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Tasmanian Wonders

There’s little of the Apple Isle you won’t experience on this full tour of Tasmania. This is an experience spanning Tasmania’s charming cities, World Heritage-listed sites and humbling wilderness – much of it (the Tarkine, Cradle Mountain, Gordon River) along the wild West Coast. When you’re not gazing over Australia’s best beaches in the east (Wineglass Bay regularly takes the honour), opportunities abound to indulge in regional produce – whiskey, wine or oysters.

Tour Highlights

• Hobart City Tour Salamanca Place galleries
• Russell Falls walk Lake St. Clair walk
• Gordon River Cruise Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake
• The Nut at Stanley

Cataract Gorge

Bridestowe lavender estate.

• Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees
• Explore the historic town of Richmond Cape Tourville
• Port Arthur Guided Tour

Visited Locations

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Tour Itinerary

(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner (SD) Specialty Dinner Tour Code: FHLH

Best Western Hobart

The Best Western Hobart is located in the Hobart City Centre. A 10 minute walk from hotel to Salamanca Place (Australia Oldest open-air Saturday market) on the historical waterfront, an area well known for its vibrant restaurants, cafes, bars.  Hotel facilities include the delicious Embers Bar-Pizza-Grill offering Tasmanian produce from farm to table and seafood, 141 spacious rooms (28 square meters) with fresh, modern decor and either city skyline, Mount Wellington (kunanyi) outlooks and Derwent River view,

Strahan Village, Strahan

Set on the shores of the historic Macquarie Harbour, Strahan Village offers charming accommodation and delicious local dining.  The individual cottages and terraces take you back to a time when Strahan was inhabited by miners, piners, fishermen and their families. Above the harbour, take in sweeping views of Macquarie Harbour from the hilltop rooms. You’ll feel truly immersed in the history of the wild west coast. Take in sweeping views of the harbour at View 42° Restaurant & Bar, enjoy a delicious pub meal and friendly service at Hamer’s Bar & Bistro or grab a coffee from The Kitchen.

Cradle Mountain Hotel, Cradle Mountain

Nestled within breathtaking alpine woodland in the north-west highlands of Tasmania.  Cradle Mountain Hotel offers a variety of accommodation − including stylish and comfortable Standard Rooms, Deluxe Spa Rooms and Split Level King rooms.  Each room is warm and cosy and has comprehensive amenities; you will love coming back to snuggle and relax at the end of your day of exploring the national park.  The accommodation gives you room to unwind and is the perfect escape for your holiday in Tasmania.

Tall Timbers, Smithton

Tall Timbers is located at Smithton, the gateway to the abundant attractions of the North West Coast, including the magical Tarkine Wilderness and historic township of Stanley. Enjoy one of the many available tours such as  helicopter flights and scenic tours ,  4WD adventure tours , and  Tarkine forest and wilderness experiences . The accommodation includes 59 modern hotel rooms and 8 luxury lakeside 1 & 2 bedroom self-contained apartments. Treat yourself to a Tasmanian wine from the nationally branded bottleshop or one of the warm and welcoming bars, enjoy the perfect Tasmanian steak in the restaurant, or relax in the heated indoor pool, spa, gym or tennis court.

Best Western Plus, Launceston

Best Western Plus Launceston is well positioned and boasts a fantastic in-house restaurant and the iconic Tram Bar which contains a Circa 1911 Launceston Tram. You can dine in the restaurant or the bar and the Best Western Plus Launceston has a 24-hour room service menu.  Ideally located on Earl Street just a two minute walk to the main shopping strip, The Mall, where you will find all the services you may need banks, chemists, coffee shops, theatres and restaurants.

Beachfront Bicheno Hotel, Bicheno

Located on the hub of the Great Eastern Drive. Just a short distance to some of Tasmania’s best tourist attractions & award winning vineyards.  The Beachfront features 51 spacious hotel rooms, free parking, public bar, large bistro and just a short 5 minute stroll to the main street of Bicheno.  The property features 50 en suite hotel rooms – 19 featuring panoramic views of Waubs Bay, 20 poolside and a further 11 courtyard rooms, rated 3.5 & 4 star. Additional facilities include a swimming pool (open through Spring/Summer/Autumn, closed during the Winter months), BBQ, children’s playground, guest laundry, onsite bottle shop, & bistro 7 days a week.

Attractions Included

Coach features.

• 48 Seat coach
• Air conditioned

Experiences Included

• Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• Local specialist guides
• Centrally located premium 3.5-star hotels

Meals Included

• 9 Full Breakfasts
• 1 Farewell dinner

Fitness Requirements

• Freycinet National Park and the Port Arthur Historic site – Medium level of fitness required
• Russell Falls and Cataract Gorge – Low to medium level of fitness required

Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania and is the second oldest capital in Australia after Sydney . Located at the entrance to the Derwent River, its well-preserved surrounding bushland reaches close to the city centre and beaches line the shores of the river and estuary beyond. At its fashionable Salamanca Place, old sandstone warehouses host galleries and cafes. Nearby is Battery Point, a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages. The city’s backdrop is 1,270m-high Mount Wellington, with sweeping views, plus hiking and cycling trails.  Award-winning restaurants offer fine dining experiences using the best Tasmanian produce recognised by the world’s best chefs, while on the waterfront punts and fishmongers sell the freshest seafood straight from the Southern Ocean.  

• Hobart Hobart is the capital of Australia's island state of Tasmania and is the second oldest capital in Australia after Sydney. Read more

Strahan, is a small town and former port on the west coast of Tasmania. It is now a significant locality for tourism in the region. Nestled on the shores of massive Macquarie Harbour, Strahan is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Franklin–Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.  Strahan is full of stories from the days of convicts and pioneers toughing it out in Tassie’s wild west. These days, Strahan is an iconic travel destination with shops selling artisan wares and eateries serving up delicious local produce.  There are long stretches of wild ocean beach to explore, massive sand dunes to conquer and forest adventures to be had.  It is also the departure point for the West Coast Wilderness Railway. From Strahan you can take a return half-day journey into the wilderness or a full-day journey to Queenstown and back.  

• Strahan Strahan, is a small town and former port on the west coast of Tasmania. It is now a significant locality for tourism in the region and nestled on the shores of massive Macquarie Harbour, Read more

Launceston is Tasmania’s second major city and a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture and nature. In fact, the whole region is packed with city and country charm, gorgeous old towns, excellent food and wine and beautiful scenic highlights.  One of Australia’s oldest cities, Launceston has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia with its elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture and century-old parks.  Just a short walk from the city centre, Cataract Gorge is a slice of wilderness right in the heart of town and Launceston’s star natural attraction.  There’s also plenty of culture on offer at art galleries, museums and design studios. The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery is the largest regional gallery in Australia. 

