DAY 1 Departure
Today we depart Melbourne on our Private chartered flight to Flinders
Island. On arrival, we will first visit the Furneaux Islands museum that
covers the history of the entire Furneaux Islands. We then visit the
Wybalenna Historic Site. A chapel and cemetery are about all that remain
of this settlement which was built to ‘care for’ Tasmanian aboriginal
people who were relocated from mainland Tasmania. Between 1834
and 1847, more than 150 people died here from poor food, disease and
despair. We then check into our hotel. This evening enjoy a welcome
dinner to welcome the group to Flinders Island!
DAY 2 Flinders Island
Today we explore the pristine and dramatic environment of Flinders
Island. We first travel to see the Blue Rocks, a dramatic coastal formation
of granite. We then visit spectacular Sawyers Bay. We see the granite
boulders in the sea with Mt Strzelecki in the background. You will then
have the opportunity to do one of the Great Short Walks of Tasmania
from Allports Bay to Castle Rock. If you don’t wish to walk, we will drive
you to Castle Rock. Located on the beach this enormous rock is popular
with photographers for dramatic photographs. We travel to the capital
Whitemark for a lunch stop and time to explore the small town. We also
visit The Bowman History Room. This amazing collection of shop items,
photographs and account books from 1921 onwards traces both the
growth of one family and their business. We will then have some time
to explore the capital town of Whitemark. This afternoon we travel to
Trousers Point and admire the beautiful coastal beach with its granite
boulders covered in bright red lichen. There is a short walk that you can
do that is classified as one of the Great Short Walks of Tasmania.
DAY 3 Flinders Island
Today we travel to the top of Flinders Island. We first visit the North East
River which is at the Northern most part of the island. We will have time
to walk along the river and explore the top of the island. We then travel
to the Killiecrankie Area where there will be time for lunch. Relax or swim
on the spectacular beach. We have a chance to fossick for Killiecrankie
diamonds that exist on the beaches and creeks around spectacular
Mt Killiecrankie. This will require a walk around the bay. We then visit
Walkers lookout for an amazing view over the island. We then visit a local winery for a wine tasting of their unique wines.
We return to
our hotel late afternoon.
DAY 4 Cradle Mountain
This morning we depart Flinders Island and fly to Launceston. On arrival
we will be transferred to the famous Cradle Mountain National Park
where we stay for the next two nights. We will the see the Tasmanian
Devils, the unique marsupials that are only to found in Tasmania. They
are a threatened species in danger of dying out. This evening enjoy are
included dinner.
DAY 5 Cradle Mountain
Today we explore Cradle Mountain National Park. We visit the beautiful
Dove Lake with the amazing views of Cradle Mountain behind. There
will be an option of doing the Dove Lake walk, one of the Great Short
Walks of Tasmania. This evening we enjoy our included dinner.
DAY 6 Stanley
This morning we depart Cradle Mountain and travel to the town of Stanley on the North West coast of Tasmania. On arrival we visit Highfield House. It represents a stunning example of early colonial architecture from the Regency Period. It was built from 1826 with convict labour and was the house of the manager of the Van Diemen’s land company which was created by royal charter and was granted 250,000 acres in Tasmania in 1825 which also included Woolnorth.
DAY 7 Stanley
Today we travel to visit the historic farm of Woolnorth, owned by the Van Diemen’s Land Company chartered in 1826. Many of the buildings date back to various periods in the 19th century. It is Australia’s largest dairy farm and is also known for its Cape Grim beef. On the tour we see the historic precinct, the wind farms and the breath taking Cape Grim where we see the wonderful coastline, breathe the Cleanest Air in the World, and witness all the islands off the NW coast of Tasmania. A fantastic highlight of the tour! We return to Stanley and have a tour of the historic town and take the chairlift up the Nut, the remains of an ancient volcanic plug. Enjoy the fantastic 360 degree views over the town of Stanley, the sea and the spectacular coast line and take the Great Short Walk around the top. We then see the home where Prime minister Joseph Lyons was born in 1879. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
DAY 8 King Island
This morning we transfer to Wynyard Airport and then fly to King Island. On arrival we transfer to our hotel. We then visit the King Island Dairy for a cheese tasting and see the Currie lighthouse which was built in 1880 and the Flinders Island Maritime Museum which illustrates the history of the many ships that have been wrecked on the coast of Flinders Island. This includes the Cataraqui which was wrecked in 1845 and was Australia’s worst maritime disaster with the loss of 400 lives. We then check into our hotel.
DAY 9 King Island
Today we travel north and first visit Shag Lagoon a renowned bird watching location. We then visit Quarantine Bay and see offshore Christmas Island and New Year Islands. We visit the Shannon Wreck site at Yellow Rock River. This afternoon we visit the impressive Cape Wickham Lighthouse, at 48 metres, is Australia’s tallest lighthouse. We see the Cape Wickham golf course which is ranked as the number 1 public course in Australia. There will be time for lunch at the golf course café. We travel on to spectacular Disappointment Bay, Penny’s Lagoon and Martha Lavinia Beach, known as one of the world’s best surf breaks. We then go down to the harbour to watch the local penguins making their way home for the night. We then return to our hotel.
DAY 10 King Island
Heading south today we first visit the amazing 7,000 year old Calcified Forest. The remnant trees and branches have been turned to stone. Admire King Island’s spectacular rugged coastline at Seal Rocks. We then return to Currie for an included King Island Pie Lunch at the king Island Bakery. Sample these unique pies that include King Island beef, King Island cheese and other local ingredients. We visit the town of Naracoopa and visit Sea Elephant Bay, which is very historic. Finally we visit King Island’s Kelp Factory discovering one of the island’s largest industries. At British Admiral Beach see where harvesters collect the kelp which is then processed for a wide variety of uses. We will have a final night included dinner to celebrate our tour.
DAY 11 Departure
This morning we transfer to the airport for the flight back to Melbourne and connecting ports. The tour concludes.
| TWIN FARE PER PERSON | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|
| $5,950 | $7,100 |
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd, (ABN 64 005 817 078)
is the tour operator.
TOUR COSTS:
The tour costs are based on general transport, entry, and accommodation costs. Travelrite reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid or modify arrangements. No alterations to price will be made within 60 days of departure from Australia.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
A deposit of $950 per passenger for is
required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 60 days
before departure for the Tasmania Exploration tour. Payment may be
made by cheque or cash a 1.5% administration fee will be charged on
payments made by credit cards.
CANCELLATION CHARGES:* *Cancellation charges do not apply to future tour/cruise credit. Tour/cruise credits are non-refundable.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 61 days or more | loss of deposit |
| 60 days or less | loss 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
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tour at a modified cost.
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REFUNDS:
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refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or other
services not utilized after the tour has commenced.
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tour and/or make such changes in the tour as may be found desirable or
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423 Whitehorse Road
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operating special interest tours for 30 years, and now runs over 120
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