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Overview
Hobart (TAS) to Launceston (TAS)
Tasmania may be Australia’s smallest state, but it packs a big punch when it comes to natural attractions. Visit 3 national parks including Mt Field, Franklin-Gordon Rivers, & Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair. Meet penguins and Tassie Devils, breathe in the world’s cleanest air, explore mirror-like lakes and dramatic mountains, and savour the fresh seafood, cheeses and fine wine for which this little island is renowned.
Journey:
Departs Hobart & Returns to Launceston
Difficulty:
Medium
Group Size:
40
Tour Code:
KFHHL
Itinerary
- Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12.30 pm into Hobart Airport
- Day 6 – flights to depart after 2.00 pm from Launceston Airport
- Flights are not included in the holiday price
- Return airport to hotel transfers are not included in the holiday price
- Water bottle Warm layers in cooler months Camera Comfortable walking shoes Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
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1 Day 1: Welcome to Hobart
At the mouth of the River Derwent, Australia’s southernmost city embraces its history, but has one eye firmly planted on the future. Put your destination into perspective from the summit of Mt. Nelson, offering a dreamy outlook over the Tassie capital on a tour of the city. You only need to visit Salamanca Place, the backdrop of epic Saturday markets, to see how forward-thinking purveyors and curators have transformed heritage spaces into restaurants, cafes and galleries. Gaze over boats at Constitution Dock – this is where yachts finish when competing in the annual Sydney to Hobart race, and take a stroll in the second oldest Botanical Gardens in Australia with its amazing collection of plants from around the world. Tonight, join your Travel Director for dinner.
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2 Day 2: Hobart - Strahan
Not many people live in the West of Tasmania – even less visit. This is not for want of appeal. Mount Field National Park dials up the drama from the moment you arrive, delivering World Heritage listed wilderness in the form of soaring eucalypts (some of the tallest on Earth) and thundering waterfalls. Russell Falls will take your breath away in more ways than one. And just when you think nature couldn’t get any more humbling, you arrive at Lake St. Clair, the deepest freshwater lake in Australia. It’s one of numerous waterways breaking your path to Strahan, gateway to World Heritage listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
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3 Day 3: Strahan - Cradle Mountain
The inky waters of the Gordon River – given its colour by amber buttongrass tannins – are as eery as they are beautiful, the mirror-like surface only broken by your chariot out to Sarah Island. It’s hard to reconcile the beauty of this part of the state with its grim history as a penal colony; a place where convicts would fell Huon pines for boat building. Thankfully, they didn’t get to the 2,000-year-old pine that still stands proud at Heritage Landing. Early settlers didn’t mince their words when they called the treacherous entrance to the river’s harbour Hells Gates. You’ll understand why when you drift past. Cradle Mountain awaits to the north. We’re sure you’ll be content by the fire perhaps with a glass of wine.
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4 Day 4: Cradle Mountain - Burnie
Today your journey reaches new heights – quite literally with a visit to the 1,545-metre Cradle Mountain, your backdrop as you explore Dove Lake on your Cradle Mountain tour, the wild alpine moorlands here a natural magnet for lovers of the wilderness. The spectacular and pristine wilderness of Cradle Mountain is home to the mysterious and secretive Tasmanian Devil. You’ll love the next adventure today with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. A Day Keeper tour at Devils @ Cradle will lead you through the sanctuary and provide you with a thorough insight into its operation. When joining this tour you will be directly supporting these animals and threatened species conservation. Leave the Central Highlands this afternoon, and head towards the scenic north-west coast for your overnight stay.
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5 Day 5: Burnie - Launceston
Table Cape is by far Wynyard’s most remarkable natural wonder, at 180 metres high, ‘The Cape’ – as locals refer to it – offers spectacular views of Tasmania’s coastline. As you drive to the top of the remains of a 12-million-year-old volcano you’ll reach Table Cape lookout where, on a clear day, you can see mountain ranges over 175 kilometres away. If there’s a town with a cuter name than Penguin, we’re yet to find it. Locals embrace its appeal – there are penguin sculptures at every turn, including one measuring over 3 metres tall. Your journey along the northwest coast also passes through Ulverstone and Sheffield, The Town of Murals, boasting over 100 large paintings depicting the area’s rich history and local characters. All this exploring builds an appetite. Refuel at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm, where happy cows contribute to award-winning cheeses – everything from cheddar and red Leicester to creamy Tasmanian blue. For lovers of sweeter delights, why not treat yourself to a delicious locally made ice cream.
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6 Day 6: Farewell from Launceston
Leave the city behind and within minutes find yourself immersed in nature. Launceston is one of the few places where this is possible. In an instant, arrive at Cataract Gorge, a dramatic chasm carved by ancient rivers, where rugged bushland meets elegant Victorian gardens filled with ferns and exotic plantings. Perhaps take one of our Optional Experiences*. For a different perspective, take the scenic chairlift across the basin to a lofty lookout. Or perhaps you may choose to explore the Tamar Valley, known for its vineyards and rural landscapes. Or enjoy a relaxed afternoon discovering Launceston’s historic streets, cafes and waterfront at your own pace.
