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- Mt Wellington Full Day Tour with MONA and Ferry Return Departs from Hobart
Mt Wellington Full Day Tour with MONA and Ferry Return Departs from Hobart
- Hobart
- English
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Free Cancellation prior to 7 days of travel date
- Instant Confirm
Standard Inclusions
- 1. Pickup from selected hotels included before departure time. Must be pre-booked.
- 2. Coach touring
- 3. Entry to Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
- 4. Ferry ticket back to Hobart
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Mt Wellington Half Day Morning Tour Departs from Hobart
Mt Wellington enables the visitor to glimpse the unfolding panorama of river, fields and the aquatic setting of Hobart town. |
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1 Key Facts
Included
- 1. Pickup from selected hotels included before departure time. Must be pre-booked.
- 2. Coach touring
- 3. Entry to Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
- 4. Ferry ticket back to Hobart
Not included
- 1. Drop-off services back to hotel. Tour ended at Brooke Street Pier, and please make your own way back to hotel.
- 2. Food & beverages not listed as Inclusions
- 3. Souvenirs
- 4. Travel Insurance
| Destination | Hobart |
|---|---|
| Depature point | ● Departs: Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays Tour does not run on Christmas Day (25 December) ● Departure Point: Brooke Street Pier (Address: 12 Franklin Whrf, Hobart TAS 7000) ● Departure Time: 09:15 Departure time is reference only and subject to availability. Precise departure time will be advised in your booking confirmation email. Complimentary pickup from selected pickup locations included before departure time. Must be pre-booked. No drop-offs after tour finishes. ● Arrives at approximately 16:30 |
| How to get there | Complimentary pickup from selected hotels included before departure time. Please indicate your choice at the point of booking - the most convenient pick-up location and time will be advised in your booking confirmation. No hotel drop-offs after the tour. Please make your own way back to hotel. |
| Check-in requirements | Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the pick-up time at your booked pick up location. There might be 5-10 minutes delay depends on the traffic on the day. If you think the coach is late or you are not being picked up, please call The Service Provider and quote your confirmation number to double check. |
| What to bring/wear | ● Motion-sickness medicine (if required) ● Protective clothing, hat, sunscreen lotion, and sunglasses ● Comfortable shoes ● Light jacket/sweater for windy or cool days ● Water bottle, Snacks ● Umbrella / raincoat if rains ● Insect repellent ● Camera (waterproof) ● Money/credit card for optional purchases |
| Other info | 【Important Post-Covid Service Information】 Please refer to https://www.grayline.com.au/ for the latest updates during the post-Covid period. ************************************************************************************************************ ● Tour －Itinerary on Mt Wellington tour may vary due to weather conditions. ● Child Policy －It is Tasmanian law that infants occupy a seat. －Infants travelling on a Public Day Tour aged between 0-3 will be given an allocated seat and be seated in a Child Restraint Seat subject to availability. －Child Restraint Seats will be available for hire or the customer may supply their own. －Children aged 4-7 travelling on a Public Day Tour must be seated in an allocated seat and wear a seat belt. －Booster Seats are available as an option for hire or the customer may supply their own. －Children aged 4-7 must not travel in the first two rows of the coach on a Public Day Tour. ● General －Itineraries, prices and days of operation are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. A fuel levy may apply when world oil prices exceed the allowance in the fare. －State and territory laws require all passengers to wear seat belts in seat belt equipped vehicles. The service provider is not responsible for monitoring this requirement. －Parents, guardians or the client are required to ensure all children wear seat belts in seat belt equipped vehicles. －The service provider is not responsible for the provision, installation and securing of children and child booster seats, capsules and child restraints. Parents, guardians or the client are responsible to provide, install and secure all child restraint and booster seats. －The service provider is not responsible for the behaviour and safety of children when not accompanied by a parent or guardian. －Customers are responsible for their own physical safety at all venues and locations. －Parents or Guardians are responsible for the safety of children at all venues and locations. The service provider reserves the right to deny travel where a risk to customers, public or staff is perceived. －Passengers must be able to ensure their own safety and enjoyment on the tour (including any stops and venues visited) and passengers with special needs must be accompanied by a carer or assistant where necessary. －Passengers travelling in a wheel chair must travel in the wheel chair unless a spare coach seat is available. －Wheel chairs will only be unloaded at stops which are longer than 15 minutes. －The service provider is not responsible