Discover Tasmania's stunning landscapes, rich history, and unique attractions on this memorable tour! Enjoy the sights in Hobart, then venture to the wild West Coast with highlights like Lake St Clair, a Gordon River Cruise, and a live performance in Strahan. Marvel at Cradle Mountain and explore Stanley's iconic "Nut." Sample local flavours along the scenic North West coast, cruise Launceston’s Tamar River, and visit a lavender estate and spectacular waterfalls en route to the Bay of Fires. Take the Great Eastern Drive, with visits to Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur Historic Site, and Hobart's renowned Mona Museum. Perfect for those seeking nature, culture, and culinary delights in Tasmania.
Home pick up and return within the Auckland Metropolitan area (if applicable).
Services of Travelwise Holidays Tour Leader throughout.
Economy class air fares Auckland/Hobart flying Air New Zealand including all airfare taxes and airline fuel surcharges.
12 day scenic coach tour of Tasmania with quality Hotel accommodation, 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 9 dinners, plus all sightseeing excursions and admission costs. Itinerary includes overnight stops at Hobart (5), Strahan (2), Smithton (2), Launceston (2), St Helens (1).
Iconic Lake St Clair and world-famous Cradle Mountain National Park, Derwent Bridge and Strahan, Gordon River Cruise and lunch, ‘The Ship That Never Was’ play, Edge of the World Lookout and Tarkine Experience, Cataract Gorge cruise, Winery lunch and tasting, Raspberry Farm cafe, Ashgrove Cheese & Dairy Farm, St Columba Falls, Bicheno, Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay, Cape Tourville Lighthouse, Great Eastern, Salamanca Markets, Tasman Peninsula, for an included lunch at Iron Creek Bay Farm, Port Arthur Historic Site - the Unesco World Heritage convict settlement. See the Devil's Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Tessellate Pavement and the Remarkable Caves, Museum of Old and New Art (Mona).
Airport transfers in Hobart.
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THU 13 NOV - AUCKLAND/HOBART
Fly on Air NZ 195 to Hobart departing at 9.00 am. Arrive in Hobart at 10.50 am. Your coach awaits you for a city and surrounds tour with spectacular views from Kunanyi/Mt Wellington (4,170ft). Welcome dinner tonight. Crowne Plaza Hotel. Stay 1 night. Included: D
FRI 14 NOV - HOBART/STRAHAN
Travel to the rugged beauty of the West Coast. Stop at iconic Lake St Clair, the deepest lake in Australia - situated adjacent to the world-famous Cradle Mountain. At Derwent Bridge visit the Wall in the Wilderness sculpture. Lunch own expense. Continue on to Strahan, a tiny former port town with beautiful beaches - surrounded by rainforest. Village Hotel. Stay Strahan 2 nights. Included: B, D
SAT 15 NOV - STRAHAN
Enjoy the famous Gordon River Cruise, a tour highlight. Witness the magical reflections of the river. Meander through the rainforest whilst enjoying a buffet lunch of fresh Tasmanian produce. Visit Sarah Island one of the most notorious penal settlements of the colonial period. This afternoon enjoy time to explore Strahan before joining in the fun and frivolity of Tasmania’s longest-running play, ‘The Ship That Never Was’- the hilarious and dramatic true story of the last great escape from Sarah Island. Included: B, L, D
SUN 16 NOV - STRAHAN/CRADLE MOUNTAIN/SMITHTON
Explore the incredible Cradle Mountain National Park and gorgeous Dove Lake. Optional shuttle bus (own expense) to the lake boardwalk. Onward to Smithton. Tall Timbers Tasmania Hotel. Stay 2 nights. Included: B, D
MON 17 NOV - SMITHTON (TARKINE & STANLEY)
A half-day Tarkine experience with a local Tall Timbers Guide - including the scenic ‘Edge of the World’ lookout. Later visit the perfectly preserved coastal Georgian village of Stanley. Explore its colonial buildings, cafes and cottages sheltering under “The Nut“. Walk or take the lift (own expense) up "The Nut" - for breathtaking views of the Bass Strait from this 143m high volcanic rock. Included: B, D
TUE 18 NOV - SMITHTON/LAUNCESTON
Drive the stunning Nth West coastline to Launceston. Tempt your tastebuds at Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm cafe, Ashgrove Cheese & Dairy Farm and House of Anvers Chocolates. Arrive in Launceston mid-afternoon, Tasmania's Northern Capital and vibrant food and wine hub. Dinner is included tonight. Peppers Silos Hotel Launceston on the Tamar River. Stay 2 nights. Included: B, D
WED 19 NOV - LAUNCESTON
This morning we cruise the Tamar river and enter the Cataract Gorge to view the old and new of Launceston's seaport precinct. Then onward to Josef Chromy Wines for a wine tasting and superb two course lunch. Return to Launceston mid afternoon and then the opportunity to visit the wilderness of Cataract Gorge Reserve - admire the Cliff Grounds and beautiful walking tracks and suspension bridge - with the chance to ride the chairlift (own expense) over the Basin and manicured lawns. A free evening in Launceston tonight. Included: B, L
THU 20 NOV - LAUNCESTON/ST HELENS
Enjoy morning tea and a 30 minute guided tour of Bridestone Lavender Estate. The gardens and spring-fed dam are a spectacular sight. Travel through the farming towns of Scottsdale, Pyengana and Derby, stopping at St Columba Falls. It's one of Tasmania's highest waterfalls. Onward to picturesque St Helens, famous for the Bay of Fires. Panorama Hotel. Stay 1 night. Included: B, D
FRI 21 NOV - ST HELENS/HOBART
Today we experience the Great Eastern Drive with a stop at the pretty seaside town of Bicheno and down to the fabulous Freycinet National Park, where a highlight is Coles Bay. Take the walk to the Cape Tourville Lighthouse with the amazing views of the turquoise ocean and Freycinet Hazards. Continue on the Great Eastern Drive journey back to Hobart. Crowne Plaza Hotel. Stay 4 nights. Included: B
SAT 22 NOV - HOBART, SALAMANCA MARKETS
Visit one of Australia's most loved markets, the Salamanca Markets. Music, crafts, location and the people all go to making this a memorable experience. Freedom dining tonight in Hobart. Included: B
SUN 23 NOV - HOBART, PORT ARTHUR HISTORIC SITE
Drive to the Tasman Peninsula, for an included lunch at Iron Creek Bay Farm, with sea and Mt Wellington views. Afterwards, we travel to the South East tip of Tasmania to visit the famous Port Arthur Historic Site - the Unesco World Heritage convict settlement. Enjoy a guided introductory walking tour and harbour cruise of the site. Returning to Hobart view the stunning sights of Devil's Kitchen, The Tasman Arch, Tessellate Pavement and the Remarkable Caves. Afternoon at leisure. Enjoy an included dinner tonight in Hobart. Included: B, L, D
MON 24 NOV - HOBART, MONA MUSEUM
Explore the Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) which houses David Walsh’s collection of ancient, modern, and contemporary art. Mona is Australia’s largest private museum. It’s best to bring a sense of humour to Mona. Curiosity is useful, too. And a sense of wonder. Farewell Dinner tonight. Included: B, D
TUE 25 NOV - HOBART/AUCKLAND
Bid farewell to Hobart. We transfer to Hobart Airport for your Air NZ flight NZ198 departing at 12.20 pm to Auckland. On arrival in Auckland at 5.50pm you will be transferred to your home address. Included: B
