Adventure Tours Australia
7 Day 'Top to Tail' Tasmania Tour
Start Devonport or Launceston - Finish Devonport
(Code: ATA38/NTW7)

Tasmania is located off the southeast corner of mainland Australia. It is Australia's smallest state in terms of both size and population, yet is a major tourist attraction due to the diverse and spectacular scenery, unspoilt wilderness and rich history. Spectacular views and world renowned wilderness, clean air, cool fresh water, rich soil and gourmet produce are proof that Tasmania has been truly blessed by Nature. Discover the precious jewel in Australia's south with Adventure Tours, Australia's leading small group tour operator. Our Tasmanian Tours are all ACCOMMODATED.

April, Oct & Nov : Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun, Mon
Devonport 7.30am
Launceston 9.15am

May - September: Wed, Sun
Devonport 7.30am
Launceston 9.15am

December - March: Daily
Devonport 7.30am
Launceston 9.15am

Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, water bottle, torch, warm clothing (even in summer), waterproof jacket & trousers, insect repellent, c motion sickness tablets, camera & film,

*Accommodation: All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twiI/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE style (2-3star ensuite). All twiI/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking. Motel/Lodge style may be located on different premises to hostel accommodation.
*Meals: Evening meals are BBQ-style dinners (not restaurant meals), prepared by the guide (with passenger participation) and eaten together as a group. Breakfasts are continental and lunches are picnic style. Not all meals are included on this tour.
* Passengers can connect with the evening departure of the ferry in Devonport.
*Package is made up of 2 individual tours; therefore, you may travel with different passengers on each section.
* Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substitued due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and national park requirements.
*Luggage limit apply
*Tour must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel.

Day 1 - Devonport to Bicheno
Leaving Devonport we travel in the shadows of the Great Western Tiers to Launceston to explore Cataract Gorge. Visit the stunning Evercreech Forest in the Fingal Valley featuring picturesque waterfalls, an excellent winter shelter and the opportunity to marvel at the tallest 'Swamp Gums' in Tasmania. Explore secluded beaches witht the chance to swim in crystal clear waters (weather permitting). This evening take an optional tour to see little penquins nesting (own expense). Overnight in the seaside town of Bicheno. (LD)

Day 2 - Freycinet to Port Arthur
We spend most of the day experiencing the stunning Freycinet National Park. Tackle the challenging climb up Mount Amos for fantastic views over world-renowned Wineglass Bay or hike to Wineglass beach via the lookout for a refreshing swim at one of the world’s best beaches. We continue south to Port Arthur enjoying a great ice -cream stop and rain forest walk on the way. Tonight, you can experience the famous Port Arthur Ghost Tour (optional extra) and maybe meet some past convicts! Overnight Port Arthur (BLD)

Day 3 - Port Arthur to Hobart
The morning is spent exploring the Port Arthur Historic Site, which served as a penal colony from 1830 to 1877. Enjoy an introductory guided tour of the site as well as a boat cruise around the harbour, viewing the ‘Isle of the Dead’ where more than 1100 convicts and soldiers are buried. After lunch we visit Remarkable Cave and a variety of sites on the Tasman Peninsula before heading to Hobart in the early evening. (BL)

Day 4 - Hobart & surrounds
Spend a day at leisure enjoying the sights of Hobart. Some recommended activities are 1 1/2 hour Derwent River Cruise on the historical square rigger ‘Lady Nelson’, a tour of the Cascade Brewery or the Cadbury Chocolate Factory (only week days), half day bike hire, a visit to ‘Antarctic Adventure’ or a trip up Mt Wellington. (All activities are subject to availability and at own expense). Overnight in Hobart (No meals)

Day 5 - Hobart to Tullah
Departing Hobart we travel to Mount Field National Park where we hike to Russell Falls and join the ‘Tall Trees’ Walk where you will see the world’s tallest flowering plant - the Swamp Gum. We continue on to picturesque Lake St Clair (the deepest lake in Australia) for lunch then head to the historic mining town of Tullah via Queenstown, doing various walks along the way. We stay overnight at the cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet, surrounded by lakes and mountains. (LD)

Day 6 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
Today, in no particular order, we will hike to Montezuma Falls - Tasmania’s highest waterfall -through breathtaking rainforest. We will visit the awesome Henty Sand Dunes where you can explore on foot, take a Quad bike tour (optional extra) or go Sand Boarding (FREE). Later we call in at the picturesque coastal village of Strahan before returning to Tullah where you can catch your breath or go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or a horse riding through the surrounding hills (optional extra.) Overnight Tullah. (BLD)

Day 7 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk around beautiful Dove Lake or challenge yourself with a more strenuous bush walk (unguided) exploring this spectacular area. We call in at Sheffield, the famous ‘Town of Murals’, before finishing in Devonport. (BL)

Important Information on Tasmanian Tours:

Please be aware that we finish our 3 Day West Coast Tour and 7 Day Tour in Devonport. You cannot travel to Launceston on the night the tour finishes. The tour arrives in Devonport usually by 6.45pm at the latest so we can still meet up with the Spirit of Tasmania ferry for those travelling the same night to Melbourne. Other travellers must stay in Devonport overnight. If there is room on the bus on the following morning, they are more than welcome to get a free transfer from Devonport to Launceston for any flight connections. Providing that their flight out from Launceston does not leave before 11am they will be able to make the flight connection. The guide will drop them in town in Launceston, not at the airport (the airport is 25km out of Launceston and in the opposite direction from where the tour is going). Travellers will generally arrive in Launceston at approx. 9am and can then get a taxi or the shuttle bus to the airport at their own expense.

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"Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals" a Darwin Travel Agent License Number NT 094. Incorporating www.australia4tours.com, www.kakaduayersrocktours.com and www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com. We seek out tours from only experienced tour companies to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.

From the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - then onto Adelaide and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia. Our experienced staff have collectively over 30 years in the travel industry will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers.

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As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals"
(incorporating www.australia4tours.com), we seek out tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From the sunny tropical Top End in it's dry and spectacular wet season's to the spiritual heart of the sandy Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife and incredable flora - then onto Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia.

Our experienced staff will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers across Australia with camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, ecotourisim adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal culture