Best of Tasmania

Trip Type: Explorer

9 Days
1 - 12 People

Starts From:

NZD $7,175.00 /Person

Discover the wild landscapes of Tasmania on this comfortably paced highlight-packed journey from Launceston to Hobart. Learn about Palawa culture and see Aboriginal petroglyphs …

Best of Tasmania

Discover the wild landscapes of Tasmania on this comfortably paced highlight-packed journey from Launceston to Hobart. Learn about Palawa culture and see Aboriginal petroglyphs in Devonport. Hike the Dove Lake Circuit beneath Cradle Mountain – look out for roaming wombats! – and try a few local treats along the way. Relax with two nights at Edge of the Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula and take a walk to the stunning Wineglass Bay Lookout. Continue to the Tasman Peninsula for a step back in time at Port Arthur and gaze at the natural wonders of Tessellated Pavement, Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen. Round out your island adventure with a local gin tasting and some stargazing under one of the world's darkest skies.

Itinerary

Day 1: Launceston

Day 2: Cradle Coast / Cradle Mountain

Day 3: Cradle Mountain

Day 4: Sheffield / Freycinet National Park

Day 5: Freycinet National Park

Day 6: Tasman Peninsula

Day 7: Port Arthur / Tasman Peninsula

Day 8: Richmond / Hobart

Day 9: Hobart

Trip Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts and 3 dinners are included

Transport

Private Vehicle

Accomodation

Hotel (6 nights), Cabin (2 nights)

Included Activities

Launceston - Welcome Meeting & Dinner
Cradle Coast - Welcome to Country Ceremony
Cradle Mountain - Devils @ Cradle Day Keeper Tour
Cradle Coast - Tiagarra Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place
Cradle Coast - Mersey Bluff Petroglyphs
Cradle Mountain - Dove Lake Circuit Walk
Sheffield - Mural Walk
Freycinet Peninsula - Edge of the Bay Stay
Freycinet National Park - Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk
Freycinet Peninsula - Edge of the Bay Stay
Tasman Peninsula - Evening Stargazing Experience
Tasman Peninsula - Distillery Tour & Tasting
Tasman Peninsula - Tessellated Pavement
Tasman Peninsula - Remarkable Cave
Port Arthur - Historic Site Visit & Harbour Cruise
Tasman Peninsula - Lavender Farm Visit
Richmond - Winery Visit & Wine Tasting
Tasman Peninsula - Tasman Arch & Devil’s Loop Walk

Trip Highlights

Stay at Edge of the Bay on the alluring East Coast of Tasmania, where you can explore Freycinet National Park and hike to the Wineglass Bay Lookout – maybe also go for a swim at the white-sand beach.
Hike the Dove Lake Circuit in Cradle Mountain National Park, passing the immense lake, high peaks and lush vegetation while looking out for wombats.
Learn about the rich Indigenous heritage, culture and spiritual connection of Tasmania’s northern landmarks and national parklands.
See the highlights of the picturesque Tasman Peninsula, including the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen, the Tessellated Pavement and the tragically historic Port Arthur.
Indulge in delicacies like locally made ice cream, cider and cheese as you sample Tasmanian treats from artisanal producers.