Highlights of Tasmania

Itinerary

• Day 1: Hobart, Arrival

  Welcome to Hobart! Your driver will transfer you to your hotel upon arrival. The rest of the day is free time to take in the atmosphere, sample local fare, and hunt for finds.

  We recommend exploring historic Salamanca Street with its cafes, restaurants, and boutique stores.

  • Hobart

• Day 2: Port Arthur & Tasman Peninsula

  Set out on a scenic coastal tour with your guide at 9 am. The first stop is at Eagle Hawk Neck, marvel at Mother Nature's performance - the blowhole spurting crystal waters high into the azure sky. Nearby lies Tasmania's art on rocks - the intricate stone sculptures of Tasman Arch and Devil's Kitchen.

  By midday, arrive at Port Arthur, canvassing its storied past through a guided tour. Linger amid the lush, rolling lawns infused with history at every turn. Then, a brief boat ride unveils new perspectives of this scenic coastline along the glimmering sea. Then, unwind next to a lavender farm overlooking Long Bay's tranquil waters and indulge your sweet cravings at the Chocolate Foundry in Taranna town. Reaching Eagle Hawk Neck marks the climax of the scenic drive, with its exaltation of the area's natural wonders akin to a poetic ode.

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• Day 3: Bruny Island Day Tour

  Take a ferry across the sparkling D'Entrecasteaux Channel to Bruny Island. On the way, keep an eye out for leaping dolphins.

  Arrive at the island's southern tip amid granite cliffs and pristine beaches. In South Bruny National Park, take in stunning coastal views from The Neck lookout. Nearby, peer into the surrounding dunes dotted with fairy penguin dens bustling at dusk.

  Indulge your taste buds with a taste of the island's bounty - fresh oysters from Get Shucked and Bruny Island Cheese. Refuel with a seafood or wine-matched lunch showcasing the finest local produce. Sample the sweet delights of handcrafted chocolates and honey.

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  • Hobart

• Day 4: Russell Falls & Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

  Starting your day exploring Hobart's southern coast, glimpse beaches and sweeping river views from scenic Sandy Bay. Wander Battery Point's narrow lanes past cottages date to the early 19th century, when grand stone defenses shaped this historic quarter.

  Heading inland, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary awaits - come nose-to-nose with playful wombats and observe stealthy devils in their simulated habitats. Further up the Derwent Valley, indulge in crepes fresco at Salmon Ponds Hatchery beside its heritage gardens.

  Next, immerse in forest magic within the verdant realm of Mt Field National Park. Tread trails where giant eucalypts tower, emerging at the waterline to glimpse cascading Russell Falls veiled by emerald moss. Before returning, sample Westerway Farm's sweet berries grown on the sunny slopes.

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• Day 5: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park

  Today your east coast adventure begins as an expert guide picks you up for an inspiring journey along Tasmania's scenic east coast. Pass picturesque towns and stops, pulling over at scenic lookouts with views out to Maria Island as your guide shares stories about the region's history and culture.

  The destination is Freycinet National Park, home of the world-famous Wineglass Bay. In the park, opt for the iconic 45-minute walk to the Wineglass Bay viewpoint overlooking the gorgeous white-sand crescent, or continue for a 2.5-hour circuit of its deserted beaches.

  After exploring, refuel with local seafood at the lodge overlooking Honeymoon Bay. Then, sit back and relax on the return trip along the Great Eastern Drive as the coastline puts on breathtaking sunset colors over the landscape.

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• Day 6: Road Trip to Launceston

  Enjoy a picturesque journey along Tasmania's Heritage Highway to northern Launceston. Optional: If you seek a museum experience unlike any other, MONA in Hobart awaits to upend expectations with its avant-garde exhibitions and innovative design.

  Winding meadows and woodlands escort the journey to Oatlands, home to the historic Callington Mill. Concluding in idyllic Kempton, admire Georgian architecture and graceful gaze upon surrounding farms. Continue to charming Ross. Stroll quietly over the time-weathered stone arch of the iconic Ross Bridge before exploring rural heritage at the Tasmanian Wool Centre.

  Campbell Town is waiting, where echoes of colonial times reside alongside tranquil modern life. Wander the Visitor Centre to uncover tales of yore, then savor lunch at a quaint café. End your day in Launceston, resting up for more exploration tomorrow.

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  • Launceston

• Day 7: Cradle Mountain Tour From Launceston

  Venture into the untamed wilderness of Cradle Mountain on this picturesque day tour. Greet the morning mist rising above tranquil Dove Lake as your guide leads you along forest trails. Hike through glacial landscapes sculpted by ice age giants, running your hands along polished rock faces rounded by centuries of flowing glaciers.

  Glimpse swirling waterways carving through ancient boulders scattered amongst centuries-old pines. Breath in aromatic pinewoods yielding to soaring button grass plains beneath the geological marvel of Cradle Mountain's sandstone cliffs, etched with hints of the valley's frigid past. Pause in Sheffield Murals to admire depictions of pioneering life in Tasmania. With luck, spot playful wombats grazing in dense undergrowth.

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• Day 8: Launceston and Tamar Valley

  Your day awakens with a scenic drive to the Tamar Island Wetlands, where coastal grasses sway and water birds nest along brackish channels. From Brady's Lookout high above the valley, scan the wide Tamar River winding into the wild Bass Strait, its mouth framed by distant coastal cliffs.

  Next, lose yourself in historic Launceston's winding brick lanes, imagining colonial lives in Georgian architecture. Then, travel to Josef Chromy Wines for tastings and lunch (pay on-site), toasting the valley's natural bounty. Continue through the vineyards of Tamar Valley draped over rolling hills and farms bursting with seasonal harvests. In Beauty Point, play with platypuses and see sea horses' intricate ballet.

  Optional: As dusk draws night, join a lantern-lit Ghost Tour for creepy tales of the city's haunts.

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• Day 9: Launceston, Departure

  At the appointed hour, you will be transferred to Launceston Airport. Safe travels!

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