Tasmania Winter Wonders

Prepare for a journey of discovery, delving into cultural history and awe-inspiring natural wonders. Arrive in Tasmania's historic capital, Hobart, and be transferred to your hotel. Afterwards, enjoy your selected Freedom of Choice activity. Tonight, delight in a welcome dinner and drink.

Freedom of Choice - Mawson's Hut Tour You may choose to tour the Mawson's Hut replica, gaining an insight into the importance of this Antarctic Hut and how its occupants used to live.

Freedom of Choice - Gin Tasting Explore the sensory world of botanicals with a Gin Tasting from Lark Distillery.  Sample unique Tasmanian Gins and learn about the creation process.

Freedom of Choice - Afternoon Tea Take in the views of Hobart's waterfront and be tempted by house-made sweets, sandwiches and freshly made scones accompanied by freshly brewed coffee or loose-leaf tea.  

Discover the magic of Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park today, then continue to the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, before travelling via the mining town of Queenstown to Strahan. Tonight, savour dinner at View 42° Restaurant & Bar.

From the comfort of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Heritage Landing, for a guided rainforest walk. Back on board, you’ll be treated to a delicious lunch of fresh Tasmanian produce before arriving at Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed Sarah Island. Here you’ll get a chilling insight into the cruelties of convict life as you explore the ruins of what was once a convict settlement. Cruise past Hells Gates then return to Strahan. Later, enjoy a live performance of 'The Ship That Never Was' which is based on a true story about the great convict escape from Sarah Island.

Signature Experience - Spirit of the Wild Cruise Board the luxurious Spirit of the Wild for a cruise along the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River. From the comfort of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. 

Travel from Strahan to the incredible Cradle Mountain. Then, enjoy your exciting Freedom of Choice experience.

Signature Experience - Winter Warmer at Cradle Mountain Lodge Savour an evening winter warmer by the fire at Cradle Mountain Lodge, as you sip on port and enjoy an after-dinner chocolate.

Freedom of Choice – Wine and Cheese Presentation Enjoy tastings of Tasmania’s finest cheese, and gain insight into the art of wine appreciation. 

Freedom of Choice  – Enchanted Walk Guided Tour  Set out on a guided tour along the Enchanted Walk, one of Tasmania's 60 Great Short Walks, which follows Pencil Pine Creek over buttongrass moorlands into cool temperate rainforest.  

Freedom of Choice – Guided Night Spotting Tour Experience the wonder of the Cradle Mountain Wilderness as your professional guides take you on a tour to see Tasmania’s nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat during the early hours of the evening.  

This morning, delight in your Signature Experience with a guided tour of Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park. Later, enjoy a visit to the unique Tasmanian conservation sanctuary, Devils @ Cradle, home to Tasmanian devils, and spotted-tail and eastern quolls. While here, a keeper will walk you through the sanctuary, providing an insight into the importance of the sanctuary's conservation programs.

Signature Experience - Guided Dove Lake Tour Explore beautiful Dove Lake and its surrounds with a friendly local guide, admiring the unique wilderness of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

Today, travel from Cradle Mountain and stop in Sheffield. Then, relish a winter truffle Signature Experience at a truffle farm. Later, enjoy a historic tour of Franklin House. Built by convicts in 1838, the house was later occupied by one of the colony’s leading private schools. 

Signature Experience – Truffle Farm Visit Visit Australia's first black truffle farm for a group demonstration of dogs actively truffle hunting in the plantation. Afterwards, enjoy some truffle pizza or a truffle toastie in a charming rustic shed. You may like to sample some truffle ice cream for dessert. 

This morning embark on a guided tour of Beaconsfield Mine, before indulging in a delightful Signature Experience in a beautiful setting at Josef Chromy Wines. The remainder of the afternoon will be enjoyed at your leisure.

Signature Experience - Josef Chromy Wines Visit Josef Chromy Wines, a winery that prides itself on celebrating Tasmanian grapes. Here you’ll be treated to a specially prepared lunch and have the chance to sample some of the winery’s finest drops.

After visiting Bridestowe Lavender Estate, traverse Weldborough Pass and admire the views of forested hills and farmland en route to Bicheno, a beautiful seaside town set between the Douglas-Apsley and Freycinet National Parks on Tasmania's stunning east coast. This evening is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Signature Experience- Bridestowe Lavender Estate Discover the largest lavender farm in the Southern Hemisphere, renowned for its stunning lavender fields. Enjoy a tour of the distillery and savour distinctive lavender-infused delicacies.

After breakfast, travel south to Coles Bay to visit Freycinet National Park Visitor Centre. Then soak in more stunning coastal scenery during a guided tour along Cape Tourville before returning to Bicheno for your Signature Experience.

Signature Experience - Waubs Harbour Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting Experience a full distillery tour and whisky tasting at Waubs Harbour. Located on the rocky shores of Bicheno, on Tasmania's east coast, the distillery was formerly an oyster hatchery. With five salt-soaked bond rooms and a cooling system powered by the ocean, the facility is a blend of tradition and innovation.

Visit the historic towns of Ross and Richmond on your way to Hobart. After arriving in the Tasmanian capital, embark on a guided discovery of the city, which takes you through the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and the heritage district of Battery Point.

Today, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia’s most intact, evocative and notorious convict prison, on a guided tour. See the famous sandstone Penitentiary, then visit the Convict Church and the Separate Prison. You'll then embark on a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear haunting stories about the convicts who were transported here from across the world and eventually buried at Port Arthur. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck.

This morning, stroll through the Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. Wander through the array of goods from hand-crafted jewellery and carved wooden trinkets to tantalising Tasmanian gin. Afterwards, bid a fond farewell to the Apple Isle. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight.