DAY 1 (LD): WAGGA WAGGA TO SPIRIT OF TASMANIA – Tuesday, 11^th November 2025

Welcome to an exciting adventure discovering Tasmania with Priests Coaches.  Once everyone is onboard, off we head to the North Geelong terminal to join our Spirit of Tasmania cruise across to “the other side”. Arriving with plenty of time to load the coach onto the cargo deck, we board and find our cabins. The cabins are very comfortable, with twin bed accommodation and ensuite bathroom. The facilities on the vessel are extensive with lounges, bars, shops and viewing areas. Dinner is served in the Tasmanian Marketplace Kitchen before retiring for the evening.

Lunch enroute, Dinner included onboard Spirt of Tasmania

Spirit of Tasmania – Porthole Cabin

 

DAY 2 (BLD): DEVONPORT TO LAUNCESTON – Wednesday, 12^th November 2025

On arrival in Devonport our coach is unloaded, and we head for breakfast at the nearby Argosy Motor Inn and from here we can commence our days touring. Leaving Devonport, we now head to Sheffield and look at all the Murals before our first stop at the Ashgrove Cheeses Dairy Door. The new visitor centre recently re-opened and here we can see how cheese is made, watch the cheesemakers in action, or learn about Ashgrove’s unique pasture to plate philosophy in the interpretation centre. Next, we head to nearby Deloraine where we visit Yarns: Artwork in Silk.  The main highlight of this attraction is the light and sound show presentation in the auditorium.  From here we travel into Launceston and arrive at Country Club Tasmania for a lovely buffet lunch.  This afternoon we join Tamar River Cruises aboard the Lady Launceston and explore the Old Launceston Seaport before cruising to Kings Wharf viewing historic vessels and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into the spectacular Cataract Gorge as we engage the Lady Launceston’s unique and silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs and cascades from our seats on this 1890’s style vessel. We’ll enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area. Our day concludes as we check into our Launceston hotel for the next 2-night stay.

Breakfast at Argosy Motor Inn | lunch at Country Club Tasmania | dinner in hotel

Best Western Plus Launceston | 2 nights

 

DAY 3 (BLD): TAMAR VALLEY – Thursday, 13^th November 2025

This morning, we discover Cataract Gorge, the magnificent oasis in the city. After a pleasant stroll exploring the landscaped gardens, we head to the majestic Tamar Valley. We begin at Beaconsfield where we’ll visit the Gold and Heritage Museum, a place where you can lose yourself within its history. Play with treasures from the past and uncover a different story around every corner. At Beauty Point, gain unique access into the world of the mysterious seahorse and watch the shy Tasmanian platypus’ going about their daily business hunting for mealworms. We enjoy lunch at Seahorse World before heading back to Launceston.

Breakfast and dinner at the hotel | Lunch at Seahorse World

 

DAY 4 (BD): LAUNCESTON TO ORFORD – Friday, 14^th November 2025

Today is a day of delightful scenery as we drive through beautiful, forested countryside towards Tasmania’s East Coast. Our first stop is the world’s largest privately-owned lavender farm, Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm. With our guide leading the way, we see the farm in action on a tour of the flower shed and distillery. Experience a tasting with hints of lavender, before having morning tea and time to browse their extensive gift shop. We then continue through the pristine landscape to Legerwood to see some incredible tree carvings. Nine trees were planted to honour soldiers killed in World War I however in 2001 a report on the condition of the trees showed that they were no longer safe. The community was devastated that their memorials would be lost so it was suggested that the stumps be carved into a likeness of each soldier the trees represented. Eddie Freeman, a chainsaw carver from Ross, was employed to sculpt the masterpieces. We’ll spend the rest of the day travelling the coastline, taking in the sights of quaint seaside towns and the spectacular coastal view before arriving at our accommodation in Orford.

Breakfast and dinner in hotel | Lunch at own arrangements and cost

Eastcoaster Resort, Orford | 1 night

 

DAY 5 (BD): ORFORD TO HOBART – Saturday, 15^th November 2025

At the historic town of Richmond, where the streets are paved with history, we stop to capture the oldest bridge in Australia, the convict-built Richmond Bridge. We are then in for a unique visit to the quirky Pooseum, a science museum dedicated entirely to the intriguing world of animal droppings – currently the only one of its kind in the world. Visiting the Wicked Cheese Company, we explore the array of tasty goodies available for purchase and indulge in a delicious morning tea. We will then have free time to purchase lunch before we continue our travels into Hobart. Here we visit the World Heritage listed Cascades Female Factory. The factory tells the story of the displacement, mistreatment and forced migration of convict women and girls. During the early 1800’s approximately 7,000 convict women spent time at the Cascades Female Factory, each with their own story to tell.

