33 days in Tasmania Itinerary

Snaking up the side of a rounded, tree-dotted hill, Hobart sits between Tasmania’s sprawling mountains and the vast estuary of the River Derwent.

When in Hobart, make a side trip to see Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Brighton, approximately Brighton away. On the 25th (Tue), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, get curious at Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, explore the world behind art at Museum of Old and New Art (Mona), and examine the collection at Mawson's Hut Replica Museum.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Hobart online day trip planner.

Perth to Hobart is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Perth to Hobart due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Perth in April; daily highs in Hobart reach 21°C and lows reach 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to drive to Port Arthur.

Surrounded by shark-infested waters and connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus of land, Port Arthur ranks among Australia's top historical sites and heritage areas.

Step out of Port Arthur to go to Eaglehawk Neck and see Waterfall Bay, which is approximately 32 minutes away. There's still lots to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Port Arthur Historic Site, make a trip to Australian Convict Sites, trek along Three Capes Track, and kick back and relax at Stewarts Bay.

To see photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read Port Arthur trip planner.

Traveling by car from Hobart to Port Arthur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. April in Port Arthur sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can go by car to Coles Bay.

Overlooking one of Tasmania's most scenic strips of coastline and serving as the gateway to Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay is home to just 500 permanent residents.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Coles Bay: Bicheno (Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration, Bicheno Blowhole, &more), Spiky Bridge (in Swansea) and Craigie Knowe Vineyard (in Cranbrook). And it doesn't end there: walk along Wineglass Bay Lookout, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, head off the coast to Maria Island National Park, and enjoy the sea views from Cape Tourville Lighthouse.

For reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Coles Bay online trip itinerary maker.

You can drive from Port Arthur to Coles Bay in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can go by car to St Helens.

Overlooking scenic Georges Bay, St Helens is the largest town on the northeast coast of Tasmania, ranking among Australia's top destinations for recreational game fishing.

Venture out of the city with trips to Mount William National Park (in Scottsdale), Little Blue Lake (in South Mount Cameron) and Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails (in Derby). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of St Columba Waterfall, get to know the resident critters at Serpentarium Wildlife Park Tasmania, relax in the rural setting at Wacky’s Animal Farm, and learn about all things military at Mainly Maritime Museum (Warship & Marine Corps Museum).

To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the St Helens trip planner.

Traveling by car from Coles Bay to St Helens takes 1.5 hours. May in St Helens sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Launceston.

Lying in the Tamar Valley and surrounded by forested hills, the grid-patterned city of Launceston boasts shaded avenues, vibrant street life, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Launceston: Low Head Penguin Tours (in Low Head), Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre (in Beaconsfield) and Beauty Point (Platypus House & Seahorse World). There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Cataract Gorge Reserve, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, walk around City Park, and explore the fascinating underground world of Mole Creek Caves.

To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Launceston trip planner.

Getting from St Helens to Launceston by car takes about 2.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to drive to Strahan.

Combine breathtaking nature and genuine hospitality, wrap it up in small-town scenery, and you get Strahan, Tasmania.

Explore Strahan's surroundings by going to Queenstown (Nelson Falls & Eric Thomas Galley Museum) and Zeehan (West Coast Heritage Centre, Zeehan & Zeehan Rock Shop). Next up on the itinerary: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, examine the collection at Morrisons Huon Pine Sawmill, admire nature's extreme beauty at Henty Dunes, and enjoy the sand and surf at Ocean Beach.

To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Strahan trip planner.

You can drive from Launceston to Strahan in 4 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to catch the bus to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park.

A holiday in Cradle Mountain-Lake St.

Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park is known for nature, wildlife, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Dove Lake Circuit, trek along Lake Lilla Track, tour the pleasant surroundings at Marion's Lookout Walk, and take in the awesome beauty at Barn Bluff.

To find traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park trip itinerary planning app.

You can take a bus from Strahan to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.