Tour Type:Premium Tour Duration:9 Days (8 Nights) From:Hobart toLaunceston Tour Code:RT09 Operator:APT
from AU $3,355 pp
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Tour Description
From Hobart to Launceston over 9 days to fully enjoy your guided coach tour, discovering the untamed beauty of Tasmania. Experience the bustling markets at Salamanca, the World Heritage wilderness of Cradle Mountain National Park, the treetop Tahune 'Airwalk', Russell Falls, Lake St Clair, a Gordon River cruise, the quaint historic Ross and its convict carved stone bridge.
Hobart, Dine Around Dinner Be met on arrival in Hobart and transferred to your Hotel. Tonight you get to choose your dining experience. Perhaps sample mouth-watering cuisine at Restaurant Tasman, enjoy the nautical atmosphere of The Drunken Admiral, or dine on Spanish-influenced cuisine at Sisco’s on the Pier. Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor, guaranteed Harbour View Rooms overlooking Constitution Dock (2 nights) (D)
Day 2
Salamanca Market, Freedom of Choice Touring
This morning, enjoy free time to discover Hobart's renowned Salamanca Market. With its nineteenth century sandstone village backdrop, wander past more than 300 stalls featuring local produce, arts and crafts. After picking up some bargains, you have an exciting range of Freedom of Choice Touring activities to choose from, some of which include a serene walk among the tree tops on the Tahune AirWalk. Perhaps take a tour of the Royal Botanic Gardens or enjoy a traditional afternoon high tea at the historic Hadley’s Hotel. (B)
Option: Replace
Day 2 with a full Day Bruny Island Adventure Cruise
This three hour eco-cruise aboard a custom-built speed boat is not for the faint hearted! Find yourself in awe as you sit at the bottom of towering sea cliffs, among the tallest in the Southern Hemisphere. Drift up close and listen to the amazing Breathing Rock and feel the power of nature at the point where the Tasman Sea meets the might of the Southern Ocean. You may also see an array of wildlife – dolphins, fur seals, and bird life including the albatross. Additional: AUD$165 per person. Lunch included. Conditions apply and must be pre-booked.
Day 3
Russell Falls, World Heritage Lake St Clair, Wilderness Railway
Follow the Derwent Valley to Mt Field National Park, where a short walk brings you to stunning Russell Falls. Stroll through a mixed rainforest of swamp gums, dogwood, musk and myrtle. From here, enter the awe-inspiring forests of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Lake St Clair. Admire views of the nation’s deepest lake before continuing to Queenstown. Join the restored West Coast Wilderness Railway for a ride through the forest. Tonight, enjoy views over Strahan's beautiful harbour while savouring a delicious buffet meal. Stay:Strahan Village, Harbour View Deluxe Rooms (two nights) (B/D)
Day 4
Heritage Wilderness, Gordon River Cruise, Dine Around Dinner
Explore breathtaking World Heritage wilderness aboard the Lady Jane Franklin II. Cruise along the mighty Gordon River with guaranteed window seating and enjoy a buffet lunch. Stop at Heritage Landing for a walk through ancient rainforest and a visit to the penal colony of Sarah Island. In the afternoon, return to Strahan and take your time exploring this picturesque town. Tonight, perhaps take in a local pantomime based on a convict’s escape from Sarah Island (own expense). Choose to dine at either View 42º, Hamers Hotel or The Fish Café. (B/L/D)
Day 5
Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain, Freedom of Choice Touring
Journey to Cradle Mountain and explore Dove Lake with a local guide. View the jagged contours of Cradle Mountain and visit Waldheim Chalet, a forest home built in 1912. This afternoon wiht your Freedom of Choice Touring option, choose to sample Tasmania’s finest wines and cheeses; take a guided Enchanted Walk; join a Night Wildlife Spotlight Tour in search of native animals (limited availability); pick up a Gourmet Picnic Hamper to enjoy in the magnificent surrounds of the national park; or pamper yourself at the Waldheim Alpine Spa. Stay:Cradle Mountain Lodge, Pencil Pine Cabins, with views over the surrounding landscape. (B/D)
Day 6
The Nut, Woolnorth, Cape Grim, Smithton
Today, journey along the scenic north-west coast to Stanley, where you will visit The Nut. Continue to Woolnorth and take a guided tour of the state’s largest wind farm. Tour nearby Cape Grim and breathe in the crisp, refreshing air known for being the cleanest in the world. Tonight in Smithton enjoy an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel (B/D)
Day 7
Sheffield Murals, Ashgrove Cheese Factory, Woolmers Estate
Explore Devonport, then continue on to Sheffield, a quaint town where over 30 murals have been painted on the building walls. This afternoon, sample handmade cheeses at Ashgrove Cheese Factory, then continue to historic Woolmers Estate where you will enjoy a guided tour and visit the National Rose Garden. Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor (two nights) (B)
Day 8
Historic Ross, Launceston, Farewell Drinks & Dinner
Travel around the Great Lake, Australia’s second largest freshwater lake. Your journey will also take you to the quaint heritage township of Ross. Here, view the famous historical bridge, built by convicts and featuring more than 180 unique hand carvings, and take some time to explore the colonial township. On return to Launceston later this afternoon, spend your last evening with your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Farewell Dinner and Drinks. (B/D)
Day 9
Launceston, Cataract Gorge
Take some time to explore Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation, before your tour concludes with an included airport transfer. (B)
Itinerary is based on 2012 departures. Click on the icon to the left if you would like to view the 2012 brochure online.
