Itinerary Summary

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1 - 2	Hobart	Buzzing Metropolis, Adventure Sports, Culture & Heritage	Sullivans Cove Apartments, Henry Jones Art Hotel
2 - 3	Port Arthur	UNESCO World Heritage Site, Outdoors & Hiking, Cruises	Port Arthur Villas, Stewarts Bay Lodge
3 - 5	Coles Bay	Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Landscapes & Beach	Freycinet Lodge, Freycinet Lodge
5 - 6	St Helens	Angling Capital, Game Fishing, Whales & Seal Colonies	Tidal Waters Resort
6 - 7	Launceston	Cataract Gorge, Adventure & Outdoors, Museum & art Galleries, Tamar Valley	City Park Grand Hotel Launceston
7 - 9	Cradle Mountain National Park	Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Site, Mt Ossa & Lake St Clair, Tasmanian Devil, Aboriginal Cultural Walks	Cradle Mountain Wilderness Village, Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge
9 - 10	Strahan	Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Site, Franklin–Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, River Cruises	Franklin Manor
10 - 11	Hobart	Buzzing Metropolis, Adventure Sports, Culture & Heritage	Wrest Point, Islington Hotel

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 2

International Arrival

Pick up your rental car at Hobart Airport

Hobart

1 Night

Hobart, the popular port city, is the capital of Tasmania. Standing by the Derwent River, its busy waterfront buzzes with crowds visiting trendy cafés, pubs and bars, and traveling via ferries or swanky yachts to attend its many cultural festivals.

Included Activities

Personalized Walking Tour of Hobart
Delve into the Tasmanian capital’s fascinating past and exciting present on this enjoyable city walk. Join your local guide and watch Hobart come alive through the engaging stories of its transformation into a buzzing waterfront city. Walk past heritage buildings and learn about the iconic characters and the histories associated with the city’s early landmarks. Take a tour of modern Hobart with a visit to Salamanca and Battery Point, before returning to your hotel. (Duration: 3 hrs; Private Activity; Fitness level: Moderate; Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Please note this tour is also wheelchair friendly).

Hotel Options

Sullivans Cove Apartments – Opt 1

Room	1 Bedroom Executive Apartment
Meals	Breakfast
Style	International

Henry Jones Art Hotel – Opt 2

Room	Standard Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 2 - 3

Drive yourself from Hobart to Port Arthur in your rental car (Duration: 1.5 hrs)

Port Arthur

1 Night

Port Arthur is a small town and colonial-era convict settlement in Tasmania. A popular tourist destination today, the UNESCO World Heritage site attracts you with its old ruins and convict narratives.

Included Activities

Shared Tour of Port Arthur’s Historic Sites
Journey back in time to experience Port Arthur’s tumultuous settler past over the course of two consecutive days. Kickstart your visit with a 40 minute, guided Introductory Walking Tour to the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic site. Check out the many popular landmarks of this former convict colony ranging from the unconsecrated Convict Church to the Cemetery, which marks the final resting place of more than 1000 convicts, soldiers and free settlers. Feel the chill run up your spine at sites like the Penitentiary, originally built as a flour mill and granary in 1843, before it was split into dormitories and cells to house convicts as well as the dreaded Separate Prison, where physical punishment gave way to psychological torture. On the second day, you can start your tour with the Port Arthur Gallery where interesting displays and interactive exhibits narrate the history of Port Arthur and its evolution into a settlement. Use your site tickets to enjoy a 25-minute Harbor Cruise that takes you past Point Puer and Isle of the Dead. After all that sightseeing, it is time to head to 1830 Restaurant & Bar where you can relish delicious Australian food complemented with craft beer or a bottle of fine Tasmanian wine. (Site entry ticket for two consecutive days included).

Hotel Options

Port Arthur Villas – Opt 1

Room	Studio Apartment
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Guest house

Stewarts Bay Lodge – Opt 2

Room	One Bedroom Log Cabin - Bush View
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Day 3 - 5

Drive yourself from Port Arthur to Freycinet National Park in your rental car (Duration: 3 hrs)

Coles Bay

2 Nights

The Coles Bay and Freycinet National Park area in the island state of Tasmania is undoubtedly best known for the beautiful Wineglass Bay. This is a protected island landscape of coastal mountains and wonderfully tranquil beaches with numerous walking trails.

