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Discover the many faces of Tasmania with this 10-day self-drive package that showcases The Heartlands, The Western Wilds, The Northern Forage and the Great Eastern Drive.
Tasmania is a compact island with well-built roads that make it the ideal self-drive holiday destination. This package showcases the best of the Island’s must-see sights: Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park. In between these iconic destinations, you have the freedom to find the things you need – fresh air, fantastic food and wine – and much you never expected.
Departing from Hobart, follow the Lyell Highway inland through lands traditionally owned by Tasmanian Indigenous Peoples, settled by Europeans in the early 1800s, and farmed and loved by generations of Tasmanians ever since. Along the way, pass gorgeous Georgian towns such as New Norfolk and the fabulous Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
In the harbourside town of Strahan, immerse yourself in the Western Wilds. Cruise the Gordon Rivers’ perfect reflections and learn the stories of rogues and rivals fighting for a share of untold mining riches. Then, venture to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, an ancient realm of temperate rainforests and alpine plains, indominable mountains and glacial valleys. Hike the best parts of the world-famous Overland Track and stay in one of the Lonely Planet’s Top 10 Most Extraordinary Places To Stay.
The midpoint of your journey brings you to The Northern Forage. Bordered by the wild coastline of Bass Strait, a journey across this part of Tasmania is a chance to slow down, forage or follow your food from paddock to plate at some of the most fertile farms and pasture in Australia. Stop at farm-gate stalls, distilleries and cellar doors for tastings, and to meet the makers. You’ll spend a night in Launceston, one of Australia’s oldest cities and a vibrant hub for food and wine.
Cap off your adventure on the Great Eastern Drive. From the Bay of Fires to Freycinet National Park, discover long white sand beaches, dramatic coastline, and the time and space to unwind. Cruise crystal clear waters, marvel at orange-lichen coloured boulders, kayak beneath pink granite mountains, and hike to the iconic Wineglass Bay, routinely voted one of the world’s best beaches. You’ll return to Hobart with a greater appreciation of life’s simple luxuries.
This 10-day self-drive package includes 9-nights in handpicked, boutique accommodations in Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Launceston, Bay of Fires, Freycinet National Park and Richmond on a twin share basis. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as listed in the itinerary.
Experience Tasmania’s highlights in slow pace – and in style – with this relaxed 10-day self-drive package that takes you full circle around the Island. There is no better way to see Tasmania than on the open road.
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Journey to the edge of the world in Wild West Tasmania, with this 7-day self-drive package that features some of the state’s most scenic drives, walks and cruises. This package is perfect for nature lovers looking to get off the beaten track, with highlights including Cradle Mountain and the Tarkine Rainforest.
Gateway to Tasmania’s Wilderness World Heritage Area, Tasmania’s West is one of the world’s last true wilderness frontiers. Ancient forests, majestic rivers and rugged mountains contrast with historic mining towns and fascinating convict heritage. Yet, despite its remoteness, it is easy and safe to visit – and you can still enjoy the best of Tasmania’s quality accommodation and fine dining.
Starting from Launceston or Devonport, hit the road to seek untamed wilderness, follow in the footsteps of pioneers and uncover wild stories of mining booms and busts. You’ll drive two of the state’s Great Drives including Tarkine – through Australia’s largest temperate rainforest – and the Great Circle Route across the heartlands. Along the way, you’ll traverse some of Tasmania’s Great Walks including Cradle Mountain’s Dove Lake and Crater Lake, Stanley’s The Nut, Tarkine Rainforest’s Huon Pine and Savage River, and the ‘Edge of the World’, where you will find the longest uninterrupted expanse of ocean on Earth. You’ll also cruise three of Australia’s last truly ‘wild’ rivers - the Arthur, the Pieman and the Gordan. Only by boat can you access history rich locations such as the sunken wreck of the SS Croydon and Sarah Island (the site of a harsh penal settlement).
This action-packed 7-day, self-drive package includes 6-nights in boutique accommodation on a twin-share basis. Your accommodation has been carefully handpicked as the best of its kind in this remote part of Tasmania. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as per the itinerary.
Get off the beaten track and discover Tasmania’s Western Wilds at slow pace – and in style. This is a road trip you will never forget.
