Wild Tasmania Tour

Tasmania Tour Highlights Included:

• The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
• Hobart’s iconic Salamanca Market
• Mount Field National Park including Russell Falls & Lake St Clair
• Gordon River Cruise in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Cradle Mountain National Park and Dove Lake
• Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden
• A Farm to Fork lunch at Mt. Gnomon Farm
• A famous Tamar Valley winery
• Launceston’s stunning Cataract Gorge

Sample Tour Itinerary (Subject to Change):

Day 1: Welcome to Hobart, Australia

The Tasmanian capital packs a lot of punch into such a small perimeter, from restaurants that garner global praise to moody wine bars, eye-opening galleries, waterside walks and character-filled historic precincts. Explore at your leisure before meeting your group for dinner.

Day 2: Hobart

Your morning excursions delve deep into many of the things that make Hobart great: from the Mt. Nelson Lookout, offering dizzying views over the city and Derwent River; to historic Battery Point and the Cascade Brewery. End the tour at the leafy Botanical Gardens spotlighting endemic plants. This afternoon, discover Hobart’s mighty Salamanca Market, sample gin and whisky or order a coffee while perusing locally made arts and crafts. The Salamanca precinct, amid historic sandstone buildings, is almost as pretty as the produce.

Day 3: Hobart – Strahan

The West Coast of Tassie is wild – in the best possible way. The air seems cleaner, the lakes cooler, the colours brighter, the waterfalls larger… as you’ll discover when the mist envelops you at tiered Russell Falls. This is part of Mt. Field National Park, the state’s most diverse nature reserve. Lake St. Clair is the deepest of its kind in Australia, carved by ice during glaciations over the last two million years. Skirt the World Heritage listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, before arriving in Strahan. Small in population but big in personality, the town overlooks the immense Macquarie Harbour (that happens to be seven times the size of Sydney Harbour).

Day 4: Strahan – Cradle Mountain

No day that involves a cruise is a bad day, especially if it’s the deep, dark waters of the far-flung Tassie’s Gordon River. Soak up the silence of this untouched wilderness area on your Gordon River cruise enroute to Sarah Island, the state’s oldest convict settlement. Today, the island’s haunting ruins have been reclaimed by nature, enveloped by forest and twisting vines. Your commute toward immense Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park sees you travel through tiny mining towns scattered amongst the mountainous wild terrain.

Day 5: Cradle Mountain

Cradle Mountain owes much of its protected status to early settlers Gustav and Kate Weindorfer, who were pivotal in championing the conservation of the area. Their efforts are remembered at Waldheim Chalet, their former home, set among myrtles and King Billy pines that gradually give way to moss-covered ancient rainforests and deep river gorges, snow-tipped peaks and wild alpine moorlands. This is the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, carved by glacial waterways like Dove Lake. You can see why Bennetts wallabies, echidnas, wombats and pademelons live here – you, too, will find it hard to tear yourself away. If you’re a night person, consider enlisting to spot Tassie’s nocturnal animals, whether at a devil sanctuary or in the wild. Optional Experience (additional expense):  Cradle Mountain tours see you spotting elusive creatures. Where else in the world can you say you saw a devil feed?

Day 6: Cradle Mountain – Launceston

Begin your day with a visit to The Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden. Wander through 11 hectares of stunning gardens, ornate structures, and tranquil lakes, where over half the world’s 1,000 rhododendron species flourish. Dedicated volunteers have lovingly shaped this botanical haven, and if you’re lucky, you might spot a platypus! Next, travel east along the coast to Penguin, a town as charming as its name suggests. Then, at Mount Gnomon Farm, sample brews crafted from apples grown in the heritage orchard and savour a paddock-to-plate lunch, rich in local flavours. Finally, continue to quirky Sheffield, the famed ‘Town of Murals,’ before winding your way through the scenic Meander Valley to Launceston.

Day 6: Depart Launceston, Tasmania

It’s no secret that Tasmania is renowned for producing some of the finest food in Australia, thanks to its clean air, pure water, and fertile soil. Begin your day at the Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company, where you can sample delectable sauces, jams, mustards, and relishes and learn about the local produce and ingredients grown here. By the time you arrive at Josef Chromy Vineyard, you’ll be ready to quench your thirst with a glass of Tasmania’s exceptional cool-climate wine, crafted to perfection. Next, prepare to be awe-inspired by Cataract Gorge. This stunning natural attraction boasts a lush blend of bushland and meticulously maintained Victorian gardens, all conveniently located within walking distance of the Launceston CBD. Don’t miss this Optional Experience*, a chance to ride the longest single-span chairlift in the world, offering incredible views of the gorge below. This afternoon, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Launceston, known as the city of gastronomy, where culinary delights await. If your journey doesn’t end here, we highly recommend extending your adventure with one of our carefully curated optional tours to explore even more of Tasmania’s treasures!

Ask our Destination Specialists about adding the best flights to your Tasmania Tour, or adding extra time in Australia. If you are looking for something else we have many other Australia and New Zealand guided tours to choose from.