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     Tastes of
     Tasmania
     Meet the producers of some of Australia’s
     best food and wine and delve into the
     untouched landscapes of Maria Island
     and the Bay of Fires. Head deep into the
     Tasmanian wilderness spending a night
     by the campfire under the stars and soak
     up panoramic views of one of the world’s
     most beautiful beaches.

                                                                                                                   Bay of Fires Bush Retreat
     7 DAYS      • Hobart • Triabunna • Maria Island
                                                                                          Share a delicious, seasonal meal with Anna and Tom
     • Freycinet National Park • Bay of Fires                   at the Bay of Fires Bush Retreat, nestled in the rugged bushland of Tasmania.
     • Mount William National Park • Launceston

         Immerse                                               local artists as you explore the many galleries and shops hidden in the
                                                               old sandstone warehouses. Take in the sights, smells and sounds of
     Immerse yourself in the weird and wonderful               the vibrant Salamanca Market as you wander past hundreds of stalls
     world of MONA. Meet the stallholders and soak             overflowing with local produce, crafts, jewellery, freshly baked goods and
     up the atmosphere of Salamanca Market.                    artisanal cider. Working up a hunger, you’ll head to New Norfolk for a
                                                               Local Dining Experience at the Agrarian Kitchen Eatery, borne from a
                                                               longing to grow and cook authentic local food where the ingredients speak
         Indulge                                               for themselves. Afterwards visit the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA).
                                                               Immerse yourself in the gallery’s weird and wonderful installations and
     Sample Tasmania’s finest wines at Craigie                 exhibitions, before hopping on the ferry to Hobart for an evening at leisure.
     Knowe Vineyard and Sharmans Wines. Indulge
                                                                  Crowne Plaza, 2 nights
     in a paddock to plate feast of fresh local
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     produce at the Agrarian Kitchen.
                                                               Day 2: Huon Valley & Tahune Airwalk
         Explore
                                                               Explore the Huon Valley, a region renowned for its fresh produce,
     Head deep into the Tasmanian wilderness                   wine, seafood and other gourmet delicacies, as well as its natural
     on the Tahune Airwalk experience. Soak up                 beauty with pristine rivers meandering through valleys bordered by
     panoramic views of the one of the world’s                 World Heritage listed national parks. Visit the Honey Pot before going
     most beautiful beaches, Wineglass Bay.                    behind the scenes and immersing yourself in traditional wooden boat
                                                               building, lovingly crafted by hand. Stop by the side of the road to taste
                                                               fresh apples, pears and berries from the local orchards before heading
         Relax                                                 deep into the Australian bush to experience the Tahune Airwalk, an
     Unwind at Peppers Silo Hotel on the idyllic               elevated walkway 30 metres above the forest floor offering spectacular
                                                               views of the Huon River and beyond to the peaks of the World Heritage
     Tamar River, and enjoy a relaxing night spent             Area. Working up a thirst, sample some local ciders at Willie Smith's
     by the campfire at Bay of Fires Bush Retreat.             Apple Shed before returning to the city. Indulge in dinner on Hobart’s
                                                               waterfront, with unsurpassed views of the city and Mt. Wellington.
                                                                  Breakfast, dinner with wine
 As this journey departs from the Crowne Plaza Hotel Hobart
 at 8.00am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for       Day 3: Hobart – East Coast & Maria Island
 the previous night.
                                                               Travel to the working port of Triabunna just in time to catch the ferry to
 Day 1: Welcome to Hobart                                      Maria Island. Rich in indigenous and European history, abundant in wildlife,
                                                               and boasting spectacular views and remarkable geological features,
 Meet your Journey Director and head out on a walking tour     this entire island is a National Park. Explore the convict-built Darlington
 of the historic docks and Salamanca Place. Connect with the   township, take a walk to the Fossil or Painted Cliffs, hire a bike, or simply

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