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19 Launceston Ross Stanley and The Nut Strahan Coles Bay Bicheno Freycinet National Park Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair Russell Falls Hobart Port Arthur Sheffield Richmond Dove Lake Smithton Beaconsfield Great Lake 1 1 1 1 3 2 Coach Gordon River Cruise No. of nights stay National Parks Find yourself within a whisker of a Tasmanian devil SPIRIT OF TASMANIA SAILING Perhaps travel to and from Devonport aboard the iconic Spirit of Tasmania on an overnight sailing across Bass Strait. Enquire for details and prices. EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 17 FOR DETAILS Day 6. Hobart, Lake St Clair, Strahan. Framed by lush vegetation, the three-tiered Russell Falls is a jewel in the crown of Mt Field National Park. After a short walk to see the famed falls, continue to World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Marvel at the pristine wilderness on the shores of Lake St Clair. Travel by coach to the town of Strahan and enjoy a buffet dinner at View 42º Restaurant and Bar this evening. Stay: Strahan Village Hilltop. BD Day 7. Strahan, Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain. This morning, board a luxury vessel for a unique cruising experience through one of the world's truly stunning wilderness regions. Glide across the still waters of Macquarie Harbour and enter World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Continue cruising to the formal penal colony of Sarah Island. This remote location was the site of Tasmania's oldest convict settlement, operating from 1822 to 1833, and at the time, was also home to the largest ship building yard in Australia. Its towering Huon pines were felled by convicts and floated downstream to be transformed into sailing vessels. Here, enjoy an intriguing tour of these historic convict ruins. Reboard your cruise and pass by the entrance to the Great Southern Ocean, known as Hells Gates. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board before returning to Strahan. Rejoin your coach and journey through stirring landscapes of forests, rivers and lakes, bound for Cradle Mountain. Special Stay – stay amid nature at Cradle Mountain Hotel. Stay: Cradle Mountain Hotel. BLD Day 8. Cradle Mountain, Sheffield, Smithton. Take in the serenity of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. This is quintessential Tasmania, where breathtaking landscapes are covered with alpine flora. Visit Waldheim Chalet and marvel at the views from the shores of Dove Lake. Then travel via the mural town of Sheffield to Stanley, set in the shadow of The Nut. Later, arrive in Tasmania's north-western town of Smithton. Special Stay – relax at the charming Tall Timbers Hotel. A Taste of Tasmania – enjoy a tantalising three-course dinner at Tall Timbers, featuring an array of seasonal produce from local beef to delicious Tasmanian cheeses. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel. B, FD Day 9. Smithton, Great Lake, Launceston. Like a Local – sample some of Tasmania's finest chocolate delights during a special tour at the House of Anvers. Afterwards, journey to the Great Lake and admire the vast body of water that draw anglers from all over Australia. Continue to Launceston, where you'll enjoy a Farewell Dinner and Drink. Stay: Launceston, Best Western Plus. B, FD Day 10. Cataract Gorge, Depart Launceston. A Taste of Tasmania – start the day with an exclusive breakfast, including your hotel's renowned egg and bacon quiches. Explore Cataract Gorge during a guided cruise along the Tamar River. Then visit historic Woolmers Estate before transferring to Launceston Airport. FB 2016/17 DATES & PRICES (A$) 10 Days – Launceston Return (TXT10) 2016 (per person) Twin Share Solo Traveller Mar. 8, 22; Apr. 5, 19. $3,295 $4,245 May 3. $3,295 $4,245 Sept. 20; Oct. 4, 18. $3,495 $4,495 Nov. 1, 15, 29. $3,495 $4,495 Dec. 13, 27. $3,495 $4,495 2017 per person Twin Share Solo Traveller Jan. 10, 24; Feb. 7, 21. $3,495 $4,495 Mar. 7, 21; Apr. 4, 18. $3,495 $4,495 May 2. $3,295 $4,295 Sept. 19; Oct. 3, 17, 31. $3,495 $4,495 Nov. 14, 28. $3,495 $4,495 Dec. 12, 26. $3,495 $4,495 Indicates guaranteed departure. TOUR NOTES Itinerary effective 1 September 2016 – 31 May 2017. Tours outside those dates follow a different itinerary – enquire for details. Seniors Card holders and Aust./New Zealand pensioners deduct $75 per person.