The east coast is dotted with long sandy beaches and idyllic bays while the fertile agricultural reaches of the Tamar Valley link the ocean to laid back Launceston and a host of natural assets such as the dramatic Cataract Gorge and skiing at Ben Lomond. To the west, the delightful hilly town of Deloraine is a perfect base for bush walking in the Great Western Tiers while the World Heritage area of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair is quite simply spectacular, with soaring mountain peaks, alpine lakes, wild moorland and the iconic Overland Track linking the mountain and the lake through scenery that is second to none.
Recommended accommodation
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Peppers Calstock
This beautifully renovated Georgian mansion combines traditional Australian hospitality with sophisticated European style. Featuring Victorian furnishings, complimenting the grand style of this historic retreat.
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Hatherley House
An inspired renovation has created a five star boutique hotel out of the Italianate Victorian villa Hatherley House. Retaining its original magnificence while accruing every modern luxury, this hotel is undeniably hip.
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Lemonthyme Lodge
Nature and nurture come together at Lemonthyme Lodge, a boutique wilderness retreat tucked into the rainforest near Cradle Mountain. The largest ‘real’ log cabin south of the equator.
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Saffire Freyicent
Catching the essence of this unique region, Saffire overlooks the wide expanses of Great Oyster Bay.
Sample itinerary
DAY 1 - 4 Hobart & surrounds
Arrive Hobart. Spend time exploring historic Hobart with its rich colonial heritage, take in the views from towering Mount
Wellington.Visit the Devil Conservation Park & the former penal settlement of Port Arthur. Take a day trip to Bruny island, absorb the island's spectacular scenery & abundant wildlife with a private guide
DAY 5 - 8 Strahan & the West Coast
Fly or drive to Strahan on the west coast, the gateway to one of Australia's most spectacular wilderness areas.With the
background of Mount Sorrell & the expanse of Macquarie harbour, board a luxury catamaran for a cruise up the Gordon River. Observe Orange Bellied Parrot in temperate rainforest & take a walk on the notorious penal settlement of Sarah Island
DAY 9 - 12 The High Country & Northern Tasmania
Drive to Cradle Mountain National Park & explore its majesty and beauty. Travel on to Calstock through the rolling scenery of northern Tasmania. Discover the region's spectacular bush walking & trout fishing.Visit the vineyards of the Tamar Valley & sample local produce.Take in old colonial estates & view wildlife in Narawntapu National Park. Depart Tasmania via Launceston
Prices start from £3,150 excluding flights.
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