Burnie Attractions Bus Shore Excursion
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Burnie Attractions Bus Shore Excursion
By Tours around Tasmania Pty Ltd
About
The Burnie Attractions Bus is the best way to see Burnie!
Designed to provide full flexibility you are free to hop on and hop off at each stop and catch a later bus to continue the tour. If you do not get off the bus the circuit takes 1.5 hours.
The bus departs Burnie every 30 minutes during your cruise ship visit. Our buses are operated by the same company as the port shuttle from your ship to the Burnie CBD which means we guarantee you will make your ship's departure time.
We’ll take the short drive to Upper Burnie Lookout for magical views of the seaside town and the enormous Bass Strait. Then drive inland to soak in the serenity at Guide Falls.
Our next stop is the Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden, it is the largest collection in the Southern Hemisphere. Also, a good place to view platypus in the wild.
Our last stop is the famous Hellyer’s Road Distillery - please book this as an extra if you wish to hop off here.
Ages 0-100, max of 200 per group
Duration: 2–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Modern air conditioned transport
- Local knowledgeable driver/guide
- Entry fees to the Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden (worth $15)
What's not included- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Hellyer Road Distillery Admission and Whisky Walk Tour ($25 per person)
- Entry/Admission - Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden
- Entry/Admission - Hellyers Road Distillery
- Departure details
- Marine Plaza, Burnie TAS 7320, Australia The cruise shuttle bus will drop you off outside the Marine Plaza. Our staff will have Tours around Tasmania black hats on or a black t-shirt with our logo.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 344009P10- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 344009P10
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Itinerary
- You'll start atMarine PlazaBurnie TAS 7320, AustraliaThe cruise shuttle bus will drop you off outside the Marine Plaza. Our staff will have Tours around Tasmania black hats on or a black t-shirt with our logo.See address & details
- 1Upper Burnie LookoutStop: 15 minutesSee details
- 2Guide Falls ReserveStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 3Emu Valley Rhododendron GardenStop: 30 minutes - Admission excludedSee details
- 4Hellyers Road DistilleryStop: 30 minutes - Admission excludedSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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- MaxineT66500Great day with Tours around TasmaniaWe had a fantastic day with Huw. Port Arthur was great, Huw was very well organised with tkts etc We then went to Doolicious for lunch and Tasmania arch. The whole day didn’t feel rushed and Huw was knowledgeable and just so lovely and friendly he felt like part of our family. Highly recommend tours around Tasmania from my first phone call to booking and paying to Huw meeting us with a smile when we got off the ship you guys made our visit to Hobart very pleasurable.
- L7510TErichardj00Good day from HobartThis was a full day but we’ll lead by Malcolm. Lots of driving but the Caves and the Tree Walk were worth it. Loved the bush and the cave straws.
- Ianrchiro00Put this trip on your to do list for a day trip from HobartExcellent day trip. Our guide , Huw was fabulous. Very knowledgeable and friendly. The Hastings Caves are a must do activity and Tahune Skywalk breathtakingly stunning, walking amongst the tree tops overlooking the Huon River and surrounding native forest.
- annabellew30700Absolutely incredible day out. The caves were amazingAbsolutely incredible day out. The caves were amazing - I've never seen caves like it. Throughout the day we went to numerous areas and saw beautiful views and we managed to see so much in one day. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and welcoming - easy to speak to and ask questions.
- Michelle M00ExcellentHuw the tour operator was excellent. Commentary was so good, he told you everything you needed to know & also about the history of the areas. Well done Huw. 👍
- Lizziecav7500Worth the driveAn amazing and interesting place to visit, well worth the 2 hour drive from Hobart. The tour guide was very informative.
- 141toniab00Great experience exploring some incredible natural beautyThe caves were amazing. Great pub lunch followed by the Airwalk amongst some truly impressive giants of the forest. Our guide Gary was awesome, a friendly, good natured local who was a fountain of knowledge. We wouldn’t have got any of his experience if we had self driven. We had a great day.
- Kirk780100Great local tour company that takes you all over the state with wonderful employeesTours Around Tasmania provided all we needed and then some. We booked a private tour to Mount Field National Park and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and it was wonderful. Jess helped arrange the tour and also offered great information and suggestions for dining and other activities in Tasmania. Jo was our guide and driver and she couldn’t have been better. Both ladies are extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Tasmania and everything it has to offer. No complaints at all. Next time we’re in Tasmania we’ll definitely be using Tours Around Tasmania!
