Tasmania Holidays - The Innkeepers Collection - Suggested Itineraries

Day 1…

This itinerary is accessible from all Gateways, but assumes commencement from Hobart.

Collecting your car from the airport, proceed North to A3 then West (left) into Hobart. Hobart provides a wealth of historical experiences with National Trust homes, guided walks around Battery Point, old churches and beautifully preserved private homes. Of particular interest is the restored Gasworks Village at No. 2 Macquarie Street. Or perhaps join a Derwent River Cruise and combine this with a tour of the famous Cadbury's Chocolate Factory. Overnight in Hobart.

Hobart has the following accommodation options:

Innkeepers Hotels
Innkeepers Apartments
Innkeepers Discovery Inns
Innkeepers Premium Apartments
Innkeepers Intimate Retreats

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Day 2…

Hobart - Kingston - Huonville - Cygnet - Snug Day Tour

Leave Hobart following the Southern Outlet (A6) past Kingston and Huonville, with stops along the way to visit the Sandfly Woodturner and The Apple Museum. Then proceed South (left) on B68 via the Talune Wildlife Park and woodturners to Cygnet, Kettering, Snug and Margate, re-joining the A6 North to Hobart. The entire area abounds with craft centres, and there are many interesting diversions possible.

Overnight again in Hobart at your selected accommodation.

Day 3…

Depart Hobart on Highway 1 North to Granton, then travel West (straight ahead) on A10 through the historic village of New Norfolk. You may also wish to stop at Hamilton, famous for its craft centres. Proceed on to Derwent Bridge and take C193 North (right) to Lake St Clair after inspecting the Visitors Centre. Return South to A10 and continue West (right) into Queenstown. On the way, about 21kms East of Queenstown, stop for a short walk (20 minutes) on the Nelson Falls nature trail on the Northern (right) side of the highway - a very simple and level walk to experience the ferns and trees that are typical of the World Heritage Area. You will pass through Queenstown (famous for its copper mining and denuded "lunar" landscape and home of the West CoastWilderness Railway) where you could overnight (Innkeepers Hotels and Innkeepers Discovery Inns properties), or you may wish to continue on A10 (for 3km) to B24 West (left) for 37km to Strahan for your overnight stay (Innkeepers Apartments and Innkeepers Intimate Retreats). Alternatively, you may wish to continue on to Tullah for overnight accommodation (Innkeepers Hotels and Innkeepers Discovery Inns property). From Queenstown, travel North on A10 approximately 63kms through Rosebery to reach Tullah. As an alternative route, you may like to consider diverting off A10 on to B28 for a scenic drive past Lake Plimsoll.

Day 4…

If staying in Queenstown, continue North on A10 for 3km to B24 West (left) for 37km to the Strahan Wharf. If staying in Tullah, return South on A10 through Rosebery and on through Zeehan, proceeding via B27 for 46kms to the Strahan Wharf. From the wharf at Strahan, take a trip down the Gordon River on either the World Heritage Cruises or the Gordon River Cruises. These leave early in the morning and take you to the heart of the World Heritage Area, giving you the opportunity to leave the boat for a short walk at Heritage Landing. Return to the wharf via Hell's Gates and Sarah Island. On your return, stop in at the Visitors Centre. Perhaps you may wish to take a walk to Hogarth Falls or a trip to the Teepookana Plateau.

Overnight again at your selected accommodation in Strahan, Queenstown or Tullah.

