2016/17 - TM Tasmania

26 Southern Serenity Cruise 14 Days | Launceston | Hobart | Port Arthur | Port Davey | Freycinet National Park | Maria Island Admire a myriad shades of green and Recherche Bay YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 6 nights premium accommodation 7 nights aboard Coral Expeditions I Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver (Days 1-5 only) Services of a professional Captain and attentive crew onboard (Days 7-14) Captain's Welcome Drinks and Farewell Dinner during your cruise All sightseeing, cruises, tours and entrance fees as specified Airport and ship transfers, and porterage 30 delicious meals – 13 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L), 9 Dinners (D) and 2 Feature Dinners (FD) INSIDER EXPERIENCES Take a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre Enjoy canapés and a Welcome Drink at James Boag's Brewery Visit Bridestowe Lavender Estate and sample the lavender fare Explore Freycinet National Park Discover convict history at Port Arthur Dine overlooking the waterfront at Customs House Restaurant in Hobart Enjoy two days to explore Port Davey, in the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area Explore the sweeping bays and historic ruins of Maria Island Day 1. Arrive Launceston, Beaconsfield. On arrival, transfer to your hotel In Launceston. After settling in, enjoy a journey following the Tamar River. Like a Local – visit the gold mining town of Beaconsfield, and take a tour of the Mine & Heritage Centre. A Taste of Tasmania – this evening, enjoy canapés and a Welcome Drink at the James Boag's Brewery, followed by a Welcome Dinner. Stay: Launceston, Best Western Plus. FD Day 2. Launceston, Freycinet National Park, Bicheno. Drive through the wine-producing area of northern Tasmania. Like a Local – at Bridestowe Lavender Estate, enjoy a tour of the distillery and sample the lavender- inspired fare. Next it's on to East Coast Natureworld, where you'll meet a Tasmanian devil and other native animals. Like a Local – travel into Freycinet National Park and enjoy a walk with a naturalist guide. Then continue on to Bicheno. Later, perhaps gain an insight into the lives of little penguins (see page 29). Stay: Beachfront Bicheno. BD Day 3. Bicheno, Ross, Richmond, Hobart. Discover the historic heart of Tasmania at Campbell Town and Ross. Then travel via Richmond, home to the Richmond Bridge, on the way to Hobart, where you'll enjoy a city tour. Stay (Three Nights): Hobart, RACV/RACT Hobart Apartment Hotel. BD Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, Hobart. Like a Local – embark on a tour of the Port Arthur Historic Site, once Australia's most notorious convict prison. Later, join a cruise around the Isle of the Dead. A Taste of Tasmania – enjoy a delicious dinner overlooking the waterfront at Customs House Restaurant this evening. B, FD Day 5. Hobart, Salamanca Market. Soak up the old-world charm and lively culture of Hobart today during a tour of Salamanca Place, Constitution Dock and the harbour. Then visit Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. B Day 6. Hobart. During a full day at leisure today, you may like to step out and further explore Tasmania's striking capital. Perhaps tour Australia's oldest brewery or visit the unique Museum of Old and New Art (see page 29). B Day 7. Hobart, Embark Coral Expeditions I. After a free morning, board Coral Expeditions I, moored on the Derwent River. At the Captain's Welcome Drinks tonight, indulge in Tasmanian cheese, Bruny Island oysters and sparkling wine as you toast your first night on the water Stay (Seven Nights): Coral Expeditions I. BD Day 8. Grandvewe Cheeses, Recherche Bay. A Taste of Tasmania – the morning takes you to Grandvewe Cheeses, a true Tasmanian institution. Meet the herd responsible for some of Australia's finest sheep cheese and sample award-winning produce. Back on board, the views over Recherche Bay unfold as you cruise deeper into these verdant lands. BLD NEW EXPEDITION CRUISING IN 2016/17 – www.travelmarvel.com.au –

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