20 Day Ultimate Tasmania Self Drive Tour

Arrive in Hobart and collect your rental car. Explore the historic charm of Salamanca Place and Battery Point. If it’s a Saturday, browse the lively Salamanca Market. You may also choose to visit MONA, Hobart’s world-famous modern art museum. Stay overnight in Hobart.

Accommodation: Bay Hotel Apartments, Studio Apartment or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel or similar

Optional Experience: Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) Entry with Return Standard or Posh Pit Ferry

Drive to Kettering and take the ferry to beautiful Bruny Island. Explore The Neck Lookout for panoramic views, visit the tranquil shores of Adventure Bay, and sample the island’s famous local produce — from creamy cheeses and fresh oysters to cool-climate wines. Return to Hobart for the night.

Accommodation: Bay Hotel Apartments, Studio Apartment or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel or similar

Included Experience: Bruny Island Return Ferry Ticket

Optional Experience: Bruny Island 3-hr Wilderness Cruise

Begin your day with a drive to the summit of Mt Wellington for sweeping views over Hobart and the River Derwent. On your way back, stop at Cascade Brewery for a photo or a refreshing drink. Spend the rest of the day either exploring the scenic Huon Valley or enjoying a whisky and wine tasting tour at nearby distilleries and vineyards. Stay another night in Hobart.

Accommodation: Bay Hotel Apartments, Studio Apartment or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel or similar

Leave Hobart for the scenic drive to the Port Arthur Historic Site, one of Australia’s most significant heritage destinations. Spend time exploring the well-preserved ruins, learning about Tasmania’s convict history. You can also take an optional cruise around the Tasman Peninsula for striking views of sea cliffs and hidden caves. Stay overnight in Port Arthur.

Accommodation: The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel, Sea View Queen Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Stewarts Bay Lodge or similar

Included Experience: Port Arthur Historic Site Entry

Optional Experience: Tasman Island 3-hr Wilderness Cruise

Start your day with a visit to Remarkable Cave and the dramatic Tasman Arch, two of the Tasman Peninsula’s natural wonders. Continue your drive through Orford, with views across the ocean to Maria Island. Arrive in Bicheno, stopping by the Bicheno Blowhole for a unique coastal spectacle, then relax and enjoy the stunning coastline. Stay overnight in Bicheno.

Accommodation: Beachfront Bicheno, Courtyard King Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Freycinet Lodge

Optional Experience: Bicheno Penguin Tour

Spend the day discovering the beauty of Freycinet National Park, home to the iconic Wineglass Bay. Hike to the lookout or along the Hazards Beach circuit, or opt for a Wineglass Bay cruise or return water taxi for a more relaxed experience. Stay another night in Bicheno.

Accommodation: Beachfront Bicheno, Courtyard King Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Freycinet Lodge

Optional Experience: Wineglass Bay Cruise or Coles Bay to Hazards Beach Return Water Taxi via Freycinet Aqua Express

Spend a relaxing day exploring the Bay of Fires, known for its pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and striking orange lichen-covered rocks. Enjoy beach walks, rock hopping, or simply take in the coastal serenity. Stay another night in St Helens.

Accommodation: Bayside Hotel, King Ocean View Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Panorama Hotel or similar

Drive through the lush forests of northeast Tasmania on your way to Launceston. Stop at Bridestowe Lavender Estate (seasonal) for a fragrant detour, then spend the afternoon exploring the natural beauty of Cataract Gorge. Stay overnight in Launceston.

Accommodation: Art Hotel on York, Standard Queen Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Peppers Seaport Launceston or similar

Explore the Tamar Valley, known for its scenic beauty and award-winning wines. Visit cellar doors and take in a bit of history at the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre. Stay another night in Launceston.

Accommodation: Art Hotel on York, Standard Queen Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Peppers Seaport Launceston or similar

Optional Experience: Tamar Valley Discovery Wine Tour

Drive through the charming towns of Deloraine and Mole Creek on your way to Devonport. Stop at The Honey Farm for sweet local treats, visit Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary, and consider a guided cave tour in the nearby Mole Creek Karst National Park. Stay overnight in Devonport.

Accommodation: Nightelier Devonport, King Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Waterfront Apartments or similar

Drive along Tasmania’s North West Coast, with optional stops at Table Cape Tulip Farm (seasonal) and the lighthouse in Wynyard. Arrive in Stanley and visit The Nut, a volcanic headland with panoramic views—accessible by chairlift or walking track. Spend the afternoon exploring the charming, heritage-rich village. Stay overnight in Stanley.

Accommodation: Stanley Seaview Inn, Standard Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Ship Inn Stanley or similar

Head west to Smithton and continue to Arthur River, famously known as the “Edge of the World.” Choose to explore Fossil Bluff’s layered cliffs or venture into the Tarkine Rainforest, one of the last great temperate rainforests in the world. Stay another night in Stanley.

Accommodation: Stanley Seaview Inn, Standard Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Ship Inn Stanley or similar

Travel through Tasmania’s beautiful farmland to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Choose from various short walks or enjoy a visit to the stunning Dove Lake. Stay overnight in Cradle Mountain.

Accommodation: Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain, Standard Cabin or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Cradle Mountain Hotel

Enjoy a full day in Cradle Mountain, with options for hiking and wildlife spotting. Don’t miss a visit to the Devils@Cradle sanctuary to learn about and encounter Tasmania’s iconic Tasmanian devils. Stay another night in Cradle Mountain.

Accommodation: Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain, Standard Cabin or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Cradle Mountain Hotel

Included Experience: After Dark Feeding Tour

Travel through Tasmania’s stunning wilderness on the way to Strahan. Stop by the village of Tullah on Lake Rosebery, enjoy a walk at Henty Dunes, and take in the dramatic scenery along the way. Stay overnight in Strahan.

Accommodation: Strahan Village, Hilltop Standard Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Strahan Village, Harbour View Room

Take a morning Gordon River Cruise from Strahan, visiting the historic Sarah Island and the peaceful Heritage Landing, with its ancient rainforest. Stay another night in Strahan.

Accommodation: Strahan Village, Hilltop Standard Room or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Strahan Village, Harbour View Room

Included Experience: Gordon River Cruise – Main Deck Window

Optional Upgrade: Gordon River Cruise – Upper Deck Window

Travel from Strahan to Mount Field National Park, stopping to see The Wall in the Wilderness along the Derwent River. Take a detour to Strathgordon Dam or Lake St Clair before exploring the park’s famous Russell Falls and hiking the Tall Trees Walk. Stay overnight near Mount Field.

Accommodation: Russell Falls Holiday Cottages, 1 Bedroom Cottage or similar

Begin with a short drive to New Norfolk, where you can browse antique shops and visit the Salmon Ponds Heritage Hatchery and Gardens. Then, relax by the Derwent River before continuing along the scenic Coal River Valley to Richmond, stopping at vineyards along the way. Explore the historic Richmond Bridge and the charming village. Stay overnight in Richmond.

Accommodation: Richmond Arms Hotel, 1 Bedroom Unit or similar

Optional Accommodation Upgrade: 4 star, Prospect Country House

Optional Experience: Salmon Ponds Heritage Hatchery and Gardens Entry

Enjoy your final morning in Richmond, exploring its local galleries and cafés. Afterward, return your rental car and head to Hobart Airport for your departure.