The Maria Island Walk

Day one: Journey up Tasmania's east Coast and board a private catamaran that ferries you to the southern end of Maria Island. Arrive with ample time to enjoy the stunning scenery and a walk through the beautiful forests. Indulge in a refreshing swim on a pristine beach and enjoy Tasmanian wine and fresh food. Day two: Walk from Reidle Bay to Shoal Bay to stroll five fabulous beaches. Explore the convict cells at Point Lesueur and visit an ochre pit at Bloodstone Point - one of the original ochre sources for the Tasmanian Aborigines. At camp, put your feet up and enjoy a glass of wine serenaded by native birdsong and sounds of the ocean. Day three: Enjoy the stunning Hopgrounds Beach and the remarkable Painted Cliffs or continue to the summit of Mt Maria for breathtaking views. Finish the day with a sumptuous three-course dinner in a colonial home. Day four: Relax and enjoy the serenity and fascinating history of Darlington on a gentle tour around the convict settlement. The more adventurous can amble through tall Blue Gum forest to convict brickworks, a heritage reservoir and the fossil cliffs. Conclude with a champagne lunch overlooking stunning Freycinet Peninsula.

There's much to love about a winter experience on The Maria Island Walk's newly-introduced 'Winter Escape Walk', a shorter experience than its traditional offering held over two nights and three days. In small groups of up to 8 guests only, start the day with a glorious sunrise summit walk, watching the sun's rays touch the island. Spend leisurely days discovering Maria's beauty, and learning more about its world heritage listed convict history. Spot the wombats, Tasmanian devils, Cape Barren geese, kangaroos and other abundant wildlife that is largely undisturbed and even more accessible during winter. Evenings are spent in cosy comfort at Bernacchi House in Darlington. Enjoy a social, hosted dinner in the historic house, with a three-course feast hand-prepared to showcase the best of local produce paired with fine Tasmanian wines. The Maria Island Walk is a Wild Bush Luxury experience and is a member of Great Walks of Australia and Australian Wildlife Journey Selected winter dates May to August (subject to availability).

Trinity Hill Apartments & Co is a selection of private apartments in Hobart, perfect for holidays or business. The stylish accommodation options offer all the space and comfort of home, with separate bedrooms, living areas and full kitchens. One and two-bedroom, self-contained apartments with 24-hour check-in available for all accommodation. Great reviews on Airbnb and booking.com and offer 24/7 after-hours assistance. As locals, we want your accommodation to feel like your home base to explore a city that we love. Why not 'live like a local? In all our accommodation we provide a list of places and restaurants that we love to go. Come and see why Hobart was recently rated one of the World’s Top Ten Cities by Lonely Planet. We have great food, a bustling waterfront and Australia’s largest private art collection, our world-famous MONA. You can get a great view of the city from Mt Wellington and we have many vineyards close to the city that make a great day out. Hobart's craft beer scene is taking off and we have some great local producers.

The Rox is located in the centre of Midtown, Hobart’s most storied neighborhood. The community is home to vibrant cafes and restaurants, hidden late-night haunts, art galleries and eclectic shops. Sensitively combining new and old architecture, The Rox Hobart consists of four stunning apartments, two apartments feature in the heritage-listed 1880 building, and two in the adjacent new iconic building.

The Lodge on Elizabeth offers heritage-style, bed and breakfast, accommodation in North Hobart. The Lodge is located in Elizabeth Street - a ten-minute walk to Hobart's central business district. The property is a convict-built, Georgian mansion, listed by the National Trust. There are 14 ensuite rooms; some with spas and each room is individually decorated in period style. All have either a four-poster, half-tester (small canopy) or antique beds. The accommodation caters for single, double or twin share and also offers the Convict Cottage - a self-contained apartment suitable for two people. A continental breakfast is available for just $20/person/night in the dining room. Enjoy a complimentary port in the drawing room or tea and coffee which can also be taken in the courtyard garden. The Lodge on Elizabeth was built in 1829 as a large family home for the colony's first auctioneer. The property is only a three to four-minute walk to over 50 cafes, restaurants and bars. Elizabeth Street also has a number of boutiques, galleries, and the arthouse State Cinema - Tasmania's oldest operating movie house.