Day 5…

If staying in Queenstown, continue North on A10 for 13km and take B28 North (right) - one of the most scenic roads in Tasmania - rejoining A10 to Tullah. If departing Strahan, head North on B27 to the turn-off for Zeehan (C249). Visit the West Coast Pioneers' Memorial Museum, then back-track on C249 to B27 East and A10 North (left) through the mining towns of Renison and Rosebery to Tullah. From Tullah continue North and note A10's deviation to Hellyer Gorge and Yolla, a marvellous spot for a picnic. Continue on to Yolla and take B26 (left) through to A2. Take A2 West (left) then B21 North (right) to Stanley, Circular Head and "The Nut". At Stanley, you can view historic "Highfield", headquarters for the Van Diemen's Land Company established in 1835. The whole area is very scenic and has many restored buildings currently used as shops and accommodation, etc. Return South on B21 to A2 and take A2 West to Smithton. If you have sufficient time before settling in for the night, take B22 South to Allendale Gardens and rainforest area for an inspection of a wonderfully creative garden. Return North on B22 to Smithton (Innkeepers Hotels, Innkeepers Apartments and Innkeepers Intimate Retreats property). If your interests lie more in the development of cheeses, take a trip of some 10km West of Smithton to Mella, where you can visit the Lacrum Dairy Farm that has carousel dairy and a cheese factory.

Accommodation options are also available at Burnie (Innkeepers Hotels property) and Ulverstone (Innkeepers Discovery Inns property). After returning South on B21 from Stanley, take A2 East (left) to Burnie, or continue on Highway 1 East to the Ulverstone turn-off on the Northern (left) side of the road.

Day 6…

From Smithton return East on A2 through Wynyard to Burnie where the Civic Centre provides some interesting exhibits.

Continuing on Highway 1 East , take B17 South (right) just prior to Penguin and travel to Riana (follow the signs) for a visit to the Pindari Deer Farm and restaurant. Return to Riana North (left) on B17 to Highway 1 and travel East (right) to Devonport. The Don River Railway, situated on Forth Main Road, Don, features Tasmania's largest collection of steam locomotives and carriages. Short trips around Devonport include Tiagarra (aboriginal carvings and culture display) and the Mersey Bluff area. Overnight in Devonport (Innkeepers Hotels, Innkeepers Apartments and Innkeepers Discovery Inns).

Ulverstone Accommodation…
Return West on Highway 1 for approximately 12km to B17 South (right) to Riana and follow the signs to Pindari Deer Farm for a visit and morning tea/lunch. Return to Riana and turn South (right) to South Riana, then West (right) on C115 to Upper Natone. Then travel South (left) on C102 to Hampshire, then South (right) on B18 joining A10, then East (left) on C132 to the T-junction South to Cradle Mountain. After your visit, return North on C132 to the T-junction, take C132 East (right) through Moina, Wilmot, Lower Wilmot to Forth, and follow B19 East (right) through Don to Devonport for your overnight stay (Innkeepers Hotels, Innkeepers Apartments and Innkeepers Discovery Inns).

Day 7…

Depart Devonport, returning to Highway 1. Take B19 South to Spreyton and then B14 South to Sheffield, the town of murals. After passing through Sheffield, take C136 South (right) crossing the end of Lake Barrington to Moina - turn South (left) and then West for 19km on C132, following this road until you reach the turn-off to Cradle Mountain (extension of C132). Proceed South (left) along this road to Cradle Mountain, stopping at the wonderful Visitors Centre located at the entrance to the Park. Cradle Mountain is part of the World Heritage Area and provides many opportunities for walking, climbing, fishing and just soaking up the magnificent scenery, including the views across Dove Lake to the mountain itself. Suggested activities include the short walk around the trail attached to the Visitors Centre, or a drive to Dove Lake with perhaps a stop at Waldheim Chalets, the home of the founder of the area. If time permits, the 2-hour walk around Dove Lake is simply magnificent. After you have enjoyed this area, return North on the C132 extension to C132 East (right) - follow this route to Moina and take C136 East (right) to Sheffield. Then follow B14 East (right) to C156 East (straight ahead) to B13 South (right) to Highway 1 East (right) to Launceston. Overnight in Launceston.

