Come to Tasmania and be captivated by its magnetizing beauty ranging from pristine white waters to turquoise waters to Historical sites and lush green stretches of unexplored wilderness. Enjoy all this and much more as you cruise through the wonderland called Tasmania, in its luxury cruises. The many cruises, which operate in Tasmania, have designed a variety of itineraries to satiate the penchant of its mixed bag of cruise-line passengers. Select from cruises taking you to colonial heritage sites to wilderness and wildlife adventures, from gourmet food and wine to shopping.
Welcome to Hobart, the island's capital, one of the most beautiful developed deep-water harbors you will ever set your eyes on. Begin your journey from the historic Salamanca area, where your vessel will be parked for boarding. You might wanna enjoy coffee at one of the many cafes and winebars and pubs at the Georgian sandstone warehouses, opposite which the vessel is anchored.
Here you can visit the Port Arthur Historic Site seated on the Tasman Peninsula, take a tour to a vineyard and chocolate factory, or simply unwind with a round of golf at one of Australia's top courses – a serene par 72 on the water's edge.
Some Cruise ships visiting Tasmania also halt in more long chalk harbours and bays, like Port Davey, renowned for its isolated solitude or the Wineglass Bay, where the lush green of the hills meet with the sandy white beach to carve out one of the world's 10 best beaches ( Outside magazine).
Explore the wineries and vineyards of Launceston or enjoy a steam train ride in Devonport. Nature lovers can also visit Cradle Mountain, also known as the gateway to the stunning wilderness of Tasmania aptly recognized as a World Heritage Site.
Cruise ships visiting Tasmania include expeditionary vessels ideal for coastal cruising such as the Clipper Odyssey , or enjoy the lavishness of the charming and luxurious QE2 , or board the biggest cruise ship ever to sail to Australia, the towering Star Princess .
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