AAT Kings - Tassie’s East Coast Highlights Itinerary

East Coast Highlights
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 Welcome to Launceston

You don’t have to arrive early into Launceston, but we highly recommend you do. Time on your side? Walk the short distance to Cataract Gorge, home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world. It’s quite the ride, taking you up high into this intensely beautiful, and spiritual, place. Otherwise, meet your Travel Director and fellow Tassie companions for a drink in the evening.

Flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Launceston Airport

Accommodation: Launceston - 1 Night

Launceston
With its distinct style and personalised guest services – all features of the best western pluss brand, whether your travel needs are for leisure or work, the Best Western Plus Launceston hotel caters for all guest needs with comfort and ease. Staying at the best western Launceston locates you close to several Launceston attractions, and a short walk from the main shopping area.
 Best Western Plus Launceston

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Bicheno - Lavender Fields

Bridestowe is an assault on all your senses – in the best possible way. See the contoured rows contrasted against the rich red volcanic soils backdropped by the horizon-wide sky and when in flower (late Spring to early Summer) the rich purple tones add a whole other dimension. Then the musky aroma of the flowers, which has an instant calming effect. And the taste, beyond anything you ever imagined – try a lavender ice-cream, jams and teas, and thank us later. It’s a tasty entrée to the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers. Come dusk in Bicheno, sign up to spot tuxedoed little penguins waddle to shore from the water.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Bicheno - 1 Night

Bicheno - Lavender Fields
Accommodation:
Stay at this centrally located Bicheno resort, situated directly opposite the beach and minutes from scuba diving, fishing spots and penguin tours. The Beachfront at Bicheno is the most ideally located accommodation in Bicheno. Located opposite the beach, Beachfront at Bicheno affords breathtaking views of Waubs Bay and is the perfect base to explore Tasmania’s stunningly beautiful east coast.
Best Western Bicheno

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Freycinet National Park – Hobart

The colours at Freycinet National Park are so vivid you’ll think someone has taken the glasses off your nose and cleaned them for the first time: The patchwork of ocean blues that lap Coles Bay. The dramatic pink granite cliffs. There’s a reason why Freycinet adventures star on postcards. The other place on postcards is Richmond, its grand 1820s Georgian buildings today home to bijou boutiques, galleries and cafés that appear to be lost in time. Your last stop for the day is to the shores of the Derwent River where local palawa will welcome you to country and show off some local bush tucker.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hobart - 2 nights

Freycinet National Park
Accommodation:
The Best Western Hobart is family friendly hotel located in Hobarts City Centre on the historical waterfront, an area well known for its vibrant restaurants, cafes, bars. Salamanca Place is a short 10-minute walk away. The hotel boasts 141 spacious rooms with modern, fresh decor that offer views of either Mount Wellington or Derwent River. On-site parking is also available
Best Western Hobart

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Port Arthur

Today, explore Port Arthur Historic Site, taking a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and a fascinating walk with a local expert of the remains of Port Arthur’s infamous convict prison. There will be time for you to wander the site at your leisure. On the drive back to Hobart, see the amazing natural rock formations of the craggy Tasman Arch, the Devil’s Kitchen, the Blowhole and the Totem Pole This evening, mingle with your fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner in one of Hobart’s popular restaurants.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Port Arthur

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 Farewell from Hobart

Short and sweet and packed with highlights – this Tasmanian tour is sure to inspire future travels. Say farewell to your fellow travellers when your holiday comes to an end this morning after breakfast.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Flights to depart anytime from Hobart Airport

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What Elizabeth says about this tour: Take a small chunk of time to see some of the best of Tasmania from the fascinating colonial penal colony past to the stunning coastline of Freycinet National Park. The expert guide and driver make this such a rewarding trip - their knowledge about Tasmania is the number one reason people enjoy this trip, second is the cost savings travelling with a group.
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