Tasmania 2026

04 - 19 November 2026

This will be our most comprehensive ever Tassie tour package, specially designed to suit our valued clients.

Tasmania, Australia’s smallest state and the most geographically diverse, sits 240 kilometres south-east of mainland Australia. There are more than 1,000 mountain peaks, four mild seasons and more than 40 per cent of the island is protected as national parks and reserves.

This carefully planned journey combines gentle adventure, stunning scenery, and well-chosen inclusions to showcase Tasmania at its best. We are very excited to be venturing offshore once again. While the price may seem substantial at first glance, a closer look at the inclusions reveals just how much is packed into this experience—virtually no stone has been left unturned. From unique experiences to standout locations, this is a journey designed to deliver exceptional value and unforgettable memories.


 

Day 1

Wednesday 04 November - Flying to Auckland

Welcome to our spring Tasmania tour. Pack your bags and have your passports ready for a late-morning home pick-up, where you will be then transferred to Wellington Airport to catch our afternoon flight to Auckland. Staying at a hotel handily located within walking distance to the airport tonight, we dine in the hotel restaurant this evening before preparing ourselves for an early start tomorrow.

Day 2

Thursday 05 November - We Head to Hobart

Our Tasmanian adventure begins early this morning as we walk across to Auckland International Airport to check in for our direct Air New Zealand flight to Hobart. Once we are safely checked in, we can enjoy breakfast at the airport at our leisure (and cost). It’s a four-hour flight across the Tasman, but before we know it, we will be welcomed to Hobart by our friendly coach captain before embarking on a sightseeing tour of Hobart. Offering a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture, the city oozes charm. Everywhere we go the past steps out to meet us. Discover Sullivan’s Cove and the tiny cottages of Battery Point with architecture that whispers stories of a bygone era. Finally, we are transferred to our hotel where we can enjoy the stunning harbour views from our rooms.

Day 3

Friday 06 November - Exploring Hobart

This morning, we visit world heritage listed Cascades Female Factory, which tells the story of the displacement, mistreatment and forced migration of convict women and girls. During the tour, our tour guide will provide insights of the Female Factory, the convict system of punishment and reform and offer a glimpse of what convict life was like for thousands of women transported to Van Diemen’s Land. Next, we head to Brooke Street Pier to travel on a high speed catamaran to MONA – The Museum of Old and New Art. Mona is Australia’s largest privately owned museum and gallery and features an extraordinary (and sometimes controversial) collection of ancient, modern and contemporary art. Tonight, we travel to the waterfront district and enjoy a wonderful dinner in the Drunken Admiral Restaurant.

Day 4

Saturday 07 November - Salamanca Markets & the Huon Valley

One of the highlights each Saturday in Hobart is the Salamanca Markets where hundreds of stallholders set up along the elm tree lined street, drawing large crowds. Take some time exploring the stalls and discovering the entertaining buskers. A pleasant drive later today takes us into picturesque Huon Valley, an area to the south of Hobart. The Huon Valley and D’Entrecasteaux Channel provide some of the most picturesque touring in Tasmania. Travelling via Geeveston we make our way to the Tahune Forest Airwalk. What an exhilarating experience it is to take a walk high in the tree top canopy. On our way back to Hobart, we visit the Apple Shed Museum and Willie Smith Organic Cider for a tasting. Tonight, we enjoy a special dinner at our hotel’s Point Revolving Restaurant.

Day 5

Sunday 08 November - Port Arthur

We travel down to the Tasmanian Peninsula today where we discover the unimaginable story of the Port Arthur Historic Site. The penal settlement is a special place of vivid history, cultural heritage and stories so compelling you’ll want to hear them again and again. It’s a place where up to 12,000 prisoners were kept in an atmosphere of hopelessness and misery. Despite its tranquil and spectacular location, you can imagine the conditions, especially on a cold winter’s day, endured by the prisoners 150 years ago. We take a fascinating journey, retracing the life of convicts in the Visitor Interpretation Centre before a walking tour though the settlement and a harbour cruise. On our return to Hobart, we stop to view some natural attractions on the Tasman Peninsula. We’ll see the Blow Hole, Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen and Doo Town, a village famous for its quirky house names. We dine in at our hotel this evening.

Day 6

Monday 09 November - Bruny Island

Today we embark on the Bruny Island Traveller, a full day of exploring spectacular landscapes and gourmet local produce. We’ll visit the home of Bruny Island’s cheese, oysters, honey and wine, savouring their produce as we hear the stories behind the harvest. Visit the Neck, which connects the north and south of Bruny Island together, leave footprints in the sand of Two Tree Point beach and meander through the dense rainforest, home to the rare white wallaby. This is more than just a tasting tour. At every stop, we sit back, relax and enjoy a full inclusive experience. After a day of tasting and sampling, we have not made a dinner booking this evening. Our coach driver will arrange to drop and pick you up from town, or you can try another of the varied restaurant options within our hotel. You may even like to put your feet up and order room service (at own cost).

