Hobart is locally famous for it's Salamanca markets. They only run on Saturdays, but most days of the week, the local artisan shops are still open. They are tucked in little laneways, but well worth the time to find them. Great wool products and some truly amazing jewerly are just a some of the treasures I've uncovered while exploring!
- Candice
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Designed to give you a taste of Tasmania, its diverse scenery and unique wildlife. Meet our mate and your private guide, Bushy, for a gourmet outdoor wildlife encounter. Meander through wilderness galleries and gorges. Touch a Tasmanian Devil and see penguins up close as they nest in the front yard of your accommodations. Hike to the Wineglass Bay lookout and discover natural caves on a boat ride along Tasmania’s rugged coastline. Discover Tasmania’s heritage at the local markets and Port Arthur penal colony.<br />
Day 1
Arrive into Hobart, collect your mid size automatic rental car and make your way into the city. Your hotel is located on Hobart’s waterfront and is Australia’s first dedicated art hotel, with over 300 pieces of artwork throughout the property. A former jam factory built in 1804, it has be transformed into an exceptional boutique hotel in the perfect location for exploration. Enjoy a stroll through Hobart's legendary and colorful Salamanca Market, taking in the fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, preserves, wines and arts & craft that are on offer. For an up close encounter with Tasmanian Devils, a stop at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is a must. (Ask us about the night time encounter).
The Henry Jones Art Hotel, Hobart
Day 2 (M/Tea, L)
Today enjoy a 3-hour Tasman Island eco-adventure cruise. Located on the edge of the Continental Shelf, the volume and diversity of active marine life is spectacular, including possible sightings of whales, albatrosses, dolphins and sea eagles. After lunch, you will have ample time to explore the historic site of Port Arthur at your leisure before returning back to your hotel.
The Henry Jones Art Hotel, Hobart
Day 3
Drive north today to Freycinet National Park. There are several wineries you may like to stop at along the way. Enjoy a hike to wineglass bay with a picnic backpack. Arrive into Bicheno and your accommodations for 2 nights. This evening be sure not to miss the penguins at sunset, as they waddle up the beach and on to your hotel property where they nest in the shrubs for the evening.
3.5-star hotel in Bicheno
Day 4
Drive to Freycinet to meet your small group for an exhilarating quad bike adventure through national parklands. Arrive at one the locals’ favorite beaches when you take a short break, before making your way back riding through streams and rocky out passes. No experience necessary.
3.5-star hotel in Bicheno
Day 5
Make your way into Launceston today and explore Tamar Valley wineries, well known for pinot noir, riesling, chardonnay and sparkling varieties. If you’re up for an adventure, ask us about the back way which takes you to spectacular waterfalls and the historic ‘Pub In The Paddock’.
3.5-star hotel in Launceston
Day 6 (D)
Our mate Craig will collect you from your hotel for an afternoon of 4WD touring through temperate forest. This evening you will experience a private gourmet campfire bush tucker dinner. As you sit by the fire and enjoy Australian wines, you will watch the valley come to life with wallabies, wombats, possums, platypus just to name a few.
3.5-star hotel in Launceston
Day 7-8 (B)
Head into high country today and Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park. Your package includes a bottle of sparkling wine, a 2-hour spa treatment each and breakfast daily. The hiking in the surrounding area is incredible. Explore on your own.
Cradle Mountain Lodge, Cradle Mountain
Day 9
After breakfast make your way to Devonport airport where you will drop off your rental car and join your connecting flight for your onwards journey.
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