State: Tasmania
Operator: Adventure Tours
Minimum Price: AUD $ 795 Highlights:
Mt Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Tullah,
Strahan, Montezuma Falls, Cradle Mountain, Cataract Gorge, Bicheno,
Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur
Day 1 - Hobart to Tullah
We travel to Mount Field National Park, walking to Russell Falls and the ‘Tall Trees Walk’. We continue on to Lake St Clair then head to the historic mining town of Tullah, doing various walks along the way. Overnight at cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (LD)
Day 2 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
We hike to Montezuma Falls, then take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes or take a quad bike tour (at own expense). We call in at Strahan then return to Tullah to go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or horse riding (at own expense). Overnight Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (BLD)
Day 3 - 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 hike (unguided) to view Cradle Mountain. This afternoon we further explore the mid north of the state before arriving at our overnight accommodation in Devonport. (BL)
Day 4 - Devonport or Launceston to Bicheno
We travel north east of Launceston to the beautiful Bridestowe Lavender Farms; where everything conceivable is made with lavender! We then continue our journey through the changing landscape of heritage farms, forests and mining towns until we arrive at the spectacular St Columba’s Falls (pumping an average 42,000 litres of water per minute!). We finish our day at the breathtaking Bay of Fires, with a stroll along the pristine white sands or a swim in the sparkling turquoise water (weather permitting). We stay overnight in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, take an optional tour to see little penguins nesting (at own expense). (LD)
Day 5 - Bicheno to Pt Arthur
This morning we climb up Mount Amos in Freycinet National Park for fantastic views over Wineglass Bay. You may choose to hike to Wineglass Beach via the lookout. We travel south to Port Arthur enjoying a rain forest walk on the way. Tonight enjoy the Port Arthur Ghost Tour (at own expense). Overnight Port Arthur (BLD)
Day 6 - Pt Arthur to Hobart
This morning we explore the Port Arthur Historic Site and take a boat cruise around the harbour then visit Remarkable Cave and a variety of other sites on the Tasman Peninsula before arriving into Hobart. (BL)
What's Included?
- Experienced Guide
- Accommodation
- Meals as indicated
- Canoe & bike hire at Tullah
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including the harbour cruise)
What to Bring?
- 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
- 15kg luggage limit
Notes:
• 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.
• Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions & National Park requirements.
•Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel. Fuel levy
of $10 per person and park fees $30 per person are payable on
departure.
•It is recommended that passengers departing Devonport by air do so
the following day. Should flights be booked from Devonport on Day 3,
they must depart on/after 7.30pm.
Notes: Special Departure Dates: Hobart 7.00am
Apr, Oct, Nov: Sun Mon Tue Thu Fri
May-Sep: Sun Thu
Dec-Mar: Daily
Trip Duration: 6 days
Departs from: Hobart
Tour Ends: Hobart
Departure Days:
Departure Time: 7am
Return Time: Early evening
All Prices: 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Adult: Hostel: Dorm - $AU795
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU880
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU1105
Motel/Lodge: Single - $AU1395
Child: Hostel: Dorm - $AU635
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU705
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU885
+ $10 fuel levy
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