Huon Valley Tours
The Ultimate Tasmania Travel Guide – Huon Valley Tour
One of the loveliest parts of Tasmania is the Huon Valley, a half hour south of Hobart. It’s the ideal mix of nature, local cuisine and outdoor adventure set among rolling orchards, meandering rivers, dense forests and quaint country towns. For anyone visiting southern Tasmania, a tour of the Huon Valley is a must-do, whether it’s walking high above the treetops at Tahune Airwalk or exploring ancient caves and tasting award-winning cider.
Top Things to Do in the Huon Valley
Tahune AirWalk
The Tahune Airwalk is a 50 metre high suspended walkway with great views over the forest. A popular natural attraction in Tasmania and a great spot for photographs looking out over the Huon and Picton Rivers.
Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs
See the spectacular Newdegate Cave, Australia’s largest publicly accessible dolomite cave. After your guided tour, relax in the adjacent thermal swimming pool which is naturally heated to about 28°C all year round.
Apple Orchards & Cideries Near You
The Huon Valley, Tasmania’s “Apple Isle” is famed for its orchards and cider production. For craft cider, fresh apple juice and local produce, visit local cider houses like Willie Smith’s Apple Shed.
Discover Franklin
Franklin is a riverside town with a maritime heritage and traditional wooden boat building. Walk the banks of the Huon River and visit the Wooden Boat Centre.
Discover charming towns of Huonville
The main gateway to the valley with cafes, local shops, river activities and easy access to the surrounding attractions.
Cygnet 2nd.
A lively village, known for its art galleries, boutique shops, farmers markets and local food producers.
Geeveston.
A historic timber town and gateway to Tahune Adventures, famous for its carved wooden sculptures and opportunities to spot native wildlife.
Huon Valley Day Tour Suggested Itinerary Morning Drive from Hobart
Go to Wooden Boat Centre StopFranklin
Afternoon Tahune Airwalk Walk.
Lunch at a local cafe
Discover Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs
Evening
Visit a local cidery.
Dinner at Cygnet or Dover before returning to Hobart
Best time to visit Huon Valley Spring (September to November): apple trees in bloom and gardens full of flowers.
Summer (December-February): Great for hiking, river activities and outdoor dining.
Autumn (March-May): Harvest time, glorious autumn colours, fresh local produce.
Winter (June-August) Peaceful scenery, friendly cafes and less busy.
Getting There & Away
The most flexible is to hire a car.
Bring comfortable walking shoes.
Bring a light jacket, the weather changes fast here.• Book popular attractions ahead of busy holiday periods.
Stay in the valley all day long.
Skanda Holidays - Planning your adventure in Huon Valley
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Our Australia holiday packages can incorporate the Huon Valley, and the Hobart, Bruny Island, Port Arthur and other iconic Tasmanian destinations. Our travel specialists can create a bespoke itinerary that showcases the best of southern Tasmania.
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