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Famous Five Day Tour

Highlights include Cradle Mountain, Henty Dunes, Ocean Beach, Queenstown, Franklin River, Mount Wellington, Wineglass Bay...

Departs: Launceston on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Finishes: Launceston.

 

$645
per person

Concession: $625

Tour Code: TFF5L

Prices and itinerary valid until 30/03/08

Email us to make a booking or to check availability.


 

Itinerary:

DAY 1 - Cradle Mountain Madness

Go west and spend the day at Cradle Mountain exploring some of the numerous walks within the world heritage national park. Take a stroll around Dove Lake, or head off to test your lungs with a hike to Marion's Lookout or on one of the many other great walks.

Overnight - Cradle Mountain (Breakfast / Lunch)

 

DAY 2 - West Coast Wonderland

Wake up and wave goodbye to Cradle Mt and head from the mountains to walk to Montezuma Falls then climb Henty sand dunes on the very edge of the west coast. See the longest stretch of ocean on the planet from Ocean Beach.

Overnight - Strahan (Breakfast/Lunch)

 

DAY 3 - Tall Trees and Tall Stories

Continue the journey south with a visit to Nelson Falls, drink from the famous Franklin River, learn about the beginnings of the Greens Party, drop in at Lake St Clair and finally photograph stunning Russell Falls at Mt Field NP. Hug a tall tree and finish your wilderness experience with a drive through the picturesque Derwent Valley and into Hobart.

Tour ends - Hobart (Breakfast / Lunch)

 

DAY 4 - Fun at Freycinet

Head to the beaches today via a short stop at the historic town of Ross. Hit the coastline and sink your feet into the pristine white sand which can be found all along the east coast. Walk to breathtaking Wineglass Bay and be mesmerized by the crashing waves on the shore. Relax in the laidback surfing town of Bicheno.

Overnight - Bicheno (Breakfast / Lunch)

 

DAY 5 - The Mysterious North East

Meet some locals at the nearby wildlife park before heading north alongside the white beaches of the breathtaking east coast. Explore the north east today and cruise alongside the stunning coastline. Stop and explore the beaches at the Bay of Fires, then head inland to the Blue Tiers region with its waterfalls and rainforests. Finish the day in Launceston.

Tour ends - Launceston (Breakfast/Lunch)

 

 

Stanley's Nut

 

 

 


DEPARTURE TIMES
Launceston - 7:30am
Devonport - 9:00am

FINISH TIMES
Launceston - 6:00pm

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You can connect by bus to Hobart and Devonport from Launceston.

Inclusions:
4 nights hostel accommodation hostel accommodation, meals as indicated, national park fees, fun informative and professional guides, small groups, hostel/hotel pick-ups and drop-offs, tea and coffee, chocolate and snacks and a Tasmanian experience you will never forget.


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