• Launceston Launceston is Tasmania's second major city and a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture and nature. Read more

Located north of the Freycinet Peninsula, Bicheno sits on Tasmania’s beautiful east coast and is a family seaside holiday town with lots to see and do, good accommodation, excellent fishing and close to wildlife.  Offshore, the Governor Island Marine Reserve has some of the best diving spots in Australia, with kelp-covered reefs and spectacular sponge gardens. This water wonderland can also be experienced by glass- bottomed  boat .  There’s plenty to do on dry land as well, with popular penguin tours that let you get up close – really close – to fairy penguins at dusk and scenic walks to Rocking Rock, the Blowhole and along the sandbar to Diamond Island Nature Reserve.  The local wildlife park also has lots of animals to meet up close, including kangaroos, Tasmanian devils and pelicans.  More natural wonders can be found at the nearby Douglas-Apsley National Park and Freycinet National Park.  

• Bicheno Bicheno sits on Tasmania's beautiful east coast and is a family seaside holiday town with lots to see and do, good accommodation, excellent fishing and close to wildlife. Read more

Port Arthur

Port Arthur is a quaint village about a 1-hr drive (93 km) south-east of Hobart in Tasmania.   Best known for the well-preserved penal colony buildings of the nearby Port Arthur Historic Site.  Set on the tip of the Tasman Peninsula, Port Arthur is a great base to explore the historic site and the area’s natural attractions including dramatic coastal rock formations and towering cliffs.  The Port Arthur Historic Site was established in 1830 as a timber station and was soon built into a small town to house and punish over a thousand of Tasmania’s most notorious convicts. This dark history contrasts with the beauty of the surrounding area. Full of powerful stories of hardship and loss, it’s one of Tasmania’s most rewarding travel experiences.  

• Port Arthur Port Arthur is a quaint village about a 1-hr drive (93 km) south-east of Hobart in Tasmania.  Best known for the well-preserved penal colony buildings of the nearby Port Arthur Historic Site.  Read more

Cradle Mountain National Park

Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, features ancient rainforests and alpine heaths, it is home to the world-famous Overland Track and iconic Cradle Mountain. Part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, the park is one of the state’s most special places, where ancient pines fringe  glacial lakes and icy streams cascade down rugged mountains.  The vegetation is rich and diverse including grassland, rainforest and many ancient plants such as the long-lived and endemic King Billy pine and the unusual native deciduous beech. The park also provides a rich habitat for wildlife, including Tasmanian devils, quolls, platypus, echidna and several  bird species.  Dramatic Cradle Mountain is the rugged jewel of the park and can be seen from Dove Lake on a day visit.  

• Cradle Mountain National Park Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park in Tasmania, features ancient rainforests and alpine heaths, it is home to the world-famous Overland Track and iconic Cradle Mountain. Read more

Smithton on the far north-west coast of Tasmania, is the last stop before Arthur River – and the beginning of the Tarkine wilderness.  It lies on the Bass Highway, 85 km north-west of Burnie.  Surrounded by lush green fields fed by the rains of the Roaring Forties, Smithton has plenty of in-town and nearby attractions. Further west of Smithton at Marrawah , thrill-seeking surfers take on the seriously dangerous swells of the wild Southern Ocean and Tasmanian devils can be seen in the wild on a unique overnight stay.  At Cape Grim on Tasmania’s north-western tip you can breathe the cleanest air in the world on a spectacular guided coastal walk and tour Tasmania’s largest wind farm harnessing the powerful winds of the Roaring Forties.

• Smithton Smithton on the far north-west coast of Tasmania, is the last stop before Arthur River – and the beginning of the Tarkine wilderness.  Read more

Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm

Visit the home of Tassie’s finest cheese experience. Welcome to Tasmania’s most indulgent dairy destination with a must-see new visitor centre. Conveniently located on the tourist route between Launceston and Devonport, the Ashgrove Dairy Door has something for every cheese lover.   M eet the happiest cows in the world. Be sure to stock up on gourmet provisions like award-winning milk, specialty cheeses, fancy cheese snacks and tasty Tasmanian produce, or grab a gift for a loved one who enjoys cheese as much as you do.

• Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm Welcome to Tasmania’s most indulgent dairy destination with a must-see new visitor centre conveniently located on the tourist route between Launceston and Devonport. Read more

V isit the unique natural formation of the Cataract Gorge, home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world .   Cataract Gorge is a true wilderness area, and it is in the heart of Tasmania’s second largest city, Launceston .  

• Cataract Gorge Visit the unique natural formation of the Cataract Gorge, home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world. Read more

Bridestowe Lavender Estate is one of Tasmania’s premier tourist destinations, located a 50-minute drive from Launceston in Tasmania’s scenic North East. Bridestowe Estate is the largest lavender farm in the Southern Hemisphere, famous for the spectacular view of the lavender in bloom in December and January. Visit Bridestowe Lavender Estate producer of high-quality lavender since 1922 and treat yourself to its famous lavender ice cream.  Visitors are welcomed to the Estate all year round to see the seasons of Tasmania beautifully reflected in the ornamental gardens, manicured fields and native bushland set against the striking backdrop of Mount Arthur.   The visitor centre is stocked with unique products containing Bridestowe’s famous lavender oil and dried flowers.  

• Bridestowe Lavender Estate Bridestowe Lavender Estate is one of Tasmania's premier tourist destinations, located a 50-minute drive from Launceston in Tasmania's scenic North East. Read more

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Tasmanian Wonders (10 Days)

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• Snap a photo of the amazing views from Cape Tourville
• Relax on a cruise gliding on the waters of Gordon River
• Marvel at the awe-inspiring beauty of Cradle Mountain
• Take a cruise like no other around the Isle of the Dead

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• Introduction
• Day 1 Welcome to Hobart
• Day 2 Hobart - Strahan
• Day 3 Strahan - Cradle Mountain
• Day 4 Cradle Mountain - Smithton
• Day 5 Smithton - Launceston
• Day 6 Launceston
• Day 7 Launceston - Bicheno
• Day 8 Bicheno - Hobart
• Day 9 Port Arthur
• Day 10 Farewell from Hobart

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• Overall Rating Good 4.0
• Itinerary Good 3.5
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• Accommodation Good 3.5
• Food Good 4.0
• Tour Operator AAT Kings 4.4
• JM Jay · 2nd January 2024 Exceeded our expectations. Comprehensive, well-organized and executed. Trip date: December 2023

• DW Diana · 3rd January 2023 Very, very early starts and looooong hours on the bus left me exhausted. I expected a holiday but instead I got boot camp. Trip date: November 2022

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Tasmanian Wonders

Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain, Smithton, Launceston, Bicheno

From the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Port Arthur Historic Site, World Heritage-listed attractions steal the scene on this Tasmania tour encircling the state. In between are atmospheric towns and innovative producers, plus Cradle Mountain tours and Freycinet adventures. Steel yourself for 10 days of wonderment.

