15 meals-7 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), and 6 dinners (D)Domestic and International airfare not included.
Day 1: Arrive Launceston, Tamar Valley Wine Route, St Helens
Be met on arrival in Launceston. Take the Tamar Valley wine route and pay a visit to two of the leading producers of cool climate wines, Pipers Brook and Jansz Wineries. Later, stop en route to St Helens and take a short walk at Myrtle Rainforest before arriving at your hotel and enjoying a Welcome Dinner. Overnight: St Helens, Tidal Waters Resort (D)
Day 2: Bay of Fires-Freycinet Walks
Visit Binalong Bay Lookout with great views of the famous Bay of Fires. Choose from a number of walks in Freycinet National Park, such as a guided walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout, or walk to the beach, voted one of the world's top 10 beaches. Or upgrade to an Adventure Option: Enjoy a twilight sea kayak paddle around the secluded coves of Freycinet or a 4WD adventure to Bluestone Bay. Overnight: Coles Bay, Freycinet Lodge (B,D)
Day 3: Richmond-Hobart and Freedom of Choice Touring, Dine Around Dinner
Discover Australia's history in the heritage towns of Richmond and Ross, where many convict-built buildings and bridges still stand. Enjoy our Freedom of Choice Touring in Hobart. See historical Hobart on a guided walk that includes Franklin Square, the Tasman Monument and Salamanca Square, indulge in a high tea, or get a chocolate fix on the Cadbury's Chocolate Factory tour. Tonight, choose from three unique dining experiences in the Wrest Point Casino Hotel. Overnight: Hobart, Wrest Point Casino Hotel for 2 nights (B,D)
Day 4: Freedom of Choice Touring
After a Port Arthur tour, you can choose your gourmet indulgence: taste berries at the Sorrell Fruit Farm or shuck oysters at the Barilla Bay Oyster Farm. Or, upgrade to an Adventure Option: Take a cruise to see stunning Fluted Cape, remote coastlines, deep sea caves and colonies of Australian fur seals. (B)
Day 5: Russell Falls, Lake St Clair, Strahan
5 Day passengers depart after breakfast.
4 Day passengers join tour.
Walk through rainforest to the Russell Falls waterfall. Visit "Something Wild" for an interactive experience with Tasmania's wildlife - you might even spot a platypus in the wild. View the beautiful glacier-carved Lake St Clair, part of the World Heritage Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Experience Strahan on Tasmania's wild West Coast. This evening, taste the sensational buffet dinner and perhaps see "The Ship That Never Was" performance (own expense). Overnight: Strahan, StrahanVillage (B,D)
Day 6: Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain
Experience gliding over the deep dark waters of the Gordon River past untouched wilderness. Take a rainforest walk at Heritage Landing to see ancient Huon pines. Explore the infamous penal settlement ruins at Sarah Island Historic Site in the remote regions of Macquarie Harbor for a chilling insight into the harsh conditions of convict life. Overnight: Cradle Mountain, Cradle Mountain Lodge for 2 nights (B,L,D)
Day 7: Cradle Mountain Touring
Travel to Dove Lake and enjoy a walk around it at your leisure. You have the whole day to be as relaxed or active as you like. You may opt to go wine and cheese tasting, see native animals on a Night Spotlight Tour (limited availability), learn about the local wildlife on a guided Alpine Flora & Fauna Walk, indulge in a treatment at the Waldheim Alpine Spa, or try your hand at fly fishing (seasonal, minimum numbers apply). Tonight, dine in the fine surrounds of the Lodge, sampling delicious Tasmanian produce. (B,D)
Day 8: Sheffield, Winery Lunch, Cataract Gorge
Explore the town of Sheffield, known for its murals. Visit historic Westbury with its English country character. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Stillwater in Launceston, a finalist in Australian Restaurant of the year 2007. Walk off your lunch at Cataract Gorge, on the South Esk River just outside of Launceston. From there head to the airport where your tour concludes. (B,L)
Departure Dates
4 Days Hobart to Launceston
2008: Apr 9, 16, 23; Nov 5, 19; Dec 3, 17, 31
2009: Jan 14, 21, 28; Feb 11, 18, 25; Mar 4, 11, 18, 25;
8/5 Days Launceston to Launceston
2008:Apr 5, 12, 19; Nov 1, 15, 29; Dec 13, 27
2009:Jan 10, 17, 24; Feb 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar 7, 14, 21;
