PORT ARTHUR DISCOVERY TOUR Departing your hotel, pass Salamanca Place, Constitution Dock and Battery Point before making your way to the historic village of Richmond. On the way to Port Arthur, Australia’s famous penal settlement, visit Australia’s oldest Catholic church. See various natural attractions on the peninsula's rugged coast, such as Devils Kitchen. The settlement of Port Arthur was created to put fear and hatred into the minds of those unfortunate enough to be sent there. After a light lunch, your guide will escort you around the ruins of the settlement, telling you tales of the hardships suffered by the convicts. End the day with a short cruise around the harbor. Tour is 8 hours and departs daily at 9:00am. Note: Not available 24, 25, 31 Dec 07; 1 Jan 08; 22, 23 Mar 08. Tour Code: PAD -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PEPPERMINT BAY CRUISE On this half day cruise adventure through Hobart’s magnificent waterways, you will be fascinated by secluded bays, dramatic coastline, and sea life viewed from underwater cameras. See sea eagles nesting on cliff faces, Salmon feeding at a fish farm, observe seals, dolphins and migrating whales (when in season). Step ashore at Peppermint Bay and enjoy unsurpassed views of the D’entrecasteaux Channel and the Huon region. Also see the charming village of Woodbridge and browse the local art gallery or shop for local fare before returning to Hobart. Full gourmet lunch is included. Tour is 5 hours and departs daily. Note: Tour does not operate 25 Dec 07. Tour Code: HHE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TWILIGHT WILDLIFE DISCOVERY TOUR Depart your hotel and pass through the historic Docklands area before heading along the shore of the Derwent River. Travel through the historic village of New Norfolk. Visit a wildlife park and come face to face with Australia’s koalas, wombats, wallabies and kangaroos. Visit Lake Fenton and take a stroll to observe the unique flora that surrounds the lake, then see the magnificent Russell Falls in Mt. Field National Park. Watch for the elusive platypus swimming in the Derwent River (conditions permitting). Then enter Mt. Field National Park for a chance to spotlight for wild animals before returning to your Hobart hotel. Tour is 8 hours. Departs daily at 1:00pm. Note: Not available 24, 25, 31 Dec 07; 1 Jan 08; 22, 23 Mar 08. Tour Code: TWD -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BRUNY ISLAND DAY TOUR Wildlife galore! Depart your Hobart hotel and travel along the scenic channel highway to board the ferry to Bruny Island. Board your boat and visit Friar Rocks, home to hundreds of Australian fur seals. Observe sea eagles, gannets, albatross, shearwaters, gulls and cormorants as they hunt in these abundant waters. Enjoy the antics of dolphins and penguins, or perhaps spot whales as they migrate from the Antarctic Ocean. 3-hour cruise includes lunch, morning tea and afternoon tea. Tour is 91/2 hours and departs Sunday–Friday from 1 Oct–30 April at 8:20am. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TAHUNE FOREST AIRWALK Walk through the forest canopy 147 feet above the ground! Visit the Geeveston Forest and Heritage Center, where craftsmen turn raw timber into exquisite creations. Then experience a once in a lifetime adventure as you journey through the forest canopy in absolute safety onto the cantilever viewing platform 147 feet above the ground. Before returning to Hobart visit the circular Shot Tower, one of the last of its type remaining in the world. Includes afternoon tea. Tour is 7 hours and departs Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00am. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SEE TASMANIA SMARTVISIT CARD – 3, 7 & 10 DAY With free admission to a variety of attractions for a single price, it’s the ideal travel companion, offering great value and unbeatable convenience! Includes attractions throughout Tasmania including entry to Port Arthur Historic Site, National Parks Day Pass, Tahune Forest Airwalk, river cruises, sightseeing tours and much more. Comes with a guidebook and a variety of maps and information—ask for details. |
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