The Tasmanian capital of Hobart may be small in size, but it’s big in attractions, as you’ll discover this afternoon. Put your destination into perspective from the summit of Mt. Nelson, offering endless vistas over Australia’s southernmost city. View the charming Georgian cottages of Battery Point and explore the cobbled streets and convict built warehouses along Salamanca Place, the backdrop of epic Saturday markets. Visit the waterfront area including Constitution Dock where the yachts finish when competing in the annual Sydney to Hobart race, and take a stroll in the second oldest Botanical Gardens in Australia with its amazing collection of plants from around the world.

Western Tasmania is like nature writ large, a place where the wilderness rules and people are few and far between. Visiting Mount Field National Park is a humbling experience, not only for the fact it’s part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, but also because it’s home to some of the tallest eucalypts and tallest flowering plants on Earth. Wander amid these giants to reach Russell Falls – take a deep breath; your Tasmania tour has begun. Records continue to be broken at Lake St. Clair, the deepest freshwater Lake in Australia, before you arrive in Strahan, gateway to World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.

The Gordon River is your playground today, the dark waters here given their colour by amber button-grass tannins. The only thing breaking the mirror-like surface is your chariot as you cruise through Hells Gates, the treacherous entrance to the harbour before returning to Sarah Island, a former penal colony where convicts would fell Huon pines for boat building. Disembark at Heritage Landing to view one of these 500 year old majestic trees. From Strahan motor on towards Cradle Mountain. This evening you can choose to visit some Tasmanian Devils at a sanctuary, or head out to spot wombats, wallabies, pademelons or maybe an elusive quoll who all call this wilderness home.

Today has multiple highs – quite literally. The first is the 1,545-metre Cradle Mountain, your backdrop as you wander to Dove Lake and explore this ancient national park. The second high is ‘The Nut’, a dramatic 152-metre plateau created by the remains of an ancient volcanic plug. It guards over Stanley, a tiny village with swagger to spare. You could spend days exploring the town’s remarkably well-preserved heritage buildings. But more Tasmania holiday highlights await around the corner.

If there’s a town with a cuter name than Penguin, we’re yet to find it. Locals embrace its appeal – there are penguin sculptures at every turn, including one measuring over 3 metres tall. Your journey along the northwest coast also passes through Burnie, Ulverstone and Sheffield, The Town of Murals, boasting over 100 large paintings depicting the area’s rich history and local characters. All this exploring builds an appetite. Refuel at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm, where happy cows contribute to award-winning cheeses – everything from cheddar and red Leicester to creamy Tasmanian blue.

There are few places in the world where you can leave the city behind and within minutes be amid an immense wilderness area. Launceston is one. Blink and you’re at Cataract Gorge, a yawning chasm carved by ancient rivers. This rare natural phenomenon unites bushland with neat Victorian gardens, replete with ferns and exotic plants. Get a different perspective of the green cavern on the scenic chairlift, zipping you over the water to a lofty lookout. We wouldn’t blame you for lingering here, perhaps to venture deeper into the gorge. Or sample further afield with a selection of optional experiences. This afternoon, the choice is yours.

You’ll smell Bridestowe before you see it, this enormous lavender farm perfuming the Tasmanian countryside. The flowers grown here aren’t just used in fragrances – they’re also infused into ice-cream, teas and jams. It’s a tasty entrée to the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers. Little penguins come out to play in Bicheno; sign up to spot them after dark as they waddle to shore from the water.

The colours at Freycinet National Park are so vivid you’ll think someone has taken the glasses off your nose and cleaned them for the first time: The patchwork of ocean blues that lap Coles Bay and Wineglass Bay. The dramatic pink granite cliffs. There’s a reason why Freycinet adventures star on postcards. The other place on postcards is Richmond, its grand 1820s Georgian buildings today home to bijou boutiques, galleries and cafes that appear to be lost in time

The Isle of the Dead, Devil’s Kitchen, the Blowhole, Tasman Arch and Eagle Hawk Neck, just some of the remarkable natural attractions found on the Tasman Peninsula, home also to Port Arthur where you’ll be emersed in the region’s notoriously harsh history. This is the best-preserved convict site in Australia, and among the most significant convict-era destinations worldwide. The stories these walls could tell.

It took early explorers months to circumnavigate Tasmania. You’ve completed your Tasmania tour in just 10 days. What a wild ride.

• Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• Local Specialists (Guides)
• Centrally located premium hotels
• Discover Tasmania’s wild side spotting devils after dark, searching for wombats or following in the footsteps of little penguins. Or just chill out with a glass of wine.
• Forward-thinking galleries, cafes, restaurants and parks await in Hobart and Launceston. Explore them at your own pace.
• From untamed wilderness areas like Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park to the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur, Tassie is not short on attractions.
• Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 120 days prior to the departure date. Cancellations made within this period will be governed by the terms and conditions of Luxury Escapes and the tour provider, and cancellation fees may apply depending on the tour you have purchased. You can find the operator’s full terms and conditions https://www.aatkings.com/about-us/booking-conditions/ , and Luxury Escapes’ terms and conditions https://luxuryescapes.com/terms-and-conditions .
• To protect against unforeseen events, Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon possible after purchasing this package.
• Name corrections may incur a fee, and name changes are not permitted.
• Date changes can be made on request by contacting us via phone or email. Prices and spaces on the tour and are subject to availability.

For all new bookings, if you can’t travel as a direct result of border closures or Government-imposed travel restrictions that directly impact your booking, Luxury Escapes will:

• allow you to change the dates of your tour
• offer you a credit for another tour, cruise or accommodation offer, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers), or
• refund the full value of your tour, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers)

Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase, and are outlined in more detail in the “Highlights and Inclusions” section, as well as in the itinerary. Refer to your booking confirmation for details.

• If transfers are included in your package, please note that these are only available on the first and last day of your tour. Arrival and departure transfers are included between the hours of 6am and 6pm only. If you arrive outside these hours a supplement may apply. Please contact our trusted, third-party tour partner for further information.
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Tasmanian Wonders

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• National parks
• Natural landmarks sightseeing
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• Booking Type Instant booking
• duration 10 days
• tour type Group Request as private
• age requirement 1-95 yrs
• max group size 48
• guiding method Fully guided
• Tour Code BM-22572

• Starts Hobart, Australia
• Ends Hobart, Australia
• Discover Tasmania’s wild side spotting devils after dark, searching for wombats or following in the footsteps of little penguins. Or just chill out with a glass of wine.
• Forward-thinking galleries, cafes, restaurants and parks await in Hobart and Launceston. Explore them at your own pace.
• From untamed wilderness areas like Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park to the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur, Tassie is not short on attractions.
• Day 1: Welcome to Hobart
• Day 2: Hobart - Strahan
• Day 3: Strahan - Cradle Mountain
• Day 4: Cradle Mountain - Smithton
• Day 5: Smithton - Launceston
• Day 6: Launceston
• Day 7: Launceston - Bicheno
• Day 8: Bicheno - Hobart
• Day 9: Port Arthur
• Day 10: Farewell from Hobart
• Centrally located premium hotels
• Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• Local Specialists (Guides)
• Any international flights to/from Hobart are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
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• This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene global standardised protocols have been adopted.
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Tasmanian Wonders

10 day guided holiday.

