Separated from mainland Australia by the 240 km stretch of Bass Strait, Tasmania is a land apart - a place of wild and beautiful landscapes, friendly and welcoming people, a pleasant and temperate climate, wonderful wine and food, a rich history and a relaxed island lifestyle.

Visitors to Tasmania are surprised by its size, though compared to the scale of the rest of Australia, the distances are certainly more manageable. Dense rainforests, mountain peaks, alpine meadows, great lakes, eucalyptus stands and fertile farmland are all easily accessible, but you should be prepared for several hours of concentrated driving between the main attractions.

According to our experienced consultants who have travelled the globe in search of excellence, Tasmania has one of the world's ten best beaches - Wineglass Bay, the world's best little town - Strahan and some of the most amazing scenery in the world.

Now, let us help you discover why...