In February the time zone in Tasmania (& Sydney) is AEDT (rather than the usual AEST) due to daylight saving.

No, we have limited space and we have to pay a deposit to secure your accommodation and some of the events so we need a firm commitment from each guest. Please note that the deposit of AUD1200 (approximately USD760) per guest is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip has to be cancelled by us due to not meeting the minimum number of participants (10 guests). The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than 90 days before departure.

Yes, there is, it is AUD1150 (approximately USD725) extra for a private room. This is because, unfortunately, our hotels do not offer single rooms so as a single traveller you are paying the full rate for a king room instead of it being divided by two.

Airport pickup (and drop-off) costs around AUD45 by taxi or AUD25 each way by SkyBus. Skybus leaves from Hobart airport every half hour during the day, the Hobart stop is 2 minutes walk from your hotel.

Full cover Travel Insurance is essential and is a condition of participation in this tour. Travel insurance is based on many factors and the price varies from person to person. You can arrange travel insurance through your travel agent, credit card provider, an insurance broker or online. You should purchase travel insurance at the time of booking flights. You will need to provide us with proof of insurance 90 days prior to travel.

Yes, there are several companies who hire out high quality Trekking Poles in Hobart. Let us know if you need them and we can help you locate the best place to get them. Prices vary but the average is around AUD$40 a week.

This tour is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

February is summer in Tasmania so on average the temperature will be around 21°C (69.8°F) during the day and 11.5°C (52.7°F) at night. It is also the driest month so rain is unlikely.

No, this is a land package only.

You will be accompanied on your tour by two dedicated tour guides.

We can match guests with potential same-sex roommates. We can connect you by WhatsApp or email so you can see if you are compatible to share a double room.

If you'd like to arrive at your joining point hotel early or stick around post-tour to explore, contact us, and we can book the extra nights of accommodation for you.

Make sure that your flight arrives in Hobart no later than the morning of the 18th of February, Hobart time. It is likely that you’ll experience some jetlag so get the most out of your tour we highly recommend arriving in Hobart on Tuesday the 17th, this will ensure you have time to recover from your journey and acclimatise before you start your tour.

Your deposit is paid when you make your booking through our website. The balance (including any upgrades or single supplements if applicable) will be due 90 days prior to your tour's start date. We will send you a personal payment link for the balance of your tour charges then.

This is up to you. At each excursion we will provide an option for shorter and longer walks and for varying fitness levels. There will also be some walking to and from restaurants each day.

We will provide you with a packing list and further information about climate and excursions at least 90 days before your departure date.

There will be a minimum of 10 guests, with a maximum of 18.

Tasmania is approximately 14 hours ahead of the US East coast and approximately 17 hours ahead of the US West coast so be sure to double check your arrival date and time to ensure they allow for the time difference. Time differences vary depending on where you are in the US so to find out the exact time difference for your location Worldtimebuddy.com is a useful tool for converting time in different countries or cities.

N.B. Do not book your flights until your tour’s go-status is confirmed. This will happen no later than 90 days before departure, though it usually happens much earlier than that. As soon as the group is formed, ie reaches the minimum of 10 guests, we will send you a confirmation email with all necessary information. Departure dates and airports will be listed in the confirmation email.

There are no international flights directly into Hobart so you’ll need to book your flight to Hobart via Sydney or Melbourne. The flight from Sydney to Hobart takes 2 hours and the flight from Melbourne to Hobart is 1.5 hours. There are a lot more international flights into Sydney so you’ll usually be able to find a better deal flying into there. There are free airport shuttles that will take you from the international to the domestic terminals in Sydney. In Melbourne it’s just a short walk between terminals.

In Hobart we will be staying at the beautiful Henry Jones Art Hotel, a luxury, five star hotel on the harbour (5 nights). In the Tamar Valley we'll be staying at modern river view apartments overlooking the river (2 nights).

During our five nights in Hobart upgrades are available, to a Deluxe Spa Harbour Room, for an additional AUD160 (approximately USD100) per room per night. Single supplements will be adjusted accordingly. While in the Tamar Valley upgrades are not necessary as all rooms have river views and balconies. Upgrades are non-refundable.

Most days we will be on a bus for around half to three quarters of an hour. The exception is our travel to and from the Tamar Valley which is a two and a half hour bus ride. We will break up these two longer trips with stops along the way so that people can refresh themselves and stretch their legs.

You do not need any specific vaccinations to enter Australia; however, if you are coming from a country where yellow fever is present, you will need proof of a yellow fever vaccination to enter the country.

All double rooms have a King bed and twin rooms have 2 x single beds.

No, on average we expect about half the group to be singles.

