Day 1: Hobart

Board at Hobart's Macquarie Wharf at 4pm. Sail down the Derwent River and under the might Tasman Bridge. This evening, join the Captain's Welcome Drinks and enjoy Tasmanian cheeses and Bruny Island oysters. Overnight anchorage near Bruny Island. Following are the expedition highlights.

Day 2: Tasmania

This is a true expedition itinerary covering remote areas. Rather than stick to a prescribed schedule, the Captain and the Expedition Team pick from a menu of familiar choices, varying the itinerary to take advantage of weather conditions. Over the coming days we've outlined some of the excursions that you may undertake.

Day 3: Port Arthur

Port Arthur Historic Site: Explore Australia’s most evocative convict site housing Britain and Australia’s ‘worst’ criminals. Join a ‘behind the scenes’ tour led by a resident archaeologist featuring private collections and historical buildings not normally accessible to the general public. Join an evening Captain’s reception at Port Arthur’s historic Asylum building. Day 4: Tasman Wilderness and World Heritage Area

Tasmania World Heritage Area: On Tasmania's West Coast explore UNESCO-listed wilderness. Visit Port Davey before cruising the ‘Narrows’ to Bathurst Harbour. Take a guided hike of Balmoral Hill Track and on to Melaleuca village for possible sightings of the endangered Orange-bellied Parrot. There's also ample time to kayak in these tranquil waters.

Day 5: Freycinet National Park

Freycinet National Park: Choose from optional early morning guided hikes to Freycinet National Park's Wineglass Bay Lookout. There are three different walks to choose from, depending on your level of fitness and early-morning energy levels! Then enjoy time to explore Wineglass Bay's beautiful beach. If the weather is nice you might even venture in for a dip.

Day 6: Maria Island

Maria Island: The historic ruins, bays and rugged cliffs of Maria Island National Park are sure to be a highlight. Keep your eyes out for sightings of native pademelons, Forester Kangaroos, Bennetts Wallabies and Tasmanian Devils. At World Heritage-listed Darlington tour the restored 17th century convict penitentiary. View the dramatic Painted and Fossil Cliffs and from Encampment Cove walk to the ruins of Maria Island’s second (probation-era) convict station at Point Lesueur on the island’s west coast.

Day 7: Tasman National Park

This itinerary is packed with potential highlights. Other touring options include: the Tasman National Park, historic Recherche Creek and Cockle Bay, Bruny Island and Adventure Bay. The Huon Valley and Woodbridge offer gastronomic delights, including a visit to Grandvewe Cheeses.

Day 8: Hobart - Departure

As the sun rises gather on deck or in the dining room as Coral Discoverer returns up the River Derwent to Hobart’s Macquarie Wharf. After breakfast its time to farewell fellow travelers, the Captain and his crew before disembarking at 8 AM.