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63 Ponant
from Cove magazine
Ponant
Tasmania – food, wine and yachts for Christmas and New Year.
EXPLORE THE BEST of Tasmania's natural coastal wonders, gourmet foods and awardwinning wines, culminating in the festivities associated with the Sydney to Hobart yacht race and New Year’s Eve celebrations in Hobart.
Begin your luxury expedition in Australia’s second oldest city Hobart before reaching Maria Island where you can join your expedition team on a guided walk to discover the intriguing well preserved convict settlement and local wildlife including Cape Barron Geese, wombats, pademelons and forester kangaroos.
Next on your voyage, the Tasman Peninsula will reveal its spectacular dolerite cliffs rising from the sea whilst you search for the region's varied marine life including little penguins, Australian fur seals and dolphins from our fleet of Zodiacs®.
Enjoy a scenic guided hike with your Expedition Guides.
Experience the pristine natural wonders and remarkable scenery of the remote Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area of Port Davey.
King Island is a culinary delight.
Here you will uncover the island's stories, unique culture, and gourmet produce that is sought by some of the world's top chefs.
Continuing onto the Tamar Valley, follow the Tamar Valley Wine Route and sample some of the region's internationally acclaimed fine wines.
Photographers will revel in Ile des Phoques, or 'Seal Island', home to Australian fur seals and several breeding seabird species including penguins, short-tailed shearwater and fairy prion.
Back in Hobart, your ship will spend two days alongside for you to enjoy the finish line of the 2022 Sydney to Hobart yacht race and the New Year festivities.
An opportunity to experience Australia's biggest and longest running food and wine festival, Taste of Tasmania.
Ashore, guests will indulge in Tassie gourmet produce and award-winning wines, whilst onboard explore the delights of world-renowned cuisine and embark on a journey to the land of flavours.
Our chefs and their teams interpret and share with you their passion for France’s culinary heritage, enriched by the produce and traditions of Tasmania.
This voyage exclusively features a complimentary upgrade to the Premium Open bar where guests will enjoy unlimited Veuve Clicquot.
For more information and bookings contact: Cove Travel 07 5577 9211 | info@covetravel.com.au covetravel.com.au
LUXURY EXPEDITIONS BY PONANT Choosing a PONANT luxury expedition means choosing to be truly connected to your environment.
A blend of luxury, exploration, comfort, adventure, and refinement … even at the heart of the most remote regions.
A deeply anchored seafaring tradition with a passion for exploring and a spirit of adventure.
This is what makes PONANT the pioneer of unique bespoke experiences that will awaken your curiosity.
PONANT immerses you into unspoilt nature and rich cultures, where each day is an atlas of destinations and discovery.
A luxury expedition by PONANT: the promise of unique adventures blended with refined luxury, including unlimited Veuve Clicquot.
Exclusive to Cove Travel:
Complimentary upgrade to the PONANT Premium Bar*. Valued at €200 per person.
The Premium Bar includes top shelf spirits such as Hendricks and Tanqueray Gin and unlimited Veuve Clicquot.
***Offer available exclusively with Cove Travel -
Terms and conditions apply.
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