5 Day Tasmania Long Weekend – History & Culture Getaway

5 days - Self-Drive Tour Package
Day 1 - Arrive Hobart

Collect your rental car at Hobart Airport and ease into your Tasmanian escape with a laid-back afternoon. Head up kunanyi / Mt Wellington for breathtaking panoramic views over Hobart and the Derwent River. On your way back down, stop in at Cascade Brewery — Australia’s oldest operating brewery — for a taste of local heritage and refreshments.

Accommodation: 5 star – The Henry Jones Art Hotel – Standard Harbour View Room incl. breakfast or similar, Hobart

Optional Experience: Cascades Female Factory Site Entry & Convict Women’s Tour

Day 2 - Explore Salamanca Market and MONA

Soak up the lively atmosphere of Hobart’s Salamanca Market, held every Saturday with over 300 stalls offering handmade crafts, fresh produce, and artisan goods. Then, dive into Tasmania’s edgy art scene at MONA, where bold, thought-provoking exhibitions challenge and inspire.

Accommodation: 5 star – The Henry Jones Art Hotel – Standard Harbour View Room incl. breakfast or similar, Hobart

Included Experience: Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) with Return Posh Pit Ferry

Day 3 - Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula

Embark on a scenic drive from Hobart to the historic Tasman Peninsula, where the Port Arthur Historic Site awaits. Set sail aboard the MV Marana to the Isle of the Dead, a secluded cemetery island rich in history. On a guided walking tour, delve into the stories of convicts, soldiers, and their families, discovering how their lives intertwined with the prison’s legacy, all while surrounded by the island’s haunting beauty.

Accommodation: 4 Star – Stewarts Bay Lodge –  1 Bedroom Deluxe Spa Chalet with Water View incl. breakfast hamper, Port Arthur

Included Experience: Port Arthur Historic Site Entry and Isle of the Dead tour

Day 4 - Explore the Tasman Peninsula

Take in the dramatic coastal scenery at the Tessellated Pavement and Devil’s Kitchen, two of Tasmania’s most fascinating natural landmarks. Stroll a section of the Three Capes Track for sweeping ocean views, or opt for the thrilling Tasman Island Wilderness Cruise to spot marine life and towering sea cliffs. End your day with fresh oysters at Bangor Vineyard Shed.

Accommodation: 4 Star – Stewarts Bay Lodge –  1 Bedroom Deluxe Spa Chalet with Water View incl. breakfast hamper, Port Arthur

Optional Experience: Tasman Island 3-hour Wilderness Cruise

Day 5 - Depart Hobart

Drive from Port Arthur to Hobart Airport, with the option to take a short detour to Richmond to explore its charming streets and historic landmarks before heading to the airport for your flight.