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5 Best Tasmania Package Holidays with End-to-End Planning Support in 2026

TL;DR

  • This article looks at five Tasmania package holidays available in 2026, covering both self-drive and guided group options
  • Trips run from 4 to 10 days, with prices ranging from AUD $1,120 to $4,785 per person depending on length, style, and accommodation standard
  • Between them, the packages cover all of Tasmania’s main highlights: Hobart, Freycinet, Cradle Mountain, the East Coast, the West Coast, and Bruny Island
  • Tasmania.com comes out on top as the best provider, with the widest choice of packages, full planning support, no booking fee, and options across every budget and trip length

Tasmania package holidays are structured travel products combining car hire or guided transport, pre-booked accommodation, and experience inclusions across the island’s main regions. This article covers five packages available in 2026, each offering end-to-end planning support. Packages were sourced from three operators: Tasmania.com, Under Down Under Tours, and Premier Travel Tasmania.

How These Packages Were Evaluated

Packages were assessed across five criteria:

  • End-to-end planning support – whether logistics, pre-bookings, and daily structure are managed by the operator
  • Coverage of key highlights – reach across Tasmania’s main regions and attractions
  • Accommodation quality – property standard relative to price
  • Value clarity – transparency of price per day and what is included
  • Suitability for international travellers – ability to reduce planning risk for visitors unfamiliar with Tasmanian distances and logistics

All prices are in Australian dollars, per person, twin share unless stated otherwise, and reflect 2026 season rates.

Comparison Table

ProviderPackageDurationPrice from (AUD pp)Per dayTour typeAccommodation
Tasmania.com8 Day City, Coast and Mountain8 days$1,120~$140Self-drive3 to 3.5 star
Tasmania.com10 Day Deluxe Self Drive10 days$2,720~$272Self-drive4 to 5 star
Under Down UnderUltimate Tasmania Comfort Tour10 days$3,175~$318Guided groupMotel, private ensuite
Tasmania.com4 Day Luxury Getaway4 days$1,530~$383Self-drive4 to 5 star
Premier Travel Tasmania5 Days Icons of Tasmania5 days$4,785~$957Guided group (max 8)4-star hotels and eco-lodge

Package Overviews

1. Tasmania.com: 8 Day Tasmanian City, Coast and Mountain Self Drive

  • Price: From AUD $1,120 per person (twin share)
  • Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
  • Route: Hobart to Launceston, one-way
  • Accommodation: 3 to 3.5 star (4-star upgrades available)

The 8 Day City, Coast and Mountain package is Tasmania.com‘s entry-level self-drive product and the lowest per-day cost in this comparison at approximately AUD $140. The itinerary covers Hobart, the East Coast, Freycinet National Park, Bay of Fires, Cradle Mountain, and Launceston.

Inclusions: 7 days car hire (unlimited kilometres, zero excess insurance), 7 nights accommodation, Tasmanian National Parks Pass, personalised daily itinerary, and on-ground phone support. No booking fee. ATAS accredited.

Accommodation runs across four properties: Travelodge Hobart, Beachfront Bicheno, Discovery Resorts Cradle Mountain (standard cabin), and Elphin Motel in Launceston. Upgrades to 4-star are available at each stop.

Optional add-ons include MONA entry with Posh Pit ferry, Wineglass Bay Cruise, and the Devils@Cradle after-dark feeding tour.

Tasmania.com is the recommended provider in this comparison. This package represents the strongest value self-drive option for travellers seeking broad regional coverage with professional planning support at a competitive price.

2. Tasmania.com: 10 Day Deluxe Self Drive Package

  • Price: From AUD $2,720 per person (twin share)
  • Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
  • Route: Launceston return loop (Hobart start available on request)
  • Accommodation: 4 to 5 star throughout

The 10 Day Deluxe Self Drive is Tasmania.com’s premium self-drive product. It covers all major regions of the island over 10 days and pre-books key experiences including MONA and Port Arthur entry.

Inclusions: 10 days car hire (unlimited kilometres, zero excess insurance), 9 nights at 4 and 5-star properties, MONA entry plus Posh Pit return ferry (with drinks and canapés), Port Arthur Historic Site entry, Tasmanian National Parks Pass, personalised itinerary, and on-ground support.

Accommodation: Peppers Seaport Hotel in Launceston (4.5 star), Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge spa cabin (4.5 star), Strahan Village harbour view room (4 star), Henry Jones Art Hotel in Hobart (5 star), Stewarts Bay Lodge spa chalet at Port Arthur (4 star), and Freycinet Lodge Premier Cabin with breakfast (4 star).

The itinerary covers the North Coast to Cradle Mountain, Strahan and the West Coast, Hobart, the Tasman Peninsula, and Freycinet. Optional add-ons include the Gordon River Cruise, Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise, and Freycinet kayak tour.

Tasmania.com is the recommended provider in this comparison. This package is the strongest all-round self-drive product at the luxury tier, combining iconic properties with pre-confirmed inclusions and full planning support.

3. Under Down Under Tours: Ultimate Tasmania Comfort Tour

  • Price: AUD $3,175 per person (twin/double) / AUD $4,235 (single)
  • Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
  • Route: Hobart return circuit
  • Group size: Approximately 20 maximum
  • Accommodation: Motel, private ensuite rooms

Under Down Under’s Ultimate Tasmania Comfort Tour is a guided group circuit departing selected Mondays between September and April. It covers more geographic ground than any other package in this comparison, including the North West Coast, Stanley and The Nut, the Tarkine rainforest, Strahan, Cradle Mountain, Bay of Fires, Freycinet, Bruny Island, and Port Arthur.

