Intrepid Travel: Best of Hobart & Southern Tasmania

This morning after breakfast, drive down the beautiful Tasman Peninsula, passing through the narrow sliver of Eaglehawk Neck. Stop at Tasman Arch, Devil’s Kitchen and the Tessellated Pavement to view the unusual rock formations. Head back to Hobart, where the vibrant Salamanca Markets await, ready to tempt you with everything from fresh produce to handmade crafts. Then, head out for a bush tucker experience with NITA Education – a local First Nations organisation working to inspire connection to their 50,000-year-old culture. Watch a Welcome to Country ceremony, then try some bush tucker and listen to their stories. Tonight, maybe head out with your group for dinner at one of the popular restaurants near the waterfront.

Your travel time today will be approximately 2 hours. Both Tasman Arch & Devil's Kitchen can be seen from the carpark, as well as from other viewpoints accessible on a 1km loop walk. The Tesselated Pavement viewpoint is only a few minutes walk from the carpark, and a few minutes further to access the beach via stairs. Please be aware that First Nations people have complex community obligations, and at times today's experience may be cancelled at late notice due to cultural commitments.

Activities:

• Tasman Peninsula - Tasman Arch
• Tasman Peninsula - Devils Kitchen
• Hobart - Salamanca Markets
• Hobart - Bush Tucker Experience & Coastal Walk with Aboriginal Guide

Staying in:

• Hotel (1 night)

Today, you’ll drive to the top of kunanyi / Mount Wellington to take in some magnificent views over the city and its surrounding mountains, forests and waterways. Then, drive into the Hartz Mountains wilderness, where you'll explore the remote and rugged place shaped by ancient glaciers on a few short walks. Next, head to Geeveston – a small township known for its forestry heritage, then continue up the Huon Valley and visit a cidery, where you’ll learn about the history of local apple farming in the valley, maybe with a few cider samples from the fourth-generation orchard (optional). Return to Hobart for your final night together.

Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours. The kunanyi / Mount Wellington scenic drive this morning is weather-dependent. Your leader will choose the most appropriate short walks in Hartz Mountains National Park today based on the weather and your group. These may include the Lake Osborne (Grade 2, 2km return/45-60 min), Arve Falls (Grade 2, 1km return/20 min) or Waratah Lookout (Grade 1, 300m/5 min) walks.

Activities:

• Hobart - kunanyi / Mount Wellington scenic drive
• Hartz Mountains National Park - Short walks
• Huon Valley - Cider farm visit

Staying in:

• Hotel (1 night)

This morning you’ll hop on the ferry over to Bruny Island – one of the most gorgeous spots in Tassie! Climb 279 steps to Truganini Lookout at The Neck for sweeping views, Indigenous history and wildlife spotting. Explore South Bruny National Park, where the Cape Bruny Lighthouse perches high above the wild waves of the Southern Ocean. Stop in at a few local shops for tastings of locally sourced products such as oysters, honey, cheese and beer. Then, head back to Hobart where your trip will come to an end.

Your trip comes to an end in Hobart at approximately 5.30 pm. Please consider this when booking your departure – you may want to stay an extra night in Hobart. If you do want to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent. Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours and includes short ferry rides to and from Bruny Island.

Activities:

• Bruny Island - Full day tour
• Bruny Island - South Bruny National Park
• Bruny Island - Truganini Lookout