- rebeccavM3767AB00BeautifulThe caves were just amazing so much to look at, we had a beautiful lunch down at Port Huon the food was lovely, then to finish the day off we did the amazing Airwalk over the trees. Great day
- K2936CTmargarete00Tassie experienceAmazing experience, we have seen a beautiful part of Tasmania with very friendly and professional tour guide Gary 😊
- Kerrin92700Exciting day out with a professional teamWe had a great day out at Hastings Cave and Tahune Airwalk with Huw filling us in with local knowledge along the way. Jess was an absolute star in ensuring we were prepared with all the necessary details for the experiences. An outstanding service.
- Sgdining00Private tour with friends.Had a lovely trip with OHR guide Gary- who was knowledgable and always went the extra mile to show us the wonderful landscape of Tasmania.
- alisontanyl201800Brilliant & excitingWe had 6 glorious days with Gary as our driver & guide. He is a brilliant guide that went out of his way to give us a very special experience of Tasmania. We saw devils gullet & aurora at remote locations.He was energetic & loads of fun!!Highly recommend Gary
- 613joaquine00Good memoriesAfter almost 7 months, I’m here to share my opinion about the tour. I was very satisfied with the service , punctuality, safety and also the good information. 5/5
- nik_lyons00Fantastic Day OutMalcolm was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Had a great day exploring the Huon with him.
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Jenny J
Sydney, Australia20 contributions
Mar. 2023 • Friends
We found this your excellent, giving us a good all round experience in Burnie. We got off the bus at the Rhododendron Gardens where we had lunch and saw colourful autumn leaves. We got the next bus sn hour later and slighted at the penguin stop. We then strolled back along the boardwalk see the penguin burrows
Written 10 April 2023
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George v
Thank you Jenny. We have worked hard following the COVID shutdowns to reestablish this tour, which showcases the heart of Burnie. It is our largest tour by number of guests hosted and we take great pride in continually improving it to showcase the beautiful coastal town for cruise ship passengers.
Written 14 May 2023
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Dawn W
Cessnock, Australia266 contributions
This the perfect day tour to see further afield than Burnie in a limited schedule.
Being able to catch the next bus if needed
Being able to catch the next bus if needed
Written 18 November 2023
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Fiona P
Adelaide, Australia8 contributions
Feb. 2023 • Friends
Excellent experience. Great staff that provide information along the way. Nice clean buses. Highly recommend. Very easy to book via Tripadvisor in advance to arriving
Written 22 February 2023
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George v
Thank you for your review! We take great care in the quality of our vehicles, guides and itineraries to ensure you have the best memories of our beautiful island to take home!
Written 23 February 2023
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Miriam G
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Jan. 2023
It was a well organized tour and George was so great in his communication and was very helpful because I had about 18 of us travelling together. Loved ebery part of it.
Written 13 February 2023
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George v
We are so glad you enjoyed our shore excursion! We take great care in designing and operating our tours and love it when our guests enjoy their visit to our beautiful state!
Written 15 February 2023
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Joseph O
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Feb. 2023 • Friends
Very friendly guides who love where they live. The waterfalls were beautiful and the distillery was very tasty, on beautiful grounds with amazing hillside views.
Written 7 February 2023
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George v
Thank you for your review! We think having knowledgeable and passionate locals as guides is the best way to immerse yourself into our beautiful island home!
Written 7 February 2023
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Tour availability is 10:00am but my ship doesn't dock until 9:30am so I don't think I can make this bus. If I book this tour, can I catch a later bus? How many buses are there and how often do they run? When is the last bus?
alwweb
Dublin, OH459 contributions
On cruise ship days, if we stop to see something, how long do you typically have to wait to get another bus with enough space?
Also, is there time to take pictures at the Upper Lookout without waiting for the next bus?
Barry J
Bribie Island, Australia20 contributions
The Burnie Attractions Bus has a 30 minute gap between buses - plenty of time at each stop except perhaps at the Rhododendrum Gardens where you may need an hour. Plenty of time to take photos at the Upper Lookout without having to wait for another bus.