There’s little of the Apple Isle you won’t experience on this full tour of Tasmania. This is an experience spanning Tasmania’s charming cities, World Heritage-listed sites and humbling wilderness – much of it (the Tarkine, Cradle Mountain, Gordon River) along the wild West Coast. When you’re not gazing over Australia’s best beaches in the east (Wineglass Bay regularly takes the honour), opportunities abound to indulge in regional produce – whiskey, wine or oysters.

• Hobart City Tour Salamanca Place galleries
• Russell Falls walk Lake St. Clair walk
• Gordon River Cruise Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake
• The Nut at Stanley
• Cataract Gorge
• Bridestowe Lavender Estate
• Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees
• Explore the historic town of Richmond Cape Tourville
• Port Arthur Guided Tour

What's Included

Travel director and driver guide.

Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide

Local Specialists (Guides)

Experienced and knowledgeable Local Guides

Accommodation

Centrally located premium hotels

9 Full Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners, 1 Farewell Dinner

Daily itinerary

Day 1: welcome to hobart.

Your Tasmanian holiday begins today with an afternoon tour of Hobart. You’ll see historic Battery Point, Salamanca Place, take a wander through the Botanic Gardens, Constitution Dock, the destination of yachts participating in the Sydney to Hobart race each year, and Mt. Nelson, which affords panoramic views over Australia’s southernmost city. Enjoy the company of your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening at a Welcome Reception and dinner.

Hotel:  Wrest Point

Day 2: Hobart – Strahan

This morning, you’ll head west to New Norfolk and magnificent Mt. Field National Park. Here, you’ll take a stroll through lush rainforest to the many-tiered cascade of picturesque Russell Falls. Then enjoy the scenic drive to iconic Lake St. Clair, the deepest freshwater lake in Australia, and continue through the rainforest to the coastal town of Strahan. Nestled on the shores of Macquarie Harbour, a waterway six times the size of Sydney Harbour, Strahan is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Franklin- Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.

Hotel:  Strahan Village

Day 3: Strahan – Cradle Mountain

Today’s highlight experience is a lunch cruise on the Gordon River. You’ll be awestruck by the beauty of the dark waters. Stained amber by Button-grass tannins, they reflect the untouched wilderness that surrounds them. Stop at Sarah Island for an insight into a relic of Tasmania’s lesser-known convict history, the Macquarie Harbour Penal Settlement. See Hells Gates, the treacherous entrance to the harbour, and Heritage Landing, site of a 2,000-year-old Huon Pine. Travel through the mining towns of Rosebery and Tullah on your way to your hotel. After dinner tonight, you may choose to do an optional animal night spotting tour or perhaps take advantage of a rare opportunity to see Tasmanian Devils feeding after dark.

Hotel:  Cradle Mountain Hotel

Day 4: Cradle Mountain – Smithton

This morning, marvel at the inspiring beauty of Cradle Mountain National Park. Join your Travel Director for a guided walk by Dove Lake, where you may spot Bennett’s wallabies, echidnas, and pademelons along the way. Travel on through rolling green hills to Table Cape for spectacular views of Bass Strait. Picturesque Stanley is in your sights as you head west. Enjoy views of the sheer-sided Stanley bluff known as ‘The Nut’ and take some time to explore. Your destination this evening is Smithton.

Hotel:  Tall Timbers

Day 5: Smithton – Launceston

Travel along the picturesque northwest coast visiting townships such as Burnie and Penguin where you’ll stop for morning tea and get a chance to wander around the shops and beachfront. Continue on to Ulverstone before heading inland to Sheffield, home to over 60 murals depicting the area’s rich history. You’ll learn about dairy production methods at the award-winning Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm on your way to Launceston, Tasmania’s ‘northern capital’.

Hotel:  Best Western Plus Launceston, 2 nights

Day 6: Launceston

This morning visit the unique natural formation of the Cataract Gorge, home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world. You may choose to take the easy walk around the First Basin and across the historic suspension bridge, or why not relax in one of the gorge’s cafes and just soak up the tranquillity? The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure, exploring all that Launceston has to offer. Consider an optional experience on a Cataract Gorge River Cruise. Alternatively, why not stay local with a visit to the Art Gallery or the historic Tramway Museum?

Day 7: Launceston – Bicheno

Bridestowe Lavender Estate, producer of high-quality lavender since 1922, is your first stop today. Later, visit the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers, then after a stop for lunch at coastal St Helens, follow the picturesque east coast south to Bicheno. This evening you might like to take an optional tour to see Bicheno’s wild penguins as they emerge from the ocean (seasonal.)

Hotel:  Beachfront at Bicheno

Day 8: Bicheno – Hobart

Today, experience the grandeur of Freycinet National Park, visiting Coles Bay and taking a guided walk to the lookout at Cape Tourville that affords astonishing views across brilliant blue water, verdant forest and golden beaches. On your way to Hobart, you’ll travel through Swansea and Orford before making a lunch stop in historic Richmond. This village is famous for its elegant Georgian architecture, with beautiful heritage buildings dating to the 1820s now housing galleries, tea shops, craft boutiques and museums.    Our final stop for the day is to the shores of the Derwent River in Hobart where you’ll immerse yourself in local Aboriginal traditions including a Welcome to Country ceremony performed by the local Palawa people.

Hotel:  Wrest Point, 2 nights

Day 9: Port Arthur

Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site today, taking a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and a fascinating guided walk of the remains of Port Arthur’s infamous convict prison. There will be time for you to wander the site at your leisure. On the drive back to Hobart, see the amazing natural rock formations of the craggy Tasman Arch, the Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole. This evening, mingle with your Travel Director and fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in one of Hobart’s most iconic restaurants.

Day 10: Farewell from Hobart

Your holiday concludes this morning after breakfast.

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10 Day AAT Kings Tasmanian Wonders 25/26

From the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Port Arthur Historic Site, World Heritage-listed attractions steal the scene on this Tasmania tour encircling the state. In between are atmospheric towns and innovative producers, plus Cradle Mountain tours and Freycinet adventures. Steel yourself for 10 days of wonderment.