Day 7

Tuesday 10 November - The West Coast

We farewell Hobart this morning and begin our journey to the West Coast. We visit Russell Falls, arguably Tasmania’s prettiest waterfall and one of the easiest to access. Located in Mt Field National Park, Russell Falls forms as one of three falls that share the same watercourse. Wander through the mossy, deep green forest and watch the water cascading gently over multiple levels. We continue to the geographical centre of Tasmania, Derwent Bridge, where we enjoy lunch at The Wilderness Hotel before viewing the Wall in the Wilderness. The beautifully carved works depict the history and hardship and pay homage to the individuals who settled and protected the area. This afternoon we drive through the pristine landscape of the Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and the historic mining town of Queenstown before arriving in the gorgeous town of Strahan.

Day 8

Wednesday 11 November - The Gordon River

Cruising down the iconic Gordon River is a must do when visiting Tasmania. Our cruise will bring the river and its rich history to life for an unforgettable experience. Cruising the scenic waterways, we’ll listen to the intriguing stories of the region, passage through Hells Gate and step ashore Sarah Island to see some of Australia’s oldest convict ruins. The highlight will be the serenity and famous reflections as we cruise along the Gordon River. We finish the cruise with a boardwalk stroll through the ancient forests at Heritage Landing before returning to Strahan. There will be some time at leisure before our pre-dinner show, “The Ship That Never Was”. The highly entertaining performance brings history to life as you learn the fate of the Sarah Island convicts. Returning to our hotel we dine in at our hotel restaurant which offers great views overlooking Macquarie Harbour.

Day 9

Thursday 12 November - Strahan to Cradle Mountain

This morning we make our way to Zeehan, to discover the region’s fascinating history. From mines and memories to trains and treasures, the West Coast Heritage Centre offers a unique insight into this history. We then journey through Tullah and Rosebery to Cradle Mountain, where we visit Devils @ Cradle, a conservation and breeding facility for the at-risk Tasmanian Devil. We’ll be guaranteed a sighting of these unique animals while they sunbake, sleep in their dens or run around their enclosures. After checking into our accommodation, we have free time to explore our scenic surrounds. Step out of your door and you’re sure to see a wallaby or a wombat. If you want more of a leg stretch, there are pleasant walks nearby. From the Interpretation Centre, there is a short boardwalk meandering through the pencil pine and myrtle rainforest where you’ll be rewarded with views of the cascading waterfall, Pencil Pine Falls. We dine at our hotel this evening.

Day 10

Friday 13 November - Cradle Mountain to Smithton

Today we discover the rugged mountains, ancient rainforests and stunning scenery of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Bring your camera as we travel to Dove Lake, a glacially carved lake directly beneath Cradle Mountain, this stop offering epic views of the iconic Cradle Mountain. We then take a short drive to Waldheim Chalet, the first accommodation in the area. We enjoy lunch at Cradle Mountain Hotel before continuing to Smithton, the perfect base to visit the stunning North West. We enjoy a relaxed dinner at our accommodation this evening.

Day 11

Saturday 14 November - North West Tasmania

This morning we experience the wild region of Tasmania’s Northwest and travel through the dramatic and breathtaking Takayna/Tarkine Wilderness. The Tarkine is the largest expanse of temperate rainforest in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the last remaining and most significant in the world. Joined by an experienced guide, sit back and relax while we explore the area’s unique flora and fauna, globally significant rainforests, wild rivers and rugged coastlines. We enjoy lunch at the Marrawah Inn. Constructed circa 1913, it was originally a boarding house and general store before obtaining its liquor licence in approximately 1925. Following a delicious lunch, we continue our journey to Green Point, where we receive an overview of the aboriginal culture of the region. On our way back to our motel, we travel through Tasmania’s prime dairy farming area, which was once filled with Blackwood and Myrtle Forests.

Day 12

Sunday 15 November - Smithton-Stanley-Launceston

Today we stop in at the historic township of Stanley. With its village atmosphere, small craft shops and historical houses, Stanley is the ideal spot for some free time. You may also like to take a chairlift to the summit of the Nut (own expense). Next we visit the Highfield Historic Site. Perched atop a promontory overlooking town, the house is a stunning example of colonial architecture built for the chief agent of Van Diemens Land Company, Edward Curr. Enjoy a self-guided tour and be treated to dramatic views of the rugged coastline and Bass Strait beyond from the large French windows of the homestead. Continuing on to Emu Valley Rhododendron Gardens, we have time to wander the spectacular gardens and enjoy the tranquillity of this lush environment before a light lunch. Our next stop is Sheffield, a quirky, rural town at the foothills of the majestic Mount Roland, where history and art merge to create an entire town of murals. Once a centre for industry, the town has reinvented itself as an arts community and features more than 140 murals. Our final destination today is Launceston, an urban oasis.

