Catch the Spirit
and experience an unforgettable weekend away in Tasmania
No car needed
Award-Winning Tours & Transfers by eGuide
Your Tasmanian Weekend Escape
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Friday | Spirit of Tasmania - Geelong - Devonport
Set sail from Geelong aboard the brand new Spirit of Tasmania and ease into your journey across Bass Strait. Explore the ship’s impressive onboard facilities, savour a delicious sunset dinner, and unwind in the comfort of your private porthole cabin, gently rocked by the sea as you drift off to sleep.
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Saturday | Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park - Sheffield
Wake to your arrival in Devonport and start the day with a mouth-watering breakfast at Anvers Chocolate Factory, the perfect Tasmanian welcome.
From here, journey into the heart of the island to Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, a pristine World Heritage wilderness. Soak in alpine views, stroll the iconic Dove Lake boardwalk, and keep an eye out for wombats among the button grass plains.
Later, visit Sheffield, the charming “Town of Murals,” where vivid artworks tell the story of the region. Your day concludes with a relaxing riverfront stay at the Novotel Devonport, followed by dinner at your leisure.
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Sunday | Cradle Coast Tasting Trail – Sail to Geelong
After a sumptuous buffet breakfast, follow the spectacular coastline to the quirky seaside town of Penguin—don’t miss a photo with the famous Big Penguin!
Then, treat your senses along Tasmania’s renowned Cradle Coast Tasting Trail:Nature: Spot platypus in their natural habitat at the Tasmanian Arboretum
Wine & Cider: Sample boutique wines and visit Spreyton Cider
Cheese: Indulge at the Ashgrove Dairy Door, home to some of Tasmania’s finest cheeses
As the day draws to a close, return to the Spirit of Tasmania terminal for your evening voyage back to the mainland.
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Monday | Arrive in Geelong
Arrive back in Geelong early in the morning, feeling refreshed and enriched, bringing home unforgettable memories of Tasmania’s wild beauty, flavours, and charm.
Your Catch the Spirit Package Includes:
Return travel from Geelong to Devonport - on the brand-new Spirit of Tasmania, complete with a delicious buffet dinner and twin berth porthole cabin
2 x Breakfasts – Anvers Chocolate Factory & Novotel Devonport
1 night’s accommodation - Novotel Devonport
Packed Walker’s lunch for Cradle Mountain day
Wine and cider tastings and a vineyard platter
Your Catch the Spirit Package Includes:
Return travel from Geelong to Devonport - on the brand-new Spirit of Tasmania, complete with a delicious buffet dinner and twin berth porthole cabin
2 x Breakfasts – Anvers Chocolate Factory & Novotel Devonport
1 night’s accommodation - Novotel Devonport
Packed Walker’s lunch for Cradle Mountain day
Wine and cider tastings and a vineyard platter
Spirited Tasmania Tours
We are delighted to partner with the Spirit of Tasmania and AUSTRIPS to bring a range of Tasmania tours to cruise arrivals in Devonport.
eGuide is a Tasmanian Gold Award (2025)–winning tour operator, proudly based in Devonport and perfectly placed for anyone wanting a high-quality day tour or private tour departing from the city or ferry terminal. All our tours are small-group, operate on demand, and can accommodate groups of 2 to 500. Whether you’re travelling alone, with friends or family, or organising a large group, simply contact us, and we will create a great-value tour that fits your plans.
Whether you’re seeking nature, wildlife, food, wine, culture or photography, Devonport is the perfect starting point — and we’re here to make your Tasmanian adventure unforgettable. Contact us to design a customised tour that suits your interests, timing and group size.