All visitors to Australia must apply for an Electronic Travel Authority using the Australian ETA App. For more information and instructions on how to apply click here. The ETA allows you to stay in Australia for up to 3 months and costs AUD20. In most cases you will be notified of the result of your ETA application immediately. We recommend that you apply for your ETA as soon as your tour is confirmed.

There are no direct flights to Hobart from America or Europe, you must transit through Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Auckland (New Zealand) to get there. Please book your flight to arrive and depart from Hobart airport (HBA). Airport transfers are not included.

If you chose to extend you visit to Australia with a stopover in Sydney after your Tasmanian tour, you can join our Sydney Supplementary Tour (inlcuding the Blue Mountains). Please see the Sydney tour page for more information.

In Sydney we will be staying at a luxury, five star hotel near the harbour (4 nights). In the Blue Mountains we'll be staying at the historic Hydro Majestic Hotel overlooking the beautiful Megalong Valley (1 night).

If you'd like to arrive at your joining point hotel early or stick around post-tour to explore, contact us, and we can book extra nights of accommodation at the same centrally located hotel.

The time in Sydney is the same as in Tasmania so you won’t need to change your watches. In February the time zone in both places is AEDT (rather than the usual AEST) due to daylight saving.

It is the end of summer in Sydney in late February and early March, and the weather is typically hot and humid. Average temperatures range from 19°C (66.2°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). Expect mostly sunny days, but there also can be some rain and potential for thunderstorms.

No, we have limited space and we have to pay a deposit to secure your accommodation and some of the events so we need a firm commitment from each guest. Please note that your deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE except in the case that the trip has to be cancelled by us due to not meeting the minimum number of participants (10 guests). The trip's go-status will be confirmed no later than 90 days before departure.

No, this is a land package only.

There is an airport train from the Sydney domestic terminal that leaves every 10 minutes and costs AUD$18. It takes around 25 minutes to travel to Circular Quay Station. From Circular Quay, it is an easy 5 minute walk to your hotel. Alternately you can get a taxi form the airport which costs around AUD$50 and take approximately 30 minutes depending on time of day and traffic.

Your deposit is paid when you make your booking through our website. The balance (including any upgrades or single supplements if applicable) will be due 90 days prior to your tour's start date. We will send you a personal payment link for the balance of your tour charges then.

You can fly direct flights to Sydney from Hobart. Please book your flight to depart from Hobart airport (HBA) and arrive into Sydney domestic airport (SYD). Airport transfers are not included.

You do not need any specific vaccinations to enter Australia; however, if you are coming from a country where yellow fever is present, you will need proof of a yellow fever vaccination to enter the country.

This is up to you. At each excursion we will provide an option for shorter and longer walks and for varying fitness levels. There will also be some walking to and from restaurants each day.

Most days we will be on a bus for around one hour at a time. The exception is our travel to and from the Blue Mountains which is a two and a half hour bus ride. We will break up these two longer trips with stops along the way so that people can refresh themselves and stretch their legs.

Sydney is approximately 14 hours ahead of the US East coast and approximately 17 hours ahead of the US West coast so be sure to double check your arrival date and time to ensure they allow for the time difference. Time differences vary depending on where you are in the US so to find out the exact time difference for your location Worldtimebuddy.com is a useful tool for converting time in different countries or cities.

You can fly directly from Hobart to Sydney which takes just under 2 hours. We suggest flying to Sydney as soon as your Tasmanian tour finishes on Wednesday the 25th of February so you can have some down time before we start moving again. We’ll provide some suggested activities for your day off in Sydney. NB The flight from Hobart to Sydney is not included in your tour price. You will need to book this flight yourself or through your travel agent.

There will be a minimum of 4 guests, with a maximum of 8.

All visitors to Australia must apply for an Electronic Travel Authority using the Australian ETA App. For more information and instructions on how to apply click here. The ETA allows you to stay in Australia for up to 3 months and costs AUD20. In most cases you will be notified of the result of your ETA application immediately. We recommend that you apply for your ETA as soon as your tour is confirmed.

We can match guests with potential same-sex roommates. We can connect you by WhatsApp or email so you can see if you are compatible to share a double room.

You will be accompanied on your tour one dedicated guide.

No, on average we expect about half the group to be singles.

Yes, there is, it is AUD1000 (approximately USD650) extra for a private room. This is because, unfortunately, our hotels do not offer single rooms so as a single traveller you are paying the full rate for a room instead of it being divided by two.

All visitors to Australia must apply for an Electronic Travel Authority using the Australian ETA App. For more information and instructions on how to apply click here. The ETA allows you to stay in Australia for up to 3 months and costs AUD20. In most cases you will be notified of the result of your ETA application immediately. We recommend that you apply for your ETA as soon as your tour is confirmed.

You do not need any specific vaccinations to enter Australia; however, if you are coming from a country where yellow fever is present, you will need proof of a yellow fever vaccination to enter the country.