7 Day Luxurious Tasmania Romantic Getaway Itinerary

7 Day Luxurious Tasmania Romantic Getaway Itinerary
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Welcome to Hobart!

Welcome to Hobart, the capital of the Apple Isle!

Nestled amongst the foothills of Mt Wellington, Hobart is a harbour town with heritage charm and a modern lifestyle. From the bustling waterfront of Salamanca Place to the historic houses of quaint Battery Point, Hobart is a gorgeous place to wander and get lost in.

Take a bus to the summit of Mount Wellington for panoramic views over the city, or board a ferry at Brooke Street Pier and sail upstream to the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA).

You won't be short of delicious dining options this evening: Hobart has fast become one of Australia's top gourmet hotspots, thanks to its amazing local produce.

Accommodation: Hobart - 2 Nights

Hobart
Accommodation:
Offering lovely views towards Mount Wellington, the 1847 Islington Hotel offers luxurious accommodation with original artwork and precious antiques. Just 5 minutes’ drive from Sullivans Cove, it features a restaurant and landscaped gardens with an infinity-edge pond. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi and exclusive fabrics designed by Jim Thompson. The marble bathroom includes a bathtub and a separate rain shower. The minibar is free.
Islington Hotel

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Hobart at Leisure

Spend the day exploring beautiful Hobart at your leisure.

Explore Hobart

From the bustling waterfront of Salamanca Place to the historic houses of quaint Battery Point, Hobart is a gorgeous place to wander and get lost in.

For those with energy to burn, take a bus to the summit of Mount Wellington for panoramic views over the city of Hobart, Bruny Island, and the Tasman Peninsula. Then hike back into town via the historic Cascade Brewery, rewarding your efforts with a few tastings!

Board a ferry at Brooke Street Pier and sail upstream to the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). No ordinary museum, MONA's main building has been cut deep into the sandstone cliffs, and has its own vineyards and brewery on-site! Even if museums aren't your thing, this one is absolutely unmissable.

Hobart has fast become one of Australia's top gourmet hotspots, thanks to its amazing local produce, what could be better than enjoy a leisurely long lunch matched with delicious local wine.

MONA

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Scenic Drive to Strahan Village

Collect your comfortable rental car and drive to Strahan Village, a harbour town on the shores of the massive Macquarie Harbour. Welcome to Tasmania's wild west: escaped convicts from nearby Sarah Island prison sometimes asked to return to jail after struggling to survive in this rugged and remote landscape.

Today Strahan is on the edge of a UNESCO World Heritage Area, home to one of the few temperate rainforests that remain on the planet.

Approximate Distance: 300 km | 187 miles   Total Driving Time: 4 hours 30 mins

Accommodation: Strahan Village - 2 Nights

Strahan Village
Accommodation:
Featuring a garden and barbecue facilities right on the waters edge, Salt Box Hideaways offers accommodation in Strahan with free WiFi and mountain views. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views.
Saltbox

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Beautiful Gorden River Cruise

Gordon River Cruise

Your cruise begins by passing through notorious Hell's Gate and across Macquarie Harbour to the Gordon River. Stop for a taste of delicious fresh fish at a local salmon farm on the way.

Disembarking at Heritage Landing, you'll take a guided walk through the temperate rainforest on elevated boardwalks that thread their way between the magnificent rainforest species.

Explore the ruins of Sarah Island's dreaded penal colony and return to Strahan.

gordon

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Drive to and Explore Cradle Mountain

After a short drive, you enter Cradle Mountain National Park, arguably one of the prettiest National Parks in Australia. With alpine wilderness, abundant native wildlife, and a huge variety of walking trails to choose from you'll love exploring this peaceful haven.

The gentle Dove Lake Circuit takes around 2 hours with amazing mountain views. Or you try the climb to Marion’s Lookout if you feel energetic. It's ridiculously steep but the lake & mountain views from the top are a worthy reward.

If hiking isn't your thing, there are endless ways to explore the area: try a scenic flight, horse treks, canyoning adventure, or a wildlife-spotting walk to name but a few!

Approximate Distance: 150 km | 93 miles   Total Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins

Accommodation: Cradle Mountain - 2 Nights

Cradle Mountain
Featuring 2 restaurants and a luxury day spa, Cradle Mountain Lodge offers a selection of wood cabins with views of the surrounding Tasmanian wilderness. Buffet breakfast is included each morning. Each cabin includes a gas or wood fire, minibar, coffee table and comfortable armchairs. Luxury suites featuring a spa bath and private veranda with outdoor furniture are also available.
Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge

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Cradle Mountain & Devils @ Cradle

Cradle Mountain National Park is arguably one of the prettiest National Parks in Australia. With alpine wilderness, abundant native wildlife and a huge variety of walking trails to choose from you'll love exploring this peaceful haven.

Devils @ Cradle

Devils @ Cradle is a unique Tasmanian conservation sanctuary located at the entrance to the spectacular World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain National Park. Whilst we concentrate primarily on the Tasmanian devil, the sanctuary is also home to the closely related Spotted-tail and Eastern quolls. Tasmania’s three largest carnivorous marsupials are all now threatened in one way or another in the wild.

Visitors to the sanctuary can view these animals from the comfort of the visitor centre, wander through the sanctuary at their leisure, or join a personalised guided tour which ensures a close up encounter with our animals

Devils @ Cradle

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Launceston & Homeward Bound

The riverside city of Launceston is a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture, and nature. It's famed for the Cataract Gorge, visit this unique natural formation with panoramic views, walking trails, sculpted gardens, and a chairlift. Visit the Queen Victoria Museum, in a 19th-century railway workshop, which has exhibitions on Tasmanian history. Its sister Art Gallery lies across the river, by sprawling Royal Park.

Say farewell to Tasmania today as you drop off your rental vehicle and board your onward flight. We know you will enjoy your Tasmanian Self-Drive Tour, taking with you the magical memories of a truly exceptional Tasmanian experience. We hope you will return soon to discover even more highlights of this incredible Island. 

Approximate Distance: 150 km | 93 miles   Total Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins

Launceston

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What Elizabeth says about this tour: From the waterfront beauty of Hobart to the heart of the wilderness in Strahan and Cradle Mountain - this trip has all your bases covered. Enjoy the peace and tranquility - I would love to help you with this trip!
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