Hobart
2-Day Hobart Highlights and Bruny Island Tour
A practical two-day tour covering Hobart’s key sights, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Richmond and Bruny Island without cramming too much in.
1 to 3 days
A$305.00

Day trips are ideal for backpackers who want to see more of Australia without changing accommodation every night. They make it possible to reach beaches, national parks, wine regions, coastal towns, and famous sights that sit just outside the main cities, all while returning to base at the end of the day. That makes them especially useful if you are travelling without a car or only have a short window in a destination. This page covers the kinds of day trips that suit real backpacker itineraries: experiences that are scenic, manageable, and genuinely worth the time. Some are relaxed sightseeing escapes, while others are longer adventure-focused outings with packed schedules. If you are looking for the best day trips in Australia to add to your route, this subcategory helps you compare the main options and find experiences that make sense for your budget and travel style.
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Find the best day trips in Australia for backpackers, from easy coastal escapes to iconic regional highlights and guided full-day adventures.
Hobart
A practical two-day tour covering Hobart’s key sights, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Richmond and Bruny Island without cramming too much in.
1 to 3 days
A$305.00
Hobart
A full-day Bruny Island trip with local tastings, lunch, scenic stops and selected Hobart hotel pickup included.
4 hours to 1 day
A$290.00
Hobart
A big day out from Hobart with a scenic drive, small-group transport and up to 5 hours to explore Cradle Mountain.
4 hours to 1 day
A$260.00
Hobart
A full-day trip combining Mount Field’s rainforest and waterfalls with time at MONA’s bold art museum.
4 hours to 1 day
A$145.00
Hobart
A full-day Hobart trip to Port Arthur with site entry, harbour cruise, transfers and scenic stops on the way.
4 hours to 1 day
A$180.00
Hobart
A full-day trip to Port Arthur with scenic peninsula stops, flexible time at the historic site and a harbour cruise included with entry.
4 hours to 1 day
A$50.00