Tasmania

The small, historic island of Tasmania is known for its delicious produce, spectacular scenery and exciting outdoor activities. You won’t regret taking the time to visit!

Hobart is a beautiful city notable especially for its old sandstone buildings. Salamanca Place is a delight to explore with its galleries, restaurants and boutiques housed in old town warehouses. Visit the market on Saturday morning to discover tasty local produce and Tasmanian arts and crafts, especially in wood.

Don’t forget to visit Port Arthur where many prisoners arrived in the mid-19th century. This historic site on the Tasman Peninsula was once considered to be an inescapable prison.

If you love the great outdoors then Tasmania is unlikely to disappoint. You can hike around Cradle Mountain, visit Freycinet National Park and the beautiful wine glass bay, bush walk along many tracks, and kayak, white water raft, snorkel and scuba dive.

One of the most picturesque areas is Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Take a cruise along the Gordon River, appreciate the tranquil scenery and learn how environmental protesters, much maligned in the Australian press, saved this beautiful area from being dammed for hydro-electricity.

Tasmania may have superb natural beauty but there is also a vibrant creative culture along with delicious food and wine. A week here is well-spent.