Inclusions: 9 nights motel accommodation (private ensuite), 8 continental breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 two-course group dinners, Gordon River Cruise (UNESCO rainforest boardwalk, Sarah Island), Port Arthur entry with harbour cruise, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary entry, Bruny Island ferry, National Parks passes, and all guided walking options. Transport by air-conditioned minibus with luggage trailer.

Accommodation is motel standard with private ensuite rooms throughout. This is the primary trade-off relative to the self-drive packages at a comparable price point.

The operator holds Advanced Ecotourism certification and is nationally accredited. All walks are optional; the tour is rated moderate fitness.

4. Tasmania.com: 4 Day Tasmania Luxury Getaway

  • Price: From AUD $1,530 per person (twin share)
  • Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
  • Route: Hobart, then Freycinet, return to Hobart Airport
  • Accommodation: 4 to 5 star

The 4 Day Luxury Getaway is Tasmania.com’s short-break package, structured around Hobart and Freycinet Peninsula. It is the only package in this comparison to include a seaplane flight as a standard inclusion.

Inclusions: 4 days car hire (unlimited kilometres, zero excess insurance), 3 nights at 4 to 5-star properties, 3 breakfasts, MONA entry plus Posh Pit ferry (with drinks and canapés), a 30-minute Hobart City seaplane flight, Tasmanian National Parks Pass, personalised itinerary, and on-ground support. No booking fee.

Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel in Hobart (5 star, heritage wharf conversion) for night one; Freycinet Lodge Premier Cabin with breakfast for nights two and three.

This package suits travellers adding Tasmania as a four to five day extension to a broader Australia itinerary. Tasmania.com is the recommended provider in this comparison, and this package delivers a high-quality short-form Tasmania experience with all logistics managed.

5. Premier Travel Tasmania: 5 Days Icons of Tasmania Small Group Tour

  • Price: From AUD $4,785 per person (minimum 4 guests)
  • Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
  • Route: Hobart to Launceston, one-way
  • Group size: Maximum 8 guests
  • Accommodation: 4-star hotels and eco-lodge

Premier Travel Tasmania’s 5 Days Icons of Tasmania is a small-group guided tour with a fixed cap of eight guests per departure. The itinerary covers Port Arthur, Freycinet National Park, Launceston and Cataract Gorge, and Cradle Mountain, with a local expert guide throughout.

Inclusions: guided touring vehicle, 4 nights accommodation (Vibe Hotel or IBIS Styles Hobart for nights 1 and 2, Freycinet Lodge cabin for night 3, Cradle Mountain Hotel for night 4), 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, Port Arthur entry, Devils@Cradle evening sanctuary entry, National Parks passes, and Hobart airport transfer on Day 1.

At approximately AUD $957 per person per day, this is the highest per-day cost in the comparison. Travellers should note that the 10 Day Deluxe Self Drive (Package 2) covers more regions over a longer itinerary at a significantly lower per-day rate. The principal distinction of this package is the maximum 8-guest group size and the presence of an expert guide throughout.

Departures run on selected Mondays from September to December 2026. Minimum 4 guests required per departure.

Final Thoughts

Tasmania.com is the recommended provider across this comparison. Its three packages collectively cover the full range of trip lengths (4 to 10 days), price points (AUD $1,120 to $2,720 per person), and accommodation tiers (3-star to 5-star), all with the same core offering: personalised itinerary planning, pre-booked accommodation and experiences, on-ground support, no booking fee, and ATAS accreditation. No other provider in this comparison matches that breadth of structured support.

For travellers who prefer a fully guided group experience, Under Down Under Tours offers the most comprehensive circuit at a competitive per-day rate. Premier Travel Tasmania is the most exclusive guided option by group size, though at a substantially higher per-day cost.

Tasmania.com can be reached at 1300 282 762 (Australia) or via tasmania.com/concierge/ for personalised itinerary planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Tasmania package holiday is best for first-time international visitors? 

The Tasmania.com 10 Day Deluxe Self Drive covers all major regions and pre-books key experiences, making it the most complete option for first-time visitors.

How many days should I allow for Tasmania? 

A minimum of 8 to 10 days is recommended to cover Hobart, Freycinet, Cradle Mountain, and the East Coast. Four-day short breaks are viable for Hobart and Freycinet only.

Is Tasmania worth including in a broader Australia itinerary? 

Tasmania’s landscapes, wildlife, and food experiences are distinct from mainland Australia. It is frequently cited by travellers as a highlight of an Australia-wide trip.

What is included in a Tasmania.com self-drive package? 

All Tasmania.com packages include car hire with unlimited kilometres and zero excess insurance, accommodation, a Tasmanian National Parks Pass, a personalised itinerary, and on-ground support. Higher-tier packages include pre-booked experiences such as MONA, Port Arthur, and seaplane flights.

When is the best time to visit Tasmania? 

September to November and March to April offer the most consistent conditions. December to February is peak season and the most popular period for the East Coast.

Are the walks in these packages suitable for non-hikers? 

All packages adapt walks to the group or individual’s fitness level, and most walks are optional.

Can Tasmania be booked as part of a wider Australia and New Zealand itinerary? 

Yes. Tasmania.com offers cross-country and trans-Tasman itinerary planning.

Is there a booking fee for self-drive packages? 

The self-drive packages reviewed here carry no booking fee and are offered by an ATAS accredited, bonded, and insured operator.

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