AAT Kings 6 Day East Coast Escape

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Tour Code: TLSH

East Coast Escape AAT Kings premium Tasmanian East Coast Escape, enjoy spectacular sightseeing, Launceston, Kunnara Kunna, Port Arthur, Hobart & a Cadbury chocolate factory tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Launceston
Transfer from Launceston Airport to your hotel for check-in, then an afternoon tour of Tamar Valley and Rosevears Vineyard for a wine tasting. We'll see the Swiss style Village of Grindelwald before returning to the hotel for a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and fellow passengers.
Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston. D

Day 2: Launceston
Explore Cataract Gorge ? wilderness in the city. Just two minutes out of Launceston and you?re surrounded by rivers, a gorge and exotic flora and fauna. Walk across the suspension bridge, spot peacocks or take the chairlift for an aerial view of this fascinating urban wilderness. Later
discover the picturesque Tamar Valley dotted with orchards, forests and pastures and visit the Swiss village of Grindelwald. You are invited to Josef Chromy Wines. Relax in the estate?s original 1880?s homestead, surrounded by a wide expanse of established landscaped gardens. On arrival the open log fire welcomes you and the views from the surrounding vineyards and lakes provide an idyllic location to enjoy tasting some of the estate-grown wines followed by Tasmania?s fresh local produce for lunch. The rest of the afternoon and evening is at leisure. B L

Day 3: St. Helens
A guided tour of Bridestowe Lavender Farm (December to March) gets things rolling today. En route to St. Helens we?ll see the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees in honour of fallen WWI soldiers, the old tin mining town of Derby and drive through the lush myrtle rainforest
at Weldborough Pass. Hotel: Tidal Waters Resort, St. Helens. B D

Day 4: Freycinet National Park
Prepare yourself for the breathtaking beauty of Freycinet National Park where a guided walk with a National Park Ranger will unveil astonishing views. Cape Tourville Lookout will astound. Onward to the historic sandstone village of Richmond, site of Australia?s oldest operational road bridge. Later we cross the 100 year old Denison Canal and make our way along the impressive cliff-lined coast. En route to Port Arthur we cross Eaglehawk Neck ? once the guarded check-point between the mainland and convicts ? on to the Tasman Peninsula to feast our eyes on
the amazing vistas of Tasman?s Arch, Devil?s Kitchen and the Blowhole. Test your nerve on the optional lantern-lit Ghost Tour of Port Arthur.
Hotel: Fox and Hounds Inn, Port Arthur. B D

Day 5: Hobart
We begin with a fascinating guided walk of Port Arthur?s infamous convict prison and Historic Site, then a cruise around the Isle of the Dead. View the rugged sea cliffs from Pirates Bay Lookout. We set a course for Hobart travelling along the Sorell Causeway to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, the best place to see Tasmanian Devils up close and personal, as well as other native animals. This evening join your Tour Director and newfound friends for a farewell dinner. Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart. B D

Day 6: Depart Hobart
You will be transferred to Hobart Airport for your onward flight. B

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