Find life on a human scale and nature on a grand scale with this breathtaking 6-day self-drive package that takes you through Tasmania’s southern-most edge, where the Southern Ocean lashes the South West Wilderness. This package is perfect for couples wanting to get away from it all, to experience some of Tasmania’s best nature walks while indulging in the Island’s famous food and wine.
A journey through southern Tasmania is framed by water and defined by river and sea. Kayak the dark, tannin-rich waters of the Lune River, hike to the edge of the world in South Cape Bay, soak in mineral-rich thermal pools at Hastings Caves, and walk through the treetops at Tahune, where, on a clear day, you can look out over the entire Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. A walk in the Hartz Mountain National Park reveals alpine lakes and snow-capped peaks, while a detour by ferry to Bruny Island is worth it for abundant wildlife, just-shucked oysters and farmhouse cheeses. Pause at Australia’s southern-most edge – next stop, Antarctica.
Throughout your journey, swing by the cider houses and farm gate stalls of the Huon Valley and take meals at charming pubs and wineries that have been family owned and run for decades. Feast on fresh, local produce including line-caught seafood, grass-fed beef and home-grown fruit and vegetables. This part of Tasmania is just as much about the food as it is about the nature.
This self-drive package includes 5-nights in handpicked, boutique accommodations in Hobart, Dover and Wattle Grove on a twin share basis. Your accommodation includes Australia’s first dedicated ‘art hotel’ and two incredible holiday homes, one of which features in Australian Traveller Magazine’s Top 100. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as per the itinerary. Hire car is not included.
Find solitude on a grand drive to Tasmania’s southernmost edge, with this unforgettable 6-day self-drive package. There is no better place to explore, feed your sense of adventure and contemplate life’s big questions.
Come down for air.
Slow down, relax and unwind with this 9-day self-drive package through the Tasmanian Heartlands. With no big driving distances and ample time in each location, this package is perfect for those wanting to experience Tasmania’s highlights in slow pace – and in style.
A journey through the Heartlands is as close as you can get to time-travel. Your path winds through lands traditionally owned by Tasmanian Indigenous Peoples, settled by Europeans in the early 1800s, and farmed and loved by generations of Tasmanians ever since.
Departing from Hobart, venture inland to the Central Highlands, a wild landscape of lakes, mountains and moors, with a rich hydro-industrial legacy. Convict-built roads and country lanes then take you to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, where the famous Overland Track carves its way through ancient rainforests and glacial lakes. Journey along the West Coast Wilderness Railway and learn the story of rogues and rivals fighting for a share of untold mining riches. Explore Launceston, one of Australia’s oldest cities, and meander through charming Georgian villages. Along the way, feast on Tasmania’s famous food and wine and taste food as it was meant to taste. You’ll return to Hobart with a greater understanding and appreciation of Tasmania’s fascinating culture and history.
This 9-day self-drive package includes 8-nights in handpicked, boutique accommodations in the Central Highlands, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, Launceston, Richmond and Hobart on a twin share basis. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as listed in the itinerary.
Experience Tasmania’s highlights in slow pace – and in style – with this relaxed 9-day self-drive package that takes you through the Heartlands. The heart and soul of Tasmania are yours to discover!
Mountains, forests, countryside and coasts – this Tasmanian scenic road trip offers it all.
Hit the road to discover the breathtaking natural beauty of Tasmania’s most famous national parks, with this thrilling 8-day self-drive package that incorporates the best hiking, cycling and kayaking experience in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair and Freycinet areas.
Starting in Launceston, one of Australia’s oldest cities, venture to Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and home to the world-famous Overland Track, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair is one of the state’s most special places, where ancient pines fringe glacial lakes and icy streams cascade down rugged mountains. With a local guide, set out on foot to discover the park’s best hikes including Dove Lake, Crater Peak and Crater Lake. From your accommodation at Pumphouse Point, you could drift on sheltered mountain waters amid pure highland air, or ride an e-bike to find secrets beyond your bushwalking limits.
Swap misty mountain views for the unspoiled coastline of eastern Tasmania and Freycinet National Park. If you thought Tasmania couldn’t get any more beautiful, Freycinet will prove you wrong. Against a backdrop of pink granite mountains, you’ll find white sand beaches, secluded bays and some of the best coastal walking trails in the country. Experience the best of angles of the park with a twilight sea kayak along the coast and a scenic walk to Wineglass Bay. Peering down from the famous lookout, it is easy to see why Wineglass is the most photographed view in the whole of Tasmania – and one of the top 10 beaches in the world.
