9 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Brighton (about 30 minutes away). On the 18th (Wed), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, get to know the fascinating history of Battery Point Sculpture Trail, explore the world behind art at Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and take in the views from Richmond Bridge.

To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Hobart online sightseeing planner.

Melbourne to Hobart is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to go by car 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.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): identify plant and animal life at Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, then get to know the fascinating history of Port Arthur Historic Site, and then don't miss a visit to Remarkable Cave.

Plan a trip to Port Arthur easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.

Traveling by car from Hobart to Port Arthur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. September in Port Arthur sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to 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.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): don't miss a visit to Bicheno Blowhole, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, then trek along Wineglass Bay Lookout, and finally get a taste of local nightlife at Kings Fine Art Gallery.

To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, go to the Coles Bay trip planning website.

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 your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at Cataract Gorge Reserve, then appreciate the views at The Tamar Valley, and then walk around City Park. On the next day, admire the masterpieces at Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery and then ponder the world of politics at City of Launceston Town Hall.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Launceston tour site.

Drive from Coles Bay to Launceston in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Launceston are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Tue) to allow time for the bus ride to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park.

A holiday in Cradle Mountain-Lake St.

On the 25th (Wed), admire the sheer force of Pencil Pine Falls and Knyvet Falls, then contemplate the waterfront views at Dove Lake Circuit, and then identify plant and animal life at Devils @ Cradle.

To find ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park itinerary planner.

Getting from Launceston to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park by bus takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.