Day 1:
Arrive Hobart Airport & proceed to Hertz Car Rental Office, complete your documentation formalities, and pick up your 9-day self-drive Hertz car and begin your fun-filled drive experience of Tasmania. Explore Hobart, Tasmania’s vibrant capital, nestled around the stunning Mt Wellington. Discover ferry cruises along the waterfront and must-visit attractions like Peppermint Bay and the renowned Museum of Old and New Art. Indulge in world-class wines from nearby valleys, including Coal River and Derwent. Embrace nature with hikes to Mount Wellington’s summit or adrenaline-fueled activities like speedboat rides and treetop walks at Tahune Airwalk. Stay overnight at your chosen accommodation.
Day 2:
Breakfast. Today, embark on an exciting wilderness journey to Bruny Island with a yellow boat cruise. Depart from Hobart for a scenic 45-minute drive to Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering. Park your vehicle at the marina and catch the Bruny Island Guided Tour Bus to the cruise. Experience the power of the Southern Ocean as you cruise from Adventure Bay to The Friars with Bruny Island Cruises. Encounter wildlife like sea eagles, dolphins, seals, and migrating whales. Return to your car by 5pm and head back to your accommodation for an overnight stay.
Day 3:
Breakfast & check-out. Today, embark on a scenic self-drive from Hobart to Strahan. Journey through the picturesque Derwent Valley, marked by lush pastures, vineyards, and the inspiring Wall in the Wilderness at Derwent Bridge. Marvel at the majestic peaks of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park and the historic town of Queenstown. Finally, arrive in the charming fishing village of Strahan, known for its quaint cottages and stunning views of Macquarie Harbour. Overnight accommodation awaits your arrival.
Day 4:
Breakfast. Check-out and embark on a Gordon River Cruise with lunch, exploring the historic waterways of Macquarie Harbour and the Gordon River aboard Lady Jane Franklin II. Experience the ancient temperate rainforests and visit Tasmania’s oldest convict settlement on Sarah Island. After the cruise, self-drive from Strahan to Cradle Mountain, a journey of approximately 160km taking around 2.5 hours. Travel through the winding roads of the West Coast, passing through Zeehan and Tullah before reaching Cradle Mountain. Overnight accommodation awaits your arrival.
Day 5:
Breakfast. Wake early to witness the sunrise over Cradle Mountain. Challenge yourself with a guided hike to the summit or opt for a leisurely stroll around Dove Lake. Explore the park’s attractions on a guided 4WD coach tour, including the historic Waldheim cottage. Encounter endangered Tasmanian devils at Devils @ Cradle. Relax with local wine by an open fire or join an evening wildlife tour. Sample Tasmania’s boutique beers with local produce at a beer tasting. Overnight at your accommodation.
Day 6:
Breakfast. Visit The Wilderness Gallery, the world’s first private gallery dedicated to nature photography, showcasing spectacular images of natural wonders from Tasmania and beyond. Explore the Thylacine exhibition, dedicated to the extinct Tasmanian Tiger. Depart Cradle Mountain and self-drive to Freycinet along Tasmania’s picturesque East Coast. Discover Freycinet Peninsula’s wildlife, pink granite mountains, white sandy beaches, and Wineglass Bay, one of the world’s top 10 beaches. Enjoy guided hikes, cruises, food and wine tastings, Tasmanian whiskey sampling, or kayaking. Overnight accommodation awaits your stay.
Day 7:
Breakfast. Check-out & put on your walking boots or shoes – then step out on the track to Wineglass Bay, try the more challenging ascent of Mt Amos, enjoy the wildflower ramble around the headland at Cape Tourville, or take the longer circuit walks on the Freycinet Peninsula. Whether it’s for an hour or two or a full day trek, this is a walker’s paradise. Overnight stay at accommodation.
Day 8:
Breakfast. Check-out & head south to Hobart, enjoying a coastal journey through Swansea and Orford. Stop at award-winning vineyards on the East Coast to sample cool climate wines and juicy berries. Explore the Coal River Valley wine region and indulge in sumptuous local produce in Richmond, known for its historic attractions including Richmond Bridge, Australia’s largest and oldest stone bridge. Don’t miss trying a scallop pie before returning to Hobart. Overnight accommodation awaits.
Day 9:
Breakfast. Check-out & self-drive to Hobart Airport and deposit your vehicle with Hertz’s Airport Office by completing your final documentation.