Day 13

Monday 16 November - Launceston & The Tamar Valley

We spend the morning at leisure in Cataract Gorge Reserve, a rare natural phenomenon in central Launceston. The gorge - surrounded by cliffs and bushland - features stunning wildlife, including resident peacocks, beautiful gardens and the world’s longest single span chairlift (at own expense if you want to take a ride). We’ll then head out of town and into the Tamar Valley. At Beauty Point, we gain unique access into the world of the mysterious seahorse as we enjoy lunch and a guided tour of Seahorse World. Conveniently located next door is Platypus World which we visit next, home to one of Australia’s most unique animal species, along with another special creature, the echidna. We travel back through Beaconsfield – the site of Tasmania’s largest gold discoveries and of course, more recently, the incredible rescue in 2006 of two miners trapped underground. We’ll visit the Beaconsfield Gold Mine and Heritage Centre, home to Australia’s only waterwheel-driven stamp battery and featuring an extensive collection of memorabilia and artefacts.

Day 14

Tuesday 17 November - Launceston to Scamander

We enjoy the clean air and open spaces of the world’s largest privately owned lavender farm, Bridestowe Estate today. Watch the farm in action on a tour of the flower shed and distillery and taste hints of lavender in our lovely morning tea (included). We’ll then have time to browse their extensive gift shop. Next, we veer off to a little place called Legerwood to see some incredible tree carvings, honouring fallen soldiers in World War I. Arriving in St Helens, we have time to purchase lunch before continuing through to our overnight destination of Scamander. Take a walk along the beachfront where you are sure to spot pelicans feeding at the river mouth and other local shore birds. We dine in this evening.

Day 15

Wednesday 18 November - Scamander to Hobart

Today we set off along the coast through Bicheno and Swansea, nestled on the magnificent blue waters of Great Oyster Bay, overlooking Freycinet National Park. We stop here for our morning break and marvel at the Hazards, the mountain range located in the national park. For lunch we travel to the Coal River Valley wine region where we stop at Frogmore Creek Winery. Featuring an award-winning cellar door and restaurant with breathtaking views over the surrounding valley and waterways, it is the perfect place to enjoy a long lunch. At the historic town of Richmond, where the streets are paved with history, we stop to capture a photo of the oldest bridge in Australia, the convict built, Richmond Bridge. Within the town, we stroll the pretty nineteenth century lanes before arriving back in Hobart for our last night together, dining in at the hotel Bistro.

Day 16

Thursday 19 November - Homeward Bound

Our incredible adventure has come to an end. This morning we are transferred to Hobart airport for our return flight to Auckland, with a connecting domestic flight to Wellington. Arriving back in Wellington this evening, we will be met by transfer vehicles to take us home, as we reflect on a wonderful tour of Tasmania.

The cost of the tour includes

  • Home pick ups
  • Fully escorted by Tranzit Tour Team
  • Full Coach Charter while in Tasmania
  • Return Air New Zealand flights Wellington to Auckland
  • Return Air New Zealand flights Auckland to Hobart
  • 15 nights accommodation
  • all breakfasts (except day 2)
  • all dinners (except day 6)
  • Introductory sightseeing tour of Hobart
  • Cascades Female Factory - tour
  • MONA – Museum of Old and New Art – entry
  • Dinner at Drunken Admiral Restaurant
  • Tahune Forest Airwalk
  • Apple Shed Museum & Willie Smith Organic Cider tasting
  • Wilderness Cruise with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
  • Port Arthur Historic site - guided tour and harbour cruise
  • Bruny Island – cruise, tour and lunch
  • Wall in the Wilderness - entry
  • Wilderness Hotel - lunch
  • Gordon River cruise and lunch with World Heritage Cruises
  • West Coast Heritage Centre – entry
  • Devils @ Cradle – entry and guided tour
  • Guided Cradle Mountain Park Explorer tour
  • Lunch at Cradle Mountain Hotel
  • Tarkine Wilderness – tour and lunch
  • Highfield House – guided tour
  • Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden – entry and lunch
  • Seahorse World – entry and lunch
  • Platypus World – entry and talk
  • Beaconsfield Gold and Heritage Museum – guided tour
  • Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm – tour and morning tea
  • Frogmore Creek – lunch & winery visit

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