Included Activities

Shared Wineglass Bay Cruise from the Sky Lounge
Discover the romance of Wineglass Bay, one of the most exquisite attractions of the Freycinet Peninsula. Sail across the glittering blue waters of the bay to arrive at a crescent-shaped beach. Soak in the magical beauty of the setting where shimmering white sands edge turquoise blue waters. Watch out for wildlife like seabirds, and if lucky, you may even be able to glimpse bottlenose dolphins and Australian Fur seals. Savor a Tasmanian Ploughman’s lunch when anchored, during which freshly shucked oysters vie with nature cooled local wine for appreciation. On your way back, visit the skipper’s cabin after which you can settle down to the gorgeous scenery all around in the comfort of your private deck. (Shared Activity; Group size: Max 28 guests; Morning tea, freshly shucked oysters, canapes, ploughman’s lunch, private deck, direct access to skipper’s cabin, drinks at anchor in Wineglass Bay included).

Shared Tour of Freycinet Bay by Sea Kayak
Explore the myriad natural attractions of Freycinet National Park, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. Embark on your kayak and paddle along striking coastal features like Honeymoon Bay, the Fisheries and the Old Quarry. Discover the mystery of hidden coves and the romance of untouched beaches. Marvel at the last rays of the sun illuminating the pink granite peaks and peer beneath crystal clear waters for glimpses of underwater flora and fauna. Catch sight of sea eagles soaring above mountain tops as well as other wildlife marking the spectacular horizon. Learn all about the precious habitat of the Park as well as the exciting history of early settlers, European explorers and legendary whalers from your knowledgeable local guide. Savor an afternoon tea on the sparkling sands of a beautiful beach before you are ready to head back to your hotel. (Shared Activity; Group size: 2-12 guests; Duration: 3 hrs; Time: 1730 hrs; Please note that all sea kayaking equipment, stable double kayaks, warm jacket, spray jacket, dry-bag for personal items, service of guide, light refreshments are included. Please carry drinking water, hat, sunglasses and wear comfortable clothes (likely to get wet)).

Hotel Options

Freycinet Lodge – Opt 1

Room	One Room Cabin
Meals	Room Only
Style	Lodge

Freycinet Lodge – Opt 2

Room	Mountain Terrace King Room
Meals	Room Only
Style	Lodge

Day 5 - 6

Drive yourself from Freycinet National Park to St. Helens in your rental car (Duration: 1.5 hrs)

St Helens

1 Night

St Helens, standing on Georges Bay, is home to Tasmania’s largest fishing fleet. Tracing its roots back to a little 19th century fishing town, it is today known as the state’s angling capital.

Included Activities

Explore St Helens on your own
Head out from your hotel at a convenient time as you embark on this self-guided activity. You could spend the day having fun in the surf and sand. Enjoy swimming in the clear waters off the pristine beaches before lounging in the sun. Or, explore the depths of the underwater caves with some scuba diving and snorkeling. You could also head out on an invigorating hour-long walk to Saint Helens Point, with a stop en route to marvel at the stunning Peron Dunes. If game fishing is your kind of pastime, then do not miss the chance to snare varieties such as albacore tuna and yellowfin tuna while at the game fishing capital of Tasmania. Relish your pick of seafood delicacies at one of the local eateries before you head back to your hotel. (Half Day; Self-guided Activity & Transfers).

Hotel Options

Tidal Waters Resort – Opt 1

Room	Garden View Room
Meals	Room Only
Style	Resort

Day 6 - 7

Drive yourself from St. Helens to Launceston in your rental car (Duration: 2 hrs)

Launceston

1 Night

Launceston, or ‘Lonnie’, as it is more affectionately called by Launcestonians, is a northern Tasmanian town that sits by the banks of the Tamar River. Its outdoorsy lifestyle, with good food and trendy cafés thrown in, makes it very hard for travelers to resist it.

Included Activities

Shared Winery Tour in Launceston
Discover how Tasmanian grapes make their way from vineyards to wine bottles on a tour of one of the finest wineries in Launceston. Arrive at rolling valleys awash in picture-postcard beauty and then proceed on a guided tour through lush vineyards. See how the grapevines are nurtured and examine luscious bunches in various stages of growth. Next, get a behind-the-scenes look at the workings of a winery as you sample wines in different phases of maturing. Head to the Cellar Door for a two-course lunch of fresh local produce paired with the perfect glass of estate wine. Finally, raise a toast to the exquisite beauty of Launceston wine growing region which produces some of the most reputed labels in the world. (Shared Activity; Group size: 2-40 guests; Lunch and wine tasting included).

