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VACATION ENHANCING TOURS COLES BAY 1 Make the most of your vacation, and book your tours before your trip. Everything is pre-arranged, so all you have to do is enjoy! CRADLE MOUNTAIN HOBART Grand Port Arthur Travel down the Tasman Peninsula to the Port Arthur Historic Site, rich in visual history. Take a guided tour of the convict ruins, cruise on Carnarvon Bay, and take a walking tour of the "Isle of the Dead". Return to Hobart and view spectacular coastal scenery, including Tasman's Arch and Devil's Kitchen. (Full-day) Bruny Island Wilderness Coast Travel south to Kettering for the ferry crossing to Bruny Island. After morning tea, travel along the neck beside Isthmus Bay, while searching for wildlife. Board your boat for a three-hour cruise featuring Nature's Cathedral; towering cliffs; the Blow Hole at Breathing Rock; stunning sea caves; rock formations; and incredible flora and fauna. (Full-day, including lunch and morning tea) Six-Day Wilderness Experience Tour This tour travels from Hobart to Queenstown via Russell Falls then onto the World Heritage-listed rainforest of Bird River. Travel to Derwent Bridge and Lake St. Clair, the deepest lake in Australia. See Tasmania's best unspoiled wilderness. On day three, choose from a Gordon River cruise or four-wheel drive tour of Montezuma Falls. Return to Strahan for a free afternoon exploring the many sights. The tour travels north to Stanley, followed by Leven Canyon, and returning to Hobart. (Includes all meals, accommodations and excursions.) Consult your travel agent for more details on these and other tours. 28 Tasmania 2 HOBART 3 4 FREYCINET LODGE o o o H Freycinet Lodge is uniquely located within the Freycinet National Park, providing a unique wilderness area with a variety of ecosystems. The Lodge was thoughtfully designed to work in harmony with the natural beauty of its surroundings, and is within walking distance of Wineglass Bay. A variety of tastefully appointed one- and two-room cabins are yours to enjoy. PEPPERS CRADLE MOUNTAIN LODGE o o o H Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge is set on the northern edge of the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain/Lake St. Clair National Park in northwestern Tasmania. This non-smoking lodge is a warm, rustic retreat nestled in the Tasmanian wilderness, and provides a superb escape with cozy cabins, fine cuisine, and activities. Private timber cabins set discreetly among tree-lined ranges offer breathtaking natural views. THE HENRY JONES ART HOTEL o o o o H The Henry Jones is Australia's first and only dedicated art hotel. Located on Hunter Street, directly opposite Victoria Dock, it is a quick stroll away from the city center and the internationally renowned Salamanca Market. Designed by award-winning architects, this former jam factory has been transformed, showcasing the work of Tasmania's finest visual and performing artists. Most suites have close harbor views. MERCURE HADLEYS HOBART HOTEL o o o H This non-smoking hotel is ideally located right in the heart of Hobart's city center, making it a perfect base for optimal sightseeing. Salamanca Market, Constitution Dock and Hobart's shopping center are all within easy walking distance. A recent complete restoration and refurbishment will delight the senses. Spacious heritage rooms reveal Victorian-style mahogany furniture and graceful soft furnishings.

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