Mountain biking, vineyards and beach bliss

Head to Mount William National Park. Climb Wukalina / Mount William for a lofty view across the north-east and the islands beyond, and feel the fury of the sea at Eddystone Point Lighthouse.

Next, head to St Helens where the Tasmania Shop offers a treasure trove of gourmet foods, fine wines, spirits and artisanal treats. Nearby, St Helens History Room hosts over 1000 artefacts that tell the town’s story.  

Drive on to Binalong Bay to settle back with a pizza and drink at The Hub – Seaside overlooking the beach. 

Stay overnight in a luxury bell tent at the Bay of Fires Bush Retreat.

Begin in breezy style mountain biking at St Helens Mountain Bike Trails, with trails for all skill and fitness levels.

After a morning carving the trails, let Salty Picnic Co. set up a luxury picnic for you. Organise ahead, and let them take care of the tasty local treats, tableware and cosy rugs for dining alfresco. Idyllic beaches for a picnic or a walk include Swimcart Beach, Binalong Bay Beach and Cosy Corner Beach.

In the afternoon, sip cool climate wines in a converted 1900's shearing shed at Priory Ridge Vineyard and Cellar Door.

For dinner, Bay of Fires Bush Retreat offers preprepared meals made by their in-house chefs if you book ahead, or there's locally sourced and seasonal produce at The Wharf Bar and Kitchen in St Helens (closed Wednesday and Thursday).

Pedal rather than paddle through the waters on a Hobie pedal-powered kayak trip with Secret River Tours in Georges Bay, Ansons Bay or the Scamander River. Fishing or gem hunting trips from the kayaks are also available.

Lunch on locally sourced produce at the East Coast Village Providore.

Step into the world of anacondas, pythons, Indian star tortoises and other exotic, captive-bred creatures at Serpentarium Wildlife Park, home also to natural gem displays.

Unwind with your libation of choice at family-owned brewery, vineyard and distillery Ironhouse Tasmania. Retire nearby to a self-contained villa at White Sands Estate – take advantage of the property’s swimming pool, canoe lake, tennis courts and cinema.