Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Sightseeing Day Tour

North Bruny, Tasmania



Explore scenic Bruny Island on a day tour from Hobart, visiting artisan producers on a gourmet adventure whilst taking in the spectacular scenery of Tasmania’s favourite island.

This full-day guided tour explores Bruny Island’s landscapes, gourmet produce, and artisan culture, departing daily from Hobart. Ideal for food and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Explore picturesque Bruny Island off Tasmania’s southern coast
  • Savor cheeses, fresh oysters, premium wines, beer, mead, ice cream, and honey
  • Taste handcrafted fudge in the private gardens of HIBA
  • Discover the iconic view from the Truganini Steps at The Neck
  • Enjoy a beachside lunch with oysters and two glasses of wine, beer, or cider

Description

Experience Bruny Island’s diverse landscapes and gourmet products with a knowledgeable local guide. Tours include transportation from Hobart and visits to artisan producers who craft renowned local specialties.

Enjoy a fully inclusive tasting of cheeses, oysters, fudge, premium wines, honey, and mead. Meet the producers behind these handcrafted delights in tranquil settings.

Lunch is served at Pennicott’s beachside restaurant overlooking Adventure Bay, featuring freshly shucked oysters and paired drinks.

Take in sweeping scenic views at The Neck, a narrow isthmus, with a chance for a peaceful walk on a quiet beach. The island’s varied habitats range from light northern bushland to the dense southern Mavista Rainforest, home to diverse wildlife including rare white wallabies.

The tour concludes with a ferry crossing back to Kettering and a short drive to Hobart, with hotel drop-offs available on request.

Includes

  • Transportation by bus
  • Bruny Island ferry crossing
  • Handmade fudge and local honey
  • Handcrafted mead
  • Entry to the Bligh Museum
  • Cheese and handcrafted ale tasting at Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Co.
  • Lunch at Pennicott’s beachside restaurant, including shucked oysters and two glasses of wine
  • Exclusive tour of HIBA’s 50 acres of private English and native gardens
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Hobart CBD hotels

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off outside select CBD hotels

Important Information

  • Please wear comfortable footwear and warm clothing

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

To ensure your place on this popular tour, book in advance. Morning departure allows optimal daylight hours for sightseeing. Bring a camera and dress in layers for changing weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to multiple gourmet producers on Bruny Island, tastings of cheeses, oysters, wines, beer, mead, ice cream, honey, handcrafted fudge, and a beachside lunch with drinks.
The tour departs from Hobart and includes transportation by ferry and coach to Bruny Island's key locations.
Yes, the tour features tastings of premium Tasmanian wines, local beers, and mead as part of its gourmet experience.
Lunch is served beachside on Bruny Island and includes fresh oysters along with two glasses of wine, beer, or cider.
Yes, the tour combines Tasmanian gourmet tastings with visits to scenic locations like The Neck and various landscapes on Bruny Island.
The tour operates daily, but it’s best to check the official website for current availability and departure times.
The tour is guided by knowledgeable local hosts experienced in Tasmania’s food and natural attractions.
Special dietary needs can often be accommodated if notified in advance; check with the tour provider before booking.
The walk involves some stairs and moderate effort, suitable for most fitness levels but may not be ideal for those with mobility issues.

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