Hotel Options

City Park Grand Hotel Launceston – Opt 1

Room	Deluxe Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Day 7 - 9

Drive yourself from Launceston to Cradle Mountain National Park in your rental car (Duration: 2 hrs)

Cradle Mountain National Park

2 Nights

Cradle Mountain National Park is situated in the Central Highlands of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, the park is marked by precious ancient rainforests, rugged mountains with pine forests, alpine moors, glacial lakes and mountain streams.

Destination Cradle Mountain National Park in Australia

Included Activities

Shared After Dark Wildlife Tour
Discover how the nocturnal animals of the Cradle Mountain National Park set about the business of hunting and feeding. Head out on the wildlife trails of the Park after darkness has fallen. Using environment-friendly lights, follow the movements of indigenous animals in the sanctuary. Learn all about nocturnal habits of the Tasmanian Devils as you spot them feeding and interacting in groups. Experience the thrill of watching these night-time activities and head back to your hotel, having acquired precious knowledge of the wildlife of the land. (Shared Activity; Group size: Max 20 guests; Times: 1730 hrs or 2030 hrs during daylight saving time).

Shared Devil’s Feast After Dark Tour
Get ready for a wildlife activity with a difference – encountering the Tasmanian Devil while feeding, followed by a feast of your own! As the sun dips behind the Cradle Mountains, set off on a wildlife trail through the dense primitive rainforest. Accompany your experienced naturalist guide to the ideal place for viewing the feeding habits of Tasmanian Devils. Feel the chill on your spine as you witness the animals devour their food. Later, unwind by roasting marshmallows around a bonfire as you savor pre-dinner drinks complemented by a delightful platter of nibbles made from fresh Tasmanian produce. (Shared Activity; Group size: 4-20 guests).

Hotel Options

Cradle Mountain Wilderness Village – Opt 1

Room	One Bedroom Cottage
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge – Opt 2

Room	Pencil Pine Cabin
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Lodge

Day 9 - 10

Drive yourself from Cradle Mountain National Park to Strahan in your rental car (Duration: 2 hrs)

Strahan

1 Night

Strahan is a Tasmanian seaside town that traces its roots to an old fishing village and colonial-era convict settlement. Wedged between Macquarie Harbour and ancient rainforests, the striking little town lies within the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

Included Activities

Shared Strahan Cruise with Upper Deck Lunch
Experience the magnificence of the Tasmanian outdoors on a Strahan Cruise. Set off in the morning across the Macquarie Harbour, the second largest natural harbor in Australia. Make the thrilling passage through treacherous Hell’s Gate, named so by convicts who used to be taken to their penal settlements via this route. As you sip your morning tea, cruise by ancient rainforests on majestic mountains of the World Heritage-listed South West Wilderness National Park. Arrive at the breathtaking Gordon River whose crystal clear waters mirror the natural magnificence all around. Come ashore to marvel at the grandeur of the 2000-year-old pines and then proceed to Sarah Island. Learn all about the exciting history of the island from your guide and how one of the earliest penal settlements in the country became a symbol of human enterprise over adversity. On your way back to Strahan, enjoy a buffet lunch of hot and cold delicacies followed by your afternoon tea at the stylish upper viewing deck. (Shared Activity; Group size: Max 99 guests; Hot & cold buffet lunch, morning & afternoon tea, all beverages, services of guide/steward included).

Hotel Options

Franklin Manor – Opt 1

Room	Queen Room
Meals	Room Only

Day 10 - 11

Drive yourself from Strahan to Hobart in your rental car (Duration: 4.5 hrs)

Hobart

1 Night

Hotel Options

Wrest Point – Opt 1

Room	Water Edge Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	International

Islington Hotel – Opt 2

Room	Attic Room
Meals	Breakfast
Style	Boutique

Drop off your rental car at Hobart Airport

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 3,490 /person
Option 2 From $ 4,090 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation & meals as specified in the itinerary
Activities & excursions as specified in the itinerary
Transportation services as specified in the itinerary
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip

Not Included

Entrance fees & meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
Tips & personal expenses
Visa & tourism fees
Travel, health and cancellation insurance
International airfare

Road Trip: Tasmania Island Discovery

Itinerary Summary

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Itinerary Details

Hobart

Port Arthur

Coles Bay

St Helens

Launceston

Cradle Mountain National Park

Strahan

Hobart

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