Please note:Â This itinerary may be subject to change.
Fitness Requirements: Russell Falls and Cataract Gorge – Low to medium level of fitness required
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Tour Inclusions
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Highlights
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
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Inclusions
- Visit Mount Field National Park including Russell Falls and Lake St Clair Breathe in the freshest air in the world while on your pristine Gordon River Cruise in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site Wake up at Cradle Mountain and get ready to explore beautiful Dove Lake and surrounds Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience when you visit Devils@Cradle Take in the views at Table Cape Lookout Experience Launceston’s Cataract Gorge Savour local produce during a cheese tasting at a family-owned paddock to plate dairy
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there concession discounts?Pensioners (Australia or New Zealand) and Seniors Card holders (Australia) save with our concession discounts on selected tours. Ask our friendly team which tours you can get a discount on.
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Are your tours suitable for pensioners aged 76 and 84 ?Yes, Tasmania tours passengers range from children to adult who are 90 years of age.
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Transfer By Public Bus In TasmaniaThere are two Public Bus companies that operate between Hobart, Launceston, Devonport and other places inside Tasmania. You can see these here: Redline Coach and Tassie Link. Redline Coach also does airport to hotel transfers.
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Do you have any tours on offer during June, July or August ?Due to our off season of winter, no Tasmania tours operate during the months of June, July or August. The season starts in September and ends in May each year.
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Is accommodation the night after the tour ends included in the price ?No, this accommodation will cost extra.
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Is accommodation the night previous to the tour departure included in the price ?No, this Tasmania accommodation will be an extra cost.
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Where is the meeting point for the start of tours ?The pick up is at the “before tour accommodation” hotel listed in the TRIP NOTES tabs of the specific tour you are looking at.
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Do I need to arrive before Day 1 of my tour ?Please refer to your specific tour and look in the “Trip Notes” information where it may state this: You need to arrive any time the day prior to Day 1. If this is the case we can organise airport pick up and pre tour accommodation on your behalf, this will be an extra cost.
Other tours start late in the day on Day 1 so you can arrive that morning which will avoid the extra nights accommodation cost.
Please refer to the “Trip Notes” information for your specific tour which will explain this further.
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How do you calculate the number of days for your Tasmania tour ?If you are doing a 4 day tour commencing on April 8th, the first day of the tour is and includes the 8th, plus 9th, plus 10th plus 11th and the tour ends on April 11.
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Do your tours operate over Christmas and New Year?Yes – this is one of our most popular and busiest times
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Are airfares from my home town included in the cost of the tours ?Airfares to and from Tasmania at the start and finish of your tours are extra.
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Do you have short tours that include Bruny Island ?No tours include a trip to Bruny Island, however many people add this on as a day trip from Hobart either before or are after their multi day tour.
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Does the price include The Spirit Of Tasmania ship fares ?The 11 Day Tour to Tasmania includes the Ship costs one way.
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Payment Options
Credit Card Payments
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Credit card surcharges will apply when paying by credit card. We accept all credit cards and relevant credit card fee is applied when the processing.
Direct Deposit
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International Direct Deposit: Add $25 for bank fees
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Should I buy travel insurance?Travel Insurance
As a valued customer of Tasmania Tours, we are pleased to offer you the opportunity to purchase discounted travel insurance. Options include single trip or annual frequent travellers plan on domestic or international travel.
Additional Information
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Additional Information
Travel Documents Travel documents for guided tours are delivered to the hotel or address you are staying at prior to your tour depending on the tour type chosen. We also provide you with a tour itinerary and arrival instructions by email, once we have all your flight information and personal details.
Group Size There is no set age or type of traveller, you can expect a wide-range of like-minded travellers. Families with children, young couples, baby boomers, solo travellers, small groups and more can be found on guided tours. There is certainly no age limit for touring, with children as young as 6 through to seniors travelling, however, the general demographic tends to be over 40.
Depending on the tour you choose and the time of year you are travelling our group sizes can vary from 20 people up to 49 people
Optional Experiences The must-see and must-do experiences in all their tours but also offer you the ability to customise your tour with a selection of Optional Experiences. Details of Optional Experiences available will be sent with your final documents.
Clothing and What to Bring Clothing and footwear should be casual, comfortable and suited to the cooler climate of Tasmania.
• Clothing – shorts, trousers, shirts, swimwear, hat, sunglasses, a jacket and a change of warm clothes in case of inclement weather are advisable.
• Footwear – comfortable walking shoes and some form of fast-drying wet-shoe would prove useful.
• Personal – sun protection, insect repellent, medications, toiletries, (overseas travellers should bring a suitable adapter). Don’t forget to bring your video or camera along with plenty of film & spare batteries (recharge facilities are available).
• Money and/or credit card for personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs and optional extras.Fitness to Travel A good level of fitness and health is required to participate on holiday packages. In some destinations, there are extensive sightseeing excursions by foot which includes the climbing of stairs and walking on uneven surfaces. Mobility is needed boarding or alighting coaches and trains.