This Tour Also Features

• Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm cheese tasting
• Bridestowe Lavender Estate
• Cataract Gorge Visit
• Cradle Mountain National Park Visit and Hikes
• Freycinet National Park visit
• Gordon River Cruise
• Explore Hobart Tour
• Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees
• Mount Field National Park
• Meals included: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners

The Tasmanian capital of Hobart may be small in size, but it’s big in attractions, as you’ll discover this afternoon. Put your destination into perspective from the summit of Mt. Nelson, offering endless vistas over Australia’s southernmost city. View the charming Georgian cottages of Battery Point and explore the cobbled streets and convict built warehouses along Salamanca Place, the backdrop of epic Saturday markets. Visit the waterfront area including Constitution Dock where the yachts finish when competing in the annual Sydney to Hobart race, and take a stroll in the second oldest Botanical Gardens in Australia with its amazing collection of plants from around the world.

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• Best Western Hobart (1 night)

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Western Tasmania is like nature writ large, a place where the wilderness rules and people are few and far between. Visiting Mount Field National Park is a humbling experience, not only for the fact it’s part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, but also because it’s home to some of the tallest eucalypts and tallest flowering plants on Earth. Wander amid these giants to reach Russell Falls – take a deep breath; your Tasmania tour has begun. Records continue to be broken at Lake St. Clair, the deepest freshwater Lake in Australia, before you arrive in Strahan, gateway to World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.

• Strahan Village (1 night)

The Gordon River is your playground today, the dark waters here given their colour by amber button-grass tannins. The only thing breaking the mirror-like surface is your chariot as you cruise through Hells Gates, the treacherous entrance to the harbour before returning to Sarah Island, a former penal colony where convicts would fell Huon pines for boat building. Disembark at Heritage Landing to view one of these 500 year old majestic trees. From Strahan motor on towards Cradle Mountain. This evening you can choose to visit some Tasmanian Devils at a sanctuary, or head out to spot wombats, wallabies, pademelons or maybe an elusive quoll who all call this wilderness home.

• Cradle Mountain Hotel (1 night)

Today has multiple highs – quite literally. The first is the 1,545-metre Cradle Mountain, your backdrop as you wander to Dove Lake and explore this ancient national park. The second high is ‘The Nut’, a dramatic 152-metre plateau created by the remains of an ancient volcanic plug. It guards over Stanley, a tiny village with swagger to spare. You could spend days exploring the town’s remarkably well-preserved heritage buildings. But more Tasmania holiday highlights await around the corner.

• Tall Timbers (1 night)

If there’s a town with a cuter name than Penguin, we’re yet to find it. Locals embrace its appeal – there are penguin sculptures at every turn, including one measuring over 3 metres tall. Your journey along the northwest coast also passes through Burnie, Ulverstone and Sheffield, The Town of Murals, boasting over 100 large paintings depicting the area’s rich history and local characters. All this exploring builds an appetite. Refuel at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm, where happy cows contribute to award-winning cheeses – everything from cheddar and red Leicester to creamy Tasmanian blue.

• Best Western Plus Launceston (1 night)

There are few places in the world where you can leave the city behind and within minutes be amid an immense wilderness area. Launceston is one. Blink and you’re at Cataract Gorge, a yawning chasm carved by ancient rivers. This rare natural phenomenon unites bushland with neat Victorian gardens, replete with ferns and exotic plants. Get a different perspective of the green cavern on the scenic chairlift, zipping you over the water to a lofty lookout. We wouldn’t blame you for lingering here, perhaps to venture deeper into the gorge. Or sample further afield with a selection of optional experiences. This afternoon, the choice is yours.

You’ll smell Bridestowe before you see it, this enormous lavender farm perfuming the Tasmanian countryside. The flowers grown here aren’t just used in fragrances – they’re also infused into ice-cream, teas and jams. It’s a tasty entrée to the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers. Little penguins come out to play in Bicheno; sign up to spot them after dark as they waddle to shore from the water.

• Beachfront at Bicheno (1 night)

The colours at Freycinet National Park are so vivid you’ll think someone has taken the glasses off your nose and cleaned them for the first time: The patchwork of ocean blues that lap Coles Bay and Wineglass Bay. The dramatic pink granite cliffs. There’s a reason why Freycinet adventures star on postcards. The other place on postcards is Richmond, its grand 1820s Georgian buildings today home to bijou boutiques, galleries and cafes that appear to be lost in time

The Isle of the Dead, Devil’s Kitchen, the Blowhole, Tasman Arch and Eagle Hawk Neck, just some of the remarkable natural attractions found on the Tasman Peninsula, home also to Port Arthur where you’ll be emersed in the region’s notoriously harsh history. This is the best-preserved convict site in Australia, and among the most significant convict-era destinations worldwide. The stories these walls could tell.

It took early explorers months to circumnavigate Tasmania. You’ve completed your Tasmania tour in just 10 days. What a wild ride.

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Unleash your wanderlust with our Ultimate Tour of Tasmania – the perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and cultural immersion.

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Experience the Tasmanian adventure of a lifetime with our incredible 10 day Tasmania tour. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tasmania as we take you on a journey through its breathtaking nature, captivating history, diverse wildlife, and iconic landmarks. Prepare to be enchanted by our hand-picked selection of local destinations, ensuring an authentic and unforgettable experience.

Our personalized small group tour is thoughtfully designed to showcase the very best of Tasmania. We’ll explore the enchanting West, North West, and East Coasts, as well as venture to Bruny Island and Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula. Additionally, you’ll have ample time to savor the vibrant atmosphere of Hobart during evenings at your leisure.

Get ready to embark on a discovery of Tasmania’s world-renowned National Parks, where stunning landscapes and unique flora and fauna await. Delight in a captivating river cruise that will take you deep into the heart of the rainforests within the cherished World Heritage Area. As animal lovers, we’ll also ensure you have an opportunity to witness adorable Tasmanian devils up close at a dedicated wildlife sanctuary.

Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable guides will lead you on exhilarating short walks, revealing hidden gems and providing insights into Tasmania’s rich history and captivating culture. By the end of the journey, you’ll have a profound appreciation for this extraordinary island’s fascinating past and present. We offer comfortable motel stays on this 10 day Tasmania tour for a truly immersive and relaxing experience.

Prepare to make memories that will last a lifetime with the Ultimate Tour of Tasmania in just 10 incredible days.

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Departing Hobart/nipaluna, we quickly begin to venture into the rugged Western Wilds. Our first stop in the rainforests of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area is to see the beautiful Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park. As we continue west and climb into the alpine region, we’ll stop at Australia’s deepest freshwater lake, Lake St Clair. Scenes of mountains and buttongrass plains abound as we travel through the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and stop to see the tannin-coloured waters of the Franklin River and take a short walk into the lovely Nelson Falls. As we near the historic mining town, Queenstown, take in the impressive views of the Iron Blow Lookout, Horsetail Falls and Mt Lyell. We’ll enjoy a group dinner and settle in for the night.