Launceston has the following accommodation options:

Innkeepers Hotels
Innkeepers Apartments
Innkeepers Discovery Inns
Innkeepers Intimate Retreats

An alternate route from Cradle Mountain to Launceston may be gained by returning North on C132 to the T-junction - then travel East (right) and North to Moina, then East( right) on C136 to C138 South (right). Follow this road South, East & North to B12, then travel West (left) for a short distance to visit King Solomon Caves. Travel East on B12 through Mole Creek and past the Trowunna Wildlife Park to Deloraine, then follow the signs for Highway 1 East to Launceston.

Day 8…

Start the day with a visit to Penny Royal World in Paterson Street. Then, return on Paterson Street to Margaret Street - turn right into Margaret Street and then right into York Street and follow the signs to the "Cataract Gorge First Basin", where you can ride the chairlift across to the Tea Rooms and gardens. If your taste is for historic homes, we suggest a visit to Woolmers Estate at Longford, a home spanning six generations of the same family and untouched since 1845. To visit Woolmers Estate, travel South on Highway 1 and approximately 6km South of Perth, turn right on C521 and travel for about 4km to Woolmers Estate on the right-hand side of the road. This is a property that has existed through 6 generations of the same family since 1845. Lunches and light refreshments are available in the "Servant's Kitchen", and guided walks of the property are offered at set times. You may wish to return to Launceston by continuing West on C521 and C520 via Longford and Perth - both historic towns. There is also a Coach Tram Tour that allows you to sit back and relax as you are escorted around the sights of Launceston.

Overnight again in Launceston at your selected accommodation.

Day 9…

Scottsdale - Nabowla Lavender Farm - Lilydale Day Tour

Take A3 East via the "Targa" route through Nunamara and Targa, then through The Sidelings Range to Scottsdale, regarded as the hub of the North-East and servicing some of the richest agricultural and forest country in the state. Take B81 West (left) through Blumont and look for the sign on the Northern (right) side of the road indicating the Bridstowe Lavender Farm. Return to B81 and continue West (left) through Golconda, noted for its crafts, then Lebrina into Lilydale where you can stop and view the Lilydale Falls (approximately 2km North of Lilydale on the Eastern (left) side of the highway) and the craft shops in Lilydale itself. A short detour on the road to Lalla (C822 West- right) will take you to the W.A.G. Walker Rhododendron Reserve (on the left-hand side of the road). Return East on C822 to B81, then travel South (right) to the Hollybank Forest Reserve on the Eastern (left) side of the highway - an excellent BBQ spot. Again, travel South on B81 to join A8 (left) and return to Launceston. Alternatively, you may wish to relax and take a cruise on the Tamar River aboard the "Tamar Odyssey". This operates twice daily under the name of Tamar River Cruises.

Overnight again in Launceston at your selected accommodation.

Day 10…

Travel from Launceston on A7 North as far as required, perhaps calling in at the Tamar Island Wetlands Walk, the Grindelwald Swiss Village (West off A7 just North of Legana), the Strathlynn Winery (take the Rosevears turn-off North of Legana - C733 East), and St Matthias Vineyard (just past Strathlynn). Also on C733 is the historic Rosevears Hotel, the "Rebecca" Monument and Waterbird Haven. On C728, which turns East off A7 South of Exeter, you will find the Supply River Flour Mills ruins and Marions Vineyard - the road re-enters B73 at the Batman Bridge. Further North on A7 is Beaconsfield, and on the Western (left) side of the road is the Grubb Shaft Museum. Continue for a further 6km on A7 and visit Beauty Point, the home of the "Seahorse World" - a restaurant is available here. Return to B73 East (left) to cross the Tamar River at the Batman Bridge to A8. Proceed South (right) on A8 to the sign on the Western (right) side of the road reading "Hillwood Strawberry Farm and Gourmet Cheese Factory". After a visit, return to A8 and travel North (left) to the Pilot Station at Low Head, then return South on A8 to B82 East (left) for the opportunity to visit Ninth Island Vineyard (South on B83). Return on B83 North to B82 East (right) visiting Delamere and Pipers Brook Vineyards on the North (left) and South (right) of the highway. Then return on B82 West to B83. Take B83 South (left), then B81 South (right) to A8 South (left) to return to your selected accommodation in Launceston.

