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Hobart deluxe

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Visit the delicious Cadbury Chocolate Factory in Claremont and learn from qualified presenters about the manufacturing processes that allow 90 million Freddo frogs to be made every year. Enjoy your scrumptious chocolate gift at the end of the tour.

Cruise on Hobarts harbour along the beautiful Derwent River that flows through Tasmanias capital city. View the ocean liners, Antarctic research vessels and trawlers that moor along the river.

Explore Bonorong Wildlife Conservation Centre that looks out over the Brighton Valley and offers close-up experiences of Australian native animals. Learn about the habitats of native Australian animals on a guided tour of Bonorong. Discover the historic town of Richmond that features the Richmond Bridge, the oldest surviving freestone bridge in Australia built by convicts in 1823. Return to Sullivans Cove where your tour concludes.

South west world heritage

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Departing Cambridge Airport, your aircraft will pass Mount Wellington, the Huon Valley and Mt Picton, before entering the South West World Heritage Area passing Federation Peak and landing at Melaleuca.

Board a boat for a cruise on the Melaleuca Inlet and experience the wilderness from a viewpoint that you are unable to appreciate by air or foot. Visit the Denny King Bird Hide, and enjoy refreshments while you try to catch a glimpse of the endangered orange bellied parrot.Reboard the craft for a return to Cambridge Airport, via the South Coast of Tasmania, passing the Ironbound Range, South East Cape, Bruny Island and finally the City of Hobart.

Grand port Arthur

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Visit the Port Arthur site displaying our past convict era and of early Australian heritage. Port Arthur is a harsh contrast to the beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. Enjoy the sights of the Aquatic Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens and Government House.Travel east across the Tasman Bridge as you head out on the Tasman Highway. Marvel at Pirates Bay and Eaglehawk neck. Skirt along Norfolk Bay on the Tasman Peninsula.

Relax on a Harbour cruise on Carnarvon Bay to the Isle of the Dead. Take the opportunity to discover the highlights of the Tasman National Park and Tasman Arch.Be amazed at the magnitude of the Devil’s Kitchen before your scenic return journey.

Grand Hobart

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Discover Hobart in a day on this tour full of sights. Crowned by alpine vegetation, dusted by snow in winter, Mt Wellington enables you to glimpse the unfolding panorama of river, fields and the aquatic setting of Hobart and its surrounds.Wonder at sites such as Sullivan’s Cove, Parliament House, Salamanca Place, Princes Park, St George’s Church and Battery Point. Experience stunning views of Wrest Point Casino, exclusive Sandy Bay, Anglesea Barracks and St David’s Park.

Learn about Hobart history with informative commentary from your local guide as you see spectacles such as the Treasury Building, Town Hall, the Museum, Queens Domain and Government House before crossing the Tasman Bridge over the Derwent River.

See Kangaroo Bay Marina and Bellerive before pausing at Rosny Hill. Explore the unique and historic town of Richmond and enjoy the sights such as the bridge, the Gaol, convict built homes, cottages and quirky shops. Relax on your scenic return journey.

Wildlife Option:
Experience Bonorong Wildlife Park offering close up experiences of Australian native animals and see a Tasmanian Devil.

Port Arthur and Salamanca market

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Experience the charm and colour of the famous Salamanca Markets, Hobart’s most popular and delightful marketplace.

Explore the sights and surrounds of Port Arthur with an informative and in depth tour of this amazing port side town. Discover Pirates Bay and be taken on a guided walk of the historic convict site.

Cruise on Carnarvon Bay around the Isle of the Dead and view the highlights of Tasman National Park.
Gaze at the amazing Tasman Arch and be treated to amazing views of the rugged coastline, also be amazed by the magnitude of the Devils Kitchen.

Hobart highlights

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Enjoy touring the highlights of Hobart such as Sullivan’s Cove, Parliament House, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Constitution Dock and the ABC Buildings.Listen to informative commentary as you travel on the Brooker Highway passing North Hobart and Newton. View the Derwent Entertainment Centre before you travel east, towards Richmond, one of Australia’s most unique and historic towns.Cross the Richmond Bridge, the oldest road bridge in Australia. You have the chance to view Richmond Gaol that was operational from 1826.

Explore the town of Richmond as you visit convict built homes, classic Georgian mansions and cottages and many unique shops and galleries before your scenic return journey.

Tasmanian devils

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Discover such sights a Constitution Dock, the ABC Buildings, the Derwent Entertainment Centre and North Hobart.Experience Bonorong Wildlife Park offering close up experiences of Australian native animals. You may even have the chance to get warm and friendly with a Tasmanian Devil.Encounter many native animals such as Quolls, Wombats, Koalas, Sugar Gliders, Kangaroos and more as you take a guided tour of the park.Explore the unique and historic town of Richmond and enjoy the sights such as the bridge, the Gaol, convict built homes, cottages and quirky shops. Relax on your scenic return journey.

Hobart city

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Explore Hobart, a city built on the pain and toil of yesteryear English convicts. Discover sights such as Sullivan’s Cove, Parliament House, Salamanca Place, Princes Park, St George’s Church and Battery Point.

Experience stunning views of Wrest Point Casino, exclusive Sandy Bay, Anglesea Barracks and St David’s Park. Be amazed by views of Mt Wellington and enticed by Cascade Gardens and Brewery.

Learn about Hobart history with informative commentary from your local guide as you see sights such as the Treasury Building, Town Hall, the Museum, Queens Domain and Government House before crossing the Tasman Bridge over the Derwent River.

Marvel at spectacular views over Kangaroo Bay Marina and Bellerive before pausing at Rosny Hill to take in the delightful scenery of this gorgeous city and its surrounds.

Cradle mountain national park

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Awaken your senses to the magnificent splendour that is Cradle Mountain.Enjoy the stunning sights as you go deep into the Tasmanian forest. Experience the solitary wilderness of waterfalls, glacial lakes, rainforest, wildlife and unsurpassed beauty of this World Heritage listed National Park.Discover many walks throughout the rainforest. Catch your breathe as you first glimpse the craggy outcrop of majestic Cradle Mountain towering above sparkling Dove Lake plateau.You have many opportunities to take photographs of nature at its best while you explore a unique paradise.

Launceston highlights

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Discover the highlights of Launceston with its Victorian streetscapes and historical architecture.Delight in an afternoon of pleasure in the delectable and storybook Tamar Valley.Enjoy informative commentary as you follow the tranquil yet spectacular Tamar River amongst vineyards, bird havens, elegant country houses, fruit orchards and fishing villages all set against the rolling hills of the Australian bush.Indulge yourself at Grindelwald Swiss village and enjoy Tasmania’s fine wine at Rosevears Estate before your scenic return journey.