Overnight: Queentown

Meals: Dinner

Departing from the harbourside village of Strahan, today we’ll cruise the Gordon River. This fantastic river cruise includes a guided boardwalk through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest as well as a guided tour of the harshest penal settlement in Australia at Sarah Island. You’ll cruise through the treacherous Hells Gates which is a narrow passageway into Macquarie Harbour and enjoy lunch aboard the ship featuring Tasmanian produce. See the workings of a huon pine sawmill to further appreciate the history of this picturesque town, before departing for an incredibly scenic drive through to Tullah. On a clear day, this tiny township offers magnificent views of the rugged peaks of Mount Murchison. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a group dinner and relax in the lakeside chalet which sits on the shores of Lake Rosebery.

Overnight: Tullah

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Travelling north we’ll stop at Waratah to see the lovely cascading falls then continue through Hellyer’s Gorge to the North West Coast of Tasmania. At Stanley you can take in the views of The Nut, the volcanic plug that sits proudly out to sea and provides sweeping views of the coast. We’ll make our way to the far North West Coast as far as ‘The Edge of the World’ at Arthur River. This region forms part of the wild Tarkine/takayna coast, and to Tasmanian aboriginal people/palawa, it is a deeply spiritual place. We’ll enjoy dinner together this evening at the comfortable lodgings at Tall Timbers.

Overnight: Tall Timbers

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Today offers a deeper experience of the Tarkine. This ancient rainforest is the second largest cool temperate rainforest in the world. It is a wilderness area that holds ancient relics of animals and plants as well as palawa indigenous heritage sites from thousands of years ago. At Lake Chisolm we’ll take an easy walk among moss-cloaked myrtle forest to see the flooded limestone sinkhole and keep an eye out for platypus. Sumac Lookout offers breathtaking forest views across the Arthur River, and Trowutta Arch is an extraordinary geological wonder you’ll always remember. Returning to the North West Coast, we’ll explore several seaside stops along the way, including a visit to the idyllic Boat Harbour Beach, Table Cape, and the town of Penguin, before arriving at our accommodation in Devonport. Join us for a group dinner and then feel free to relax this evening.

Overnight: Devonport

Discover the alpine and glacial landscapes of Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park. Your guide will help you make the most of a diversity of options to experience around the park, such as looking for wombats at Ronny Creek and visiting Waldheim Chalet to learn about the Park’s history. You may wish to walk the outstanding Dove Lake Circuit – this 6km walk around the glacial lake beneath the peaks of Cradle Mountain is considered the best short walk in Tasmania. Before arriving in Launceston, we’ll admire the colourful murals in the town of Sheffield. Explore Australia’s second oldest city tonight at your leisure.

Overnight: Launceston

Meals: Breakfast

Visit Launceston’s stunning Cataract Gorge which is a terrific place to spot wallabies. We’ll drive to the East Coast via St Columba Falls. We’ll stop in the fishing township of St Helens before taking our time to explore the Bay of Fires/larapuna. Clear waters, white sands and orange boulders are classic scenes from the Bay of Fires region, and you’ll love strolling along these pristine beaches. Tonight’s destination is the charming coastal town of Bicheno, home of the little penguin. Dinner is included this evening, then you may wish to wander down to the blowhole or to the lookout for views over the Tasman Sea.

Overnight: Bicheno

Freycinet is Tassie’s East Coast jewel, and we make sure to maximise your time here. See the stunning Hazards pink granite mountains from Honeymoon Bay. Walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout for views of Tasmania’s most famous beach with its curved white shores and turquoise-coloured waters. At Cape Tourville enjoy panoramic views of the park and out to sea. We’ll return to Hobart via the Great Eastern Drive. Take advantage of Hobart’s fantastic restaurants with a night out in the city.

Overnight: Hobart

Meet a variety of Tasmanian wildlife such as quolls, birds, wombats, kangaroos, and Tasmanian devils at Bonorong Wildlfe Sanctuary. Then, walk around the colonial village of Richmond which is home to the oldest convict-built bridges still in operation in Australia. Enjoy seeing the heritage buildings before we make our way back to Hobart via the scenic winery region, the Coal River Valley. This afternoon, we’ll share with you some of our favourite spots in Hobart’s Wellington Park. Known fondly by locals as “The Mountain”, Mount Wellington/kunanyi is a diverse natural reserve with several trails to see fern glades, eucalyptus forests, dramatic rock columns, boulder fields, and spectacular lookouts. Tonight, unwind in one of the city’s historic pubs or restaurants.

Today we’ll discover the highlights of Bruny Island. After a short drive from Hobart, we’ll take the ferry across the D’Entrecastreaux Channel to the island. At the isthmus between North and South Bruny, we’ll climb the 279 steps to the top of Truganini Lookout. We’ll visit South Bruny National Park and take in the incredible coastline at Cape Bruny Lighthouse. At Adventure Bay, we’ll try our luck spotting white wallabies, and finish our Bruny experience by visiting a few Bruny shops where you might like to try locally sourced and crafted products like oysters, cheese, and beers. We’ll return to Hobart where you may wish to explore the historic Salamanca and waterfront area.

At the Port Arthur Historic Site, learn about the harsh life of convicts from the 1800’s at Australia’s best-preserved convict settlement. Wander around the preserved ruins and colonial gardens and take a short harbour cruise to appreciate this open-air museum and UNESCO World Heritage Listed Area. Today you’ll also experience several sites and viewpoints on the magnificent Tasman Peninsula such as Pirates Bay Lookout, Tessellated Pavement, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch, Devil’s Kitchen and Remarkable Cave. We’ll make our way back to Hobart where our ultimate tour comes to an end.

• Marvel at the beauty of Russell Falls and Mt Field National Park
• Explore the untouched wilderness of Franklin River and Nelson Falls
• Witness the stunning Iron Blow Lookout and Horsetail Falls in Queenstown
• Cruise along the breathtaking Gordon River and visit Strahan and Tullah
• Discover the charming town of Stanley and the mesmerizing Edge of the World
• Experience the Tarkine’s wonders like Trowutta Arch and Sumac Lookout
• Encounter the iconic Cradle Mountain and explore Sheffield and Launceston
• Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bay of Fires and Cataract Gorge
• Visit Wineglass Bay and Cape Tourville in Freycinet National Park
• Get up close with Tasmanian Devils and explore Richmond Village and Wellington Park
• Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Bruny Island and South Bruny National Park
• Step back in time at the Port Arthur Historic Site and Tasman National Park
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• Clothes to suit conditions (layers are a good idea)
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• Swimwear and towel (conditions permitting)
• This tour offers  Motel accommodation, based on private rooms with ensuite facilities

The walking in Tasmania is world-class, and we’ve selected beautiful walking experiences for our guests (we include many of the 60-great-short walks of Tasmania. This Ultimate 10 tour offers walks that are easy to moderate in difficulty. Some walks are guided, while others are unguided (free walking)

Accommodation Options: This tour offers motel accommodation options. • Motel accommodations are based on private rooms with ensuite facilities • If booking Twin or Double accommodation options, a minimum of 2 persons is required. We are unable to match up single travellers into a Twin share option

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Tasmania / Lutruwita

Take a bite of the Apple Isle and you'll wish you had more time to discover an untamed natural paradise at the remote edge of the earth – a land of hidden valleys, prehistoric rainforest and craggy coastlines that reveal testaments to an ancient past. The island of Tasmania is home to just 500,000 people and not only the most beautiful beach lined coasts but World Heritage-listed mountains which can be driven between in just a few hours.  