for the anchoring of the wheel chair. －No illicit drugs or alcohol are to be consumed on any service provider's vehicle. －Smoking is not permitted on any service provider's vehicle. －The service provider reserves the right to eject any passengers behaving in an inappropriate, offensive, intoxicated or destructive manner from the vehicle or to stop the vehicle until the relevant behaviour ceases or the situation is otherwise resolved. This may include requesting that police or other relevant authorities attend. －Passengers and the person booking are responsible for any damage they directly or indirectly cause to the vehicle. Examples of damage include vandalism, food or beverage spillage and breakage of interior or exterior fittings. －To the extent permitted by law, service provider reserves is not responsible for any damage or soiling of luggage. －The service provider is not a bailee in respect of any lost property left on service provider's vehicle and does not guarantee the security of any lost property. －The service provider recommends that all customers obtain an appropriate Travel Insurance policy. －Pending tide conditions on the river, the cruise may need to go in the opposite direction. －The service provider reserves the right to modify or cancel tours and bookings leading up to and on the day of travel due to road, weather or other operational needs warranted at the time and will always be in the best interest and safety of all clients. |
2 Overview
Locally known as 'The Mountain', the scenic drive to the summit of Mt Wellington unfolds into a magnificent splendour of panoramic vistas over the city. Then travel to MONA with its compelling display of art and architecture before returning to Hobart by ferry. Reach the summit of Mt Wellington, where waiting before you is the magnificent views of the Derwent River lying next to the historically significant city of Hobart. The panoramic views of the city will have you not wanting to leave. With 'The Mountain' right at the doorstep of Hobart, your tour of Mt Wellington finishes in the morning allowing the rest of the day to explore MONA's art, architecture and perhaps take in some wine or beer tasting at their in-house brewery and winery.
Mt Wellington Full Day Tour with MONA and Ferry Return
Mount Wellington
There is no other city in Australia that has a view like Mt Wellington, a stunningly wonderful wilderness experience just a brief 20 minute drive from Hobart. Locally known as 'the mountain', it is frequently snow covered (sometimes even in summer) and connects the city to the bush and mountains to the channels. It changes from mild rainforest to sub-alpine vegetation and glacial rock formations on the summit.
Highlights
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington
- Pass by Anglesea Barracks - Australia's oldest Army facility
- On a clear day the views from Mt Wellington are stunning
- In the winter perhaps you will be playing in the snow - whatever the weather - take the opportunity to visit iconic Mt Wellington, the traditional indigenous name in Palawa Kani language is kunanyi
- On this tour you pass through various eco systems and experience the harsh alpine environment of the mountain.
- View the massive rock formation of the Organ Pipes
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington summit - a harsh rocky alpine environment affording unsurpassed views on a clear day
- Enjoy a short guided walk at the summit to the observatory
- The summit of Mt Wellington offers a panoramic spectacle of Hobart town, its surrounding suburbs, vast waterways of the Derwent River
- After the descent from the mountain, visit Cascade Brewery for an opportunity to take photos and walk through the gardens
- Have a brief visit to the Cascades Female Factory - a one time female prison - for an insight into the lives of the women convicts once imprisoned there.
- MONA (Museum of Old and New Art)
- A visual display of complex structures greet you on approach to the museum's entrance
- Admire the fascinating architecture
- MONA, owned by entrepreneur David Walsh, is Australia's largest private collection of art and artefacts
- Wander through ancient, modern and contemporary art
- Complimentary use of 'The O' - a handheld touch screen device assists with learning about the exhibits or listening to interviews with artists
- Record your visit on 'The O' and email it
- Perhaps enjoy a delicious meal at The Source Restaurant, Museum Cafe or wine bar (own expense)
- Return to Brooke Street Pier in Hobart on the 4pm ferry from MONA
MONA - owned by entrepreneur David Walsh, is Australia's largest private collection of art and artefacts.
A visual display of complex structures greet you on approach to the museum's entrance.
Relaxing in the grounds at MONA.
Have a brief visit to the Cascades Female Factory - a one time female prison, for an insight into the lives of the women convicts once imprisoned there.
Witness magnificent views on the kunanyi/Mt Wellington tour - glimpse the unfolding panorama of the river, fields and the setting of Hobart town followed by an orientation tour highlighting the city's history, culture and lifestyle.
On a clear day the views from Mt Wellington are stunning.
3 Policy
Cancellation Policy
● If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
● If you cancel between 0 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
● If no show, no refund.