Tasmania 8 Day - Tour in Circle

Ziua 1 · Arrive in Hobart

1. 1

   Oprirea 1

   Trecere fără oprire

   Arrive at your leisure this afternoon for check-in at your organised lodgings - the luxurious, 4-star rated Movenpick hotel in the heart of Hobart city and easy walking distance to everything.

Overnight in 4-star luxury at the very stylish Movenpick Hotel in Hobart's city centre.

Ziua 2 · Hobart - Port Arthur

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   Constitution Dock

   25 min

   Start the day with a stroll around Constitution Dock area. Take in the See the Mawsons Hut replica museum, the statues immortalising the first ever expedition to the south pole, the replica of our famous convict carrying vessel the May Queen and possibly even a hungry fur seal who has made his way into the dock area for breakfast from one of the many floating seafood restaurants. We will also see the stunning backdrop of Mt wellington behind the city.

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   Arthur Circus Park

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   Pass through the famous Salamanca area en route to a scenic drive through one of our oldest suburbs Battery Point. We will trip around Arthur Circus park with its cute, original cottages and learn of its history and Governor George Arthur whom the circle was named after. We will see many heritage listed home and amazing gardens as we wind through the narrow streets.

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   Cascades Female Factory Historic Site

   Trecere fără oprire

   A slow drive by as we explain the significance of our largest female correctional facility. Learn of the struggles our early female convicts faced as we view the imposing external perimeter.

4. 4

   Cascade Brewery

   10 min Intrarea inclusă

   One of the cities most notable and striking buildings we will stop at the Cascade brewery for some great photos and stories of the brewing industry in Tasmania.

5. 5

   Mount Wellington

   35 min Intrarea inclusă

   Ascend right to the summit of the imposing Mt Wellington / Kunanyi at 1275m high. Sweeping, panoramic views are in every direction as we take in what is one of the worlds naturally beautiful cities.

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   Tasman Bridge

   Trecere fără oprire

   Cross the Tasman Bridge as we head over to the Eastern Shore on our way to the east coast.

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   Puddleduck Wines

   o oră Intrarea inclusă

   Lunch today will be at the Puddleduck vineyard where a platter of gourmet local produce will be served - some of the freshest ingredients in Hobart. Enjoy FREE wine tastings to compliment our meal.

8. 8

   Richmond Bridge

   25 min

   Australia's oldest bridge still currently in use, built by the convicts in 1823. It is certainly the most lovely bridge on the island of Tasmania.

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   Denison Canal

   10 min

   See the Denison Canal built in the very early 1900's as a shortcut for passing merchant & trade vessels en route to Hobart. Another great photo opportunity. Learn about the significance of the Tasman Peninsula in our fight to save the iconic Tasmanian Devil from the spread of a fatal disease.

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    Pirates Bay/Eaglehawk Neck

    20 min Intrarea inclusă

    An afternoon tea & coffee break is in order at the stunning lookout above Pirates Bay.

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    Tessellated Pavement

    25 min Intrarea inclusă

    Walk onto and explore the worlds best example of a tessellated pavement - a series of cracks in the rock forming unusual patterns on the waters edge.

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    Tasman National Park

    30 min Intrarea inclusă

    We see the 90m high naturally occurring Tasman's Arch and walk over the arch to yet another stunning lookout viewing the coastal cliffs behind. We will explain the formation of these geological features and how they have occurred over millions of years. We will also view the east gazing Devil's Kitchen lookout.

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    Oprirea 13

    20 min

    See the lovely pink, purple & French lavender at the Port Arthur Lavender Farm. They have an amazing gift shop with many lavender products made onsite along with yummy food, coffee & snacks.

Delicious hot breakfast in the Movenpick Hotel restaurant. · Lunch with FREE wine tastings at a positively charming vineyard in the Coal Valley.

Overnight on the cusp of the UNESCO listed World Heritage site at the Port Arthur Motor Inn

Ziua 3 · Port Arthur - Bicheno

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   Port Arthur Historic Site

   3 ore Intrarea inclusă

   Enjoy a personally guided 3hr tour around this lovely site. We will explore many buildings, learn about the history of Port Arthur and convict transportation to Tasmania, and have many scenic vantage points. Also enjoy a 30 minute harbour cruise to view the site as incoming convicts would have.

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   Federation Artisan Chocolate - Port Arthur

   15 min Intrarea inclusă

   A popular stop is next up at Federation Chocolates. These chocolates are all hand made on site and naturally samples are available for tasting.

3. 3

   Maria Island National Park

   20 min

   We will pass by the glorious Maria Island and take in the coastal views from Raspin's Beach in Orford. Learn of the convict settlement here and how the island now has one of the healthiest Devil populations in the state.

