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Explore Tasmania
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Wonderful walks and world-heritage wilderness, great golf and the great outdoors
romance and relaxation, unique and boutique, fishing and foodie getaways
- its all right here in Australia’s island state!
Our collection of short breaks, longer escapes and self-drives invite you to explore your back yard
and #HolidayHereThisYear. Each of the following itineraries also include a signature Southern
Crossings experience to provide you with a personalised and beneath-the-skin introduction to the
wonderful people and places that make this state so great.
These itineraries provide just a small sample of the endless possibilities in Tasmania. With so much
more to explore right across the state, if you can’t find your ideal escape here, we’ll tailor an
itinerary that is just right for you.
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Experience Directory
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experiences available in Tasmania and curated exclusively by Southern Crossings
Short Breaks (4 - 5 night itineraries)
A taste of A feast for the senses* Rugged and refined*
Tasmanian style*
Longer escapes (6 -13 night itineraries)
Island escapades Spectacular south Tasmanian Highlights and
and escapes east wonders treasures* insights*
(6 nights) (8 nights) (12 nights) (13 nights)
The above * packages are offered as self-drive itineraries; please ask for details if you
require alternative transport options, or if you do not require a rental vehicle.
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Experience Directory
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Multi-State itineraries (3, 4 and 11 night options)
Island-hopping Scenic southern isles Refresh, rejuvenate
golfing getaways (4 nights) and reset* (11 nights)
(3 nights) Victoria / Tasmania / NSW
Tasmania/Victoria Tasmania/SA
The above * packages are offered as self-drive itineraries; please ask for details if you
require alternative transport options, or if you do not require a rental vehicle.
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A taste of Tasmanian style
Luxury lodgings, fabulous food and spectacular nature. Get a taste for Tasmania in style!
Experience Tasmania’s finest accommodation, matched with tantalising culinary journeys on this four-night luxe
foodie experience.
Staying at Hobart’s charming Islington boutique hotel, where elegance and exceptional service go hand in hand,
enjoy exploring Hobart’s fabulous waterfront restaurants and tasty weekend markets. A full-day private tour to
Bruny Island provides the opportunity to taste some of the island’s bountiful seasonal and regional produce. Home
to an almost endless selection of artisanal producers, local wines and an array of unique wildlife: from fur seals and
fairy penguins to albatross and white wallabies; this island is sure to be a highlight of your Tasmanian adventures.
Travel along Tasmania’s scenic East Coast to the fabulous Freycinet Peninsula and enjoy a two-night stay at
Australia’s magnificent Saffire Freycinet lodge. This luxurious coastal sanctuary overlooks the spectacular Hazard
Mountains and Great Oyster Bay, and is a celebration of local culinary delights, breathtaking scenery and immersive
local activities that showcase the property’ stunning natural surrounds.
Price: From $3,635 pp (based on double/twin share. $7,270 total for two people).
Inclusions: 4 nights’ accommodation (2 nights Islington Hotel, 2 nights Saffire Freycinet) inclusive of daily breakfast, up to 3
lunches (subject to travel schedule) and 3 dinners per person. Private Bruny Island produce experience, Selected
activities at Saffire Freycinet. Rental vehicle including insurance (max cover), unlimited kilometres and GPS.
Australian GST at 10%
Note: Private transfers by luxury vehicle and/or helicopter are available on request.
A feast for the senses
Fresh air and fine food, beautiful waterways and breathtaking national parks.
Start your Tasmanian getaway in historic Hobart. Tasmania’s harbourfront capital showcases a rich heritage and a
dynamic modern food scene. Enjoy a two-night stay at MACq01, a stylish storytelling hotel on the city’s vibrant
waterfront, only a short stroll from some of Hobart’s finest eateries and small-batch whisky distilleries, cafes,
markets and wine bars. During a full day cruise down the Derwent River and into the sheltered waters of the
D'Entrecasteaux Channel, gather the ingredients for a decadent seafood feast (freshly shucked oysters, abalone,
rock lobster, sea urchin and salmon) accompanied by gourmet local produce, fine Tasmanian wines, local craft
beers and apple ciders for a most memorable (and delicious) introduction to Australia’s island state.
