HOBART SHORE EXCURSION

Get the most out of your short stay in port with our Hobart shore excursion to the stunning Coal River Valley region. Tours depart from Hobart’s waterfront, a short 10-minute walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal. Join us for a 3.5-hour return tour to the beautiful Richmond Village and Coal River Valley. See more of Hobart while you are docked.

DEPARTURE LOCATION & TIMES

The Coal River Valley Explorer Bus departs from opposite the Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre in Hobart. Most importantly, it’s a short 10 minute walk from the Cruise Ship Terminal.

Departs 7 days a week, including public holidays.

Departure Times:

1:00 pm.

SHORE EXCURSION OPTIONS

We offer multiple daily departures for our Hobart shore excursion to the Coal River Valley. In short, our tours operate every day regardless of which cruise ships are in port.

  • Explorer Pass: A 3.5-hour return tour from Hobart to Richmond, including 2.5 hours in the Coal River Valley. Experience the scenic Coal River Valley, and enjoy the historic Richmond Village, or you can choose to get off at one of our optional locations throughout the Coal River Valley and create your own itinerary!
  • Explorer + City Loop Combo: Explore Richmond, one of Tasmania's most iconic historic towns and then enjoy the official sightseeing tour of Hobart, on Red Decker's Hop-On Hop-Off open-top busses!
  • Explorer + kunanyi/ Mt Wellington: Explore Richmond, one of Tasmania's most iconic historic towns and then enjoy the breathtaking views of Hobart from the summit of kunanyi/ Mt Wellington!

Bookings are essential on cruise ship days. So to avoid disappointment and save time on the day, BOOK NOW.

 

ACCESSIBLE TRAVEL

The Coal River Valley Explorer Bus, kunanyi/ Mt Wellington Explorer Bus and the Hop-On Hop-Off City Loop are all accessible bus services. We can easily accommodate all types of mobility aids including wheelchairs, scooters, walkers and prams. However, please contact our booking office by phone on +61 3 6236 9116 or email bookings@coalrivervalleyexplorer.com.au if you have any concerns regarding your requirements. Most importantly, please reserve a space by filling in the “Special Requirements” field at the time of booking your Hobart shore excursion.

Photo: Aerial view of Hobart, Stu Gibson.