East Coast Getaway

Highlights - Tour Code  AT- FLH

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Discover Launceston on an orientation tour
  • Explore the quaint Swiss Village of Grindelwald
  • Enjoy magnificent scenery around the Weldborough Pass
  • Visit Freycinet National Park Interpretation Centre and enjoy a Ranger guided walk
  • Explore the ruins of the historic Port Arthur Site
  • Cruise around the Isle of the Dead at Port Arthur
  • See Tasman's Arch, Devils Kitchen and the Blowhole
  • Stay in the spectacular harbour capital of Hobart

Quality Touring

  • Rooms with private facilitiesin quality hotels, on a Twin Share basis
  • Tour by luxury coach, air-conditioned, restroom equipped, reclining seats with seatbelts and panoramic windows
  • All purpose travel bag, wallet and touring map
  • Porterage at your tour hotels
  • Airport transfers included

Professional Team

Experienced services of a professional Tour Directorand Tour Driver

Included Meals

  • Welcome Drink
  • Full Buffet Breakfasts (3) (B)
  • Hotel Dinners (2) Dinner YOUR CHOICE
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Itinerary

Day 1 Fri: Launceston/Grindelwald

On arrival at Launceston Airport you will be met by your Tour Director (flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm). This afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of Launceston, then visit the Swiss Village of Grindelwald. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Accommodation: Sandor's On The Park, Launceston. Dinner

Day 2 Sat: Freycinet National Park

Travel to the East Coast through lush rainforest and magnificent scenery around the Weldborough Pass. Continue to Freycinet National Park to visit the Interpretation Centre, then enjoya Ranger led walk along the boardwalk. This afternoon continue south along the coast for spectacular views of Maria Island.

Accommodation: Eastcoaster Resort, Orford. (B) Dinner

Day 3 Sun: Port Arthur/ Hobart

Travel via Swansea, Copping and along the Tasman Peninsula to the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia's most infamous convict prison. At the Interpretation Gallery play the 'Lottery of Life' and follow the journey of a convict to see what fate lies ahead. Join a guided walking tour of the grounds and ruins, followed by a cruise around the Isle of the Dead. Visit the spectacular natural coastal formations of Tasman's Arch, Devils Kitchen and the Blowhole.

Accommodation: Hadleys Hotel, Hobart. (B)

Day 4 Mon: Depart Hobart

Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning. You will be transferred to Hobart Airport to connect with your onward flight (flight to depart anytime). (B)

Spirit of Tasmania Cruise

Clients may choose to add a journey aboard the Spirit of Tasmania to the beginning of this tour. See savings page for details. Please enquire for price.

Prices & Dates

Tour Dates
Departs Returns
2005
A$690
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Supplements

Adult Single Supplement   A$170
Triple Discount Save A$35
Child Discount Save A$140
Concession Card Holders Save A$25
Friendly Fours Save A$35
Frequent Traveller Save A$35
Meal Discount Save A$40