Tassie's Parks & Nature
Tassie's Parks & Nature
$3400
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tasmania's breathtaking landscapes with the "Tassie's Parks & Nature" tour. Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Hobart, exploring its historic precincts and the bustling Salamanca Market. Marvel at the panoramic views from Mt. Nelson Lookout and delve into the wild beauty of Tasmania's West Coast, including the stunning Russell Falls in Mt. Field National Park. Cruise the serene Gordon River and visit the historic Sarah Island. Experience the natural wonders of Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Savor award-winning gin, whisky, and cider in the charming town of Penguin and at Mount Gnomon Farm. Conclude your journey in Launceston, exploring Cataract Gorge and indulging in Tasmania's finest produce. With premium accommodations and expert guides, this tour promises a seamless and enriching experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Hobart
Location: Hobart
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Meals Included: Dinner
The Tasmanian capital, Hobart, packs a lot of punch into such a small perimeter, from restaurants that garner global praise to moody wine bars, eye-opening galleries, waterside walks and character-filled historic precincts. Explore at your leisure before meeting the adventurous souls over a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: City Sights and Salamanca Market
Location: Hobart
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your morning excursions delve deep into many of the things that make Hobart great: from the Mt. Nelson Lookout, offering dizzying views over the city and Derwent River; to historic Battery Point and the Cascade Brewery. End the tour at the leafy Botanical Gardens spotlighting endemic plants, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Three hundred – that’s the number of stalls you’ll navigate this afternoon at Hobart’s mighty Salamanca Market. Get your heart started sampling gin and whisky or order a coffee while perusing made-in-Tasmania arts and crafts. The Salamanca precinct, amid historic sandstone buildings, is almost as pretty as the produce.
Day 3: Hobart - Strahan
Location: Hobart, Mt. Field National Park, Lake St. Clair, Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, Strahan
Accommodation Name: Strahan Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
The West Coast of Tassie is wild – in the best possible way. The air seems cleaner, the lakes cooler, the colours brighter, the waterfalls larger… as you’ll discover when the mist envelops you at tiered Russell Falls. This is part of Mt. Field National Park, the state’s most diverse nature reserve. Speaking of breaking records, Lake St. Clair is the deepest of its kind in Australia, carved by ice during glaciations over the last two million years. Pausing here puts life into perspective, in the best possible way. Skirt the World Heritage listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, before arriving in Strahan. Small in population but big in personality, the town overlooks the immense Macquarie Harbour. Did you know it’s seven times the size of Sydney Harbour? Locals-only insights like this are among the reasons why Tasmania touring is a must.
Day 4: Strahan - Cradle Mountain
Location: Gordon River, Sarah Island, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
Accommodation Name: Cradle Mountain Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
No day that involves a cruise is a bad day. Even better if it’s the deep, dark waters of the far-flung Tassie’s Gordon River. Soak up the silence of this untouched wilderness area on your Gordon River cruise en route to Sarah Island, the state’s oldest convict settlement. Today, the island’s haunting ruins have been reclaimed by nature, enveloped by forest and twisting vines. Your commute toward immense Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park sees you travel through tiny mining towns scattered amongst the mountainous wild terrain. Rest up – Cradle Mountain awaits.
Day 5: Cradle Mountain
Location: Cradle Mountain
Accommodation Name: Cradle Mountain Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cradle Mountain owes much of its protected status to early settlers Gustav and Kate Weindorfer, who were pivotal in championing the conservation of the area. Their efforts are remembered at Waldheim Chalet, their former home, set among myrtles and King Billy pines that gradually give way to moss-covered ancient rainforests and deep river gorges, snow-tipped peaks and wild alpine moorlands. This is the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, carved by glacial waterways like Dove Lake. You can see why Bennetts wallabies, echidnas, wombats and pademelons live here – you, too, will find it hard to tear yourself away. If you’re a night person, consider enlisting to spot Tassie’s nocturnal animals, whether at a devil sanctuary or in the wild. Optional Cradle Mountain tours see you spotting elusive creatures. Where else in the world can you say you saw a devil feed?
Day 6: Cradle Mountain - Launceston
Location: Cradle Mountain, Penguin, Mount Gnomon, Sheffield, Launceston
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Meals Included: Breakfast
Bring your appetite as today, on your life-changing tour from Launceston to Hobart, you’ll try some of the state’s most applauded produce. Tasmania has its fair share of award-winning gin and whisky distilleries, as well as small boutique breweries. Among them is a seaside tap house found in the petite town of Penguin. If there’s a place with a cuter name, we’re yet to locate it on a map. Sit back and enjoy a tasting paddle of local brew whilst taking in the views overlooking glorious Bass Strait. Steel yourself for the ciders fermented at Mount Gnomon Farm. Passionate farmer Guy Robertson will pour brews made from apples grown in his heritage orchard, before you sit down to a paddock-to-plate lunch. Then you’re on your way to quirky Sheffield, the ‘Town of Murals’, before travelling through the Meander Valley to Launceston.
