General Information:
DEPARTS: Devonport
FINISH: Hobart
NO OF DAYS: 3 days
TOUR CODE: ATA
ACCOMMODATION: Hostels / Upgrade available
TRANSPORT: Mini-Bus
AGE: Open
GROUP SIZE: 21
DEPARTS: Regular

What's Included
Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including harbour cruise).

Highlights
Cataract Gorge, Bicheno, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur, Tasman Peninsula

Day 1 - Devonport or Launceston to Bicheno
We travel north east of Launceston to the beautiful Bridestowe Lavender Farms; where everything conceivable is made with lavender! We then continue our journey through the changing landscape of heritage farms, forests and mining towns until we arrive at the spectacular St Columbas Falls (pumping an average 42,000 litres of water per minute!). After a short hike, relax with Priscilla the beer drinking pig at the Pub in the Paddock. We finish our day at the breathtaking Bay of Fires, with a stroll along the pristine white sands or a swim in the sparkling turquoise water (weather permitting). We stay overnight in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, take an optional tour to see little penguins nesting (at own expense). (LD)

Day 2 - Bicheno to Pt Arthur
This morning we climb up Mount Amos in Freycinet National Park for fantastic views over Wineglass Bay. You may choose to hike to Wineglass Beach via the lookout. We travel south to Port Arthur enjoying a rain forest walk on the way. Tonight enjoy the Port Arthur Ghost Tour (at own expense). Overnight Port Arthur (BLD)

Day 3 - Pt Arthur to Hobart
This morning we explore the Port Arthur Historic Site and take a boat cruise around the harbour then visit Remarkable Cave and a variety of other sites on the Tasman Peninsula before arriving into Hobart approximately 6.00pm (BL)

What to Bring
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat, sunscreen, towel and toiletries, swimming gear, warm and waterproof clothing (even in summer), water bottle, insect repellent, camera and film
15kg luggage limit

Notes
All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twin/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE style (2-3 star ensuite). All twin/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking. Motel/Lodge style may be located on different premises to hostel accommodation.
Evening meals are BBQ style dinners, prepared by the guide (with passenger participation) and eaten as a group. Breakfasts are continental and lunches are picnic style.
It is recommended passengers depart Hobart the following day. If flights are booked from Hobart Airport on Day 3, they must depart on/after 7.30pm.
Fuel levy of $10 per person and park fees of $10 per person are payable on departure.
Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions and National Park requirements.
Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel.

AU$10 Park Fees and AU$10 Fuel