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   Spiky Bridge

   15 min

   This is one of Tasmania's most quirky and unusual bridges with its unexplained rows of spiky rocks. Built by the convicts in the 1840's. Next we will head across the HWY to the hidden little Spiky Beach for our afternoon coffee break with a stunning view of Coles Bay and Freycinet Peninsula.

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   Spiky Beach Conservation Area

   20 min

   A scenic afternoon tea/coffee break is on the cards next. Explore the rocky shoreline area as we overlook the Coles Bay and Freycinet areas from this scenic location

6. 6

   Bicheno Blowhole

   45 min Intrarea inclusă

   Tonight we go on a fully guided Penguin spotting adventure on the rocks just by the famous Bicheno Blowhole. Watch these little creatures waddle ashore completely in the wild from only meters away.

Overnight in the beautiful east coast township of Bicheno.

Ziua 4 · Bicheno - Launceston

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   Bicheno Blowhole

   20 min

   Start the day with another quick visit to the local Blowhole to see this great coast feature during the daylight. It might be spurting water 25+ feet into the air.

2. 2

   East Coast Natureworld

   2 ore Intrarea inclusă

   This morning is a fully guided tour of the acclaimed East Coast Nature World. It is an animal sanctuary housing most Tasmania native animals that have either been rescued from the wild or bred onsite. We will witness the entertaining hand feeding of Tasmanian Devils with one of the handlers.

3. 3

   Bay of Fires

   40 min

   After lunch is an exploration of the stunning Bay of Fires with its pure white sand, ice blue water and flaming red & orange rocks that make this stretch of coastline one of the most photogenic areas in Australia. You can dip your feet as we wander along the main beach.

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   Oprirea 4

   15 min Intrarea inclusă

   Lease 65 is an Oyster farm just outside St Helens. We will provide a 15min guided tour of the working facility and farming operation before sampling some of the freshest oysters you will ever taste.

5. 5

   Pyengana Dairy

   30 min Intrarea inclusă

   Cheese tasting at the multi award winning Pyengana Dairy is next. We will also see and explain in detail the inner workings of the fully automated robotic dairy out back.

6. 6

   Blue Tier Forest Reserve

   Trecere fără oprire

   A scenic drive through this temperate rainforest area with its giant Myrtle trees and Man Ferns.

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   Legerwood Memorial Tree Carvings

   25 min

   Our regular afternoon coffee break at on of the most unique war memorials in Australia. Carved using nothing but chainsaws these trees tell stories of the local men who gave their lives in The Great War.

Lunch in the east-coast township of St Helens.

Overnight at the Best Western PLUS only walking distance from Launceston main restaurant strip.

Ziua 5 · Launceston - Cradle Mountain

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   Cataract Gorge Reserve

   45 min

   Start the day with a stroll through the jewel in Launceston City - Cataract Gorge. We will very likely see wallabies, Pademelons & Peacocks on our scenic circuit walk. For those that prefer a chairlift ride across the gorge is possible for $15.

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   Alexandra Suspension Bridge

   10 min

   Walk across this very old and charming suspension bridge spanning the South Esk River.

3. 3

   Penny Royal Adventures

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   See the lovely stonework of the Penny Royal complex and its beautifully restored windmill out the back.

4. 4

   The Town Clock

   10 min

   One of Launceston's most iconic buildings. take a look inside to see great stone work, locally made red bricks, timber carvings and stain glass windows.

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   City Park

   25 min

   Stroll through the lovely City Park. Here we can see the ever entertaining enclosure of Japanese Macaque Monkeys and some colourful flower displays in the John Hart Conservatory.

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   Oprirea 6

   50 min

   Today we lunch at the secluded 41 Degree South Salmon farm. Lunch includes alcoholic beverages and some Free samples of the hot smoked salmon, rillettes, ginseng spice mix and leatherwood honey.

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   Melita Honey Farm

   20 min

   Free samples of over 40 different honey flavours! Great home made products are also available including ice-cream, mead, nougat, lollies and a range of beauty products. A great place to shop for some take home gifts.

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   Mole Creek Caves

   1 h 25 min Intrarea inclusă

   Also known as Marakoopa Caves. We take a fully guided 1 hour tour through a cave boasting beautiful displays of stalactites, stalagmites, straws, flow stones and many other crystal formations. Suitable for people of all physical abilities this cave also houses Tasmania'a only population of resident Glow Worms! We will warm up post tour with our afternoon coffee and snacks break.

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   Cradle Mountain

   30 min Intrarea inclusă

   This evening will will go wild Wombat Spotting! Get up close and personal with these cuddly looking animals as they forage for their nightly dinner on minutes from our lodgings.

Delicious lunch of hot smoked salmon at 41 Degrees South Salmon Farm. Vegetarian & other options available.

Overnight at the luxurious, 4-star rated Cradle Mountain Hotel.

