Day 1: Arrive Hobart

Prepare for a journey of discovery, delving into cultural history and awe-inspiring natural wonders. Arrive in the romantic harbour town of 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:
You may also choose to explore the thought-provoking Museum of Old & New Art (MONA). Or choose to explore Hobart during a historical guided walking tour. As another option, cruise the River Derwent on the 'Spirit of Hobart'. Alternatively, you can sit back and relax during an afternoon high tea.

Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Russell Falls, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Strahan

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

Stay: Two nights, Strahan Village
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Gordon River, Strahan

From the comfort of the Captain's Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Rivers National Park. Stopping at Heritage Landing, prepare for a guided rainforest walk. Back on board, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch of fresh Tasmanian product before arriving at Tasmania's World Heritage-listed Sarah Island. Here you will 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.

Signature Experience:
Board the luxurious Spirit of the Wild for a cruise along the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Stanley, Tarkine, Smithton

This morning, depart Strahan to Stanley, set in the shadow of The Nut. Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River. Continue to the Julius River Forest Reserve for a rainforest walk and afternoon tea, including Tasmanian wine and cake made with locally produced honey. Later, head to Smithton for an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner.

Signature Experience: Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River.
Signature Experience: Tonight, enjoy a special Tasmanian Fare dinner featuring local produce.

Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Dove Lake, Sheffield, Launceston 

Travel along the northern coastline before heading inland to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, admire the beauty Dove Lake and visit Waldheim Chalet on a guided tour. Afterwards, continue to the historic town of Sheffield, famous for the striking murals that adorn the town's buildings, among other quaint constructions and artworks. Later, arrive into Tasmania's northern capital, Launceston.

Signature Experience: 
Today set out to explore Dove Lake with a friendly local guide, admiring the beauty of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

Stay: Three Nights, Launceston, Peppers Silo Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Launceston

Packed with a plethora of old country charm, delicious food and wine, elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture, Launceston has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia, spend the morning exploring this city with a visit to Entally House, an enchanting historic homestead surrounded by splendid gardens. The house contains a magnificent collection of regency furniture and fine silver, and its outbuildings include a chapel, coach house, stables, and Australia's oldest conservatory. Continue onwards to Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation on the outskirts of Launceston. Follow the path along the river to explore the geological wonders and soak up the fresh Tasmanian air. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7: Launceston

This morning enjoy your selected sightseeing activity. Afterwards, visit Josef Chromy, a northern winery that prides itself on celebrating Tasmanian grapes. The remainder of the afternoon will be enjoyed at your leisure.

Freedom of Choice: Perhaps discover the wonders of Seahorse World or see the elusive inhabitants of Platypus House in a unique indoor setting. Alternatively, embark on a historical journey as you enjoy a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre. Or, enjoy a fully guided tour of James Boag's historic brewery, which concludes with a tasting.

Signature Experience: 
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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8: Launceston, Bridestowe Lavender Estate, St Helens

Signature Experience: 
Today you'll travel through the scenic wine-producing areas of northern Tasmania en route to the Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Here, take a tour of the distillery and sample unique lavender-infused fare.

After visiting Bridestowe Lavender Estate, traverse Weldborough Pass and admire the views of forested hills and farmland. Then, travel to the largest town on the north-east coast of Tasmania, St Helens. Known as the game fishing capital of Tasmania, enjoy a two-night stay on the edge of Georges Bay.

Stay: Two Nights, St Helens, Panorama Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9: Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park

After breakfast this morning, you'll travel south and join your Wineglass Bay Cruise to experience the exquisite beauty of Freycinet Peninsula's pristine sheer cliffs, sea caves and remote coves on the Schouten Passage II eco-catamaran. With a highly skilled, local skipper learn about the rich natural history, geology, ecosystems and heritage of the region. Enjoy a delicious ploughman’s style lunch of fresh local produce. After your cruise, visit Freycinet National Park Visitor Centre and enjoy a guided tour along Cape Tourville, admiring the stunning coastal scenery before returning to St Helens.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 10: Ross, Richmond, Hobart

Visit the historic towns of Ross and Richmond on your way to Hobart. Later, arrive in Tasmania’s capital for a guided discovery which takes you through the city’s Botanical Gardens and heritage district of Battery Point.

Stay: Two Nights, Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Hobart, Port Arthur

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 Separate Prison. You'll then step aboard 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. Afterwards, visit the Tasmanian Devil ‘Unzoo’ and learn about their efforts to preserve the unique wildlife of Tasmania. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12: Depart Hobart

This morning, walk 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.

Meals: Breakfast

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