• You may choose a relaxing historical harbour cruise on the River Derwent aboard the Spirit of Hobart. Alternatively, enjoy a historical guided walking tour or relax during an afternoon high tea.

Discover the magic of Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park today, then continue to the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Visit The Wall in the Wilderness, before travelling via the mining town of Queenstown to Strahan.

Tonight, savour dinner at View 42° Restaurant & Bar. Stay: Strahan Village (B/D)

From the comfort of the Captain's Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Heritage Landing, for a guided rainforest walk. Back on board, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch of fresh Tasmanian produce before arriving at Tasmania's World Heritage-listed Sarah Island. Here you'll get a chilling insight into the cruelties of convict life as you explore the ruins of what was once a convict settlement. Cruise past Hells Gates then return to Strahan.

From here, set off by coach for the secluded Pepper's Cradle Mountain Lodge, set right on the edge of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Stay Two Nights: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:

• Board the luxurious Spirit of the Wild for a cruise along the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River.

• Perhaps indulge in a wine and cheese tasting or set out on a guided tour along the Enchanted Walk, one of Tasmania's 60 Great Short Walks, which follows Pencil Pine Creek over buttongrass moorlands into cool temperate rainforest. Alternatively, enjoy a free afternoon then go searching for native animals on a night spotlight tour.

• Explore beautiful Dove Lake and its surrounds with a friendly local guide, admiring the unique wilderness of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

• Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River.
• Tonight, enjoy a locally inspired dinner of delicious Tasmanian fare at Tall Timbers Smithton.

This morning you will travel to Franklin House, an enchanting historic homestead surrounded by splendid gardens. Built in 1838 for former convict Britton Jones, by then a successful Launceston brewer and publican, the house became one of the Colony's leading private schools between 1842 and 1866. Wander through the elegant 19th-century rooms inside the beautifully restored Georgian style house before exploring the superb gardens.

Afterwards, travel to Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation on the outskirts of the city. Follow the path along the river to explore the geological wonders and soak up the fresh Tasmanian air. Stay Two Nights: Launceston, Peppers Silo Hotel (B/D)

• Perhaps discover the wonders of Seahorse World or see the elusive inhabitants of Platypus House in a unique indoor setting. Alternatively, embark on a historical journey as you enjoy a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre. Or enjoy a fully guided tour of James Boag's historic brewery, which concludes with a tasting.

• Visit Josef Chromy Wines, a winery that prides itself on celebrating Tasmanian grapes. Here you'll be treated to a specially prepared lunch and have the chance to sample some of the winery's finest drops.

• Today you'll travel through the scenic wine-producing areas of northern Tasmania en route to the Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Here, take a tour of the distillery and sample unique lavender-infused fare.

After breakfast, travel south to Coles Bay where you will board the spacious Schouten Passage II eco-catamaran to cruise the pristine waters of Wineglass Bay and the dramatic coastline of Freycinet National Park. Learn about the geology, ecosystems and heritage of the region throughout the cruise and savour a delicious ploughman's style lunch of fresh local produce.

Following the cruise, visit Freycinet National Park Visitor Centre then enjoy more stunning coastal scenery during a guided tour along Cape Tourville before returning to Bicheno. (B/L/D)

Visit the historic towns of Ross and Richmond on your way to Hobart. After arriving in the Tasmanian capital, embark on a guided discovery of the city, which takes you through the Royal Tasmanian city's Botanical Gardens and the heritage district of Battery Point. Stay Two Nights: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor (B)

Today, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia's most intact, evocative and notorious convict prison, on a guided tour. See the famous sandstone Penitentiary then visit the Convict Church and Separate Prison. You'll then step aboard a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear haunting stories about the convicts who were transported here from across the world and eventually buried at Port Arthur. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck. (B/D)

This morning, walk the Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. Wander through the array of goods from hand-crafted jewellery and carved wooden trinkets to tantalising Tasmanian gin.

