Perfect Tasmania

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Like its name suggests, this is your perfect Tasmania tour. Experience stellar sunsets, dramatic landscapes from Freycinet coast’s pink-hued peaks to picturesque Wineglass Bay, wildlife you can only find in Tassie, Port Arthur’s rich history, local wines, and fresh food from both land and sea.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • DiscoverHobart
    • Explore Hellyer's Road Whisky Distillery, Cataract Gorge, Bridestowe Lavender Estate, and Port Arthur Historic Site with a Local Specialist
    • Scenic Cruise on the Gordon River, and on Wineglass Bay
    • View Dove Lake in Cradle Mountain National Park, and the historic Ross Bridge
    • Visit Salamanca Market, Royal Botanical Gardens Hobart, Russell Falls, Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Parks
    • Connect with Locals
    • Dive into Culture
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
    • Stays With Stories

What's this trip about?

    Like its name suggests, this is your perfect Tasmania tour. Experience stellar sunsets, dramatic landscapes from Freycinet coast’s pink-hued peaks to picturesque Wineglass Bay, wildlife you can only find in Tassie, Port Arthur’s rich history, local wines, and fresh food from both land and sea.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityHobart (TAS)
End CityHobart (TAS)

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Australia

Attractions

  • Hobart
  • Tasmania

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Hobart

Welcome to Hobart, the capital of Australia’s smallest state and the starting point for your adventure (flights to arrive prior to 3pm). Arriving at your hotel opposite Constitution Dock, you’ll soon see how this is the perfect base for your time in Hobart. Ease into ...

Day 2: Discover Old and New Hobart

Today kicks off with a feast for the senses as you graze your way through the sights, sounds, and flavours of Hobart’s Salamanca Market, hearing about its history and discovering the best spots to sample cheeses, pickles, oysters, truffles, cider, and more. You’ll soo...

Day 3: Strahan, Gateway to Macquarie Harbour

Your first taste of the dramatic Tasmanian landscapes you’ve been dreaming of come to life today journeying west to Mt. Field National Park to see the magnificent, tiered cascade of Russell Falls. Then take the winding road to iconic Lake St. Clair, Australia’s deepes...

Day 4: Cruise on the River Snatched from the Brink

Heading to areas of untouched wilderness today, you’ll take in the landscapes from a different view cruising Gordon River with a Local Specialist. Gazing out the floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll be awestruck by the dark waters, stained amber by Button-grass tannins. S...

Day 5: Cradle Mountain's Wonderful Wilderness

You’ll want to rise early and make the most of every minute of this active day discovering the inspiring beauty of Cradle Mountain National Park - one of Australia’s most famous national parks protecting this glaciated landscape’s flora and fauna. Visit the Waldheim C...

Day 6: Launceston, Capital of the North

Indulge the foodie within on today’s adventures. Starting strong and sensory, go behind the scenes at Hellyers Road Whisky Distillery in Burnie, home to one of Australia's best single malt distilled whiskies. See what’s distilling, learn how to taste with one of the r...

Day 7: Wilderness and Wine in Launceston

Culture, wildlife, and history combine this morning in the wilderness of Launceston's Cataract Gorge. You’ll be welcomed by an Aboriginal Elder and Local Specialist who’ll show you around the gorge explaining the flora and fauna as well as the significance the gorge p...

Day 8: Escape to Freycinet National Park

The floral undertones will linger long after your decadent, sensory experience at Bridestowe Lavender Estate, producer of high-quality lavender since 1922. On your tour of the farm with a Local Specialist, you’ll discover they produce one of the only single flower hon...

Day 9: Discover the Bays of Freycinet

Start the day with a drive through dry eucalypt forests to Cape Tourville for a walk that will reward you with views of brilliant blue water and golden beaches. Make sure your camera is charged for today’s highlight, the best of stunning Freycinet Peninsula on a four-...

Day 10: Welcome Back to Hobart

This morning you’ll journey west and down through the Midlands stopping for morning tea in the pretty riverside town of Ross. Renowned for being the finest 19th-century village in Australia, you’ll fall in love with its cobbled pathways, elm-lined streets and moreish ...

Day 11: Explore Historic Port Arthur

Today you’ll Dive Into Culture exploring the historical side of Tassie at Port Arthur with a Local Specialist. Begin by crossing Eaglehawk Neck to the Tasman Peninsula and enjoying a cruise of the harbour around the Isle of the Dead before a fascinating guided walk th...

Day 12: Make the Most of Hobart

Today is yours to explore more of Australia’s southern-most capital or go further afield to its wilder surroundings. You could choose an Optional Experience day trip to Bruny Island and take in Australia’s highest sea cliffs and craggy formations by boat. A proper adv...

Day 13: Farewell Hobart

This morning after breakfast, we say farewell to our newfound friends as your Australia tour comes to an end and you are transferred to Hobart Airport (flights anytime). It’s been a big week for adventuring, sightseeing, and tasting the best of Tasmania and we hope to see you again soon!

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Last Updated: 6/24/2024

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Harry Olsen

Mar 2023

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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Farewell Dinner
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 12 Breakfasts
  • 3 Lunches
  • 6 Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • All land transport shown. All transfers shown
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Optional Experiences and free time
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