What you'll do
This is about the time we had in Tasmania and had plenty of time to fit everything in.
Day 1
Hobart International Airport
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Key transportation hub in Tasmania
Easiest to access this airport and pick up the rental vehicle from here
Hobart International Airport, located in Cambridge, Tasmania, is the main airport serving Hobart and Tasmania. It has both domestic and international terminals, with major airlines like Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia operating flights to popular destinations. The airport was opened in 1956 and underwent privatization in 1988. With ongoing upgrades and expansions, including a recent runway extension, Hobart Airport continues to cater to millions of passengers annually, making it a key transportation hub in the region.
Richmond
area
Historic town with convict history
Charming historic town just a stone's throw away from Hobart. With its picturesque Georgian buildings and rich convict history, it's a must-visit spot for anyone exploring the Coal River Valley wine region.
Richmond Bridge
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Oldest stone bridge in Australia
The Richmond Bridge is the oldest stone span bridge in Australia, built in 1825 using convict labor. Originally named Bigge's Bridge after Royal Commissioner John Thomas Bigge, it now stands as a historic landmark on the B31 ("Convict Trail").
Coal Valley Vineyard
winery
Sustainable winemaking
Open Thursday to Monday inclusive from 10am to 4pm for wine tastings and sales. Cellar door is perched just above the vineyard with panoramic views out over the Coal River Valley. While the focus here is on Pinot Noir other varietals produced include Riesling and very small quantities of Tempranillo, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Doo Town
海滩
seaside village with nice beach
Sits right next to Descent Beach and has some accommodation options.
Tasmans Arch
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Natural sea arch
Located next to a fairly large carpark at the end of Tasman Arch Road. There are toilets at this stop as well. The Arch is just a minute or two walk from the carpark.
Devils Kitchen
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natural land formation
Short walk from the arch to the kitchen.
Tessellated Pavement
Sightseeing
Geological formation
Rare geological formation that looks like man-made tiles but was actually formed by nature over 300 million years ago. It's best at sunrise with reflections.