This private wilderness journey includes alpine hiking on Cradle Mountain, returning to a luxury suite with hot tub each night

Tasmania

From $2,462 pp

3 Day Private Journey

Cradle Mountain

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5 Luxury Accommodation

6 Itinerary

7 Departure dates

8 Featured Experiences

1Overview

Overview

Explore the alpine trails of Tasmania's World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park by day, followed by cosy evenings by the fire in the region's best suite complete with your own private hot tub. Your journey begins with wine tasting and lunch at one of Tasmania's best vineyards, before continuing to your accommodation. Day two includes a private guide and transfers to support your hike to Marion's Lookout on Cradle Mountain, with the wilderness trail offering striking alpine and lake views. Dove Lake loop walk and several shorter self-guided walks can also be enjoyed as part of your Cradle Mountain experience. With its picturesque wilderness setting and outdoor hot tub, your suite at Cradle Mountain Lodge is the perfect place for a post-hike soak.

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2Trip Highlights

Highlights

Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park

Marion’s Lookout Hike and Dove Lake Walk at Cradle Mountain

Mountain lodge accommodation with private outdoor hot tub

Wine tasting experience and lunch at chef-hatted Josef Chromy

3Rates & Inclusions

What's Included

Two nights at Cradle Mountain Lodge in the King Billy Suite with outdoor cedar hot tub
Daily breakfast at Cradle Mountain Lodge
Private guided alpine hike to Marion's Lookout on Cradle Mountain with packed lunch and transfers
Self-guided Dove Lake loop walk (accessed by short included shuttle transfer) plus optional short walks accessed on foot from the lodge
Wine tasting at Josef Chromy and two-course lunch in the chef-hatted restaurant
Private transfers from Launceston or Saffire Freycinet on day one to the lodge (via Josef Chromy)
Private transfer from the lodge back to Launceston on day three
National Park entry fees

4Location & Access

Location & Access

As an extension to our 8 Day Tasmanian Wilderness Journey, this itinerary commences with a private transfer from Saffire Freycinet to Cradle Mountain Lodge via Josef Chromy. Alternatively your journey can commence in Launceston, which is where you conclude on day three. Alternative start and finish points are available to suit a custom Tasmanian travel itinerary.

5Luxury Accommodation

Where You'll Sleep

Tasmania

Cradle Mountain Lodge, Tasmania

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6Itinerary

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Your private guide-driver will collect you from Launceston or from Saffire Freycinet (for those extending their 8 day Tasmanian journey) after breakfast to begin the picturesque drive to Cradle Mountain Lodge. Break up the journey with a scenic stop en route for a wine tasting, followed by a two-course lunch at Josef Chromy hatted restaurant. After checking in, the afternoon is yours to relax in your spacious spa suite, or you may wish to stretch your legs with one of the many short walk options accessible from the lodge. We recommend the Waterfalls Walk or the Enchanted Stroll for platypus spotting. Tonight is a free evening to dine in one of the Lodge's two restaurants - choose from the Tavern Bar & Bistro, or the Highland Restaurant, followed by a fireside nightcap.

Included: L

Cradle Mountain Lodge King Billy Suite Spa

Day 2

After breakfast at the lodge, meet your private guide for today’s alpine hike to Crater Lake and Marion’s Lookout. Walking with your experienced guide you will be led towards the towering peaks of Cradle Mountain passing alpine lakes and abundant wildlife – particularly wombats – as you climb higher. Arriving at Marion’s Lookout is the perfect reward for tired legs, with dramatic alpine views overlooking the aptly named Crater Lake. Lunch is enjoyed on the trail today. After returning to the lodge this afternoon, you will have time to recuperate in your hot tub or perhaps visit the renowned Waldheim Alpine Spa (bookings recommended) to enjoy the spa facilities with panoramic views of the valley below. A free evening follows, which we recommend finishing with drink by the fire.

Included: B - L

Day 3

After a leisurely lie-in, enjoy a final buffet breakfast in the Highland Restaurant. We recommend a self-guided walk at Dove Lake today, accessible by included shuttle transfer directly from the lodge. This is a two-hour loop walk, with opportunity to take in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park and World Heritage wilderness area. Lunch can be enjoyed at the café near the lake visitor centre, or back at the lodge before departure. You'll be picked up early afternoon for the two-hour private road transfer to Launceston where this journey concludes.

Included: B