Few destinations can pull off what Tasmania does in combining the world’s freshest and finest produce with the most adventurous wilderness. With 19 national parks covering 40% of Australia’s island state, native animals and ancient forests combine to create the cleanest and greenest environment possible. These pristine forests, productive agricultural lands and pristine seas provide a natural supermarket of deliciously fresh produce. Dine on succulent seafood like oysters, trout, lobster, abalone, scallops and salmon. Enjoy Tasmania’s unique leatherwood honey, pepperberries, Cape Grim beef and premium wines from over 200 vineyards.
Image credit: Hobart city from Mount Wellington Lookout at sunrise, Hobart, TAS © Tourism Australia
Distance and drive time: 20 km – 35 min
Explore Sullivans Cove and Salamanca Market (every Saturday)
Take a walking tour of Hobart or the Old Pub Tour of Hobart’s colourful and historic pubs
Drive or take a tour to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington for spectacular views Overnight Hobart
Distance and drive time: 180 km – 3 hr 30 min
Overnight Geeveston
Distance and drive time: 100 km – 1 hr 50 min
Distance and drive time: 142 km – 2 hr 15min
Overnight Port Arthur village
Distance and drive time: 115 km – 1 hr 50 min
Take a cruise to Tasman Island with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys and see Australia’s highest sea-cliffs
Leaving Port Arthur, head towards Richmond and walk across Australia’s oldest stone bridge
On the way back to the airport, explore the Coal Valley wineries and fromageries
Depart Hobart