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Tours around Tasmania Pty Ltd
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Tours around Tasmania Pty Ltd
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The Huon Valley a stunning yet underexplored region south of Hobart which showcases everything that makes Tasmania famous.
Easily accessible in a day trip from Hobart, this region has Australia's biggest dolomite cave open to the public, World Heritage Listed forests, acclaimed artisan producers and waterways with unmatched tranquility.
Book your day tour to this magnificent region today!
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tudman
Auckland Central, New Zealand68 contributions
Mar 2025 • Friends
We worked with Tours Around Tasmania to get a personal small group tour ( 7pax) for 9 days. It was an amazing experience. Yes, we can talk about all the sights we saw, and we were impressed with the itinerary, but the 3 guide/drivers we had over those days were so courteous, so knowledgeable, and so willing to go out of there way to show us something extra, or to take us to the shops to pick up extra food/drink. If you want to work with a company on a working out your own itinerary, then we would highly recommend Tours Around Tasmania as value for money. Thanks to Jodi, Ludger and Alex for a great time.
Written 14 March 2025
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On The Go
Fairfax County, VA2 contributions
Nov 2022
Wow!! What a wonderful experience George and his team at Tours Around Tasmania provided for our group of 4 adults during our recent trip to Tasmania! After several email exchanges and a Zoom call with George and Jess, they created an itinerary for us that stayed within our budget, yet made sure we hit all the highlights of Tasmania, and then some!
Ben, our driver and guide was terrific! Friendly, knowledgeable, responsible and a very safe driver. He was always on time, let us set our own pace at our destinations, and always knew a great place to stop for chocolate croissants! (Or whatever else we wanted) All of the accommodations were clean and comfortable and most offered spectacular scenery / views.
If we are fortunate enough to return to Tasmania, there is no question that Tours Around Tasmania would be the first call we'd make.
Ben, our driver and guide was terrific! Friendly, knowledgeable, responsible and a very safe driver. He was always on time, let us set our own pace at our destinations, and always knew a great place to stop for chocolate croissants! (Or whatever else we wanted) All of the accommodations were clean and comfortable and most offered spectacular scenery / views.
If we are fortunate enough to return to Tasmania, there is no question that Tours Around Tasmania would be the first call we'd make.
Written 29 December 2022
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Thank you Kimberly it was a pleasure to host you and design the Tasmanian component of your travels! We take our hosting responsibilities seriously and are so glad you enjoyed your tour.
Written 2 January 2023
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Maxine T
Sydney, Australia5 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
We 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.
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.
Written 1 December 2023
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Thank you Maxine we are so glad you enjoyed your private tour with Huw. We love that you comment on the whole process and not just the tour. Your holiday experience starts from the moment you enquire. You need to have confidence that we will deliver on the day of the tour and that relaxes you even before your holiday starts. Come back soon!
Written 9 December 2023
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Ailsa D
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Apr 2024 • Family
Jess from Tours around Tasmania helped me put together a private tour for my eight cousins and me, to celebrate the 200th anniversary of our ancestors arrival in Hobart. I had some ideas, but she made our day happen.
I am in awe of Jess' enthusiasm, the way nothing was too much trouble for her, and how she went 'above-and-beyond' my expectations, even finding the location of old family gravestones for us to visit. She made sure everything I wanted us to see and do in the tour was included in the itinerary.
Then she found Gerard and a clean and comfortable bus to transport us around Hobart, following in our ancestors' footsteps for the day. Gerard kept us to the itinerary, entertaining us along the way with wonderful stories about times past.
Thank you, Jess and Gerard, for a fabulous day.
I am in awe of Jess' enthusiasm, the way nothing was too much trouble for her, and how she went 'above-and-beyond' my expectations, even finding the location of old family gravestones for us to visit. She made sure everything I wanted us to see and do in the tour was included in the itinerary.
Then she found Gerard and a clean and comfortable bus to transport us around Hobart, following in our ancestors' footsteps for the day. Gerard kept us to the itinerary, entertaining us along the way with wonderful stories about times past.
Thank you, Jess and Gerard, for a fabulous day.
Written 22 April 2024
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Berenice
Kimbolton, New Zealand4 contributions
Feb 2023
We had an excellent pre organised private tour around the North West of Tasmania. George was easy to communicate with about the trip and welcoming on our arrival at Hobart.
The bus driver was very knowledgeable about Tasmania and shared lots of interesting facts while taking us around.
I can recommend Tours around Tasmania for anyone wanting to see this beautiful part of the world.
The bus driver was very knowledgeable about Tasmania and shared lots of interesting facts while taking us around.
I can recommend Tours around Tasmania for anyone wanting to see this beautiful part of the world.
Written 18 February 2023
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Thank you Berenice we take very seriously the responsibility of organising of your holiday and love facilitating memories that last a lifetime. We hope to see you back here soon!
Written 19 February 2023
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문채영
Busan, South Korea2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
Thanks to you, I made good memories
There were no other tours on Sunday, so I signed up without any expectations.
The guide and forest experience teacher even came and I was impressed by the detailed explanations of flora and fauna. I met very few Koreans here, but I hope you visit and fall in love with the charm of Tasmania.
There were no other tours on Sunday, so I signed up without any expectations.
The guide and forest experience teacher even came and I was impressed by the detailed explanations of flora and fauna. I met very few Koreans here, but I hope you visit and fall in love with the charm of Tasmania.
Written 7 January 2024
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thank you for your review
Written 4 February 2024
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Gillian A
13 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
3 day, 3 Capes tour, including 1 half day walk, 2 full day walks, ocean cruise to Cape Pillar and winery . Fantastic food. Well organised - travelled with a group of 12 friends.!