The wonders of nature await on your Tassie adventure, from the vivid hues of the Southern Lights to the tantrums of the Tasmanian Devil. Spot the Tasmanian Devil on our  Tasmanian Wonders  trip and know that your holiday contributes directly to the Save the Devil Foundation, with AAT Kings donating annually to the protection of the iconic Australian marsupial.

Delve into Tasmania's convict history, the fascinating stories of its indigenous people and the creative verve of a capital fringed by ‘The Mountain'. There are many World Heritage-listed penitentiary buildings around Tasmania to tell the history of convict life in the 19th century with the most notorious being in the coastal Port Arthur.

Throughout our trips in Lutruwita/Tasmania we offer full culturally immersive experiences. Travellers will gain a deeper understanding of early settlers in Sheffield through the murals painted in town, delve deep into historic Port Arthur guided by a local historian and visit Sarah Island for an insight into a relic of Tasmania's convict history. Lutruwita/Tasmania also offers some of the most authentic culinary experiences, from whisky distilleries,  and award-winning cheese institutions to wineries, AAT Kings will ensure you enjoy fresh local Tasmanian produce on all our trips.  An extravaganza of delicious foodie flavours, country charm and captivating heritage awaits.

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NITA Education

Nita Education provides Tasmanian Aboriginal cultural experiences across Tasmania. Owners Trish and Craig are proud palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) people, both descending from Manalargenna, Chief of the North East. Delve deep into the local Aboriginal culture with a welcome to country on the shores of the Derwent River followed by a traditional smoking ceremony (weather permitting) and a walk with your hosts around this culturally significant area where they will show you some bush tucker and where you’ll learn about their history spanning at least 2000 generations!  This enterprise provides opportunities for Tasmanian aboriginals (palawa) to share their ancient stories with visitors and ensuring not only that guests leave with a deeper understanding of this culture but also that these stories continue to be passed down through the generations. This opportunity of course also provides much needed jobs within the community.

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Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Experience the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens 14 hectares of cool climate gardens including Australia’s only Subantarctic Plant House. The Tasmanian Collection alone is worth a look for its Greater Hobart and East Coast Collections as well as Tasmanian Fernery and display of Huon Pine. Relax in the circa-1939 Conservatory listening to the bubbling sandstone fountain, stand beneath the romantic Anniversary Arch, and enjoy a quiet moment at the Lily Pond admiring the over 20 different cultivars in shades of white, apricot, pink, red, and yellow. Continue on for a serene stroll through the Japanese Garden and, if you’ve lost track of time, pop by the colorful Flower Clock. Your Tasmania tour’s MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience donation to The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens contributes to their conservation projects, Seed Bank, and care and upkeep of these picturesque gardens.

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Devils @ Cradle

Have an up-close encounter with the Tasmanian Devil and contribute to the protection and support these unique animals on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Devils@Cradle. This conservation sanctuary located at the entrance to Cradle Mountain National Park gives you a rare opportunity on your Tasmania tour to interact with the Tasmanian Devil as well as the threatened Spotted-tail and Eastern quoll. You’ll encounter the animals in action on an incredible After Dark Feeding Tour hearing about the Tasmanian Devil’s biology, behaviour, threats, and the conservation work being done at the sanctuary from your experienced keeper and guide. You’ll watch the Devils in a group feeding situation as you learn how these hunters are the largest carnivorous marsupials with powerful jaws capable of crunching and consuming bones. Watch the Devils chow down as experts serve them their meal and know that your visit is helping to protect this threatened species.

Freycinet Peninsula Cruise

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Soak in the beauty of the breathtaking Freycinet Peninsula on your Tasmania tour on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that contributes to the preservation of its wildlife. On your four-hour cruise you’ll sail past granite coastline, towering pink cliffs of the Hazards range, beaches fringed by dense bush, and the gentle shores of Coles Bay. Watch for a variety of wildlife such as penguins and short tailed shearwaters as you cruise through the inner passage of remote Schouten Island. Heading into the Tasman Sea to Wineglass Bay, peak into hidden sea caves and blowholes to see what else might be on the move. Sea eagles, pods of bow-surfing dolphins, cormorants, seals lazing on granite boulders, and even migrating humpback and Southern Right whales breaching on the turquoise waters of Wineglass Bay are all possibilities. In these pristine waters of the bay, you’ll anchor for a gourmet ploughman's lunch surrounded by sparkling white sand beaches. 

Understorey Nursery

Located in the countryside, just 20 minutes from Hobart, not-for-profit Understorey Nursery is a sustainability program that allows you to give back to the local community and preserve Tasmania’s beauty as MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience on your Tasmania tour. Lend a hand by helping volunteers pot native plants and count seeds knowing that you’re helping this nursery’s mission to encourage locals to plant natives in their gardens to support the local habitat as well as supply plants for regrowth areas in the Coal River Valley. With help from your visit, Understorey produces thousands of native plants each year to help locals who want to plant native species in their own backyards as well as wider revegetation projects. This lush and vibrant space is not only a community hub, but a fun place to get your hands dirty  

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The island of Tasmania is renowned for its pristine wilderness, abundant wildlife, gourmet food and wine, and friendly locals. On this wide-ranging journey, you’ll visit Hobart’s bustling Salamanca Market. Witness the stunning natural beauty of Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park, and indulge your tastebuds with fresh Tasmanian artisan cheeses and other delicious treats.

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On Tasmania’s West Coast discover Russell Falls, the dark waters of the Gordon River, and the pristine beauty of Cradle Mountain and Lake St Clair. Visit historic Hobart and riverside Launceston in the north. The island state’s artisan produce is justly famous – enjoy delicious gourmet cheeses and elegant cool-climate wines.

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From the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Port Arthur Historic Site, World Heritage-listed attractions steal the scene on this Tasmania tour encircling the state. In between are atmospheric towns and innovative producers, plus Cradle Mountain tours and Freycinet adventures. Steel yourself for 10 days of wonderment.