Day 11…

Travel on A3 East through Scottsdale and on to St Helens, noting on the way the opportunities for short but interesting walks at Cuckoo Falls, the Derby Tin Mine and Museum, the famous Weldborough Hotel, Pyengana Cheese Factory, Pub in the Paddock and St Columba Falls. After St Helens, travel South on A3 via Scamander, Four Mile Creek and Bicheno. Approximately 11 kms South of Bicheno, turn East (left) on C302 and travel South for a walk in Freycinet National Park. Then return North on C302 to A3 South (left) to Swansea, passing Freycinet Vineyard which is well worth a visit.

Your choice of accommodation on the East Coast is St Helens (Innkeepers Hotels and Innkeepers Intimate Retreats), Bicheno (Innkeepers Apartments), Swansea (Innkeepers Hotels, Innkeepers Apartments, Innkeepers Discovery Inns and Innkeepers Intimate Retreats) or Orford (Innkeepers Discovery Inns). If overnighting in Orford, continue South past Swansea on A3, enjoying magnificent coastal scenery en route and stopping to view the convict-built Spiky Bridge some 5 kms South on the Western (right) side of the road.

Day 12…

If overnight in St Helens or Bicheno travel South on A3 to Swansea. If overnight at Swansea, you may like to visit the historic Bark Mill and Wine & Wool Centre. The complex is located on the Western (right) side of the road at the Northern end of the township. Continue South on A3, enjoying magnificent coastal scenery en route and stopping to view the convict-built Spiky Bridge some 5 kms South on the Western (right) side of the road. Travel through Triabunna and Orford. Continue on to Buckland where you can view the beautiful stained glass windows of the Church of St John The Baptist.

Proceed on A3 South to Sorell. At Sorell, continue straight ahead on A9 and follow the road over the Dunalley Bridge, stopping at the Information Centre at Eaglehawk Neck for an overview of the Tasman Peninsula area. Visit the Tasman Arch, Tasman Blowhole and Devil's Kitchen on C338 South (left) before returning on C338 North to re-join A9 South (left) to Port Arthur. Allow two nights accommodation on the Tasman Peninsula at Port Arthur (Innkeepers Apartments and Innkeepers Discovery Inns).

Day 13…

The Port Arthur Historic Site, symbol of Australia's convict heritage, provides the opportunity to explore the prison ruins, beautiful gardens, restored homes and museums. Another popular attraction that provides an insight into the days of early settlement is the Bush Mill (look for the signs on A9 just North of Port Arthur). You may wish to join the Historic Ghost Tour of Port Arthur - this you may do through your accommodation house. The Saltwater River convict coal mines also provide interesting insights into the past. A visit to these is gained by travelling West, North and East on B37, and taking C341 North (left) and West from Premaydena to Saltwater River. After inspection, return South and East to B37 East (left) via Koonya, then South (right) again on A9 to Port Arthur.

Overnight again at Port Arthur.

Day 14…

Depart Port Arthur, travelling North on A9 to Taranna. Continue North on A9 to Sorell, then North on A3 to C351 West (left) to Richmond, where historic treasures include Australia's oldest bridge, oldest Catholic Church and a perfectly preserved colonial gaol. There are also plenty of craft shops, stores and tea rooms to explore. Then travel South by B31 to Cambridge and follow the signs to Hobart via A3 West, leaving you time for some final shopping or local sightseeing. In particular, the historic precincts of Battery Point and Salamanca can be explored at a leisurely stroll. Overnight in Hobart.

Hobart has the following accommodation options:

Innkeepers Hotels
Innkeepers Apartments
Innkeepers Discovery Inns
Innkeepers Premium Apartments
Innkeepers Intimate Retreats