Tasmania Epicurean 4WD Escape

Be met on arrival in Hobart and transfer to your luxury lodge, nestled amongst the Hazards mountain range in Freycinet National Park. Settle in and soak up the lodge's spectacular setting as you look out over the azure waters of Great Oyster Bay. Dinner tonight is a three-course affair at the Bay Restaurant, which showcases the region's finest produce. Stay Two Nights: Freycinet Lodge, in a Mountain Terrace King Room (L/D)

Today after breakfast, set out on a guided walk, admiring Freycinet's stunning coastal scenery of pink granite cliffs and white sand beaches as you head towards the Wineglass Bay lookout. You may also like to walk along the Cape Tourville track and boardwalk to the lighthouse, which offers sweeping coastal panoramas and views back to Wineglass Bay. Later, enjoy a Signature Experience. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:

• Pay a visit to Freycinet Marine Farm, where you will enjoy an incredible oyster-tasting experience. Put on a pair of waders and walk out into the crisp waters to harvest, shuck and eat delicious pacific oysters straight from the ocean. As well as oysters, you'll savour cooked mussels and a glass of local wine.

We farewell Freycinet this morning and travel down the coast to the town of Triabunna where we'll board the ferry for the short crossing to Maria Island. As you leave the coastline, famous for its painted cliffs, watch out for seals and dolphins in the crystal clear water. Spend time exploring the pristine island and learn about its history as a former convict site. This afternoon, continue on to Hobart and check in to the Henry Jones Art Hotel where you'll enjoy a special dinner. Stay Three Nights: Hobart, Henry Jones Art Hotel (B/L/D)

Today head off for the fascinating MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) by fast ferry. Enjoy time to wander the eclectically bedecked halls and galleries. Discuss the art experience over lunch at The Source restaurant, which is part of Moorilla Winery, located on the same site as MONA. Afterwards visit the winery's cellar door for a tour and tasting. This evening, enjoy dinner at your leisure. (B/L)

Today explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia's most intact, evocative and notorious convict prison. See the famous sandstone penitentiary then visit the Convict Church and Separate Prison. The tour also includes a cruise around the Isle of the Dead during which you'll hear haunting stories about the convicts who are buried there. Return to Hobart this afternoon. This evening, be treated to a special farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck, a Hobart institution that stretches along Victoria Dock. This iconic restaurant is known for its freshly caught local seafood and spectacular harbour view. (B/D)

Spend the morning at Hobart's famous and colourful Salamanca Market before transferring to the airport for your onward flight. (B)