could go back right now and do the tour again I would not hesitate in doing it all again and following the other path to discover more beauty.
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Tour67083054204
Apr 18, 2024
Tassy tour - This was an active and very comprehensive tour and the guide - TIM - was excellent for his punctuality, driving, commentary, attitude, and resourcefulness. Very satisfied
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W3662lojuliab
Apr 7, 2024
Ultimate 10 - Under Down Under - Looking for something to do in your spare time ? As a seasoned traveller from Perth, I decided that it was time to visit Tasmania, it was never on my top 10 places to visit. So I booked the Ultimate 10 Tour on a whim. Was I wrong, Tasmania is just unbelievably amazing, with its breathtaking natural landscapes, the sheer beauty of the National Parks, wildlife I have never seen before in their natural habitats such as the Tasmanian Pademelon, Bare-Nosed Wombat, Wallabies just to name a few. Tasmania is also steeped with history with its Port Arthur Historic site and saving the Franklin River. I will let your Tour Guide fill in the missing gaps ! The tour itself is well balanced with a mixture of outdoor nature loving activities as well as visiting the town of Richmond for some retail therapy ! The aspect that appealed to me most about this tour was that it was the only tour that pretty much covered most of Tasmania in 10 days. A tour is not a tour without a tour guide/driver, right? About Justin our tour guide/driver. Well, he was also amazing - always on time, patient, just the right amount of talking while driving, gave relevant information about how the following day would look like and facts about each location, he was thoughtful and would go out of his way to ensure everyone was happy. He was the glue that made our group / tour a memorable one ! Thanks Justin, you're a star.
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Just4u2again
Apr 6, 2024
Stunning Tassie Tour - It was time to explore Tasmania, so I compared various options to see the land down under, including self-drive choices and using my own vehicle. For the sheer simplicity, and cost effectiveness, I chose a small group 10-day tour, offered by Under Down Under Tours. The itinerary was extensive and appeared to cover all the best highlights you could possibly see in 10 days. Mother nature was the clear star on this tour; providing stunning walks through ancient rain forests, and many promontories which showcased the rugged Tasmania coastline. To describe all the magnificent experiences provided would fill pages; for me, the cruise through Macquarie Harbour and the Gordon River, the panoramic view from Wineglass Bay look-out, Cradle Mountain and the walk around Dove Lake, in the shadow of the mountain, deserve special mention. And, a special mention of our driver and tour guide Justin. Justin worked tirelessly to ensure that all participants on the tour enjoyed what was on offer. His commentary covering the history of the regions we were traversing and the special little anecdotes he provided made the trip just that much more interesting and educational. His enthusiastic participation certainly enhanced the enjoyment of the tour. A great tour of Tasmania with a driver/guide who cared, you could not ask for much more.
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Toscape
Apr 5, 2024
Amazing !! - Justin our tour guide was a blast !...went above and beyond to ensure our trip was amazing. 10 guests in a 21 seater bus was an added bonus. We were busy each and every day...so much so that we longed for a day of rest !...Justin's knowledge of each and every stop/site was outstanding. Can't recommend this tour highly enough
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U418sbkevinw
Mar 8, 2024
Superb tour of the best of Tasmania - I have never been on a long tour before but at 74, I decided with my wife that this would be the best way to see Tasmania and I would not have to do any driving or organise anything. With a small group of 21 in the bus and a comprehensive itinerary what could go wrong. As it turned out nothing other than picking up a common cold on the plane and a puncture in front right tyre of the bus, which turned out to be part of the adventure anyway. Our tour guide and driver Keygan would be the most knowledgable and interesting person I have ever met in this role. A native Tasmanian he has an intimate knowledge of the flora and fauna, history, not just since European settlement but of the Palawa people going back thousands of years as well as contemporary modern Tasmanian issues and lifestyle. His knowledge also of the geographic and geological features of the landscape is awesome. Anecdotes of every location flowed easily as we rounded yet another corner with a fascinating commentary interspersed with comedic notes and stories ranging from indigenous culture to bush ranger antics. Overall it was awesome. Thanks for the experience.
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Dmm20901
Feb 19, 2024
Excellent Tasmania tour with UnderDownUnder - We recently completed a 10 day tour of Tasmania with Underdownunder tours. The tour was great, giving us a good overview of the incredible scenic beauty of the island. The company was easy to work with and everything went smoothly and as advertised. What made it really special was our guide/driver, Keygan. He is enthusiastic and has a master teacher’s ability to impart so much interesting information in a lively and entertaining way. A great sense of humor as well. The accommodations ranged from rustic to very nice. Some of the towns we stayed in were quite small and I believe there was little choice in where to stay. All were comfortable enough. The included dinners were generally good to excellent. Breakfasts tended to be limited. All in all I highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for an extensive driving trip around the island.
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Petergh4269ej
Jan 8, 2024
Great tour in a beautiful state of Australia. - This 10 day tour of Tassie with Under Down Under was exceptional. Our guide, Keygan, was very knowledgeable and passionate about all things Tasmanian. The scenery was spectacular, the weather mostly fine and the accommodation and meals were good.
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Richellemareef
Oct 29, 2023
10 Day Guided Tour of Tasmania - The most epic 10 days. So well organised, our tour guide Keygan was simply amazing, knowledgeable, helpful in every aspect. Took care of Mum exceptionally well (She's 85) and although was unable to complete all the longer walks or those with too many stairs, there were many other options for us to take advantage of. Such a wonderful company and everything was magic. Great accommodations, food. Couldn't have asked for more. Thanks so much Under Down Under, you made this trip even more special.
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