Breakfast and dinner in hotel | Lunch own arrangements and cost

Wrest Point Hotel Casino | 2 nights

 

DAY 6 (BLD): HOBART – Sunday, 16^th November 2025

Today we head to the Tasman Peninsula and take a drive through “Do Town” before seeing some natural attractions such as the Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen. A little further along is the Port Arthur Historic Site. The penal settlement has a special place of vivid history, cultural heritage and stories so compelling; you’ll want to hear them again and again. It’s a place where up to 12,000 prisoner’s we kept in an atmosphere of hopelessness and misery. Even though the Tasman Peninsula is spectacular, you can imagine the conditions, especially on a cold winter’s day, endured by the prisoners 150 years ago. We take a fascinating journey, retracting the life of convicts in the Visitor Centre, before a walking tour through the settlement and a harbour cruise. Leaving the site, we make our way back to Hobart where we can freshen up ready for dinner at the Drunken Admiral Restaurant.

Breakfast at the hotel | Lunch at Port Arthur Historic Site | Dinner at Drunken Admiral Restaurant

 

DAY 7 (BLD): HOBART TO STRAHAN – Monday, 17^th November 2025

We say farewell to our hosts early this morning and begin our journey to the West Coast. The area to our immediate left is part of the huge South West National Park, which, combined with the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park makes up almost a full, one third, of the land mass of Tasmania. Much of this area is now World Heritage Listed. We stop at the beautiful Russell Falls in the Mt Field National Park for our morning tea at the Waterfalls Café – and a great photo opportunity.  We then continue to Derwent Bridge (the geographical centre of Tasmania) where we stop for lunch at the Wilderness Hotel.  Not too far away we visit the Wall in the Wilderness. The “wall” is a work in progress which will take several more years to complete. This afternoon, we drive through the pristine wilderness of the Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers National Park through some of the state’s most spectacular lakes and mountain areas before the steep drive into Queenstown, a town which was established because of the discovery of gold and other minerals at Mount Lyell last century.  Queenstown is surrounded by mountains, which were once covered in vegetation, but which are now strangely bare and stained purple, grey and pink by from sulphur fumes from mining processes.  Bushfires and logging, combined with heavy rain which washed the soil away, have stripped many of the hills of vegetation and created Queenstown’s famous “moonscape”.   From here we continue through to Strahan where we can settle in for the next 2 nights.

Breakfast and dinner in hotel | lunch at Wilderness Hotel

Strahan Village | 2 nights

 

DAY 8 (BLD): GORDON RIVER – Tuesday, 18^th November 2025

Cruising down the iconic Gordon River is a must do when visiting Tasmania. Our cruise will bring the river and its rich history to life for an unforgettable experience. Cruising the scenic waterways, we’ll listen to intriguing stories of the region, passage through Hells Gates and step ashore Sarah Island to see some of Australia’s oldest convict ruins. The Huon Pine which can be found in this area is commonly known to live for 2000 years. We have the opportunity at Heritage Walk to see these and other trees of the dense forest up close. What an incredible day!

Breakfast and dinner at the hotel | Lunch included

 

DAY 9 (BLD): STRAHAN TO BURNIE – Wednesday, 19^th November 2025

Enjoy invigorating mountain air of Cradle Mountain National Park as we explore visiting such sights at Waldheim and Dove Lake. Be transfixed by this beautiful glacial lake with remnants of the last ice age etched in the surrounding rocks. Guided through a cool temperate rainforest we’ll see native trees and hopefully, some wildlife. Enjoy a light lunch at the nearby Cradle Mountain Hotel before heading to Devils @ Cradle.  Here we’ll be guaranteed a sighting of the Tasmanian Devil as they are either sunbaking, sleeping in the dens or running around their enclosures.

Breakfast and dinner at hotel | lunch at Cradle Mountain Hotel

Beachfront Voyager Motor Inn | 1 night 

 

DAY 10 (BLD): BURNIE TO DEVONPORT – Thursday, 20^th November 2025

We have a relaxed start to the day before visiting Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden. Wander the commons, immersing ourselves in this internationally recognised garden, classified as a plant museum. The garden should be looking particularly beautiful at this time of year, so we take our time wandering through. Our lunch venue today is just outside Devonport at the House of Anvers Chocolate Factory. A delicious lunch is planned in this lovely setting with a chance to look through the retail store.  Next, we visit The Australian Axeman’s Hall of Fame, which is a national museum showcasing Australia’s wood-chopping sporting champions – very unique! We have a late departure on the Spirit of Tasmania, dinner has been arranged before we depart at the Devonport RSL Club. Following dinner, we board the Spirit of Tasmania for our overnight crossing back to Geelong.

Breakfast in motel | lunch at House of Anvers Chocolate Factory | dinner at Devonport RSL

Spirit of Tasmania Porthole Cabin

 

DAY 11 (B): GEELONG TO WAGGA WAGGA – Friday, 21^stNovember 2025

Arriving in Geelong this morning we re-load the coach and before we begin our journey back to Wagga Wagga, we head for breakfast nearby at the Rydges Hotel. Heading for home, we arrive with many wonderful experiences travelling with friends in Tasmania.

Breakfast at Rydges Hotel Geelong | lunch at own cost and arrangements

 

Total Tour Cost (GST inclusive)

$4855.00 per person (twin/double share)

$1220.00 single supplement

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All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in opening times/days of some attractions, e.g. churches, wineries. We cannot be held responsible for any changes due to closures, inclement weather.