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9 Day Wilderness Explorer Reviews
Tour reviews from past clients of Global Journeys for the 9 Day Wilderness Explorer.
I have always wanted to tour Tasmania, and it certainly lived up to my expectations. The tour was well designed. I was the only American in the group, which was wonderful. I learned so much by traveling with Australians, and they made me feel at home. The highlight - seeing a Tasmanian devil in the wild one night! I'd recommend this tour to anyone who loves nature.
Eloise Malinsky (United States) Tour Date 29/04/2011
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Tour Operator: APT
APT holidays are designed for the premium end of the market and offer quality, first-class experiences. Each holiday presents a mix of cultural activities, luxurious accommodation, world-class dining and more. Many of APT's holidays, include their innovative Freedom Concept™ which allows travellers to choose from a range of touring and dining options. Further, all holidays are operated by a dedicated team of professionals, who ensure each holiday is as relaxed and enjoyable as possible.
We know that nothing quite compares with travelling to new places, meeting new people and experiencing different cultures and cuisines. We have developed holidays that will appeal to your sense of travel, adventure and fun, with a great mix of activities, delicious food, luxurious places to stay and a dedicated team of professionals to make your holiday relaxed and enjoyable.
Documents for APT Aussie 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.
Travel with like-minded English speaking people from such countries as
the UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, America and Canada. Our seat rotation policy allows you to mix
with fellow travellers and see spectacular
landscapes from all angles. Our clients are generally 50+, but more than age a positive attitude is important in a group situation. We have found ages to be as diverse and varied as the sites and attractions you will see on tour.
APT's fleet of luxury motor coaches provides you with
the pinnacle of touring luxury. Coaches feature as
standard: air-conditioning, toilet/restroom, video screen,
comfortable reclining seats with foot rests, state of the
art sound system, on-board drinking water, air suspension
and large panoramic windows.
Your Tour Manager (if applicable to your tour) and Driver
are both highly trained industry professionals committed to
making your Australian holiday a cherished memory. Their informed and entertaining commentary will showcase
their passion for this country and an in-depth knowledge
of its history, wildlife, culture and legends.
From the moment you join your tour, our Tour Manager
and Driver are there to look after you, to make sure you’re
comfortable, to take care of all arrangements, to answer
queries and to provide a friendly face. So the only thing
you need to do on tour, is sit back,
relax and enjoy yourself.
Your accommodation is one of the most important elements of
your holiday. This is why we have carefully chosen the best hotels
on offer to tour groups, to complement your level of touring.
We are proud to provide superior accommodation with the
highest levels of comfort, service and cuisine available.
The cuisine you will enjoy on your APT tour is above and beyond
the standard meals you would expect on coach tours anywhere in
the world. In fact, many dining events will be memorable holiday
experiences. We pay careful attention to the negotiation of our
menus to ensure choice and a healthy variety of quality food that
caters to all tastes is offered. Meals are always accompanied by
tea and coffee.
As a special highlight, you may have a feature meal included in your
tour. This could be a seafood feast or gourmet banquet, featuring
tastes known as a speciality of that region. Meals that are included
in your tour price are clearly indicated on your itinerary.
Many passengers travel with APT on their own. This means that you will be accommodated in a single room. Alternatively (on many of our tours), you can choose to be matched up with a person of the same gender and pay the twin price. In this instance, accommodation will be in twin-bedded rooms. If APT can't find someone of the same gender to share with you, they will give you a single room at no extra cost.
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Airport Transfer Information
Free Airport Transfers
Arrival transfers are included on Day 1 of your tour. Return transfer is included on the last day of the tour/cruise. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys 45 days prior to your departure date. If this information is not received we are unable to guarantee the transfer. If pre or post accommodation is booked then transfers cannot be included.
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