Norwegian Spirit Burnie Shore Excursion
Welcome to Burnie. If you’re visiting on the Norwegian Spirit, our Burnie shore excursions are designed to help you make the most of your time ashore with a relaxed, well-organised experience. eGuide is the leading Tasmanian Shore Excursion operator and offer a full range of tours for guests arriving on the Norwegian Spirit. With award-winning service and a strong reputation for cruise tours, you can explore with confidence. Browse our Burnie shore excursions below and simply click “Book”—just select your sailing date. If you make a mistake, don’t worry, we’ll fix it for you.
Easy Meeting Point
All passengers take the free shuttle bus from the port into Burnie city. Once you arrive, you’ll find us waiting — eGuide is the only operator for Norwegian Spirit Burnie shore excursions. All tours are designed to allow time to reach us and we will delay if the shuttle is running late.
On-Time Guarantee & Full Refunds
✔ 100% guaranteed on-time return to your ship.. we have lots of spare buses and all tours designed with safety time built in, RELAX and not an issue in Burnie
✔ Full refund if your ship does not dock
✔ Full refund if you are unable to board your cruise
✔ Flexible departures if your ship is delayed
TICKETS ARE ON SALE WHEN YOU ARRIVE BUT WE CANNOT ENSURE AVAILABITY FOR EACH TOUR
Burnie Attractions Bus
Make the most of your visit on the Noordam with this relaxed, guided Burnie shore excursion, showcasing the best of Tasmania’s north-west coast with a guaranteed on-time return to your ship. Enjoy panoramic views from Upper Burnie Lookout, explore the peaceful Emu Valley Rhododendron Gardens with the chance to spot a wild platypus, and visit the charming seaside town of Penguin for photos and a short wander. Take in changing coastal scenery along the way and enjoy time to explore Burnie’s waterfront and market area at your own pace. With a friendly live guide, comfortable transport, and smooth organisation, this is an easy and scenic way to experience Burnie.
MORE DETAILS…..
Departs: 1200 Returns at 1500
Cost: $80 (Australian dollars)
Includes a unique Tasmanian keepsake—a practical travel scarf inspired by the island’s convict heritage.
Wings Wildlife Sanctuary Shuttle
Discover Tasmania’s wildlife on a scenic inland drive to Wings Wildlife Park, showcasing rolling hills and countryside (approx. 1 hour). Enjoy 1 hour 45 minutes at Wings — the perfect amount of time to explore, hand-feed kangaroos, and see Tasmanian devils, koalas, and wombats. Entry is included, with optional animal encounters available. Return via a stunning coastal drive, passing through the charming seaside village of Penguin which takes a little over one hour. Please note this is a driver operated shuttle service with no guide. Wings Wildlife Burnie Shore Excursion is our most popular tour and we have lots of tickets both pre booked and on the day.
MORE DETAILS…..
Departs: The first shuttle departs at 1130 and others soon after. Just reach us as soon as possible
Duration: 4 hours (maximum)
Cost $100 Australia Dollars
Coastal Scenic Journey
Travel along Tasmania’s stunning north-west coast on the Coastal Scenic Journey, a relaxed and great-value shore excursion designed for cruise passengers. Departing Burnie, follow the coastline to Table Cape, where sweeping views across Bass Strait and dramatic coastal cliffs create a truly memorable backdrop. Continue to the charming seaside town of Wynyard, with time to explore the waterfront and visit the unique “Wonders of Wynyard” museum, home to fascinating local stories and collections. This easy, low-cost scenic tour offers a refreshing mix of coastal views, fresh sea air, and local character—all within a short and enjoyable outing from Burnie. It also fits perfectly around your day, allowing time before or after to join other experiences such as the Burnie Attractions Bus or simply wander and explore Burnie at your own pace.
Departs: 1230 Returns 1430
Cost $45 Australia Dollars
Burnie Shore Excursion: Hellyers Road Whisky & Tasting Experience (small group)
Visit Hellyers Road Distillery, Australia’s most awarded distillery at the World Whiskies Awards (2024 & 2026), and enjoy a premium tasting experience just a short drive from Burnie. Renowned for its cool-climate Tasmanian single malts, Hellyers Road has earned global recognition, including multiple gold medals and category wins, with standout whiskies such as the 21-Year-Old Peated Cask Finish and 19-Year-Old Voyager Cask. Enjoy the chance to sample these multi-award-winning whiskies and discover why Tasmania is now recognised as one of the world’s leading whisky regions. A tasting is included and you are free to buy more drinks. We have 45 minutes at the Distillery.
Departs: 1300 Returns 1425
Cost $40 Australia Dollars (includes a tasting)
Private Burnie Shore Excursion
Make the most of your visit with a private shore excursion in Burnie, designed around your interests, timing, and pace. Skip the crowds and enjoy a personalised shore excursion with a flexible itinerary and guaranteed on-time return to your ship.
Travel in comfort with a professional local driver-guide and choose from a range of experiences, including:
Cradle Mountain – iconic landscapes and short walks
Cradle Coast Tasting Trail – chocolate, wine, cider, and whisky
Stanley & The Nut – dramatic coastal scenery and history
Burnie highlights – lookouts, gardens, and seaside villages
Tours are fully customised and operated in modern vehicles suited to couples, families, and small groups (larger groups on request).
Book with confidence:
✔ Full refund if your ship does not dock
✔ Full refund if you are unable to board
✔ Flexible, cruise-aligned scheduling