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• Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm cheese tasting
• Bridestowe Lavender Estate
• Cataract Gorge Visit
• Cradle Mountain National Park Visit and Hikes
• Devils @ Cradle Sanctuary Tour
• Freycinet National Park visit
• Gordon River Cruise
• Explore Hobart Tour
• Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees
• Live Performance 'The Ship That Never Was'
• Mount Field National Park
• Port Arthur Historic Site Visit
• Meals included: 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners

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The Tasmanian capital of Hobart may be small in size, but it’s big in attractions, as you’ll discover this afternoon. Put your destination into perspective from the summit of Mt. Nelson, offering endless vistas over Australia’s southernmost city. View the charming Georgian cottages of Battery Point and explore the cobbled streets and convict built warehouses along Salamanca Place, the backdrop of epic Saturday markets. Visit the waterfront area including Constitution Dock where the yachts finish when competing in the annual Sydney to Hobart race, and take a stroll in the second oldest Botanical Gardens in Australia with its amazing collection of plants from around the world.

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Western Tasmania is like nature writ large, a place where the wilderness rules and people are few and far between. Visiting Mount Field National Park is a humbling experience, not only for the fact it’s part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, but also because it’s home to some of the tallest eucalypts and tallest flowering plants on Earth. Wander amid these giants to reach Russell Falls – take a deep breath; your Tasmania tour has begun. Records continue to be broken at Lake St. Clair, the deepest freshwater Lake in Australia, before you arrive in Strahan, gateway to World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.

• Strahan Village (1 night)

The Gordon River is your playground today, the dark waters here given their colour by amber button-grass tannins. The only thing breaking the mirror-like surface is your chariot as you cruise through Hells Gates, the treacherous entrance to the harbour before returning to Sarah Island, a former penal colony where convicts would fell Huon pines for boat building. Disembark at Heritage Landing to view one of these 500 year old majestic trees. From Strahan motor on towards Cradle Mountain. This evening you can choose to visit some Tasmanian Devils at a sanctuary, or head out to spot wombats, wallabies, pademelons or maybe an elusive quoll who all call this wilderness home.

• Cradle Mountain Hotel (1 night)

Today has multiple highs – quite literally. The first is the 1,545-metre Cradle Mountain, your backdrop as you wander to Dove Lake and explore this ancient national park. The second high is ‘The Nut’, a dramatic 152-metre plateau created by the remains of an ancient volcanic plug. It guards over Stanley, a tiny village with swagger to spare. You could spend days exploring the town’s remarkably well-preserved heritage buildings. But more Tasmania holiday highlights await around the corner.

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If there’s a town with a cuter name than Penguin, we’re yet to find it. Locals embrace its appeal – there are penguin sculptures at every turn, including one measuring over 3 metres tall. Your journey along the northwest coast also passes through Burnie, Ulverstone and Sheffield, The Town of Murals, boasting over 100 large paintings depicting the area’s rich history and local characters. All this exploring builds an appetite. Refuel at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm, where happy cows contribute to award-winning cheeses – everything from cheddar and red Leicester to creamy Tasmanian blue.

• Best Western Plus Launceston (1 night)

There are few places in the world where you can leave the city behind and within minutes be amid an immense wilderness area. Launceston is one. Blink and you’re at Cataract Gorge, a yawning chasm carved by ancient rivers. This rare natural phenomenon unites bushland with neat Victorian gardens, replete with ferns and exotic plants. Get a different perspective of the green cavern on the scenic chairlift, zipping you over the water to a lofty lookout. We wouldn’t blame you for lingering here, perhaps to venture deeper into the gorge. Or sample further afield with a selection of optional experiences. This afternoon, the choice is yours.

You’ll smell Bridestowe before you see it, this enormous lavender farm perfuming the Tasmanian countryside. The flowers grown here aren’t just used in fragrances – they’re also infused into ice-cream, teas and jams. It’s a tasty entrée to the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers. Little penguins come out to play in Bicheno; sign up to spot them after dark as they waddle to shore from the water.

• Beachfront at Bicheno (1 night)

The colours at Freycinet National Park are so vivid you’ll think someone has taken the glasses off your nose and cleaned them for the first time: The patchwork of ocean blues that lap Coles Bay and Wineglass Bay. The dramatic pink granite cliffs. There’s a reason why Freycinet adventures star on postcards. The other place on postcards is Richmond, its grand 1820s Georgian buildings today home to bijou boutiques, galleries and cafes that appear to be lost in time

The Isle of the Dead, Devil’s Kitchen, the Blowhole, Tasman Arch and Eagle Hawk Neck, just some of the remarkable natural attractions found on the Tasman Peninsula, home also to Port Arthur where you’ll be emersed in the region’s notoriously harsh history. This is the best-preserved convict site in Australia, and among the most significant convict-era destinations worldwide. The stories these walls could tell.

It took early explorers months to circumnavigate Tasmania. You’ve completed your Tasmania tour in just 10 days. What a wild ride.

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Tasmanians still waiting for Liberal minority deal to be inked

Tasmanians have been left scratching their heads for weeks after the Premier announced a deal had been signed only for it to be called into question shortly after.

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A deal or no deal – that’s the question Tasmanians have been left with after an independent contradicted the Premier shortly after he publicly announced an arrangement had been clinched.

Jeremy Rockliff has spent the past three weeks wooing the crossbench after the Liberals failed to secure the numbers at the election to govern in their own right.

Speaking on radio on Friday morning, the Premier declared he’d received a written, and signed, assurance of “supply and confidence” from independent David O’Byrne.

“We can now move forward of course and have a parliament that is workable, that listens to everyone’s ideas, but provides that certainty and stability that Tasmanians want,” he told ABC Radio Hobart.

But a short time later, Mr O’Byrne clarified negotiations were still ongoing.

“Discussions are still ongoing and no arrangements have been finalised,” he said in a statement.

“I intend to provide supply and confidence to the Premier and this government in the absence of any other party putting their hand up and attempting to form a government.”

Mr Rockliff needs the support of just one more crossbencher after inking a deal with three Jacqui Lambie Network MPs on Wednesday.

The agreement means the JLN three would not vote against the Liberals on censure or no-confidence motions “except in cases of malfeasance or corruption”.

In exchange, an independent assessor will look at the state’s finances and the proposed AFL stadium and the integrity commission will be reviewed.

It’s not clear if Mr O’Byrne would be bound by the same conditions, but Mr Rockliff insisted there had been no horse trading for his support.

“I’ve offered him nothing in return – except goodwill and partnership,” he said.

“We’ll talk over the course of the next week or so … David and I will work on a more formal arrangement. We’ll make it public.”

Mr O’Byrne quit the Labor Party at the start of the year to run as an independent after he was exiled from its parliamentary party and he failed to secure preselection.

He was elected to parliament in 2010 and was leader of the party for all of 51 days in 2021, resigning after he was accused of sexually harassing a junior staffer a decade earlier.

An internal investigation found his behaviour was “inappropriate and wrong” but did not amount to sexual harassment.

Mr O’Byrne has previously said his actions had been inappropriate but at the time he believed they were consensual.

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