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6 Night Taste of Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston

A 6 Night Taste of Tasmania - Hobart to Hobart. Suggested highlights including Mount Field National Park, Russell Falls and Tall Trees walks, Lake St Clair, Strahan, Franklin Gordon National Park, Macquarie Harbour and Ocean Beach, Hogarth Falls, Henty Sand Dunes, 'Silver City' of Zeehan, World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park, Dove Lake, Devonport, Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm (seasonal), Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur, Mount Amos, Remarkable Cave, Tasman Peninsula.

Tour Name: 6 Day Taste of Tasmania - Hobart to Lanceston
Tour Code: G-NTW6HL (HBA-LST)
Departs: Hobart accommodation 7.00am

Departure Dates:

• APR - NOV, MAR: Mon Thu
• DEC - FEB: Mon Thu Sat
Departure Time: Hobart 7.00am from select accommodation
Finishes: Launceston
• Launceston Transit Centre, mid morning Day 7
• Passengers departing Launceston on Day 7 are required to book flights on/after 12noon.
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A shuttle bus (additional expense) is available from the Transit Centre to the Airport.
Return Time: Arrival into Launceston is mid morning Day 7
Tour Prices: Adult

1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010

Tour price in AU$ + park fee:
Tour option
Hostel
Motel/Lodge
.Tour Price in AUD$
Dorm
Twin/Dbl
Twin/Dbl
Single
Adult
885
1015
1270
1655
Child
710
815
1020
N/A
This tour is not available to children 7 years and under.
All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) based on per person
Discounts: Specials: Book here now today and receive a 5% earlybird discount.
Min Numbers: 8
Max Numbers: 21
Tour Vehicle:
Mini Coach  © Toyota Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned vehicle.
Suitability:
Level 2 fitness   © Maximum Walks: Hikes up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable level of fitness is required as there will be some walking to view places of interest. Suitable for soft adventures with a passion for bushwalking and exploring.
Staying:
Hostel Accommodation - Dorm share rooms with shared facilities
To Bring:

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

Included: Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, complimentary canoe and bike hire, entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including the harbour cruise).
Not Included: • National park fees of $33 per person are payable on departure.
• Optional activities are subject to availability and at own expense
Places Of Interest: • Mount Field National Park
• Russell Falls and Tall Trees walks
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Lake St Clair
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Strahan
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Franklin Gordon National Park
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Macquarie Harbour and Ocean Beach
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Hogarth Falls
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Henty Sand Dunes
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'Silver City' of Zeehan
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World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park
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Dove Lake
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Devonport
• Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm (seasonal)
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Bay of Fires
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Bicheno
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Freycinet National Park
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Port Arthur
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Mount Amos
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Remarkable Cave
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Tasman Peninsula
Strahan
View of Mt Amos
View of Mt Amos
Port Arthur
Cradle Mountain in winter
Port Arthur Harbour
Dove Lake

Itinerary

Day 1 - Hobart to Strahan
First we travel to Mount Field National Park, where we stretch our legs on the Russell Falls and Tall Trees walks. We continue on to Lake St Clair for a view of Australia's deepest lake. On our way to Strahan we hike and explore the Franklin Gordon National Park. We spend tonight in our own exclusive accommodation in the historic coastal township of Strahan where your guide will fill you in on the amazing history of 'pining, mining and convicts'!. (LD)

Day 2 - Strahan to Cradle Mountain Region
This morning we enjoy the intriguing history of Strahan with options to suit everyone! Take a stroll or a bike ride (free) along the foreshore or up the Water Tower Hill for a priceless lookout over Macquarie Harbour and Ocean Beach; walk through a rainforest to Hogarth Falls (if you're quiet and lucky you may even spot a platypus); Later, we take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes, where you can even take a quad bike tour (at own expense). In the afternoon we visit the 'Silver City' of Zeehan, here you may wish to arrange with your guide to canoe in a nearby lake (at no extra cost). We then continue to our overnight lodge accommodation. (BLD)

Day 3 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Today we discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy the pure air with a guided walk around lovely Dove Lake, or challenge yourself with a more strenuous hike (unguided) to view Cradle Mountain. We spend this afternoon exploring more of the state's mid north before our arrival in Devonport. (BL)

Day 4 - Devonport to Bicheno
Travelling northeast of Launceston, we stop at the sweetly fragranced, rolling purple hills of the Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm (seasonal). Continuing through the changing landscape of heritage farms, rainforest and mining towns we spend the afternoon at the breathtaking Bay of Fires. Here you can take a stroll along the gleaming white sands or a swim in the clear turquoise water (weather permitting). Tonight we stay at in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, you can choose to take a tour to see little penguins nesting (at own expense). (LD)

Day 5 - Bicheno to Pt Arthur
This morning we drive into the stunning Freycinet National Park for sweeping views over Wineglass Bay. You may choose to hike to Wineglass Beach via the lookout or for those more adventurous; a hike to the top of Mount Amos. Travelling south to Port Arthur we enjoy the stunning views of the Tasman Peninsula along the way. Tonight we stay at Pt Arthur. While there, take a spine chilling Port Arthur Ghost Tour for a glimpse into the historic past of this penal colony (at own expense). (BLD)

Day 6 - Port Arthur to Hobart
We'll spend this morning exploring the infamous Port Arthur Historic Site and take a boat cruise around the harbour. Next, we visit Remarkable Cave and a range of other sites on the Tasman Peninsula as we travel on to Hobart. Accommodation is included, dinner at own expense. (BL)

Day 7 - Hobart to Launceston
We travel north along the historic Midland Highway, passing numerous colonial inns and quaint villages including Bagdad, Oatlands and Campbelltown. We make a stop in Ross, where you'll see Australia's oldest convict built bridge and have the opportunity to purchase breakfast (own expense). We'll also see the infamous Ross Bakery which is legendary in Japan and those in the 'know' will be in search of Kiki the witch! Arrival into Launceston is mid morning.

     

Note:

• All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twin/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE style (2-3 star ensuite).
• All twin/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking.
• Motel/Lodge style may be located on different premises to hostel accommodation.

• Evening meals are BBQ style dinners, prepared by the guide (with passenger participation) and eaten as a group.
• Breakfasts are continental and lunches are picnic style.

• National park fees of $33 per person are payable on departure.

• Passengers departing Launceston on Day 7 are required to book flights on/after 12noon.
•
A shuttle bus (additional expense) is available from the Transit Centre to the Airport.


• Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Tradtional owner and national park requirements.
• The above program should only be used as a guideline and tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit the specific interests of their group.
• Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel direct with the tour operator.
• Luggage limit of 15kg in a soft bag or backpack

ATA Child Policy On Tours
• Note: N/S = This tour is not available to children 12 years and under.
• Note: N/A = This option is not available at a discounted child rate.
• Note: *Child rates are for children 8-12 years accompanied by an adult
• Note: Children 7 years and under are not permitted to travel on any tour

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