Heritage Gardens, Art & Tastes of Tasmania with Bruny Island

Discover Tasmania’s remarkable gardens in full bloom; its cooler climate and approach to cultivation bringing to mind the gardens of England. The heritage properties of Brickendon Estate and Woolmers Estate provide insight into Tasmania’s colonial history. Visit The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Australia’s second oldest botanical gardens, then admire the multi-tiered Russell Falls. Spend a full day on Bruny Island, savouring its gourmet food and spotting wildlife.

This journey departs:

9 November 2025
15 November 2026

Route

LauncestonHobart

Travel Information

9 Days Land Journey

Trip code BTT09

Highlights

The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.

A guided tour of the Woolmers Estate allows you to experience a special journey through time, from the establishment of the estate in 1817, by Thomas Archer 1st, to the last descendant, Thomas Archer 6th in 1994, and marvel at the array of personal collections and possessions accumulated through six generations of the family. The outstanding National Rose Garden displays all of the recognized rose families and represents one of the finest collections of historic roses in the southern hemisphere, ranging from the earliest European and China roses through to the roses of the twenty first century.

Rare private garden visits

Visit some of Tasmania's finest private gardens, not normally open to the public.

Explore Bruny Island

Savour the gourmet delights of Bruny Island and keep watch for rare wildlife.

Visit Tasmania’s Botanical Garden

Wander the grounds of Hobart’s Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens with a specialist guide.

Botanical Guide - Roger Fox

Be escorted by an expert Botanical Guide, who will offer insightful talks on various topics and be available for informal discussions, enriching your travel experience.

Inclusions

Seen below are your tour’s inclusions. They ensure you’re free to enjoy each day’s discoveries without worry or distraction.

Travel with a small group of 15-25 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide

Includes eight nights’ accommodation in centrally located four-star hotels, return private airport-to-hotel transfers, plus 13 meals and select beverages

Relax aboard a spacious coach with an experienced and informative Coach Captain

All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

Visit private gardens not normally open to the public, as well as the historic gardens and estates of Woolmers and Brickendon

Learn about the history of Tasmania from your local Coach Captain and see its iconic sights, including Russell Falls

Tour the Henry Jones Art Hotel’s private art collection

Discover Bruny Island’s stunning scenery and gourmet delights, as well as the Jurassic Garden

Itinerary

Trip Notes

Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: Low
Group size: 15 to 25 guests

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