Afterwards, bid a fond farewell to the Apple Isle. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight. (B)

• You may choose a relaxing historical harbour cruise on the River Derwent aboard the Spirit of Hobart. Alternatively, enjoy a historical guided walking tour or relax during an afternoon high tea.

Discover the magic of Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park today, then continue to the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Visit The Wall in the Wilderness, before travelling via the mining town of Queenstown to Strahan.

Tonight, savour dinner at View 42° Restaurant & Bar. Stay: Strahan Village (B/D)

From the comfort of the Captain's Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Heritage Landing, for a guided rainforest walk. Back on board, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch of fresh Tasmanian produce before arriving at Tasmania's World Heritage-listed Sarah Island. Here you'll get a chilling insight into the cruelties of convict life as you explore the ruins of what was once a convict settlement. Cruise past Hells Gates then return to Strahan.

From here, set off by coach for the secluded Pepper's Cradle Mountain Lodge, set right on the edge of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Stay Two Nights: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:

• Board the luxurious Spirit of the Wild for a cruise along the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River.

• Perhaps indulge in a wine and cheese tasting or set out on a guided tour along the Enchanted Walk, one of Tasmania's 60 Great Short Walks, which follows Pencil Pine Creek over buttongrass moorlands into cool temperate rainforest. Alternatively, enjoy a free afternoon then go searching for native animals on a night spotlight tour.

• Explore beautiful Dove Lake and its surrounds with a friendly local guide, admiring the unique wilderness of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.

• Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River.
• Tonight, enjoy a locally inspired dinner of delicious Tasmanian fare at Tall Timbers Smithton.

This morning you will travel to Franklin House, an enchanting historic homestead surrounded by splendid gardens. Built in 1838 for former convict Britton Jones, by then a successful Launceston brewer and publican, the house became one of the Colony's leading private schools between 1842 and 1866. Wander through the elegant 19th-century rooms inside the beautifully restored Georgian style house before exploring the superb gardens.

Afterwards, travel to Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation on the outskirts of the city. Follow the path along the river to explore the geological wonders and soak up the fresh Tasmanian air. Stay Two Nights: Launceston, Peppers Silo Hotel (B/D)

• Perhaps discover the wonders of Seahorse World or see the elusive inhabitants of Platypus House in a unique indoor setting. Alternatively, embark on a historical journey as you enjoy a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre. Or enjoy a fully guided tour of James Boag's historic brewery, which concludes with a tasting.

• Visit Josef Chromy Wines, a winery that prides itself on celebrating Tasmanian grapes. Here you'll be treated to a specially prepared lunch and have the chance to sample some of the winery's finest drops.

• Today you'll travel through the scenic wine-producing areas of northern Tasmania en route to the Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Here, take a tour of the distillery and sample unique lavender-infused fare.

After breakfast, travel south to Coles Bay where you will board the spacious Schouten Passage II eco-catamaran to cruise the pristine waters of Wineglass Bay and the dramatic coastline of Freycinet National Park. Learn about the geology, ecosystems and heritage of the region throughout the cruise and savour a delicious ploughman's style lunch of fresh local produce.

Following the cruise, visit Freycinet National Park Visitor Centre then enjoy more stunning coastal scenery during a guided tour along Cape Tourville before returning to Bicheno. (B/L/D)

Visit the historic towns of Ross and Richmond on your way to Hobart. After arriving in the Tasmanian capital, embark on a guided discovery of the city, which takes you through the Royal Tasmanian city's Botanical Gardens and the heritage district of Battery Point. Stay Two Nights: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor (B)

Today, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia's most intact, evocative and notorious convict prison, on a guided tour. See the famous sandstone Penitentiary then visit the Convict Church and Separate Prison. You'll then step aboard a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear haunting stories about the convicts who were transported here from across the world and eventually buried at Port Arthur. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck. (B/D)

This morning, walk the Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. Wander through the array of goods from hand-crafted jewellery and carved wooden trinkets to tantalising Tasmanian gin.

Afterwards, bid a fond farewell to the Apple Isle. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight. (B)