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DAY 1. Arrive Hobart (D)
Our flights arrive into Hobart where we board our luxury ‘Diamond Class’ coach and make our way to our centrally located hotel. This evening, enjoy a seafood dinner at the lively Drunken Admiral for a taste of Tasmania. 2 Night Stay: Hotel Grand Chancellor or The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
DAY 2. Hobart & Surrounds (B,L,D)
This morning we make our way to Tasmans Arch and Devils Kitchen enroute to the Port Arthur Historic Site. Discover its grim history dating back to the 1830s and the harsh convict life. Following a scenic cruise on Carnarvon Bay, we return to Hobart via Eaglehawk Neck, visiting the Tessellated Pavement enroute.
DAY 3. Strahan (B,L,D)
Leaving Hobart, we trace the Derwent Valley to Russell Falls, known for its tiered cascade. Next, we explore ‘The Wall in the Wilderness,’ an ongoing artistic project depicting Central Highlands history. In the afternoon, we journey west to visit Nelson Waterfalls and view the Iron Blow copper mine. Later, we travel via Queenstown to reach Strahan. 2 Night Stay: Strahan Village
DAY 4. West Coast Wilderness Railway, Strahan (B,L,D)
Step aboard the West Coast Wilderness Railway’s heritage diesel train. Head deep into the rainforest and listen as onboard guides share stories of those who built the railway. Journey over the Iron Bridge, once a thriving port town, and enjoy a short nature walk. We break for lunch at Regatta Point Station before some free time to explore the township. Later this afternoon we enjoy a live theatre production of “The Ship That Never Was”, a dramatic and humorous retelling of an incredible true escape story.
DAY 5. Gordon River Cruis, Cradle Mountain (B,L,D)
Experience Western Tasmania’s tranquil charm with a Gordon River cruise. Witness Hells Gates, the Macquarie Harbour entrance, and explore Sarah Island’s historic convict settlement. Savour a smorgasbord lunch amid the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage area then depart Strahan for our journey to Cradle Mountain for an overnight stay. 1 Night Stay: Cradle Mountain Hotel
DAY 6. Cradle Mountain, Devonport (B,L,D)
This morning, we stop and savour the incredible scenery of Dove Lake and the historic Boat Shed, along with Gustav Weindorfer’s Waldheim Chalet before enjoying lunch at the Cradle Mountain Hotel. Following this, we visit Devils@Cradle, where we’ll get an up-close encounter with the Tasmanian Devil during a special feeding tour, offering a glimpse into the life of this remarkable creature. We then head for Devonport for a 2-night stay. 2 Night Stay: Novotel Devonport
DAY 7. Woolnorth, Cape Grim, Stanley, Devonport (B,MT,L,D)
This morning we travel to the town of Woolnorth where we take a guided tour of Australia’s largest dairy farm. Explore the old farm buildings and see how nearly 1,000 hectares have transitioned from beef grazing to dairy farming. Visit Tasmania’s first wind farm, offering stunning Southern Ocean views. At Cape Grim, experience breathtaking seascapes with nearby Aboriginal middens and fishing boats gathering abalone and lobster around the Doughboys. After lunch in the historic shearing shed we travel to Stanley, taking in the breathtaking views on a return chairlift ride to the top of the local attraction known as The Nut.
DAY 8. Launceston, St Helens (B,L,D)
Departing Devonport, we make our way to Launceston’s Cataract Gorge where we ride the world’s longest single-span chairlift, delighting in breathtaking vistas. Afterwards we set off through Dorset to witness the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees – a remarkable tribute to WWI soldiers. We then pause at Pyengana Dairy, renowned for its heritage cheeses, before making our way to our accommodation. 1 Night Stay: The Panorama Hotel, St Helens
DAY 9. Helicopter flight, Hobart (B,L,D)
This morning, take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight over Friendly Beaches, Wineglass Bay, and The Hazards. Following the Freycinet Peninsula, enjoy views of Maria Island, pink granite cliffs, and Tasmania’s rugged coastline. After lunch, continue to the historic town of Ross before stopping in Richmond to photograph Australia’s oldest functioning stone bridge, then travel on to Hobart. 1 Night Stay: Hotel Grand Chancellor or The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
DAY 10. Flights home (B)
After breakfast this morning we make our way to Hobart Airport for our respective flights home.
B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
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