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Travelling Tasmania on your own is easier than most people expect, especially when someone else handles the driving, the bookings and the dinner reservations. On our small group tours, guests who book a Single always get a private room, groups are capped at 12 guests, and at least one solo traveller joins us most weeks.
This guide is for singles and solo travellers weighing up a Tasmania tour. You'll find the three itineraries we recommend most often for solo guests, how they compare, and practical answers on safety, timing and getting around, written by the hosts who run these trips every week.
Tasmania tours for singles: quick comparison
All three tours start in Hobart, include park passes and most meals, and run with a maximum of 12 guests. The main differences are length, pace and how far into the wilderness you go.
| Tour | Length | Start / finish | Best for | From (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Day Tour in Circle | 8 days, 7 nights | Hobart / Hobart | First-timers who want the full loop in a week | $3,650 |
| 13 Day Premium Tour | 13 days, 12 nights | Hobart / Hobart | A slower pace, more of the west and south | $6,995 |
| 6 Day East Coast Scenic Tour | 6 days, 5 nights | Hobart / Launceston | Shorter breaks with the east coast and Cradle Mountain | $2,995 |
Why a small group tour suits solo travellers in Tasmania
Tasmania rewards exploring, but a lot of the best spots sit at the end of long, winding roads with patchy phone coverage. Doing it alone means hours behind the wheel and eating dinner by yourself. A small group trip takes that off your plate without turning your holiday into a bus crowd.
Your own room, guaranteed
When you book the Single option, you always get a private room. Only couples or friends who choose the Twin option share. You get company during the day and your own space at night.
Small enough to get to know everyone
Our tours run with a maximum of 12 guests, usually in a 17-seat Iveco minibus, so there are always spare seats and room to spread out. You can see the fleet on our vehicles page. By day two, most solo guests are sitting with new friends at lunch. If you'd like more on the format itself, read our guide to small group tours of Tasmania.
Join in as much (or as little) as you like
- Optional walks: every planned walk and activity is optional, and your host can suggest a shorter or longer option.
- Dietary needs: we cater for any requirement. Let us know in advance where possible.
- No driving: no hire car, no navigating gravel roads and no dodging wildlife at dusk.
- A local host: one person who knows the stories, the shortcuts and where the wombats hang out.
Our top 3 Tasmania tours for solo travellers
Any of our itineraries works for a solo guest, but these three are the ones singles book most.
1. 8 Day Tour in Circle: the best all-rounder
A full loop of the island in one week, starting and finishing at the Mövenpick Hotel in Hobart. It's our most popular choice for first-time visitors travelling alone.
- Highlights: kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Port Arthur, larapuna / Bay of Fires, Cradle Mountain, Strahan and Lake St Clair
- Included: 7 nights' accommodation, 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner, park passes and entry fees
- Departures: guaranteed with just 2 guests
2. 13 Day Premium Tour: the slow, complete version
Everything in the 8 day loop, with extra days in the Tamar Valley, Strahan, the Derwent Valley and the Huon Valley. It opens with a welcome dinner and drinks on day one, a relaxed way to meet the group before the touring starts.
- Extras: Gordon River cruise, West Coast Wilderness Railway, Mt Field (Russell Falls), Tahune Airwalk and Salamanca Market
- Included: 12 nights in 3.5 to 4.5 star stays, 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 2 dinners, park passes and entry fees
- Good to know: explore the western wilderness without rushing it
3. 6 Day East Coast Scenic Tour: the shorter option
Ideal if you have less than a week. You'll travel from Hobart to Launceston via Port Arthur, Bicheno and the Bay of Fires, then finish with a night at Cradle Mountain.
- Highlights: Tasman Peninsula, optional fairy penguin viewing in Bicheno, Binalong Bay oysters, Cataract Gorge and Dove Lake
- Included: 5 nights' accommodation, 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, park passes and entry fees
- Finishes: in Launceston around 5:30pm (your final night there isn't included)
Planning a solo trip to Tasmania
How many days do you need?
Allow at least 6 days for the east coast and Cradle Mountain, and 8 days or more for a full loop that includes the wild west coast. Distances look small on a map, but roads are slow and the stops are worth lingering at.
When to go
- Summer (Dec to Feb): long days and the warmest weather, but the busiest time to book
- Autumn (Mar to May): settled weather and golden colours, a favourite with our solo guests
- Winter (Jun to Aug): cold, quieter and occasionally snowy at Cradle Mountain
- Spring (Sep to Nov): wildflowers, waterfalls in full flow and tulip season
Getting to your first hotel
Airport transfers aren't included on our group tours. From Hobart Airport, the Skybus, a taxi or a rideshare will get you into the city. Our FAQ page lists current options and what to pack.
- 12Max guests per tour
- SinglePrivate room guaranteed
- WeeklySolo guests on most departures
- IncludedPark passes and entry fees
Is Tasmania safe for solo travellers?
Yes. Tasmania is a relaxed, friendly place to travel alone, including for solo women. The bigger challenges are practical rather than personal safety:
- Phone coverage: Telstra is the most reliable network. Others often drop out outside major towns.
- Weather: conditions change fast, even in summer. Pack a warm layer and a rain jacket.
- Driving: narrow roads and wildlife around dusk catch many visitors out, which is a big reason singles choose a guided tour.
Tip: on a group tour your host knows where everyone is each day, so if plans change or the weather turns, you're never left sorting it out alone.
Common questions
Are there Tasmania tours for singles?
Yes. All our small group tours welcome singles, and at least one solo traveller joins most weeks. Book the Single option and you're guaranteed your own room.
Will I have to share a room as a solo traveller?
No. Guests who book the Single option always get a private room. Rooms are only shared by couples or companions who choose the Twin option.
Is Tasmania good for solo travel?
Very. It's safe, friendly and compact, with world-class nature close together. The main hurdle is long, slow driving between regions, which a guided tour removes.
Is Tasmania safe for solo female travellers?
Tasmania is generally a safe and welcoming destination for women travelling alone. Travelling in a small hosted group adds company, local knowledge and a set plan each day.
How many days do I need for a solo trip to Tasmania?
Six days covers the east coast and Cradle Mountain. Eight days lets you complete the full loop, and 13 days adds the Huon Valley, Tamar Valley and a Gordon River cruise.
What is the best Tasmania itinerary for solo travellers?
For most first-time visitors, our 8 Day Tour in Circle is the best fit. It starts and ends in Hobart and covers Port Arthur, the Bay of Fires, Cradle Mountain and the west coast.
Are solo travellers over 60 welcome?
Absolutely. Many of our solo guests are over 50, and every walk is optional. See our guide to Tasmania tours for over 50s.