Following breakfast we will explore the city on a guided tour and visit the Botanical Gardens. Tonight, delight in a welcome dinner and drink with fellow APT travellers.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

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.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Stay: Strahan Village, Harbour View Room.

After breakfast this morning, board the luxurious Spirit of the Wild for a cruise along
the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River. From the comfort of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Wild 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 produce before arriving at Tasmania’s World Heritage listed Sarah Island. Here you’ll 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. From here, set off by coach for the remarkable Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge, set right on the edge of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Two Nights: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge.

Today set out to explore Dove Lake with a friendly local guide, admiring the beauty of
Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Visit Waldheim Chalet, then enjoy your Freedom of Choice Sightseeing inclusion. Perhaps indulge in a wine and cheese tasting or learn about the flora and fauna of the region during a walk with a naturalist guide. Alternatively, enjoy a free afternoon then go searching for native
animals on a night spotlight tour.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Today, travel 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. Later, head to Smithton for an exclusive Tasmanian fare dinner.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel.

This morning you will visit 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. Afterwards, travel to Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation on the outskirts of the city. Follow the path along the river to explore the geological wonders and soak up the fresh Tasmanian air.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Two Nights: Launceston, Peppers Silo Hotel.

Packed with a plethora of old country charm, delicious food and wine and elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture, Launceston has one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia. Here, enjoy your selected sightseeing activity. 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, embark on a fully guided tour of James Boag’s historic brewery, which concludes in a tasting.

Continue to Josef Chromy, a northern 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. The remainder of the afternoon will be enjoyed at your leisure.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

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, traverse Weldborough Pass, past forested hills and farmland, and stop at East Coast Natureworld to meet a Tasmanian devil. This evening, enjoy a relaxed dinner.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Two Nights: Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge.

After breakfast this morning, you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour along Cape Tourville,
admiring the stunning coastal scenery. Tonight, savour a gourmet BBQ that showcases the finest regional produce, with views overlooking Coles Bay (weather permitting).

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Depart for Hobart this morning. On arrival, select your preferred sightseeing activity. You may like to take a look behind the Cascade Brewery’s sandstone facade and admire the workings of this unique brewery. Or, you may choose to explore the infamous and thought-provoking Museum of Old & New Art. Alternatively, take a fun guided tour looking at the history of alcohol in Hobart, or perhaps enjoy a historical guided walking tour. Spend the remainder of your day at leisure.

Included: • Breakfast
Three Nights: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Harbour View Room.

Today, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site (pictured below) 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 there. Afterwards, you’ll see historic rock formations including the Tessellated Pavement, and Tasman Arch. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck.

Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

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.

Included: • Breakfast

Following breakfast we say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.

Included: • Breakfast