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Notes: *
Not all meals are included.
Evening
meals are BBQ-style dinners
(not restaurant meals) eaten
together as a group. * Passengers
can connect with the evening
departure of the ferry in Devonport. *
Itinerary may vary according
to seasonal conditions.
Day
1 - Devonport to Bicheno
Leaving Devonport we travel in the shadows of the Great Western Tiers to Launceston to explore Cataract Gorge and then head south through the picturesque scenery to the historic township of Ross. During the afternoon enjoy a hike in the Fingal Valley and explore secluded beaches witht the chance to swim in crystal clear waters (weather permitting). This evening take an optional tour to see little penquins nesting (own expense). Overnight in the seaside town of Bicheno. (LD)
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Day
2 - Freycinet to Port Arthur
We spend most of the
day experiencing the stunning
Freycinet National Park. Tackle
the challenging climb up Mount
Amos for fantastic views over
world-renowned Wineglass Bay
or hike to Wineglass beach via
the lookout for a refreshing
swim at one of the world's best
beaches. We continue south to
Port Arthur enjoying a great
ice -cream stop and rain forest
walk on the way. Tonight, you
can experience the famous Port
Arthur Ghost Tour (optional
extra) and maybe meet some past
convicts! O/night Port Arthur
(BLD)
Day
3 - 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)
Day
4 - Hobart & surrounds Spend
a day at leisure enjoying the
sights of Hobart. Some recommended
activities are 1 1/2 hour Derwent
River Cruise on the historical
square rigger 'Lady Nelson',
a tour of the Cascade Brewery
or the Cadbury Chocolate Factory
(only week days), half day bike
hire, a visit to 'Antarctic
Adventure' or a trip up Mt Wellington.
(All activities are subject
to availability and at own expense).
O/night in Hobart (No meals)

Day
5 - 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
6 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
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. (BLD)

Day
7 - 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
finishing in Devonport. (BL)

Tour
Code: NTW7
Tour
Price:
Valid 1st
April 2007 - 31st March
2008
Adult:
Hostel:
Dorm - $810 +
Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Hostel:
Twin/Dbl - $920 +
Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge:
Twin/Dbl - $1180
+ Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge:
Single - $1520 +
Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Child:
Hostel:
Dorm - $650 +
Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Hostel:
Twin/Dbl - $735 +
Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
Motel/Lodge:
Twin/Dbl - $945 + Park Entry Fee + $10 fuel levy
All
prices are in Australian
Dollars
Tour
Departs:
| April,
October & November |
Devonport
Launceston |
7.30am
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun,
Mon.
9.15am Wed, Thu,
Fri, Sun, Mon. |
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May
- September |
Devonport
Launceston |
7.30am
Wed, Sun 9.15am
Wed, Sun |
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December
- March |
Devonport
Launceston |
7.30am
Daily 9.15am
Daily
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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, 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: Cataract Gorge, Bicheno, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur, Mt
Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Tullah, Strahan, Montezuma Falls, Cradle
Mountain
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