Inspiring Journeys - Tastes of Tasmania

Welcome to Australia’s island state, home to the Tassie Devil and the world’s cleanest air! This morning you’ll meet your Journey Director and fellow travellers before taking a walking tour of the historic Hobart docks, Salamanca Place. Connect with the local artists as you explore the many galleries and shops hidden in the old sandstone warehouses. Take in the sights, smells and sounds of the vibrant Salamanca Markets as you wander past hundreds of stalls overflowing with local produce, crafts, jewellery, freshly baked goods and artisanal cider.  Working up a hunger, our next stop is lunch, just 20 minutes out of Hobart. Enjoy a three-course paddock to plate dining experience at the Agrarian Kitchen or, depending on the day, a 3 course seafood feast at Barilla Bay Oyster Farm. Either option will give you a scrumptious taste of what’s to come and ready for your afternoon visit to Australia’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), located within the grounds of stunning Moorilla Winery.  Take a self-guided tour and immerse yourself in what is described by its owner as a “subversive adult Disneyland” before enjoying a relaxing ferry ride back to Hobart for a free evening at leisure. 

Accommodation: Hobart - 2 Nights

Included: Lunch with wine

Today explore the food basket that is the Huon Valley, with its pristine river valleys an natural beauty, bordered by World Heritage listed National Parks. 

Stop by the side of the road to taste fresh apples, pears and berries from the local orchards before heading deep into the Aussie bush to experience the Tahune Airwalk, an elevated walkway 30 metres above the forest floor offering spectacular views of the Huon River and beyond. You'll get to taste some of the local ciders before returning to Hobart.

Dinner this evening will be served with outstanding views of the cithy and Mt Wellington from Hobarts waterfront.

Included:  Breakfast, Dinner with wine

After breakfast, you’ll journey north to Triabunna where you’ll board a ferry across to Maria Island. Rich in indigenous and European history, abundant in wildlife, and boasting spectacular views and remarkable geological features, this entire island is a National Park.  Once on shore, explore the convict-built Darlington township, take a walk to the Fossil Cliffs or Painted Cliffs, hire a bike, or simply relax and recharge by the waterside with your packed lunch full of local goodies. You’ll be in good company with an abundance of wombats, kangaroos, wallabies, possums and even Tasmanian devils who all call the island home. This evening, enjoy locally harvested scallops and oysters, or perhaps a succulent Cape Grim Scotch fillet from the state’s north west is more to your taste. 

Accommodation: Eastcoaster, Orford - 1 night

Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with wine

Today your adventure begins with a wine tasting at Boomer Creek, a lovely family run, boutique style winery sitting high up in the hills with views to die for! Heading north your next stop is at the region’s oldest vineyard. Here you’ll meet the makers whilst you indulge in a lunch platter and try some of Tassie’s finest wines in their old barn.

It’s then onto the magnificent Freycinet National Park where you may choose to hike the 90-minute round-trip up to the lookout to experience panoramic views of the world-famous Wineglass Bay. For those seeking a slightly slower pace, take a guided walk to the lookout at Cape Tourville that affords you spectacular views across the ocean and golden beaches hidden between rugged rocky outcrops. Your afternoon is at leisure as you check into your accommodation at Freycinet Lodge. Take a walk along the beach before your BBQ dinner, or if you prefer, just sit back on the balcony, and watch the sun go down with a cocktail in your hand. B, LW, D 

Accommodation: Freycinet - 1 Night 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch with wine , Dinner 

This morning after a light breakfast, journey north travelling through the quaint fishing villages of Bicheno and St Helens before arriving at the glorious Bay of Fires, famous for its crystal-clear waters, secluded, white sandy beaches and orange lichen-covered granite boulders. Explore the Big Lagoon before heading to the southern end, where you’ll discover the Gulch at picturesque Binalong Bay. Here you can sit on the rocks and watch the world pass you by as you indulge in some of the best freshly shucked oysters that Tassie has to offer.

From here you’ll leave the east coast and head west, stopping off at Pyengana Dairy Farm Gate to see the cheese makers at work. Take a tour of the property before enjoying a tasting of the local produce as well as a gourmet lunch platter. On route to Launceston, the capital of the north, you’ll stop at the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, 25 sculpted statues depicting local soldiers who lost their lives in World War One. On arrival into Launceston, your Journey Director will take you on a circuit of this vibrant hub, known for its food and wine, culture and nature, before checking into your hotel and enjoying a night at leisure.

Accommodation: Launceston - 2 Nights

Included: Breakfast, Lunch with wine

Taste some local wines, visit the home of hazelnuts and try some saucy treats at the Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company in historic Evandale. It’s then onto 41 Degrees South Salmon Farm where you’ll taste what is arguably the best hot smoked salmon in Tasmania before enjoying a 2-course lunch at the Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm. You may wish to indulge in some chocolate dipped raspberries, or rich creamy raspberry ice cream. This afternoon you’ll drop into the famous Ashgrove Cheese farm, finishing up at the Bell and Gong Winery where you will glimpse a unique insight into boutique Tasmanian wine making. Heading back to your hotel, you’ll enjoy Farewell Drinks and Canapes with your Journey Director and fellow travellers. The evening is yours at leisure. 

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell drinks & canapes

Bid farewell to your newfound friends as your inspiring Tasmanian journey concludes. After breakfast, a private vehicle will transfer you to Hobart Airport for your onward flight.

Highlights

• Specialist team of two highly experienced Journey Director and Driver Guide
• Local Specialists (Guides) at:
• Agrarian Kitchen Lunch
• Huon Valley day tour
• Dairy Farm Gate
• Paddock, Plate and Pantry tour 
• Be My Guest Experience at Bay of Fires Bush Retreat
• Mixture of boutique, unique and 5 star hotels
• Private arrival and departure transfers
• Intimate, small group experience
• Fully inclusive day tour of Huon Valley
• Food & Wine tour of northern Tasmania 

What’s included

•  Hand-picked accommodation
•  Day 4 - Due to the nature of staying in an exclusive eco bush camp, bathroom facilities are shared
•  Complimentary refreshments throughout the journey

Dining

•  6 breakfasts
•  5 Lunches
•  3 Dinners with wine
•  Farewell canapes and drinks

Fitness Requirements

• Reasonable level of fitness required

Flights

• Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 7am
• Day 7: Flights to depart after breakfast from Hobart Airport