21-29 May, 18-26 June, 16-24 July, 13-21 Aug, 10-18 Sep, 24 Sep – 2 Oct, 8-16 Oct, 22-30 Oct, 19-27 Nov, 3-11 Dec 2021 Small Group Discovery
Captivating beauty, diverse cultural experiences and enviable food and drink offerings, this 9-day Tasmania tour comes filled with a whole lot of fun experiences and explorations. Beginning and ending in Hobart, you’ll travel clockwise around Australia’s island state, with overnights in Hobart, Strahan, Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park.
Nature-enthusiasts will enjoy visits to Mount Field National Park, where you’ll embark on the short walk to the beautiful Russell Falls, Wall in the Wilderness and Lake St Clair; Start your morning in Strahan with a Gordon River Cruise; marvel in all the natural beauty that Cradle Mountain has to offer; and, be enchanted as you embark on a Wineglass Bay cruise in Freycinet National Park.
Spend 2 incredible nights in the Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge, perfectly situated at the edge of the spectacular World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain National Park. Followed by 2 nights in Freycinent National Park at the award winning Freycinet Lodge for the ultimate Tasmanian experience.
During this tour, you’ll also embark on many a culinary adventure, including a day at Bruny Island, where you’ll taste the local oysters, cheese, berries, wine and spirits offerings; Enjoy wine and nibbles at the Josef Chromy vineyard in Launceston; and, delight in a final celebratory dinner on the Hobart waterfront, featuring local seafood and wine.
These are just some of the many highlights of this Tasmania tour, featuring plenty of opportunity for you to reconnect with nature, wildlife and your tastebuds.
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DAY 1: ARRIVE IN HOBARTWelcome to “Van Diemen’s Land!” Schedule flights to arrive by 4 pm in time for a welcome meeting and drinks, featuring local Tasmanian wines and spirits.
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DAY 2: HOBART. EXCURSION TO BRUNY ISLANDHOBART: Visit the famous Salamanca Market with a chance to meet artisans and taste fresh local produce. Time to explore on your own, grab a coffee, and do some shopping. Evening at leisure. BRUNY ISLAND: (Local Favourite) Enjoy a tasting tour of this rugged island that may include local specialties such as fresh oysters, cheeses, berries, and more. (B,L)
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DAY 3: HOBART – MT FIELD NATIONAL PARK – LAKE ST CLAIR NATIONAL PARK – STRAHANMT FIELD NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing including the walk to Russell Falls. LAKE ST CLAIR NATIONAL PARK Visit the Wall in the Wilderness art project, sightseeing. STRAHAN Following dinner, the remainder of your evening is at leisure. (B,D)
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DAY 4: STRAHAN – CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARKSTRAHAN Scenic cruise on the Gordon River and into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage area. CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Following dinner, the remainder of your evening is at leisure. (B,L,D) Accommodation Spotlight: Spend the next 2 nights at one of Australia’s iconic wilderness experiences. Located at the edge of the spectacular World Heritage listed Cradle Mountain National Park, at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge, you’ll enjoy warm hospitality, local food and wine, breathtaking scenery and magnificent wilderness surrounds.
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DAY 5: CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARKCRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing including a visit to the majestic Dove Lake. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy more of the park on your own. This evening, enjoy a (Local Favourite) special behind-the-scenes visit to the Devils@Cradle to learn about this rescue centre devoted to saving the endangered Devils. (B)
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DAY 6: CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK – SHEFFIELD – LAUNCESTON – FREYCINET NATIONAL PARKSHEFFIELD Sightseeing to see the town’s famous murals, tasting and tour at a local honey factory. LAUNCESTON Guided walk through the scenic Cataract Gorge, tour and tasting at Josef Chromy Vineyard. FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK Evening at leisure following dinner at the resort. (B,D) Accommodation Spotlight: Spend 2 nights overlooking the blue waters of Great Oyster Bay with the rugged Hazards Mountains as your backdrop. Located inside Freycinet National Park, you will fall in love with this captivating escape at Freycinet Lodge.
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DAY 7: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARKFREYCINET NATIONAL PARK Morning cruise including the extraordinary Wineglass Bay, visit to the Cape Tourville Lighthouse, optional Wine Glass Bay hike for amazing views. Remainder of the day is at leisure. (B,L)
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DAY 8: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK – HOBARTHOBART Afternoon at leisure. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant featuring fresh seafood and local wines. (B,D) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Hobart with a visit to David Walsh’s unique Museum of New and Old Art (MONA). This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyACCOUNT. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
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DAY 9: HOBARTYour holiday ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Hobart and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
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Meals: Breakfast:8, Lunch:3, Dinner:4
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Transport: Touring by private, air-conditioned motorcoachAccommodation: First-Class or Superior First-Class with private bath or shower.
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Includes hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges