Best of Tasmania: Nature, Food & Wine

Itinerary

• Day 1: Hobart, Arrival

  G'day! Start your Tasmania exploration as your plane touches down at Hobart Airport. Meet your private driver at the exit hall and proceed to your hotel for check-in.

  The rest of the day is for you to explore Hobart on your own. The city has a fascinating past and you can catch a glimpse of life in the old days wandering the streets in Battery Point and have a taste of local life by visiting the Salamanca Market if it happens to be a Saturday. The area around Constitution Dock also provides a great setting for a relaxing stroll.

  • Hobart

• Day 2: Port Arthur & Tasman Peninsula Tour

  Discover Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula with a private driver-guide today! Arrive at the Tessellated Pavement to learn about the formation behind these tile-like rocks and drive through the Eaglehawk Neck to reach the Tasman Arch and the nearby Devil's Kitchen, where you'll be awed by the spectacular stone formations forged by the force of nature.

  Afterward, visit the Port Arthur Historic Site to gain insight into the compound's history as a former convict settlement and the stories of those who once lived within the walls. You'll then board a Harbor Cruise to see the site and its surrounding landscape from afar. Time and energy permitting, you can also climb down a flight of stairs to see the Remarkable Cave. Treat yourself to delicious hand-forged chocolate at the Tasmanian Chocolate Foundry (own expense), and stop at Richmond Town to see the 200-year-old sandstone bridge built by convicts and feel the old-town vibe on your way back to Hobart.

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  • Hobart

• Day 3: Tasmania's Natural Beauty

  A free day for you to explore Tasmania in your way!

  For art aficionados, visiting the Museum of Old and New Art is a great choice. You can also consider an optional Bruny Island tour with a private driver-guide to soak up its picture-perfect scenery and savor fresh local produce including juicy oysters and tasty cheese! The adventurous soul may opt for a 3-hour Bruny Island cruise where the thrill of gliding over the waters in a fast boat awaits.

  Alternatively, head to the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to meet lovely animals including the furry Tasmania Devils! You can also get up close to them by joining one of the animal encounters. Then, journey into Mt. Field National Park and walk through luxuriant plants to reach the beautiful, multi-tiered Russell Falls. There is also the chance to stop at Salmon Ponds Heritage Hatchery to see different species of salmon and taste its fresh offerings at the café.

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  • Hobart

• Day 4: Freycinet National Park & Wineglass Bay Trip

  Featuring a drastic landscape shaped by millions of years of erosion, imposing mountain peaks rising from verdant shores, and white sandy beaches fading into crystal-clear waters, Freycinet National Park constantly ranks among the top natural attractions in Tasmania. Leave Hobart behind today as you embark on an exciting journey to the Freycinet with your driver-guide.

  As you travel along the coastline on the Great Eastern Drive, the scenic views will leave you mesmerized. Stop at the secluded Honeymoon Bay to soak up the vistas of the towering Hazards Mountain in pink hues, then walk uphill for around half an hour to a lookout with views of Wineglass Bay's perfect crescent as the reward. To appreciate its beauty from a different perspective, take an optional scenic flight to see the bay from the air. Afterward, your driver-guide will take you to the coastal town of Bicheno for the night.

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  • Bicheno

• Day 5: Bay of Fires Tour, Drive to Launceston

  Continue your journey along the east coast of Tasmania today. The Bay of Fires, situated on the island's northeast shores with pristine beaches, sparkling blue waters, and verdant forests, is where you'll visit this morning. Stop at beaches from Binalong Bay to the Gardens, enjoy a leisurely stroll on the sands to immerse in the lovely views, and explore the headlands covered in orange lichen.

  Departing the Bay of Fires in the direction of Launceston, you arrive at the Pyengana Dairy Company café for a taste of its locally-made cheese (own expense). If you happen to be in Tasmania between December and January, there is also the option of visiting the Bridestowe Lavender Estate to see its lavender field in full bloom, forming a blanket of purple under the clear, cerulean skies. Arrive in Launceston and check into the hotel for a good night's rest.

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  • Launceston

• Day 6: Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake Excursion

  Embark on a day trip to the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park with a driver-guide! Leaving Launceston behind, you arrive at Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre after around a 2-hour drive. Learn about the formation of the park's diverse landscape before moving on to Devils@Cradle to meet the island's native Tasmania Devils and other creatures!

  Reaching the shores of Dove Lake, you'll be awed by the grandeur of Cradle Mountain standing all tall and imposing in front of your eyes. Capture the iconic image of the Dove Lake Boatshed against a stunning backdrop and go on an easy hike along the Lake or the Weindorfers Forest Walk to feel connected to this pristine land. On the way back to Launceston, you have the option to stop at Sheffield Town to appreciate its colorful murals or the Ashgrove Cheese Dairy Door café for delicious cheese, snacks, and beverages (own account).

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  • Launceston

• Day 7: Tamar Valley Wine Tasting Experience

  Savor Tamar Valley's delicious drops on a wine-tasting tour today! Heading north with your driver-guide, you'll arrive at Bradys Lookout for a sweeping view of the winding river and lush forests. Celebrated as one of Australia's premier wine regions, Tamar Valley with wineries and cellar doors sprinkled among grassy fields produces Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and increasingly in recent years, white wines including Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc.

  Savor the complex and delicate flavors during three wine tastings (depending on the date of your visit, the selection of winery may change), get to know the stories behind this wine region widely regarded as the nation's oldest, and enjoy a delightful lunch using fresh local ingredients at a winery. Later in the day, you can choose to learn about the behaviors of seahorses or platypuses during an optional join-in tour in Beauty Point. Your driver-guide will escort you back to Launceston after the tour.

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  • Launceston

• Day 8: Launceston, Departure

  Say goodbye to Tasmania today! Meet your driver for a private transfer to the airport and board the plane to your next destination. Safe travels!

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