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Budget Tasmania Tours

3 Day ‘East Coast Explorer’

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 Columba’s 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. (BL) Finishes
Hobart approximately 6.00pm

Tour Prices: 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Adult: Hostel: Dorm - AU$425
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - AU$465
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - AU$575
Motel/Lodge: Single - $AU685
Child: Hostel: Dorm - AU$340
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - AU$370
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - AU$460
+ $10 fuel levy

Dates: Apr, Oct, Nov: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun, Mon
May-Sep: Wed, Sun
Dec-Mar: Daily

Finishes Hobart approximately 6.00pm

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

15kg luggage limit

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

•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 & National Park requirements.
•Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel.

3 Day ‘Wild & Green’ West Coast Tour

Day 1 - Hobart to Tullah
Departing Hobart we travel to Mount Field National Park - hike to Russell Falls and join the ‘Tall Trees’ Walk where you will see the world’s tallest flowering plant, the Swamp Gum. We continue on to picturesque Lake St Clair (the deepest lake in Australia) for lunch then head to the historic mining town of Tullah via Queenstown, doing various walks along the way. We stay overnight at the cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet, surrounded by lakes and mountains. (LD)

Day 2 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
We hike to Montezuma Falls, Tasmania’s highest waterfall, through stunning rainforest. We then visit the awesome Henty Sand Dunes where you can explore on foot, take a quad bike tour (optional extra). Later we call in at the picturesque coastal village of Strahan before returning to Tullah where you can catch your breath or go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or take a horse ride through the surrounding hills (optional extra.) Overnight Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (BLD)

Day 3 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk around beautiful Dove Lake or challenge yourself with a more strenuous bush walk (unguided) exploring this spectacular area. This afternoon we further explore the mid north od the state before finishing in Devonport. (BL)

:: Tour Prices 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2008
Hostel: Dorm - $AU440
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU475
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU595
Motel/Lodge: Single - $AU710
plus $10 fuel levy

Departs 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2007
April, October & November - Hobart 7.00am Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
May - September - Hobart 7.00am Thu, Sun,
December - March - Hobart 7.00am Daily

Finishes Devonport approx. 5.30pm

:: What to Bring Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing (even in summer), waterproof jacket & pants, water bottle, insect repellent, camera & film

15kg luggage limit

:: What's Included Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, canoe & bike hire at Tullah, sand-boarding

Notes
• Passengers can connect with the evening departure of the ferry in Devonport.
•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.
•Fuel levy of $10 per person and park fees of $10 per person are payable on departure.
•Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions & National Park requirements.
•Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel.

6 Day ‘Taste of Tasmania’

Day 1 - Hobart to Tullah
We travel to Mount Field National Park, walking to Russell Falls and the ‘Tall Trees Walk’. We continue on to Lake St Clair then head to the historic mining town of Tullah, doing various walks along the way. Overnight at cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (LD)

Day 2 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
We hike to Montezuma Falls, then take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes or take a quad bike tour (at own expense). We call in at Strahan then return to Tullah to go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or horse riding (at own expense). Overnight Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (BLD)

Day 3 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk around beautiful Dove Lake or challenge yourself with a more strenuous hike (unguided) to view Cradle Mountain. This afternoon we further explore the mid north of the state before arriving at our overnight accommodation in Devonport. (BL)

Day 4 - 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 Columba’s 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 5 - 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 6 - 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. (BL)

:: Tour Prices: 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Adult: Hostel: Dorm - $AU795
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU880
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU1105
Motel/Lodge: Single - $AU1395
Child: Hostel: Dorm - $AU635
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU705
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU885
+ $10 fuel levy

Departs 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2007
April, October & November - Hobart 7.00am Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
May - September - Hobart 7.00am Thu, Sun
December - March - Hobart 7.00am Daily

Finishes Hobart approx. 6.00pm

:: What to Bring Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing (even in summer), waterproof jacket & trousers, water bottle, insect repellent, camera & film, motion sickness tablets.

15kg luggage limit

:: What's Included Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, canoe and bike hire at Tullah, entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including the harbour cruise).

Max People 21

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.
• Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions & National Park requirements. • Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel.
• Park fees of $30 per person and fuel levy of $10 per person are payable upon departure.
• It is recommended passengers depart Hobart the following day. If flights are booked from Hobart Airport on Day 6, they must depart on/after 7.30pm.

7 Day ‘Top to Tail’ Tasmania

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 Columba’s 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. (BL)

Day 4 - Hobart & surrounds
Spend a day at leisure enjoying the sights of Hobart. Some recommended activities are: Derwent River Cruise on the historical square rigger ‘Lady Nelson’, a tour of the Cascade Brewery or the Cadbury Chocolate Factory (only week days), half day bike hire or a trip up Mt Wellington. (All activities are subject to availability and at own expense). Overnight in Hobart. (Meals at own expense)

Day 5 - Hobart to Tullah
We travel to Mount Field National Park, walking to Russell Falls and the ‘Tall Trees Walk’. We continue on to Lake St Clair then head to the historic mining town of Tullah, doing various walks along the way. Overnight at cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (LD)

Day 6 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
We hike to Montezuma Falls, then take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes or take a quad bike tour (at own expense). We call in at Strahan then return to Tullah to go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or horse riding (at own expense). Overnight Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (BLD)

Day 7 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk around beautiful Dove Lake or challenge yourself with a more strenuous hike (unguided) to view Cradle Mountain. This afternoon we further explore the mid north of the state before finishing in Devonport. (BL)

:: Tour Prices: 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2008
Adult: Hostel: Dorm - $AU810
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU920
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU1180
Motel/Lodge: Single - $AU1520
Child: Hostel: Dorm - $AU650
Hostel: Twin/Dbl - $AU735
Motel/Lodge: Twin/Dbl - $AU945
+ $10 fuel levy

Departs 1st April 2006 - 31st March 2007:
April, October & November - Devonport 7.30am Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun, Mon,Launceston 9.15am Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun, Mon
May - September - Devonport 7.30am Wed, Sun, Launceston 9.15am Wed, Sun
December - March - Devonport 7.30am Daily, Launceston 9.15am Daily

Finishes Devonport approx. 5.30pm

:: What to Bring Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing (even in summer), waterproof jacket & trousers, water bottle, insect repellent, camera & film, motion sickness tablets

15kg luggage limit

:: What's Included Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated, canoe & bike hire at Tullah, entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including the harbour cruise).

Max People 21

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.
•Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions & National Park requirements. •Tour must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day prior to travel.
Fuel levy of $10 per person and park fees $30 per person are payable on departure.
•It is recommended that passengers departing Devonport by air do so the following day. Should flights be booked from Devonport on Day 3, they must depart on/after 7.30pm.