Tasmania Self Drive Itineraries

Tasmania is proof that good things come in small packages: from the steep ridges of Cradle Mountain to the crystal waters of the Bay of Fires, Freycinet & Wineglass Bay, you'll be wowed by the natural beauty of this compact island. With charming heritage towns, short driving distances between destinations, friendly locals, and outstanding gourmet produce, it's a heavenly destination for an Australian self-drive holiday. Enjoy the inspiring Bicheno Penguin Tour and Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise.

If Tasmania is on your must-do list, then this self-drive journey offers the ideal introduction to the island state. Combining spectacular landscapes with exposure to rich convict history and gourmet artisan produce, it takes you to unforgettable locations and ensures memorable encounters. Step back in time at Port Arthur, and Cruise the wild Gordon River and Tasman Island. Explore the Cradle Mountain, pristine Tarkine Wilderness and Freycinet National Park.

Off the mainland of Australia, you will find the wild & wonderful state of Tasmania. Featuring World Heritage wilderness and history, there is so much to see and do! Explore Hobart, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Taste Gourmet Food and Wine, and take a step back in time at Port Arthur.

Get a true taste of Tasmania with this 10-day tour which has a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Explore Hobart, Launceston, and the national parks of Cradle Mountain and Freycinet. Experience Bruny Island gourmet food and the Tamar Valley beat wines - all at a relaxing pace...

Without a doubt Tasmania should be on your Australian travel itinerary - too many people miss out on this absolute gem of a place. There is so much to see and do! Explore Hobart, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires, and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Taste gourmet food and wine, and take a step back in time at Port Arthur and the surprising Bruny Island.

Discover the pure beauty of Tasmania on this magnificent two-week itinerary (14-days) that takes you on a road trip showcasing the very best of the Apple Isle. Marvel at the gems of the magnificent east coast and explore the Tasman Peninsula. Relax on the clear waters of world-famous Bay or Fires and walk through rugged nature at Cradle Mountain - Other Highlights: Iron Pot Lighthouse Cruise, King River Rail Raft and Rainforest, Tasman Island Cruise.

Tantalize your tastebuds on this gourmet eight-day self-guided tour of Tasmania, taking you to some of the island’s most iconic sites via local wineries and food producers. Fine-wine connoisseurs and gourmands will be in their element as they savour some of the finest drops and morsels in the Tamara Valley and stunning Bruny Island. Other Highlights Include: a Wineglass Bay Cruise. Experience a Truffle Hunt & Lunch and Moorilla Winery and Vineyard and The Museum of Old and New Art 

Experience 3 Days of beautiful coastal walks on the wildly beautiful Bruny Island, Tasmania’s Natural Wildlife Haven, eat produce directly from the source while enjoying luxury camping with exquisite meals. Then explore the remote and harsh southern coasts and waterways of the islands Southwest, this is a rugged and beautiful region only explored by flying. kayak the beautiful Wineglass Bay in Freycinet National Park – and much much more!

From the tranquil beaches of Tasmania’s east to the rugged mountains flanking the west, this fourteen-day itinerary will leave you spellbound. This spectacular trip takes in the untouched beaches along the east coast, the rugged wilderness of the west and must-see attractions including Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain, Bay of Fires, and the Tarkine Wilderness.

Discover the "Wild Side" of Tasmania on an 8-day spectacular road trip, taking you to Tasmanian icons such as the famous Wineglass Bay, the Tasmanian Devil, the convict ruins of Port Arthur and explore Tasmania’s diverse natural environment – a perfect habitat for a variety of wildlife including marsupials, birds and marine mammals. Explore Cradle Mountain, Mt Fields, Southwest, and Freycinet  National Parks.

Starting and ending in Hobart, your journey circles Tasmania. Beginning with the heritage of Hobart and Port Arthur you then head to the clear waters of the eastern coast and the jewel that is the Freycinet National Park. Travel on to Launceston, before heading to the wilds of the Tarkine Wilderness region. Cradle Mountain is spectacular and with two nights to enjoy here and in the more remote Strahan area - your trip will be a feast for your senses.

New Zealanders: These tours have been designed to match the flights which will depart Auckland on a Sunday so that they hit Hobart on a Saturday for the Salamanca market.

This Tasmanian family holiday is the perfect chance for the family to unplug and reconnect in a landscape that is classified as a Wilderness World Heritage Area. Your family will have opportunities to engage with wildlife, wombats, devils, roos and koala at Bonorong. Hiking at Lake St Clair and Cradle Mountain, Heritage cruise on the Gordon River, kayaking at Freycinet National Park and of course Australia's colonial heritage is on display in Launceston, Hobart and at Port Arthur.

Make your family's next trip an active adventure in Tasmania. Each day you'll wake to an outstanding natural environment with unique wildlife and ancient forests and coastlines - this is the 'Great Outdoors'. The included activities offer kayaking on the Freycinet Peninsula, and lots of time by the sea in Bicheno, hiking at Cradle Mountain, take an air-walk amongst the treetops in Tahune and a steam train adventure on the West Coast. With plenty of time for the family to unwind and relax with convenient two night stays in each location.

Tahune Airwalk, Bicheno, kayaking at Freycinet, 

A new take on an overseas journey, comforting familiarity, yet extraordinarily different. A place of wild beauty and World Heritage-listed National Parks, shaped by geology and refined by its weather. The culture and the heritage is on full display on this 12-day Tasmanian epic - a modern vibrant capital, Colonial history, the freshest Southern Ocean seafood, mischievous devils, shy penguins and adorable Joeys. 

New Zealanders: These tours have been designed to match the flights which will depart Auckland on a Sunday so that they hit Hobart on a Saturday for the Salamanca market.

Off the mainland of Australia, you will find the wild & wonderful state of Tasmania. Featuring World Heritage wilderness and history, there is so much to see and do! Explore Hobart, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires, and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Taste Gourmet Food and Wine, and take a step back in time at Port Arthur.