Day 1 - Hobart to Tullah
Departing Hobart we travel to Mount Field National Park where we hike to Russell Falls and join the 'Tall Trees' Walk where you will see the world's tallest flowering plant - the Swamp Gum. We continue on to picturesque Lake St Clair (the deepest lake in Australia) for lunch then head to the historic mining town of Tullah via Queenstown, doing various walks along the way. We stay overnight at the cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet, surrounded by lakes and mountains. (LD)

Day 2 - Tullah & Strahan
We hike to Montezuma Falls, Tasmania's highest waterfall, through stunning rainforest. We visit the awesome Henty Sand Dunes where you can explore on foot, take a quad bike tour (optional extra) or go sand boarding (FREE - weather permitting). Later we call in at the picturesque coastal village of Strahan before returning to Tullah where you can catch your breath or go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or enjoy a horse ride through the surrounding hills (optional extra.) 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 bush walk (unguided) exploring this spectacular area. We call in at Sheffield, the famous 'Town of Murals', before continuing on to Devonport and our overnight accommodation. (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 Port 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 - Port Arthur to Hobart
The morning is spent exploring the Port Arthur Historic Site, which served as a penal colony from 1830 to 1877. Enjoy an introductory guided tour of the site as well as a boat cruise around the harbour, viewing the 'Isle of the Dead' where more than 1100 convicts and soldiers are buried. After lunch we visit Remarkable Cave and a variety of sites on the Tasman Peninsula before heading to Hobart in the early evening. (BL)

Notes:

* All tours are accommodated and we offer hostel (dorm or twin/double room) or en-suite motel/lodge style (2.5 to 3-star standard). Please note that we cannot guarantee twin/double rooms in some regions due to limited availability. Most hostels provide linen free of charge but there may be an additional fee at some places or you can choose to travel with your own sleeping bag.
* Not all meals are included on this tour.
* Evening meals are BBQ-style dinners (not restaurant meals) eaten together as a group.
* Passengers can be dropped off at Hobart Airport.
* Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions.

Tour Code: NTW6

Tour Price:
Valid 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008

Adult:
Hostel: Dorm - $795 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $880 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $1105 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge: Single - $1395 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy

Child:
Hostel: Dorm - $635 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $705 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $885 + plus Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy

All prices are in Australian Dollars

Tour Departs: Hobart 7.00am
December to March: - Daily  
April, October, November: - Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun. 
May to September - Thu & Sun.

Max People: 21

What to Bring: Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat, sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm & waterproof clothing (even in summer), water bottle, insect repellent, camera & film, motion sickness tablets.

What's Included: Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, some National Park entry fees, canoe & bike hire at Tullah, sand boarding, entry to Wildlife Park, entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including the Harbour cruise)  

Places of Interest: Mt Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Tullah, Strahan, Montezuma Falls, Cradle Mountain, Cataract Gorge, Bicheno, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur