Compare Tasmania, Authentic by Nature: Australia by Travcoa
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| Duration | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 5,695 |
| Price Per Day | $ 814 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included |
12 Breakfast, 13 Lunch |
| Description |
Explore Tasmania - a land lush with vibrant natural beauty and exotic wildlife. Visit the alpine region of Lake St. Clair, explore the glacial peaks and lakes at Cradle Mountain, and wander the cliff top trails at Freycinet National Park. Cruise along the Gordon River to view White-bellied Sea Eagles and curious dolphins, and meet indigenous animals at Bonorong Wildlife Park, including wombats, wallabies and the iconic Tasmanian devil. Uncover the island history with visits to colonial homesteads, Coal River Valley vineyards, and the convict settlement at Sarah Island and Port Arthur. This journey through idyllic settings of spectacular diverse scenery and unspoiled wilderness will surely energize your outdoor spirit. |
Day 1: Launceston, Strahan, Australia
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: Strahan Village
Upon arrival you will begin your journey into the heart of Tasmania’s wilderness. Stop in Derwent Bridge to view “The Wall,” a unique 325-foot long wall of wooden relief sculpture depicting Tasmania’s history. Enjoy fresh alpine air at Lake St. Clair, Australia’s deepest lake, and a walk along the Franklin River and the stunning Nelson Waterfalls, before reaching picturesque Strahan on Tasmania’s west coast.
Day 2 & 3: Gordon River Cruise & Cradle Mountain
Meals: 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge
Start Day 2 with a cruise on the Gordon River, traversing through Hell’s Gates into pristine ancient wilderness. Stop at Heritage Landing for a walk among ancient temperate rainforest trees, and explore Sarah Island, site of Tasmania’s most remote and notorious convict settlement. After a buffet lunch on board, disembark and drive into Tasmania’s high alpine region and impressive Cradle Mountain National Park. On Day 3, explore glacial Dove Lake, and observe the park’s diverse alpine terrain and birdlife. Visit the Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery, home to an international collection of dramatic nature photography.
Day 4 & 5: Freycinet National Park
Meals: 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch
Accommodation: Freycinet Lodge
On Day 4, tour through rolling hills and historic midlands to Freycinet National Park. On Day 5, enjoy guided walks though the park’s coastal coves and cliff-tops trails. Discover unique flora and fauna, including Australian gannets, dolphins, possums, wallabies, and wombats.
Day 6 & 7: Port Arthur, Hobart & Depart for Home
Meals: 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch
Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel
On Day 6, drive beside cliff tops and pastures to the Port Arthur Historic Site. Enjoy a personalized tour of this old penal settlement. On Day 7, take a private tour of Bonorong Wildlife Park, where you meet Tasmania’s iconic animals, including wombats, wallabies, and the Tasmanian Devil. In the Coal River Valley sample some award-winning wines, and visit charming Richmond, a historic village of colonial sandstone architecture. End your tour at the Hobart airport.
