Highlights include Hobart, Port Arthur, Ross, Freycinet, Wineglass Bay, Bicheno, Bay of Fires, Launceston, Cradle Mountain, Strahan, Henty Dunes, Lake St Clair, Russell Falls...
Itinerary Overview:
Day 1: Start your trip with a visit to the photogenic Tasman Peninsula for a short walk and views over the Southern Ocean. Explore one of Tassie's tourist hotspots, the Port Arthur Historic Site. Learn about the life of a convict in a place once considered "Hell On Earth". Take the opportunity to view the site from aboard a cruise boat on the harbour, then unwind on the return to Hobart via Richmond.
Overnight: Hobart
Day 2: Head for the beaches today via a short stop at the historic town of Ross. At Freycinet National Park, sink your feet into the pristine white sand and admire the world-famous beach at Wineglass Bay. Finish the day in the surf town of Bicheno, home to the Little Penguins who
return to their rookeries each night upon dark.
Overnight: Bicheno
Day 3: Soak up the coastal scenery along one of Australia's greatest journey's from Bicheno to St Helens. Stretch your legs and revitalise your senses with a peaceful beachwalk at the Bay of Fires. Visit the rainforests and waterfall at St Columba Falls, before heading into the pretty colourful city of Launceston.
Overnight: Launceston (breakfast)
Day 4: Go west and spend the day at Cradle Mountain exploring some of the numerous walks within the world heritage listed national park. Take a stroll around Dove Lake, or head off to test your lungs with a hike to Marion's Lookout or on one of the many other great walks. Overnight: Cradle Mountain (breakfast)
Day 5: Head from the mountains to the coast. Climb Henty Sand Dunes and stroll along the endless stretch of Ocean Beach with nothing but the wild "Roaring Forties" between you and South America. Overnight: Strahan (breakfast)
Day 6: Head south and inland today with a short walk to Nelson Falls, and take a drink from the famous Franklin River, where you'll learn about the beginning of the Greens Party. Drop in at Lake St Clair then finish the day at Mt Field NP and photogenic Russell Falls. Hug a tall tree goodbye then relax on your way back to Hobart through the picturesque Derwent Valley. (breakfast)
Inclusions:
• Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site
• 5 nights hostel acccommodation
• Breakfasts as indicated
• National Parks Fees
• Fun, professional guide
• Small groups
• Hostel/hotel pick up and drop off.
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
One Person
Note: the price advertised is based on hostel accommodation in a 4-6 bed dormitory room, with shared facilities.
Starts: Hobart at 7.30am
Finishes: Hobart at 6.00pm
On: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday (Monday Nov to Apr only)
Tour Code: TSS6
7:30am
6 Days, 5 Nights
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