Take to the road to continue your journey along Tasmania’s scenic East Coast. Explore Freycinet Peninsula’s
breathtaking coastal views, spectacular bushland and popular hiking tracks at your own pace. Soak up the scenery
and serenity from your outdoor bath-tub on the deck of your stylish Coastal Pavilion at Freycinet Lodge,
overlooking Great Oyster Bay and the rugged Hazards mountain range. Enjoy a sampling of Tasmania’s finest hand-
crafted gins or a sensory journey through Tasmania’s iconic wine regions during your stay at the Lodge.
Surrounded by Freycinet National Park, you may choose to hike, bike, kayak or cruise to explore the region’s
untracked beaches and untamed bushland, from Cape Tourville Lighthouse to Wineglass Bay.
Price: From $2,230 pp (based on double/twin share. $4,460 total for two people).
Inclusions: 4 nights’ accommodation (2 nights at MACq01 and 2 nights at Freycinet Lodge) inclusive of daily breakfast and 1
lunch per person. Full day small group Seafood Seduction cruise, self-guided gin or wine tasting at Freycinet
Lodge. Rental vehicle including insurance, unlimited kilometres and GPS. Australian GST at 10%
Rugged and refined
Get off the beaten track and taste the difference.
For a refreshingly different taste of Tasmania, begin your gourmet escape in Launceston. Staying in the recently
reinvented riverside rooms of the Launceston landmark, Ritchie’s historic flour mill, guests enjoy a well-stocked in-
room pantry, a cosy guest lounge with honesty bar and privileged access to chat with the chefs and sample their
crafts in the kitchen of one of Tasmania’s most highly acclaimed restaurants. Stillwater Seven is only moments from
Launceston’s Cataract Gorge and a short stroll from the city centre, providing rewarding opportunities to walk off
the inevitable Stillwater culinary indulgences.
Next stop, King Island. Relax, revive and immerse yourself in its pristine beauty and many local gourmet delights
with a stay at Kittawa Lodge, an exclusive 96-acre property on the island’s wild west coast. Relish in the gourmet
provisions for breakfasts, lunches and snacks, and chef-prepared dinners each evening. Enjoy world-famous local
fresh produce; from cheeses to beef, fresh seafoods to locally baked breads. Marvel at the panoramic views of the
rugged coastal landscape; and enjoy a private half-day tour with a local host showcasing the island’s incredible
scenery and tasty produce, including a visit to an inspiring local farm.
Price: From $3,850 pp (based on double/twin share. $7,700 total for two people).
Inclusions: 5 nights’ accommodation (2 nights at Stillwater Seven, 3 nights at Kittawa Lodge) inclusive of daily breakfast, 3
lunches and 3 dinners per person. Full day private hosted foodie tour of Launceston and Tamar Valley, Half day
private King island tour and farm visit. Private airport transfers in Launceston. AWD rental vehicle on King Island.
Australian GST at 10%.
Note: Flights to and from King Island are not included in the tour cost. There is opportunity to play a round of golf at
the famous Cape Wickham or Ocean Dunes golf courses on King Island (additional charges apply).
Island escapades and escapes
Explore the island state’s idyllic islands
Begin your island adventures at Hobart’s Henry Jones Art Hotel. Superbly located on the island state capital’s
bustling waterfront, Australia’s first art hotel, is packed with personality. During your stay, enjoy a full-day private
tour to the scenically spectacular Maria Island, a natural wildlife sanctuary for wombats and wallabies, kangaroos
and pademelons, beautiful birdlife and so much more. Wildlife, history and natural beauty abound.
Continue the wildlife adventures on Bruny Island, with an engaging program of guided touring and walks that
showcase the island’s stunning scenery and introduce you to some of the curious local fauna. Sample fresh local
produce as you explore Bruny Island’s beautifully preserved natural environment.
Then really get away from it all, with a two-night stay on your own private island hideaway. Just a five-minute boat
trip from Bruny Island, Satellite Island is a secluded 76-acre private hideaway in the pristine waters of the
D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Enjoy sublime seclusion, sleeping by the water’s edge, shucking oysters straight from the
rocks. Fish from the jetty, feed the deer, watch the sunset across the Southern Ocean, stargaze to spot the
Southern Lights; and enjoy freedom from all the cares of the outside world. Return to Hobart by private helicopter.