This 8-day self-drive package includes 7-night luxury accommodation in Launceston, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park and Freycinet National Park. Throughout your journey, you’ll enjoy gourmet Tasmanian food and wine, with sumptuous 3-course dinners included most nights. A local guide will accompany you on the more challenging Cradle Mountain hikes and you will be free to explore at your own pace on the easier Pumphouse Point and Hazards Beach-Wineglass Bay walks. Complimentary Pumphouse Point boat and e-bike hire and guided Freycinet twilight sea kayak also included.
Embrace the great outdoors in wild and wonderful Tasmania, with this 8-day luxury self-drive package that combines the state’s best hiking, cycling and kayaking. This package is perfect for those wanting to experience a bit of everything!
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Experience one of Australia’s greatest road trips, with this 6-day self-drive package that showcases the best of Tasmania’s East Coast. Perfect for nature lovers, this package takes you from Hobart to Launceston via the Lonely Planet’s hottest travel destinations: Freycinet National Park and the Bay of Fires.
A journey to celebrate simple luxuries – peace and pleasure in equal measure.
Tasmania’s East Coast, with its long white sandy beaches, secluded bays, and pristine national parks, offers a coastal experience like no other. Along the Great Eastern Drive, you’ll experience some of the world’s most inspiring landscapes as well as historic towns and classic seaside villages, fresh seafood and friendly locals – all on one of the best scenic coastal drives in the country.
Heading north from Hobart, you’ll make fantastic use of your National Parks Pass. Discover fascinating human history and striking Painted Cliffs at Maria Island; kayak beneath pink granite mountains and venture to the famous Wineglass Bay at Freycinet National Park; immerse yourself in crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and orange lichen-covered granite boulders at the Bay of Fires; and, as you journey inland towards Launceston, uncover temperate rainforests, fresh grown produce and the rich heritage of the boom days of tin mining. You’ll also traverse the delightful East Coast Wine Trail, showcasing the finest vintages as well as handcrafted beers, spirits and ciders.
This 6-day self-drive package includes 5-nights’ in handpicked, boutique accommodation in Hobart, Orford, Freycinet, Bay of Fires and Launceston on a twin share basis. Select meals are included as well as activities and experiences as per the itinerary.
Discover the natural splendour of Tasmania’s East Coast, with this 6-day self-drive package. Here, you will find a place of encounters, stories and treasures, where small, unexpected moments will become lifelong memories.
Follow the path of the kiwi on this immersive 10-day self-drive road trip showcasing the South Island’s best nature and wildlife experiences including Stewart Island and Doubtful Sound.
Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of natural spectacles and unique wildlife encounters. It is one of the few places in the world where, within the space of one day, you can experience mountain vistas, ancient forests, volcanic landscapes and stunning coastline – all while spotting wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. The South Island is especially breathtaking as the home of the Te Wahipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area. Located in the South Island’s southwest, this 2.6-million-hectare area is one of the greatest natural areas in the world, containing rocks, plants and animals dating back 80 million years to a time when New Zealand was part of the ancient super continent Gondwana.
Departing from Christchurch, hit the road to tick off the South Island’s best natural and wildlife experiences. Drive one of the top 10 drives in the world, the Southern Scenic Route. Tour the Otago Peninsula and see the world’s rarest penguin, the Yellow-eyed Penguin, in its natural habitat. Venture over to Stewart Island and Ulva Island and hunt for the elusive kiwi. Spend a night on Doubtful Sound and discover a haven for dolphins, fur seals and even larger whales. You will also have ample time to explore diverse cities and towns including Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill and Queenstown.
This breathtaking 10-day nature- and wildlife-focused self-drive package includes 9-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Ten days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.
Embrace the great outdoors on this unforgettable 10-day self-drive road trip of the South Island. The natural beauty and wildlife will inspire you.
Traverse New Zealand from North to South on this action-packed 17-day self-drive road trip showcasing the country’s best active experiences including 3 of the Great Walks.
Tucked away at the bottom of the world, New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: tropical beaches, snow-capped mountains, sparkling fiords, raging rivers and active volcano zones. For the outdoor enthusiast, keen on hiking, biking, paddling and more, New Zealand has no shortage of things to see and do. Home of the Great Walks (known to be some of the best hikes in the world) and many other day and multiday hikes, you could spend months trying to see it all. Luckily for you, this road trip leaves no stone unturned on an epic journey from north to south.