Day 7: Farewell from Launceston
Location: Launceston
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your final day ends on a high in Cataract Gorge, a rare natural phenomenon on the outskirts of Launceston. There’s bushland on one side, and a Victorian garden replete with ferns and exotic plants on the other. Get a different perspective of the green cavern on the scenic chairlift, zipping you over the water to a lofty lookout. You can’t leave Tassie without sipping one of its cool-climate wines, perhaps a pinot noir or sauvignon blanc enjoyed overlooking the manicured grounds of the Josef Chromy Estate. It’s no secret that Tasmania produces some of the best food in Australia – it’s a combination of the clean air and water, lush landscapes, verdant soils, and talented growers and makers. This all unites to create droolworthy sweet and savoury condiments at the Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company, overlooking the South Esk River and dramatic Eastern Highlands. Explore the estate’s gardens learning about edibles that are grown here, then sample the oh-so-tasty wares, whether sauces, jams, mustards or relishes with your lunch. We hope you have room in your suitcase, because it’s hard to resist picking up the likes of strawberry chilli sauce, whisky marmalade and pepperberry mustard. This afternoon is yours: if you're not heading home yet, we recommend extending your adventure with a cruise along the Tamar River (own expense). A fitting end to a week of wonderment.
What's Included
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Specialist team of Travel Director and Driver Guide
The tour includes a specialist team of a Travel Director and Driver Guide, ensuring a seamless travel experience across Tasmania's stunning landscapes.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit the Tasmanian Wilderness, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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National Parks Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to Franklin-Gordon Rivers, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair, and Mt. Field National Parks are included.
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Transportation
Transportation is included throughout the tour.
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Airport Transfers
Return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers are included.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price.
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Optional activities
Optional activities such as a cruise along the Tamar River are not included and are at your own expense.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes transportation with a specialist team of a Travel Director and Driver Guide, ensuring a seamless travel experience across Tasmania's stunning landscapes.
Accommodation
Stay in centrally located premium hotels including the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart, Strahan Village, and Cradle Mountain Hotel, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey in Tasmania.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
Cultural Immersion
- Listen to local street performers as you taste delicious homegrown produce at Tassie’s iconic Salamanca Market.
Fitness Requirement
- Low level of fitness required. Walk around Dove Lake is considered a Moderate 6km loop. Not all guests will be able to complete the walk. Alternate short walks are available which the Travel Director will advise.
Flight information
- Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price. Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Hobart AirportDay 7 – flights to depart after 5.00pm from Launceston Airport Return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers are included.
Local Connection
- Cheese, wine, beer and cider all await in Tassie. Go behind the scenes with the makers, including farmer Guy Robertson on his Mt. Gnomon property.
What to Bring
- Water bottle Warm layers in cooler months Camera Comfortable walking shoes Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
World Class Nature
- Carved by ice during glaciations over the last two million years, Lake St. Clair is the deepest natural lake in Australia. Added bonus – it’s surrounded by World Heritage listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation with a specialist team of a Travel Director and Driver Guide, ensuring a seamless travel experience across Tasmania's stunning landscapes.
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What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in centrally located premium hotels including the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart, Strahan Village, and Cradle Mountain Hotel, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey in Tasmania.
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Are there any entrance fees included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to Franklin-Gordon Rivers, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair, and Mt. Field National Parks are included in the tour.
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Is there a specific fitness level required for this tour?
A low level of fitness is required. The walk around Dove Lake is considered a moderate 6km loop, and not all guests will be able to complete the walk. Alternate short walks are available which the Travel Director will advise.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour includes 4 dinners with wine, 6 breakfasts, and 3 lunches.
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What is the policy on flights for this tour?
Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price. However, return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers are included. Flights should arrive prior to 3.00pm into Hobart Airport on Day 1 and depart after 5.00pm from Launceston Airport on Day 7.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It is important to adhere to departure times while on tour for the comfort of everyone on-board, and to make sure no one misses out on the planned experiences. The coach will not be able to wait for you, and in some instances, if you miss a departure time you will need to make your own way to the next destination to re-join the tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
AAT Kings operated Guided Holidays have competitive single supplement rates available if you prefer to confirm your own room. Or we can match you to share with a guest of the same gender at no extra cost. If we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room at no extra cost.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 100 years
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We will email your documents to you approximately four weeks before your departure date provided you have completed your pre trip registration using the My Travel Portal. If you’ve booked through a travel agent, your documents will be emailed directly to your agent.
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Low Deposit
AAT Kings requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of aat kings charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Tassie's Parks & Nature
7 Days Starting in Hobart, Australia and ending in Launceston, Australia
Visiting: Hobart, Mt. Field National Park, Lake St. Clair, Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, Strahan, Gordon River, Sarah Island, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Cradle Mountain, Penguin, Mount Gnomon, Sheffield, Launceston ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
THHL26
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
5-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Wildlife Tours