About this tour
This five- to seven-hour shore excursion sweeps through Hobart's defining attractions via coach. Start atop kunanyi (Mt Wellington) at 1272 metres for sweeping views across the city and coast. Browse Salamanca Market's Saturday stalls, then wind through Coal River Valley's vineyards with a cheese stop before reaching the sandstone cottages and convict heritage of Richmond village—ideal for lunch. Finish at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, where you'll encounter kangaroos and the notoriously fierce Tasmanian Devil in its habitat.
Highlights
- Summit kunanyi for 360-degree city and coastal views
- Saturday browsing at Salamanca Market's local crafts
- Cheese tasting in Coal River Valley wine country
- Richmond's colonial architecture and convict-era buildings
- Close encounter with Tasmanian Devils and native wildlife
- All transport and entry fees covered except lunch
What to expect
Your driver-guide collects you from the cruise terminal in a climate-controlled coach and provides running commentary throughout. The mountain ascent takes roughly 30 minutes; expect a short walk to the lookout platform where conditions permitting, visibility stretches to the Derwent estuary and beyond. Salamanca Market (Saturdays only) buzzes with local makers—allow an hour to wander. The wine valley leg is leisurely, stopping briefly at a cheese cellar. Richmond offers a quiet village stroll and lunch options ranging from cafés to pubs. At Bonorong, keepers guide you through enclosures; the Tasmanian Devil feeding demo is the highlight. Weather occasionally clouds Mt Wellington, triggering a substitution to Rosny Lookout instead.
Good to know
Lunch and drinks are your own expense. Wear layers and sturdy shoes—the mountain can be windy. Prams and strollers are welcome; infants must sit with an adult. The tour operates rain or shine, so pack a light jacket. Tour runs only if Salamanca Market is on (Saturdays).
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.