Hop West Tasmania Tour – The Ultimate Flexible
Dreaming of exploring Tasmania’s dramatic wilderness, heritage towns, and hidden gems—without the hassle of renting a car? The Hop West Tasmania Tour is your perfect solution. Designed for free-spirited travellers, backpackers, and independent explorers, Hop West lets you discover Tasmania’s wild west at your own pace with a flexible, hop-on hop-off-style experience.
With daily transfers, small-group travel, and no fixed schedule, you’re free to plan your ideal itinerary while we handle the transport. It’s the smart way to experience Tasmania’s rugged side—stress-free and unforgettable.
What Is Hop West?
Hop West isn’t a public bus service. It’s a tailor-made transport solution for travellers who want the flexibility of self-guided travel without the cost or commitment of hiring a car. Here’s how it works:
Start and finish in Launceston
Choose from a wide range of incredible west coast destinations including Cradle Mountain, Strahan, Queenstown, Lake St Clair, Zeehan, Miena, and more
Stay for as many nights as you like at each destination
Book your own accommodation to suit your budget and style
We’ll coordinate and provide all transfers between your chosen stops
Our friendly driver-guides provide local insights and ensure smooth transitions from one location to the next
This is your journey, your way—whether you want to hike, relax, explore, or stay longer in places you love.
Why Choose Hop West?
No rental car required – avoid high costs, limited availability, and tricky road conditions
Customisable itinerary – you decide where to go and how long you stay
Flexible, small-group travel – no rigid schedules or large buses
Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation (when within town limits or on route)
Local driver-guides who share stories, advice, and local knowledge between stops
Ideal for solo travellers, couples, and anyone who wants a road trip without the driving
Where You Can Go
Hop West covers some of Tasmania’s most iconic and off-the-beaten-path destinations, including:
Cradle Mountain – alpine hiking, wildlife, and stunning glacial lakes
Strahan – harbour charm, Gordon River cruises, and coastal beauty
Zeehan – historic mining town with fascinating museums
Queenstown – dramatic landscapes and heritage railways
Lake St Clair – the Overland Track’s end and a peaceful lakeside retreat
Frenchmans Cap – for serious hikers looking for a multi-day alpine challenge
Deloraine, Sheffield, Miena – creative towns and highland lakes perfect for relaxing and exploring
With routes between all these locations, you can build your ideal itinerary and explore at your own rhythm.
How to Book
Booking your Hop West Tasmania adventure is easy. Simply:
Choose your destinations
Decide how many nights to stay in each
Book your own accommodation
Email us your itinerary
We’ll confirm availability, arrange the transfers, and ensure everything runs smoothly.
👉 Ready to start planning? Book your journey here:
https://www.eguide.com.au/hop-west-tasmania-tour
Final Thoughts
Hop West offers a unique, flexible way to explore Tasmania’s west without the need for your own vehicle. It’s perfect for travellers who want freedom, local insight, and a bit of adventure—all with the ease of organised transport between each stop.
Whether you’re following waterfalls, discovering mural towns, hiking alpine trails, or soaking in the tranquillity of Lake St Clair, Hop West puts you in control—while we take care of the ride.
Explore more, worry less. Hop on, hop off, and let the wild west of Tasmania surprise you.