Departing from Auckland, hit the road to tick off New Zealand’s best active experiences. Drive New Zealand’s most scenic roads including Buller Gorge, the Crown Range and Milford Road. Discover dramatic landscapes, magnificent wilderness and stunning wildlife on New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Tongariro Northern Circuit, the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Routeburn Track. Uncover beautiful beaches and twinkling bays on the Coromandel Coastal Walk and a geothermal wonderland in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley. Follow the path of Captain James Cook on the Queen Charlotte Track and heli hike to the top of the Franz Josef Glacier. You will also have the opportunity to cruise Lake Wanaka and the magnificent Milford Sound, and explore diverse cities and towns including Wellington, Queenstown, Dunedin and Christchurch at your own pace.
This exhilarating 17-day active and nature-focused self-drive package includes 16-nights’ boutique hotel accommodation on a twin share basis. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools, plunge pools and spas. Seventeen days full size car rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary. Daily breakfast provided.
Get the most out of your trip to New Zealand, with this 17-day self-drive road trip. The beautiful landscapes and thrilling activities will stay with you.
Witness the unforgettable natural spectacle of both the incoming AND outgoing tides of Horizontal Falls with this unique 4-day self-drive package that also showcases the best of Broome’s beaches and pearl farms. This is your ONLY opportunity to experience both the incoming AND the outgoing tide of the Horizontal Falls.
Your adventure begins with one night at Broome’s iconic Cable Beach. You’ll stay in a 4.5-star resort with unparalleled access to 22-kilometres of pristine white sand edged by the stunning turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. It is the perfect place to witness one of the West Coast’s famous sunsets!
The next day, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Willie Creek for a multi award-winning pearl farm tour. Over five hours, gain unique insight into the fascinating process of modern cultured pearl farming, from shell to showroom. You’ll discover exactly what makes the perfect pearl and have plenty of time to shop for the ultimate souvenir. At the end of the day, it’s time to head outback to the laidback town of Derby.
From Derby, take flight in a turbo-prop jet seaplane over the massive tidal plains, the rugged McLarty Ranges and the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Your destination is the Horizontal Falls, an astonishing and unique ‘sideways’ waterfall that David Attenborough once described as “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world”. Touching down in the calm waters of Talbot Bay, set off on an exhilarating high-speed boat ride through the falls followed by a relaxing cruise of the surrounding area.
This one-of-a-kind 4-day self-drive package includes 3-nights’ accommodation Broome, Derby and Talbot Bay on a twin share basis. Tours to Willie Creek Pearl Farm and the Horizontal Falls are included along with select meals as stated in the itinerary. This is a self-drive tour – your own vehicle is required.
Discover the incredible natural wonders of Broome and the Kimberley with this 4-day self-drive package that is the perfect combination of adventure and luxury.
Entertain the whole family in the North Island with this unforgettable 9-day self-drive road trip including Auckland, the Bay of Islands, Rotorua, and the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.
New Zealand’s North Island offers island sanctuaries and lively cities with a large helping of culture and history for a truly diverse holiday experience. From the Bay of Islands where New Zealand’s political history began, journey through landscapes that blend magnificent beaches and coasts, sprawling farmlands and geothermal wonders. Maori culture is rich and ever-present in many parts of the North Island.
Departing from Auckland, hit the road to make lasting memories in the North Island. Discover an island paradise of golden, sandy beaches and charming towns in the Bay of Islands; explore the world’s youngest geothermal system in Rotorua; ride the rapids on the Rangitaki River; immerse yourself in traditional Maori life at the Tamaki Maori Village; and witness the spectacle of a thousand sparkling glow worms at the wonderous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Throughout your journey, there will be ample free time to explore the cities, towns and countryside at your own pace. The kids will never be bored!
This 9-day family fun self-drive package includes 8-nights’ kid-friendly accommodation in 2-bedroom apartments, hotels and townhouses. At the end of each fun-filled day, you will sleep in comfort and have access to luxurious facilities and amenities including swimming pools and spas. Nine days premium 4WD rental is included as well as activities and sightseeings as specified in the itinerary.
Give the family an adventure they will never forget, with this 9-day self-drive road trip through the North Island. The best thing about memories is making them!