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Day 1 Sun: Arrive Launceston
Your Tour Director will meet you at Launceston
Airport and transfer you to the hotel. This
afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of Launceston
and see the quaint Swiss Village of Grindelwald.
Cross the Batman Bridge to visit the
Bay of Fires Winery in the Tamar Valley, home
to cool climate varietal wines. Experience a
wine tutorial with tasting and tasting plates.
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston.
Day 2 Mon: Freycinet
This morning we visit the Bridestowe Lavender
Farm (early December to early February) and
admire the beautiful blooms. Enjoy the lush
rainforest scenery and views of Weldborough
Pass enroute to St Helens. This afternoon we
discover the beautiful East Coast and experience
picturesque Freycinet National Park on a Ranger
guided walk along the boardwalk. Stay tonight
in the small seaside resort of Orford.
Accommodation: Eastcoaster Resort, Orford. (B)
Day 3 Tue: Richmond
This morning we visit the Bonorong Wildlife
Park to see native animals including the Tasmanian
Devil. Continue on to the charming historic
village of Richmond, which boasts Australia's
oldest bridge, built in 1823. We also take in
the scenery of the Tasman Peninsula and overnight
in historic Port Arthur.
Accommodation: Fox and Hounds Inn, Port Arthur,
2 nights. (B)
Day 4 Wed: Port Arthur
Explore the grounds and ruins of the Port Arthur
Historic Site, Australia's most infamous prison
during the convict era, on a guided walking
tour followed by a cruise around the eerie Isle
of the Dead. This afternoon visit the spectacular
natural coastal formations of Tasman's Arch,
Devil's Kitchen and The Blowhole. Tonight why
not take an optional lantern lit Ghost Tour
of Port Arthur? (B)
Day 5 Thu: Hobart
Departing Port Arthur this morning we cross
the narrow Eaglehawk Neck on our way to Hobart.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Cadbury Chocolate
Factory and taste the delicious produce. (Factory
tours are not always available - a visit to
the Sorell Fruit Farm is offered on these occasions).
On arrival in Hobart your afternoon is at leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart,
2 nights. (B)
Day 6 Fri: Huon Valley
We begin our day with views of the Huon Valley's
rolling green hills; visit the Tahune Forest
AirWalk, a spectacular treetops walkway and
observe a wood turner at work at the Forest
and Heritage Centre in Geeveston. This afternoon
enjoy an orientation tour of Hobart and visit
the Botanic Gardens, Battery Point, Salamanca
Place and Constitution Dock, before travelling
to the summit of Mt. Nelson for magnificent
views over the city and the Derwent River. (B)
Day 7 Sat: Russell Falls
Start your day with the sights, sounds, flavours,
action and colour of Tasmania's famous Salamanca
Market. Our highlights today include the scenery
of the Derwent Valley and New Norfolk; spectacular
Russell Falls and the Mt. Field National Park
Visitor Centre; beautiful Lake St. Clair; the
wild mountain landscapes of the Cradle Mountain
- Lake St. Clair National Park and views of
the Franklin River. We overnight in the charming
village of Strahan.
Accommodation: The Strahan Village, Strahan,
2 nights. (B)
Day 8 Sun: Gordon River Cruise
This morning is at leisure to relax, explore
or enjoy an optional activity. Perhaps take
a ride from Queenstown to Strahan on the West
Coast Wilderness Railway. Board your cruise
this afternoon and cross Macquarie Harbour into
the reflective waters of the Gordon River. Discover
the ruins of the brutal penal colony on Sarah
Island, see Hell's Gate and enjoy a delicious
buffet dinner. (B) (HD)
Day 9 Mon: Cradle Mountain
Pass through the mining town of Rosebery and
into Cradle Mountain National Park where we
view idyllic Dove Lake and the jagged peaks
of Cradle Mountain. Overnight at Cradle Mountain
Chateau, the region's newest hotel, and perhaps
explore the adjacent Australian National Wilderness
and Landscape Gallery.
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Chateau, Cradle
Mountain. (B)
Day 10 Tue: The Nut - Stanley
Today we wind through the rainforest surrounding
Hellyer Gorge State Reserve and visit the picturesque
fishing village of Stanley and the massive promontory
known as The Nut. We also take a leisurely stroll
through the pretty Allendale Gardens.
Accommodation: Tall Timbers Hotel, Smithton.
(B)
Day 11 Wed: Sheffield
The northwest coast provides a scenic background
to our touring this morning. We pass through
the seaside towns of Penguin and Ulverstone
and visit Sheffield, often called the 'town
of murals' due to the colourful wall paintings
that adorn the town's buildings. Later, we stop
at the Ashgrove Farm Cheese Factory to sample
the delicious products and learn about the production
process. Finally today enjoy time at Entally
House. Built in 1819, the 37 hectare estate
includes a green house, chapel, coach house
& stables. We overnight in Launceston.
Accommodation: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston.
(B)
Day 12 Thu: Depart Launceston
After breakfast today we visit Cataract Gorge
with its beautiful parks and gardens. Afterwards
you will be transferred to Launceston Airport
to meet your onward flight. (B)
SPIRIT OF TASMANIA
Clients may choose to add a journey on Spirit
of Tasmania to the end of this tour. Please
enquire for details.
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