Winter discounts for Tasmanian ferry crossings

The Spirit of Tasmania is offering a 60 per cent discount on ferry crossings from Melbourne this winter.

Travellers booking flights to Australia and hoping to explore the island of Tasmania may be glad to learn that Spirit of Tasmania is offering a 60 per cent discount this winter.

As a result twin and four-berth cabins are available from just $99 (£63) per person per crossing, provided you travel between May 3rd and August 31st this year.

Furthermore, you can take your hire car with you for just $79 each way, giving you extra space to carry all your essential holiday items.

Tasmania has plenty to offer British travellers on flights to Australia, including wine tours, outdoor adventures, historic tours and cultural events.

The Spirit of Tasmania runs overnight cruises on a daily basis, departing from Melbourne at 7.30pm and arriving on the island at Devonport at 6.30am the following day.

To take advantage of the 60 per cent off winter ferry offer customers must book their Spirit of Tasmania ferry crossing before April 30th.

Written by Erin Marshall