Ziua 6 · Cradle Mountain - Queenstown

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   Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park

   3 ore

   Spend the morning exploring the UNESCO World Heritage park at Cradle Mountain. We will visit Dove Lake with stunning views of Cradle Mountain summit. Wadheim Chalet where the first settlers here lived, stroll along the Enchanted Walk with its ancient Myrtle trees and colourful mosses and the Pencil Pine waterfall - an easy circuit walk with many fantastic photo opportunities. This is one of the most charming parks in all Tasmania.

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   Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery

   25 min Intrarea inclusă

   Stop in to see some amazing art displays that are regularly changed throughout the year. See some of the most iconic images in Australian history in the permanent display by the Father of Australian landscape photography - Peter Dombrovski.

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   Zeehan Rock Shop

   20 min

   Handle some of the most well known and striking minerals mined for in Tasmania. Colourful peacock ore, Galena, Stichtite and our state mineral emblem Crocoite.

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   Zeehan

   25 min

   Learn about the mining heritage in Tasmania as we drive through the once bustling Zeehan.

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   Morrisons Huon Pine Sawmill

   20 min

   Handle, feel and smell Huon Pine - a tree that can live up to 5000 years. Myrtle, Sassafras, Blackwood and many other timbers are also on site. Learn of the timber trade in Tasmania and how the Huon pine trees are now struggling to recover from extensive logging operations of the early 1900's.

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   Wilderness Woodworks Strahan

   10 min

   See the crown jewel of Tasmanian timber - Huon Pine - in some of the finest finished products available. The store smells amazing with the everlasting aroma of Huon Pine.

Gourmet, buffet breakfast in our 4-star lodgings at Cradle Mountain Hotel. · Delicious lunch in the 4-star Cradle Mountain Hotel. · A 2-course dinner hosted by your guide is included in tonights hotel package in Queenstown.

Overnight in the infamous mining township of Queenstown on Tasmania's very west coast.

Ziua 7 · Queenstown - Hobart

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   Oprirea 1

   20 min

   Wave off the beautifully restored steam engine from the Queenstown station. We can get close enough to touch the engine and chat with the drivers. The small museum ABT museum shows some great photos and stories of the railway in its prime during the late 1800's.

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   Iron Blow Lookout

   15 min

   Take in panoramic views of the Mt Lyell open cut mine, Mt Owen, Lake Burbury and west coast wilderness from the cantilever lookout platform at Iron Blow. An amazing photo location.

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   Nelson Falls

   35 min Intrarea inclusă

   Undoubtedly one of the prettiest waterfalls in Tasmania. A short rainforest walk will reveal this delightful waterfall surrounded by prehistoric looking, moss covered Leatherwood trees. This is a soothing experience.

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   Frenchmans Cap

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   See this very distinctive and striking mountain from our lookout point in the World Heritage Park.

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   Lake St. Clair

   30 min Intrarea inclusă

   Visit Tasmania's largest, natural freshwater lake at Lake St Clair. At 17km long this steep side lake is an icon and looks absolutely stunning from the boat ramp jutting out into the crystal clear waters.

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   King William Saddle

   5 min Intrarea inclusă

   A brief photo stop for one final view over the west coast World Heritage area with its stunning mountain scenery.

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   The Wall in the Wilderness

   o oră Intrarea inclusă

   A true cultural gem in Tasmania. 'The Wall' art gallery is surly one of the most original & unique displays in Australia. Carved entirely out of Huon Pine this 100m long display tells stories of the early pioneers and the hardships they faced on the island.

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   Tarraleah Power Station Lookout

   15 min

   Get a birds eye view of the Tasmanian Hydro infrastructure from the Tarraleah lookout. Learn how this huge engineering feat works and why the project took 25 years to complete. This hydro scheme now provides 90% of Tasmania's power and is clean, renewable energy.

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   Russell Falls

   45 min Intrarea inclusă

   Our most photographed Waterfall, the majestic Russell Falls. Enjoy the easy 15min walk to view the 2 tiered falls from a spacious viewing platform. Our guided walk will help us spot some of the biggest Tree Ferns and Tasmanian Oak trees anywhere on the island. A lovely way to conclude our weeks activities. We then continue our way into Hobart city where your tour package will conclude with complimentary drop-off at your nominated city hotel at approximately 6pm.

Lunch at the very comfortable Lodge at the southern end of Lake St Clair.

Enjoy the final night included in your package back at the very stylish 4-star Movenpick Hotel in Hobart city.

Ziua 8 · Departure

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   Hobart

   3 ore

   This morning is the final portion of your tour package and is unguided so you can enjoy some free time. Hotel checkout is by 11am so guests can choose to either have a sleep-in & restful morning, or explore the inner city area and Sunday Farm Gate market.

   Thank you for joining us in Tasmania. We are sure you will have experienced a memorable trip. Additional nights accommodation can be arranged on request.