2026 “Treasures of Tasmania” departing 11 February – Open for bookings!

Depart Brisbane (or other capital cities) for Hobart.  On arrival transfer to our hotel located at Battery Point.  We will start with a City & Mt Wellington tour* and in the after enjoy an orientation walk  before our ‘Welcome Dinner’ tonight. (*subject to group arrival times)

Today we set out to explore the Huon Valley and the Tahune Airwalk.  This stunning treetop walkway gives you a bird’s-eye view of the forest as you walk 20m above the forest floor. The stunning climax is a steel viewing point cantilevered nearly 50m above the ground, and overlooking the river.
Our next stop will be the Franklin Boat Centre where we’ll learn a little about Franklin’s Maritime History and the precious boat building timbers that are found exclusively in Tasmania.

After breakfast we travel to the Tasman Peninsula and visit Port Arthur for an in-depth tour of the site and buildings where between 1830 and 1877, about 12,500 convicts served sentences at what is now the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site.  After this we continue on to the natural geological attractions of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.

Today is yours to explore or take it easy as you wish.  The famous ‘Salamanca Market’ is open from 8.30am to 3pm for you to explore at your leisure along with a stroll around the harbour.  If the history of Antarctica is of interest to you, don’t miss Mawsons Hut Museum down by the harbour or you might take the ‘Hop on, Hop off bus’ and explore outside the city centre to The Botanical Gardens, Wrest Point Casino and/or Cascades Brewery. 

We leave town today and head to Mt Field National Park to explore Russell Falls and later continue on to The Salmon Ponds, established in the mid 1800’s.  Take a walk back in time amidst the historic buildings, hatchery and fish ponds, all set within the original 19th century English style of superb trees, hedges and lawns.  

After breakfast you will walk to Pennicott Booking Centre where you will take a 2.5hour cruise from Hobarts Waterfront.  Cruising down the Derwent River you will pass historic Battery Point now one of Tasmania’s Premium residential addresses.  You will see landmarks such as Wrest Point Casino and the Shot Tower and further along the river, Mount Wellington.  Arriving at Iron Pot, Australia’s oldest lighthouse, be immersed in the fascinating history.  Drive then to Richmond Bridge for a photo opportunity and a wander around the township.  Dinner tonight own expense.  

Today we visit the World Heritage-listed Cascades Female Factory which tells the story of the displacement, mistreatment and forced migration of convict women and girls, and their contribution to colonisation throughout the history of colonial Australia to the present day.  You then depart for the East Coast “Great Eastern Drive”, stopping at locations such as Triabunna, Devils Corner Vineyard and Look Out.  National Park pass is included.  Check in at your hotel at St. Helens for our 3 night stay.  

After breakfast at the hotel we travel to Coles Bay / Freycinet Peninsula.  You may have an opportunity to do the walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout.  Then drive to Cape Tourville for spectacular views.  At Coles Bay you will stop for refreshments and lunch (own expense).  Dinner tonight is included.  

We head north today towards Binalong Bay with its pristine white sandy beaches and aqua coloured water and The Gardens, an ideal spot to get away from it all with some of the best vistas of the Bay of Fires. Our final destination for today is St Helens overlooking Georges Bay.

Leaving St Helens we continue north to Derby before turning inland to Legerwood and then to Bridestowe Lavender Farm. The farm was established in the early 1920’s and their oil is equal in quality to French lavender oil and free of camphor making it much sought after around the world. On our arrival in Launceston we’ll settle in to our grand hotel for a 3 night stay.

What a lovely day today as you travel to Seahorse World, Platypus House and Beaconsfield Mine Museum.  You will have time to find lunch and then on the return to Launceston we will visit Cataract Gorge.  

A day to catch your breath and enjoy your beautiful surrounds. City Park is not far from our hotel and the beautiful Holy Trinity Anglican Church is straight across the road. Launceston, or ‘Lonnie’ as known by the locals, is Tasmania’s second-largest city packed full of heritage, art galleries and museums.

As we make our way towards Smithton today we will indulge in some culinary delights along the way stopping at Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm, the Ashgrove Cheese Factory and The House of Anvers Chocolate. We’ll travel along the coast to the quaint town of Penguin and then to Wynyard for spectacular coastal views before arriving at Smithton for our 2 night stay.

This morning your guide will meet you at Tall Timbers and board the coach to explore the Tarkine area.  Drive south of Stanley taking in the beautiful farming country near Edith Creek and Roger River.  You will have a visit to Julius River and have the opportunity for a 20 minute boardwalk tour of the rainforest.  There will be free time to explore.  
As we return to Smithton we will visit Stanley and The Nut.

We depart Smithton this morning for our highlight destination today, Cradle Mountain, where you visit the famous Dove Lake and can walk the 6km circuit for epic views of the mountain. Lunch is included today before we travel to Strahan for our overnight stay and to reflect on the beauty of Cradle Mountain.

Enjoy a fabulous day cruising on the Gordon River with lunch included. Step aboard and glide through the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Experience the untouched rainforest, rugged history and fascinating characters of Tasmania’s west coast. Dinner tonight is included on our return to Strahan.

A train journey today onboard the West Coast Train to and from Strahan (subject to availability). The afternoon is yours to explore before a great night out at the theatre to enjoy the famous ‘Ship That Never Was’.

We’ll set off this morning stopping at Nelson Waterfall, Derwent Bridge and The Wall in the Wilderness. The beautifully carved works in Huon pine depict the history, hardship and perseverance of the people in the Central Highlands and pay homage to the individuals who settled and protected the area. A farewell dinner tonight.

Time to explore before our flight home