6 Day Super Tasmanian Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 - Hobart – Port Arthur

You will be picked up from your Hobart Hotel between 7.30-7.45am. Please advise at time of booking where you will be staying.

Start your trip with a visit to Richmond, then to the photogenic Tasman Peninsula for views over the Southern Ocean. Explore one of Tassie's tourist hotspots, the Port Arthur Historic Site. Learn about the life of a convict in a place once considered "Hell On Earth". Take the opportunity to view the site from aboard a cruise boat on the harbour. This afternoon we will visit the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park to see and learn about the unique Tassie Devils.

Overnight: Hobart

Day 2 - Hobart to Bicheno

After a brief stop in the historic town of Ross, we make our way to Freycinet National Park where we will spend the rest of the day exploring. For those seeking a challenge, try the climb to the summit of Mt Amos or join a guided walk to Wineglass Bay, voted one of the world's top 10 beaches There are other free walking choices and a visit to Cape Tourville . This afternoon you have the opportunity to try some optional sea kayaking from Coles Bay. At dusk there is also the option of a guided tour to take a closer look at the life of the Little Penguins as they return nightly to their rookeries to feed their young (seasonal).

Overnight: Bicheno
Meals:  Breakfast

Day 3 - Bicheno (Bay of Fires) to Launceston

Soak up the coastal scenery along one of Australia's greatest journey's from Bicheno to St Helens. Stretch your legs and revitalise your senses with a peaceful beachwalk at the Bay of Fires. Visit the rainforests and waterfall at St Columba Falls, before heading into the pretty colourful city of Launceston.

Overnight: Launceston
Meals:  Breakfast

Day 4 - Launceston to Cradle Mountain

Go west and spend the day at Cradle Mountain exploring some of the numerous walks within the world heritage listed national park. Take a stroll around Dove Lake, or head off to test your lungs with a hike to Marion's Lookout or on one of the many other great walks.

Overnight: Cradle Mountain
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Cradle Mountain to Strahan

Head from the mountains to a waterfall walk along the old train line to Montezuma Falls on your way to the coast. Climb Henty Sand Dunes and stroll along the endless stretch of Ocean Beach with nothing but the wild "Roaring Forties" between you and South America.

Overnight: Strahan
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Strahan to Hobart

Head south and inland today with a short walk to Nelson Falls, and take a drink from the famous Franklin River, where you'll learn about the beginning of the Greens Party. Drop in at Lake St Clair then finish the day at Mt Field NP and photogenic Russell Falls. Hug a tall tree goodbye then relax on your way back to Hobart through the picturesque Derwent Valley.

Meals:  Breakfast

Further Information

What's Included

This is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.

• All National Park Entry Fees
• Sightseeing walk in Hobart
• Walks in the Bay of Fires
• Walks in Cradle Mountain
• Walks in Wine Glass Bay
• Visit to Port Arthur Historic Site

Optional Activities

We list the following optional activities for your information. This is not an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only.
.If you choose to  do any of these optional excursions, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation in these optional excursions is  your own decision and not part of the tour

Gordon River Cruise, Strahan                         A$88
West Coast Wilderness Railway, Strahan         A$114
Sea kayaking, Coles Bay                              A$90

Important Notes

1. Please note that some of our planned activities are contingent on seasonal conditions. We will arrange alternative activities if this is the case.

2. Please note that some of our planned activities are contingent on seasonal conditions. Cooler months (April to October) day or night time temperatures can reach below zero. Please ensure you pack your bags appropriately. Warm jacket, thermals, woolen hat is advisable year round. A hat and sunscreen is essential from October to April due to high UV radiation. A water bottle (1.5l) is also advisable.

3. There are often no alternatives for those who do not want to do walks apart from waiting at the trail head until the group returns - this may require a wait of up to 3 hours.

4. Passengers with special meal requirements must ensure they or their travel agent is  inform of this at the time of booking. Vegetarians and those with any special meal requirements will need to provide additional assistance to the leader for meal preparation.

5. Please note this trip finishes on arrival into Hobart around 18.00 on day 6. Please take this into consideration when booking any flights out of Hobart.

6. Multi share cabins are divided up by sex; therefore please be aware that couples will not be sharing the same room as standard on this tour.
Note: the price advertised is based on hostel accommodation, multi shared with shared facilities. Prices are available for those that wish to upgrade to a twin/double or single occupancy room in a hostel, however they are subject to availability.

Public Holidays 2010

• 1 Jan New Year's Day
• 26 Jan Australia Day
• 8 Mar Eight Hours Day
• 2-6 Apr Easter
• 25 Apr ANZAC Day
• 7 Jun Queen's Birthday
• 25 Dec Christmas Day
• 26 Dec Boxing Day