Price: From $6,210 pp with a minimum of 4 people (based on double/twin share. $24,840 total for four people).
Inclusions: 6 nights’ accommodation (2 nights Henry Jones Art Hotel, 2 nights in a cottage on Bruny Island, 2 nights
Satellite Island) inclusive of daily breakfast in Hobart, breakfast provisions on Bruny Island, 4 lunches and 2
dinners per person*. Full day private Maria Island tour, 3 day/2 nights private tour of Bruny Island, 2 nights’
exclusive use of Satellite Island including use of fishing gear, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and SUP boards; a 24-hour
on call island keeper. Private transfers including helicopter Satellite Island-Hobart Airport. Australian GST at 10%.
Note: *Your accommodation on Satellite Island features a pantry stocked with gourmet essentials. Meals are not
included. If you would like to cook your own meals, a provision stop will be made prior to departing Bruny Island.
Alternatively, a private chef can be requested to cook some or all of your meals (additional charges apply)
Spectacular south east wonders
Wine and wilderness, art and animals; from the city to the coast.
Begin your journey in the harbourside city of Hobart, with a three-night stay at MACq01, a boutique hotel in one of
Hobart’s most enviable locations. Each guest room shares the tales of the colourful characters that have shaped
Tasmania’s unique spirit. Whilst in Hobart, enjoy a private day trip to the striking World Heritage Listed Mt Field
National Park with an expert guide at your side; and a ‘posh-as’ day of wine and art, including ferry transfers,
behind-the-scenes touring at Moorilla winery, a delicious lunch at Source restaurant and a visit to Hobart’s iconic
MONA gallery to round out your stay.
Over the following four days, enjoy a guided walking tour on Maria Island, including exclusive glamping
accommodation and gourmet candlelit dinners. Explore stunning island scenery, meet endearing Tasmanian wildlife
and learn the island’s fascinating history.
Conclude your adventure with a relaxing two-night stay at the luxurious Saffire Freycinet, one of Australia’s most
highly awarded luxury lodges, with exceptional dining options, transformative wellness treatments and a
complimentary range of immersive local activities and experiences.
Price: From $7,740 pp (based on double/twin share. $15,480 total for two people).
Inclusions: 8 nights’ accommodation (3 nights MACq01, 3 nights Maria Island Walk, 2 nights Saffire Freycinet) inclusive of
daily breakfast, 6 lunches and 6 dinners per person. Full day private Mt Field National Park hosted excursion,
Moorilla & MONA posh day including return ferry transfers in the Posh Pit ex Hobart, MONA entry, guided
vineyard tour, tasting and a bottle of wine, 4-Day small group Maria island guided walk including ferry transfers,
Selected activities at Saffire Freycinet, National Park Fees and entry permits, Private luxury car transfers.
Australian GST at 10%.
Tasmanian treasures
Traversing Tasmania from North to South.
Begin your Tasmanian adventure in Launceston before embarking on one of Australia’s most spectacular multi-day
guided walks. Explore the beautiful Bay of Fires on foot, travelling across sandy white beaches and secluded coves,
kayaking in quiet rivers, enjoying refreshing ocean swims and sipping local wines in the company of new friends.
Return to Launceston and enjoy a perfume-masterclass at a local lavender farm, as well as a nocturnal wildlife
tracking tour and campfire dinner.
Envelop yourself in nature with a two-night stay at Cradle Mountain Lodge to enjoy wonderful wilderness walks and
spectacular scenery. Continue on to Strahan to explore Tasmania’s wild west, enjoying a scenic half-day cruise
through the Gordon River Wilderness Area, one of the most pristine corners of our planet.
Round off your Tasmanian adventure at the French-inspired Villa Howden on the edge of the Huon Valley, and
enjoy a full-day cruise to sample the freshest Bruny Island produce and local flavours.
Price: From $7,980pp (based on double/twin share. $15,960 total for two people).