Fitness Level For example a low level of fitness is required. If your tour includes the walk around Dove Lake is considered a Moderate – Easy 6km loop. Not all guests will be able to complete the walk. Alternate short walks are available.
Extras Airfares (unless stated), airport taxes, laundry, food not on the regular menu, drinks that may or may not be included as indicated in your itinerary, excess baggage, Wi-Fi (unless stated), fuel surcharges, and optional excursions not specified in the itinerary. Extra overnight accommodation is not included at the start or end of the tour if not specified in the itinerary. Airport Transfers are not included.
Seat Rotation To enable everyone the opportunity of enjoying window and front seats, clients change seats daily during the course of the tour.
Luggage Limits One medium-size suitcase (not exceeding 76x46x25 cm) per person plus one piece of hand luggage which may be carried on-board the coach. Please note luggage with adjustable handles and wheels will not fit in the overhead luggage compartments and cannot be accepted as hand luggage. Maximum weight of the suitcase not to exceed 23kg (50lbs). If your luggage exceeds this limit, we ask that you make alternative arrangements for the excess to be forwarded to the termination point of your tour. We suggest that you have wheels on your suitcase, as there are certain places where assistance is not available (e.g. railway stations and cruise terminals).
Smoking Government regulations prohibit smoking, including e-cigarettes, inside tourist coaches. Please restrict smoking to the ample stops en route.
Travel Insurance Clients are strongly advised to take out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances (e.g. cancellation or curtailment expenses, loss of luggage, etc). Disruption to Itinerary Arrangements Itineraries are intended as a guide only and are subject to alteration without notice. Alterations may be necessary for various reasons including, without limitation, road or weather conditions, strikes, or other reasons beyond reasonable control. Occasionally airlines and tour operators are forced to reschedule departure dates.
Booking Terms and Conditions
Be aware that some confirmed bookings are not refundable if cancelled, and also may not be transferable to another date or otherwise changed. Alternatively, a change may only be permissible subject to payment of an additional fee or charge. Your entitlement to a refund for cancelled bookings is subject to the relevant Supplier’s terms and conditions. Please note that if we are entitled to a service fee for placing a booking, we will remain entitled to this fee if you cancel the booking or the Supplier fails to provide you with the Product for any reason (other than our default), including in an event of Force Majeure. We will be entitled to deduct our service fee from any refund we receive on your behalf before remitting the balance to you. Suppliers’ fees are outlined in their relevant terms and conditions.
Please review the full Terms and Conditions and Schedule of Fees prior to making a booking.
Supplier Terms and Conditions Summary Guided Holidays:
– 60 days or more prior to departure will incur a loss of deposit.
– 16-59 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 30% of the holiday package price.
– 15-8 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 50% of the holiday package price.
– 7-1 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 50% of the holiday package price.
– Day or departure will incur a fee of 100% the holiday package price.Tours that include The Ghan & Indian Pacific or Airfares will require higher deposits of up to 25% to 100% and their cancellation is 46 days or more will be the deposit and 45-0 days is a 100% cancellation fee.
Promotional sales may incur stricter cancellation fees, these will be in terms and conditions of sale price purchases.
Changes to the Itinerary Not all attractions, excursions, and/or optional tours are provided by the tour operator. Accordingly, tour operators may, where it is required to do so, suspend or cancel any tour inclusion where that tour inclusion is not available or in the opinion of tour operators, unadvisable, unsafe, or unsuitable. During local or national holidays, certain facilities such as museums and restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. Tour operators reserve the right to alter or change the accommodation, carriers, or vessels at any time for any reason; and cancel or alter the itinerary and/or tour at any time without notice if the tour operator considers it necessary for any reason whatsoever including road, weather or traffic conditions, non-performance of suppliers, industrial action, operational conditions, and requirements.
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Tour Reviews
This is such a great trip for those who want to see as much of the West Coast of Tasmania as possible within a few days. I loved it as my introduction to Tassie. I definitely got a taste of it all so I’m now keen to get back and explore deeper. There was a lot included so the value is incredible. Jess
What a marvellous tour, way above what I expected. Carolyn our tour guide deserves huge kudos, she was excellent in every way, knowledgeable, professional, delightful, and enthusiastic. I can’t recommend this experience highly enough. Evelyn
Great Itinerary! A fantastic way to tick off seeing the natural beauty of the East Coast. Meals were great, actually if anything – there is almost too much food! Fun group, great Guide and Driver – both super helpful and continued to surprise us along the way showing us some secret (or at least not well-known) little gems and highlights. Jasna
The Tassie scenery was beautiful! We especially enjoyed Strahan/Gordon River & Cradle Mountain. Our tour director was really fantastic! She has a deep family history on Tassie that she cleverly wove into her narration. She is very cheerful & found the time to get to know each of the people on the tour individually. Our driver was a top-notch & professional driver. Joan
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