Western Wilderness

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Western Wilderness

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Fully Guided Coach Group Scenic
Our Price From 5,630 Per Person
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 Trip Length
9 Days
 Trip Starts
Hobart
 Trip Finishes
Launceston
9 Day Western Wilderness Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Australia
Our Price From 5,630 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 208 Per Person
 Trip Length
7 Days
 Trip Starts
Hobart
 Trip Finishes
Launceston
9 Day Western Wilderness Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Australia
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Departures
Budget
Premium
Max. Group Size
36
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
TWW-1
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Departures
Budget
Premium
Max. Group Size
36
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
TWW-1

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 9 Day Western Wilderness. A great passion for nature, history, culture and food defines this little southern island. With some of the most magnificent untouched wilderness in the world, a rich convict legacy, Tasmania is a treat for the senses, no matter what your appetite.
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 7 Day Western Wilderness. A great passion for nature, history, culture and food defines this little island. Fall in love with the Tasmanian capital Hobart. Then head south to the World Heritage-listed convict enclave of Port Arthur before heading into the stunning wilderness of Freycinet National Park. The extraordinary Wineglass Bay will capture your imagination before you make your way from the coast to the riverside city of Launceston.

Itinerary

Welcome to Hobart and the Apple Isle. Your two night Special Stay includes a special Taste of Tasmania welcome dinner. (D)

Delve into Tasmania’s convict past with a visit to World Heritage-listed Port Arthur. Your guided tour includes a cruise to the Isle of the Dead for a fascinating insight into the lives and deaths of Port Arthur’s past residents, both convicts and free settlers. (B)

Visit the lush rainforest of Mt Field National Park, Tasmania’s oldest National Park, and the location of the spectacular three-tiered Russell Falls.

Enrich: Witness history in the making with your visit to the ‘Wall in the Wilderness’, a wood-carved history of the Central Tasmanian Highlands. A continuous work in progress, Greg Duncan has hand-carved a series of scenes into panels commemorating those who have shaped the area’s past and present.

Travel to Queenstown before arriving in the picturesque village of Strahan for your two night stay. (B/D)

World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. From the luxury of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, enjoy a gourmet lunch of local Tasmanian delicacies. This evening, see a performance of ‘The Ship That Never Was’, a play which highlights the history and classic characters of the convict era in Western Tasmania. (B/L)

Keep your fingers crossed for clear skies this morning to be treated to magnificent views of Cradle Mountain and breathtaking reflections on Dove Lake. Hear the stories from your local guide about the intrepid early settlers of this area. Take in the pristine alpine vistas of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, where you’ll enjoy your overnight stay. (B/D)

Leave the mountains for the coastal towns of Burnie and Penguin. Visit Hellyers Road Distillery and take the whisky walk, learning about how whisky is distilled and matured in Tasmania. Enjoy the rugged coastline on the way to the village of Stanley. Enjoy Tasmanian hospitality tonight as you stay in Smithton. (B/D)

Visit the town of Sheffield and discover its history, geography, wildlife and people from the murals that are painted on the walls across town. Upon arriving in the charming city of Launceston, visit Cataract Gorge and ride the chairlift to take in its beautiful scenic views. Enjoy your two night stay. (B/L)

Enrich: Discover the grounds of Josef Chromy winery with a guided walk. This cool climate winery is well known for producing varieties of red, white and sparkling wines. Enjoy lunch with matching wines. (B/L/D)

It’s time to say farewell to new-found friends and the wonders of Tasmania.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

Welcome to Hobart and the Apple Isle. Your two-night Scenic Special Stay features splendid harbour views. Once you’ve unpacked, go for a stroll around picturesque Salamanca Wharf before a special Taste of Tasmania welcome dinner. (D)

Delve into Tasmania’s convict past with a visit to World Heritage-listed Port Arthur. Your guided tour includes a cruise to the Isle of the Dead for a fascinating insight into the lives and deaths of Port Arthur’s past residents, both convicts and free settlers. (B)

Today you'll depart Hobart for the breathtaking Freycinet National Park, but along the way you'll stop in Richmond and see the Richmond Bridge. Built by convict labourers in 1825, it's the oldest stone arch bridge in Australia. (B/D)

Enrich: Visit the Tasmanian Wool Centre in the convict town of Ross. Your local guide will share stories of the town’s history and the influence of its first export – wool.

Enjoy your two-night Scenic Special Stay at your secluded lodge, overlooking Great Oyster Bay.

Sunset Drinks: Enjoy a glass of Tasmanian Sparkling as the sun sets.

Explore the magnificent Freycinet National Park, where you’ll discover incredible natural wonders. Cruise on Wineglass Bay with its white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise waters and enjoy dramatic coastal views from Cape Tourville. (B)

Enrich: Discover the award-winning cheeses of Pyengana Dairy Company, reputed to produce Australia’s finest cheddar, and delight your tastebuds with a delicious sampling.

Journey from the coast via Legerwood and encounter a unique World War I memorial. Planted in 1918, 25 trees have been carved into sculptures of WWI soldiers. From there, it's only an hour before you arrive in the riverside city of Launceston. Enjoy a two-night stay at your landmark hotel, itself forged from a heritage grain silo building. (B/D)

Visit Cataract Gorge, an oasis of wilderness on the South Esk River amid the urban sprawl of Launceston. Ride the chairlift to take in its beautiful scenic views and marvel at just how close this slice of rugged nature is to the city centre. (B/L)

Enrich: Discover the grounds of Josef Chromy winery with a guided walk. This cool climate winery is well known for producing varieties of red, white and sparkling wines. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch with matching wines.

It’s time to say farewell to new-found friends and the wonders of Tasmania.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Handcrafted Luxury
Handcrafted Luxury

With Scenic, perks and privileges come included. Enjoy a full range of luxurious benefits that will enhance your experience throughout your journey. Read more

Special Stays
Special Stays

Scenic hotels are selected on a combination of location, character and ambiance to ensure your hotel stay is reflective of your destination. Read more

Scenic Enrich
Scenic Enrich

Scenic's expert Journey Designers have handpicked a range of unique and unforgettable experiences that will be amongst the highlights of your journey. Read more

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The nth Degree

Scenic have thought about the details so you don't have to, from personal airport transfers, comfortable coaches and local guides. All tips and gratuities are included. Read more

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Scenic Freechoice

Choose from a vast range of activities, ensuring you only see what you want to see, and do what you want to do, at a tempo that suits you. Read more

Freechoice Dining
Freechoice Dining

You'll be delighted by the sheer range of dining options available, from local and indigenous fare to specialty cuisines from around the world.

Handcrafted Luxury
Handcrafted Luxury

With Scenic, perks and privileges come included. Enjoy a full range of luxurious benefits that will enhance your experience throughout your journey. Read more

Special Stays
Special Stays

Scenic hotels are selected on a combination of location, character and ambiance to ensure your hotel stay is reflective of your destination. Read more

Scenic Enrich
Scenic Enrich

Scenic's expert Journey Designers have handpicked a range of unique and unforgettable experiences that will be amongst the highlights of your journey. Read more

The nth Degree
The nth Degree

Scenic have thought about the details so you don't have to, from personal airport transfers, comfortable coaches and local guides. All tips and gratuities are included. Read more

Scenic Freechoice
Scenic Freechoice

Choose from a vast range of activities, ensuring you only see what you want to see, and do what you want to do, at a tempo that suits you. Read more

Freechoice Dining
Freechoice Dining

You'll be delighted by the sheer range of dining options available, from local and indigenous fare to specialty cuisines from around the world.

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