Inclusions: 12 nights’ accommodation (1 night The Sebel Launceston, 3 nights Bay of Fires Lodge Walk, 2 nights Peppers
Silo Hotel, 2 nights Cradle Mountain Lodge, 2 nights Wheelhouse Apartments, 2 nights Villa Howden) inclusive of
9 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 4 dinners per person. 4 day/3 night Bay of Fires guided walk including
accommodation, meals, transfers and National Park fees, Private Fragrance masterclass, Private Quoll Patrol
tour with dinner, Half day shared group Gordon River Cruise including premium seating and lunch, Small group
Bruny Island cruise with lunch. Private transfer Launceston. Rental vehicle including insurance (max cover),
unlimited kilometres and GPS. Australian GST at 10%.
Highlights and insights
Tour Tasmania’s iconic highlights, enjoying wonderful local insights along the way.
Begin your journey in Tasmania’s north at the charming Quamby Estate, and visit Josef Chromy winery for a unique
fly fishing and wine tasting experience followed by lunch with matching wines during your stay here. Head to the
coastal town of Stanley on Tasmania's northwest coast. Explore the historic village, its beautiful surrounds, and
make your way to the top of the ‘The Nut’, with the intimate and inviting Ship Inn as your base. Continue your
journey to the World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain National Park to enjoy a wonderful collection of wilderness
experiences: guided and self-guided walks, mountain biking, fly fishing, nocturnal wildlife tours and rejuvenating
treatments at Cradle Mountain Lodge’s Waldheim Alpine Spa.
Your next stop is picturesque Pumphouse Point from where you can continue the outdoor adventures nestled in the
south-eastern corner of Lake St Clair. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit ‘Wall in the Wilderness’, a history of the
Tasmanian highlands sculpted in Huon Pine, just a short drive away. From here, head for the coast to enjoy a
luxurious stay at one of Australia’s most highly-awarded luxury lodges. Saffire Freycinet is the base for Wineglass
Bay walks, Tasmanian devil encounters and wonderful oyster farm tours. Before finishing up in Hobart, stay at
MONA Pavilions overlooking the Derwent River to enjoy unlimited entry to MONA museum and a tour of their
Moorilla winery. Complete your Tasmanian touring on a high, with a scenic flight over Hobart to the southern-most
point of Australia. Your final day tour also includes a cruise the waters of Port Davey Marine Reserve to discover the
area’s rich indigenous history and enjoy gourmet Tasmanian produce.
Price: From $7,955 pp (based on double/twin share. $15,910 total for two people).
Inclusions: 13 nights’ accommodation (2 nights Quamby Estate, 2 nights Ship Inn Stanley, 2 nights Cradle Mountain Lodge, 2
nights Pumphouse Point, 2 nights Saffire Freycinet, 3 nights Mona Pavilions) inclusive of daily breakfast, 4
lunches and 4 dinners per person. Half day fly fishing and wine tasting experience at Josef Chromy Wines,
Admission to the MONA, tour or Moorilla winery and a bottle of Moorilla sparkling wine, Full day small group air
tour to Southern West National park. Automatic rental vehicle. Australian GST at 10%.
Note: The Wall in the Wilderness will reopen on the 1st of September.Island-hopping golfing getaway
The ultimate Australian golfing getaway by private jet.
Fresh air and fabulous food, great golf and the great outdoors come together in this ultimate golfing getaway.
Jet off from Melbourne’s Essendon airport to land at Tasmania’s premier golfing destination, Barnbougle and
play two of Australia’s best courses – Lost Farm and Barnbougle Dunes on the wild and windswept coast of
North-East Tasmania.
A short scenic flight lands you on the wonderfully remote and beautifully rugged King Island, to enjoy two more
spectacular Australian coastal links courses high on any golfers’ lust-list: Ocean Dunes and Cape Wickham.
Return to Melbourne with your private jet, rejuvenated and refreshed.
Price: From $6,195pp (based on double/twin share. $12,390 total for two people).
Inclusions: 3 nights’ accommodation (2 nights Barnbougle Lost Farm Lodge and 1 night King Island), a round of golf at
Cape Wickham (18 holes), Ocean Dunes (18 holes), Barnbougle Dunes (18 holes) and Barnbougle Lost Farm
(20 holes) with pull-cart and full-size bag hire, return private jet flights Essendon-Barnbougle-King Is-
Essendon. Australian GST at 10%.