Written 8 March 2023
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E P
1 contribution
Mar 2023
Impossible to say what was the best thing. 4 days of an amazing holiday.
3 days of hiking with qualified scientists who provided passionate explanations of the phenomenal natural world we were exploring.
The food was exceptional and generous. Loved the cups of tea out on the cliffs at the end of the world!
Attention to detail in every aspect of the tour was really appreciated. Could not fault the experience.
3 days of hiking with qualified scientists who provided passionate explanations of the phenomenal natural world we were exploring.
The food was exceptional and generous. Loved the cups of tea out on the cliffs at the end of the world!
Attention to detail in every aspect of the tour was really appreciated. Could not fault the experience.
Written 12 March 2023
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Emma C
4 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Fantastic time exploring the Tasman Peninsula with George and Tours around Tasmania. Our whole group of 12 were well looked after and treated to expert guides and fabulous food. Highly recommended!
Written 26 March 2023
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Thank you Emma! You have experienced the best way to showcase the majesty of the Tasman Peninsula! Our team just loves sharing it with fantastic people as yourselves! Hope the 'bootgate' saga has ended well.
Written 14 May 2023
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smonp
Brighton, Australia59 contributions
Dec 2015 • Family
Port Arthur as a place to visit is amazing and I would encourage everyone to go if they get a chance. This review is not about the destination, it is about the tour operator.
We were on a cruise and docked in Hobart. We pre booked through Viator. It was rainy day and when got off the boat it took quite a bit of time to find the operator. My wife and our two young kids 11 and 13 were first on the 11 seater shuttle. We were soaked before we started with the prospect of a 1.5 hour drive there and back. Three hours in this shuttle.
The operator and his driver were trying to sell the last seat in this 11 seater until the last minute. He told the driver, this kid is 13 but buy him a kids ticket (cut off age is 12). Similar to the other review listed on TripAdvisor.
He then put in 4 rather large adults into the shuttle. The driver stalled the bus multiple times as we left port. We then stopped in Hobart to pick up 2 more rather large adults. We were already 30 minutes late. The kids started to get upset and we jumped out. Forfeiting $500 + but we weren't worried about the money just our comfort and safety.
We ended up getting 25% back as a refund which was basically the admission to Port Arthur. (For tickets that they never purchased).
We were on a cruise and docked in Hobart. We pre booked through Viator. It was rainy day and when got off the boat it took quite a bit of time to find the operator. My wife and our two young kids 11 and 13 were first on the 11 seater shuttle. We were soaked before we started with the prospect of a 1.5 hour drive there and back. Three hours in this shuttle.
The operator and his driver were trying to sell the last seat in this 11 seater until the last minute. He told the driver, this kid is 13 but buy him a kids ticket (cut off age is 12). Similar to the other review listed on TripAdvisor.
He then put in 4 rather large adults into the shuttle. The driver stalled the bus multiple times as we left port. We then stopped in Hobart to pick up 2 more rather large adults. We were already 30 minutes late. The kids started to get upset and we jumped out. Forfeiting $500 + but we weren't worried about the money just our comfort and safety.
We ended up getting 25% back as a refund which was basically the admission to Port Arthur. (For tickets that they never purchased).
Written 22 January 2016
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This customer has also submitted a review to Viator, substantially differing in his account of what happened, which also differs from what he told me when abandoning the tour.
1. The customer is correct in that it was a rainy day. The vehicle was parked opposite the Cruise Ship Terminal, across the street, exactly as described to the customer in his confirmation of booking. None of the other passengers, apart from two, who had booked on through Viator, had any problem in locating the vehicle. We cannot be held responsible if the customer chose to wander around in the rain with his family. He had my mobile number, but chose not to use it.
2. The vehicle was fully booked, except for a single seat. I do not agree that any of the other passengers were "very large". They were normal size Senior Citizens. The 12 seater vehicle we use, a Ford Transit, is spacious and even large people can be accommodated. This family occupied the two foremost double seats, so the size of the other passengers were of no consequence to them. It is normal practise among all tour operators to sell un-booked seats at the wharf, until departure time. The vehicle left the wharf on time, but two passengers had not accessed their departure point instructions, so found their way to the Travel Centre, from where we picked them up. This is where the family vacated the bus, citing the fact that the children were traumatised by the wet conditions. We did lose a bit of time in the wharf area, as there was a Festival on, some of the roads were closed and traffic was chaotic on the day.
3. When the family arrived at the bus (first to arrive), I do not believe that any of them were very wet, as I had been standing next to the bus for over an hour without getting wet. I asked the age of the 13 year old boy and was informed that he was 13. I indicated that he would be eligible for the child rate (meaning that a refund would be due to the father). The child rate at Port Arthur applies up to the age of 17, but my tour rates stipulate up to the age of 12 (which was an error). I have now corrected this. In fact I would have booked them on the family rate, which would have attracted an even bigger refund for the customer. I did not instruct my driver to do anything about buying "this kid" a ticket. In fact, I personally phone an order through to Port Arthur bookings to pre-book the tickets, after the vehicle has departed, so that the tickets are ready and waiting for them on arrival, to save queuing.
4. The customer, subsequently, through Viator, asked if he could be refunded the $90 which he believed would have been used to pay for their admission to Port Arthur, which is the family rate for a member of the public arriving at Port Arthur on their own. As the original booking was for 3 adults and one child, I refunded $111, which I, as a registered tour operator, would have paid, after my discount. He fails to mention that he actually got back more than he asked for!
5. By all accounts all of the other passengers really enjoyed the day out.
Written 23 January 2016
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