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WHY YOU ' LL LOVE THIS TRIP :

• Tasting local salmon on the Gordon River is a foodie dream

• Stay in the heart of the Tasmanian wilderness

• View an iconic 2000-year-old Huon pine

• Explore the cities , regional areas and three National Parks

1 Welcome to Hobart

Your Tasmanian vacation begins with an afternoon tour of Hobart . You ’ ll see historic Battery Point , Salamanca Place , the Botanic Gardens , Constitution Dock , the destination of yachts participating in the Sydney to Hobart race each year , and Mt . Nelson , which affords panoramic views over Australia ’ s southernmost city . Enjoy the company of your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening at a Welcome Reception and dinner . Hotel : Wrest Point . D

2 Hobart – Strahan

This morning , you ’ ll head west to New Norfolk and magnificent Mt . Field National Park . Here , you ' ll take a walk through lush rainforest to the many-tiered cascade of picturesque Russell Falls . Then enjoy the scenic drive to iconic Lake St . Clair , the deepest freshwater lake in Australia , and continue through the rainforest to the coastal town of Strahan . Nestled on the shores of massive Macquarie Harbour , Strahan is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park . Hotel : Strahan Village . B D

3 Strahan – Cradle Mountain

Today ' s highlight experience is a lunch cruise on the Gordon River . You ’ ll be awestruck by the beauty of the dark waters . Stained amber by buttongrass tannins , they reflect the untouched wilderness that surrounds them . Stop at Sarah Island for an insight into a relic of Tasmania ’ s lesser-known convict history , the Macquarie Harbour Penal Settlement . See Hells Gates , the treacherous entrance to the harbor , and Heritage Landing , site of a 2,000- year-old Huon pine . Travel through the mining towns of Rosebery and Tullah on your way to your hotel . After dinner tonight , you may choose to do an optional experience animal night spotting tour or perhaps take advantage of a rare opportunity to see Tasmanian Devils feeding after dark . Hotel : Cradle Mountain . B L D

4 Cradle Mountain – Smithton

This morning , marvel at the inspiring beauty of Cradle Mountain National Park . Join your Travel Director for a guided walk by Dove Lake , where you may spot Bennetts wallabies , echidnas and pademelons along the way . Travel on through rolling green hills to Table Cape for spectacular views of Bass Strait . Picturesque Stanley is in your sights as you head west . Enjoy views of the sheer-sided Stanley bluff known as ‘ The Nut ’ and take some time to explore . Your destination is Smithton . Hotel : Tall Timbers . B D

5 Smithton – Launceston

Travel through the picturesque coastal townships of Burnie and Penguin , where you ’ ll stop for morning tea and have the opportunity to join AAT Kings in the ' 10 Pieces ' sustainability programme , whereby you find and dispose of 10 pieces of litter , leaving the environment and the communities that you visit in a more pristine condition than how you found them . Continue to Ulverstone before heading inland to Sheffield , home to over 60 murals depicting the area ’ s rich history . You ’ ll learn about dairy production methods and indulge in a cheese tasting at the award-winning Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm on your way to Launceston , Tasmania ’ s ‘ northern capital ’. Hotel : Best Western Plus , 2 nights . B

6 Launceston

This morning , visit the unique natural formation of the Cataract Gorge , home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world , followed by an orientation tour of the city . The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure , exploring all that Launceston has to offer . Consider an optional experience on a Cataract Gorge River Cruise , a Tamar Valley Winery tour , a Beaconsfield Mine tour , or perhaps stay local with a visit to the Art Gallery or the historic Tramway Museum . B

7 Launceston – Bicheno

Bridestowe Lavender Estate , producer of highquality lavender since 1922 , is your first stop . Later , visit the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees site , then follow the picturesque east coast to Bicheno . This evening you might like to take an optional experience to see Bicheno ’ s wild penguins as they emerge from the ocean ( seasonal ). Hotel : Beachfront Bicheno . B D

8 Bicheno – Hobart

Today , experience the grandeur of Freycinet National Park , taking a guided walk to the lookout at Cape Tourville that affords astonishing views across brilliant blue water , verdant forest and golden beaches . On your way to Hobart , you ’ ll travel through Swansea and Orford and make a lunch stop in historic Richmond . The village is famous for its elegant Georgian architecture , with beautiful heritage buildings dating to the 1820s now housing galleries , tea shops , craft boutiques and museums . Hotel : Wrest Point , 2 nights . B

9 Port Arthur

Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site today , taking a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and a fascinating guided walk of the remains of Port Arthur ’ s infamous convict prison . There will be time for you to wander the site at your leisure . On the drive back to Hobart , see the amazing natural rock formations of the craggy Tasman Arch , the Devil ’ s Kitchen and the Blowhole . This evening , mingle with your Travel Director and fellow travelers at a Farewell Dinner in one of Hobart ’ s most iconic restaurants . B FD

10 Farewell from Hobart

Say farewell to your fellow travelers when your vacation comes to an end this morning after breakfast . B

From $ 3180

DEPARTURES

2021 2022

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Gordon River Cruise per person twin share land only

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A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement . Ask your travel agent at time of booking if available .

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SMART WAYS TO SAVE

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Kings Club Young Traveler Discount Triple Share

DINING

9 Full buffet breakfasts B 1 Lunch L

Frequent Traveler 5 % off 5-15 years up to 10 % off 5 % off pp

5 Dinners D 1 Farewell Dinner FD

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12.30pm into Hobart Airport Day 10 – flights to depart anytime from Hobart Airport Flights are not included in the vacation price

Bridestowe Lavender Estate