With direct flights between Newcastle and Hobart restarting on 27 October 2026, Tasmania is the perfect long weekend destination. Leave Newcastle in the afternoon, arrive in Hobart for dinner, then spend the next few days exploring without spending hours on the road. Flights operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays with Jetstar during the seasonal service.
Whether you're craving great food, outdoor adventure, wellness or a city escape, these easy itineraries are designed to help you see more and drive less.
Tip: if renting a car book early as it can book out especially in peak season!
Stay local in Hobart
Best for foodies, culture lovers and first-time visitors
Stay: Hobart
Maximum drive time: 30 minutes
Day 1: Arrive in Hobart
- Check into your accommodation – choose from waterfront boutique hotels to backstreet terraces filled with history
- Take a stroll along the waterfront
- Enjoy dinner at Salamanca Place or Constitution Dock (don’t miss the Van Diemans ice creamery on the water for dessert)
Day 2: MONA & Mountain Views
- Catch the ferry to MONA or (Museum of Old and New Art) and step into a world of wonder and intrigue. Owner David Walsh has just unveiled a new exhibition that features his own personal collection of books.
- Spend the afternoon exploring Hobart's cafés and boutiques
- Head up kunanyi / Mount Wellington for sunset views
Day 3: Richmond & Wine Country
- Explore historic Richmond with the oldest stone bridge built in 1825
- Visit local cellar doors in the Coal River Valley
- Stop by Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to meet Tasmanian Devils and learn about the sanctuary's conservation work
- Return to Hobart for dinner
Day 4: One Last Wander
- Breakfast in Battery Point
- Pick up some local treats at Salamanca
- Head to Hobart Airport for your evening flight home
Don't miss:
- MONA (Museum of Old and New Art)
- Salamanca Place (try the famous Tassie scallop pies) and the Salamanca markets if you’re visiting on a Saturday!
- Battery Point
- Richmond
- Coal River Valley (stock up on Leatherwood Honeycomb)
- kunanyi / Mount Wellington
Why you'll love it: Hobart packs world-class food, culture and scenery into one incredibly easy getaway.
Coastal Foodies
Best for seafood lovers and wine enthusiasts
Stay: Swansea
Maximum drive time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Day 1: Hobart to Swansea
- Drive the Great Eastern Drive to Swansea
- Check into your accommodation overlooking Great Oyster Bay (Air BnB have a great selection of unique accommodation options)
- Enjoy fresh local seafood for dinner
Day 2: Freycinet National Park
- Walk to the iconic Wineglass Bay Lookout or if you prefer to see from the water you can jump onboard Wineglass Bay Cruises
- Explore Honeymoon Bay and nearby beaches
- Finish the day with local wine and ocean views
Day 3: East Coast Flavours
- Take a tour of an oyster farm and enjoy some seriously fresh seafood
- Enjoy a long lunch overlooking the coastline or dop into Devils Corner Cellar Door
- Spend the afternoon exploring Swansea
Day 4: Richmond Stopover
- Drive back towards Hobart
- Stop in Richmond for brunch and a wander (this is where you will discover the history of Richmond Gaol)
- Return your hire car and fly home
Don't miss:
- Wineglass Bay
- Freycinet National Park
- East Coast oysters
- Cool-climate wineries – Devils Corner Vineyard is a must!!
- Great Oyster Bay
Why you'll love it: Spectacular coastal scenery, incredible seafood and some of Tasmania's best wine.
Adventure Seekers
Best for hikers, explorers and outdoor enthusiasts
Stay: Eaglehawk Neck or Port Arthur
Maximum drive time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Day 1: Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula
- Drive to Eaglehawk Neck
- Visit Tasman Arch and Devil's Kitchen
- Watch the sunset over the rugged coastline
Day 2: Hiking Day
- Take on the Cape Hauy Track or Cape Raoul Walk
- Enjoy dramatic cliff-top views
- Spot wildlife and seabirds along the coastline
Day 3: Port Arthur & Coastal Lookouts
- Explore Port Arthur Historic Site
- Visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo on the Tasman Peninsula
- Visit Remarkable Cave
- Take in more of the peninsula's scenic lookouts
Day 4: Easy Morning, Easy Flight
- Enjoy breakfast overlooking the water
- Make the short drive back to Hobart
- Fly home refreshed and accomplished
Don't miss:
- Cape Hauy
- Cape Raoul
- Port Arthur
- Tasman Arch
- Remarkable Cave
- Devil's Kitchen
Why you'll love it: Some of Tasmania's most spectacular landscapes are just over an hour from Hobart.
Wellness Reset
Best for slowing down and switching off
Maximum drive time: 45 minutes
Day 1: Arrive & Disconnect
- Check into your accommodation, our picks are this calming houseboat or a tranquil mountain escape
- Take in the views
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Enjoy a long dinner by the water
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Unplug and unwind
Day 2: The Ultimate Sauna Day
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Experience Kuuma Nature Sauna in Baretta
- Alternate between sauna sessions and cold plunges
- Enjoy a long waterfront lunch
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Book a massage or spa treatment
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Watch the sunset from your accommodation
Day 3: Nature and Nourishment
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Explore nearby Woodbridge and Cygnet
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Discover local farm gates and wineries
- Enjoy a long lunch featuring local produce
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Spend the afternoon reading, walking or simply relaxing
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End the day under Tasmania's night sky
Day 4: Wildlife & Departure
- Meet Tasmanian Devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
- Enjoy brunch in Hobart
- Pick up local treats to take home
- Fly home feeling refreshed
Don't miss:
- Sauna Boat Tasmania
- Luxury spa treatments
- Woodbridge
- Cygnet
- Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
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D'Entrecasteaux Channel
Why you'll love it: Between floating sauna sessions, cold-water plunges, luxury accommodation and some of Tasmania's most peaceful scenery, this is the kind of trip that leaves you feeling genuinely rested.
Fly Direct. Drive Less. Experience More.
Tasmania is full of incredible experiences, but you don't need to spend your holiday driving between them. With direct flights from Newcastle to Hobart and plenty to discover within easy reach of the city, it's never been easier to turn a few days away into something memorable. Flights operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays with Jetstar during the seasonal service.