Note: This touring is offered subject to Victorian/Tasmanian border. Please contact our Travel Designers for
Tasmania-only King Island / Barnbougle travel options.Scenic southern isles
King, Kangaroo and Flinders: explore a trio of Australia’s scenic southern isles
Get off the well-trodden tourist trail to explore parts of the country that few Australians have visited. Enjoy a
private island-hopping air safari to visit Flinders Island, King Island and Kangaroo Island. Wilderness and wildlife,
history and heritage, unspoiled beaches and pristine natural beauty, ocean fresh seafood and farm-fresh produce.
Depart Melbourne and soar over Wilson’s Promontory, the southern-most point of the Australian mainland, to land
on Flinders Island, a remote, rugged and mountainous Tasmanian island in middle of Bass Strait With more pristine
beaches than there are people, explore the island with an in-the-know local.
Next stop, King Island. Enjoy more spectacular scenery, wild coastline and rolling farmlands, engaging local insights
and fabulous fresh produce (world-class beef, oven-fresh breads, delicious cheeses and crayfish delicacies).
Continue west to Kangaroo Island. Australia’s ‘Galapagos’ showcases stunning natural scenery and wonderful native
wildlife (kangaroos and koalas, echidna, seals and more). Off the beaten track and off-the grid; two full days of
exclusive local touring will introduce you to the best that the island has to offer before returning to Melbourne.
Price: From $11,880 pp with a minimum of 4 people (based on double/twin share. $47,520 total for four people).
Inclusions: 4 nights’ accommodation (1 night Furneaux Tavern, 1 night King Island Wilderness Retreat, 2 nights
Oceanview Eco Villas) inclusive of daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 4 dinners per person. Private flights
Melbourne (Essendon Airport) – Flinders Island – King Island – Kangaroo Island – Melbourne aboard a luxury
prop-jet aircraft, private tour of Flinders Island, Private tour of Kind Island, 2 days exclusive touring on
Kangaroo Island. Australian GST at 10%
Note: This itinerary is subject to domestic border restrictions. Contact our Travel Designers for alternative
SA/Tasmania-only touring options.Refresh, rejuvenate and reset
World heritage wilderness and idyllic island life: Tasmania, Wolgan Valley and Lord Howe Island.
Discover bucket-list Australian destinations and experiences as this 11-night itinerary showcases some Australia’s
most remote and pristine wildernesses that will refresh and rejuvenate, to help you really reset.
The adventures begin in Hobart, with the wonderful waterfront MACq01 as your base. Enjoy a spectacular
helicopter flight over the Three Capes on the Tasman Peninsula and discover the historic significance of Port Arthur
during your stay here. Then head for the coast to soak up some crisp clean air, spectacular scenery and lodge-life
luxe, with a refreshing stay at Australia’s highly awarded Saffire Freycinet.
Head north, to Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley resort on the edge the World Heritage Blue Mountains wilderness
west of Sydney. Enjoy rugged wilderness, refined luxuries, wonderful wildlife and a range of rejuvenating outdoor
adventures on this 7,000 acre carbon-neutral wildlife conservancy.
Hop across to the World Heritage Listed Lord Howe Island to really relax and reset. Refreshing bike rides and
challenging hikes, rewarding snorkelling adventures and rejuvenating lagoon swims; enjoy the relaxed island pace!
Price: From $13,800 pp (based on double/twin share. $27,600 total for two people).
Inclusions: 11 nights’ accommodation (2 nights MACq01 hotel, 3 nights Saffire Freycinet, 3 nights Emirates One&Only
Wolgan Valley, 3 nights Capella Lodge) inclusive of daily breakfast, 5 lunches (subject to travel schedule) and 9
dinners per person. Private Three Capes scenic flight and Port Arthur guided experience, Selected activities at
Saffire Freycinet and Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley. Private car transfers Sydney Airport-Heliport and
Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley-Sydney Airport, Private helicopter scenic transfer Sydney-Emirates
One&Only Wolgan Valley. Rental vehicle in Tasmania and Australian GST at 10%.
Note: Private transfers by luxury vehicle and/or helicopter are available on request. This itinerary is available from
September 2020 and subject to border reopenings.If you haven’t found your ideal escape among these suggestions,
we’ll tailor an itinerary that’s just right for you.
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