Yule-tide Tassie

Departs 21 December 2021

DAY 1 – Launceston  – 21 December 21

Arrive into Launceston by 4 pm to check into your hotel.  Meet in the evening for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant (D)

Overnight: Peppers Silos Launceston (or similar)

DAY 2 – Launceston & Tassie’s North East – 22nd December 21

After a morning cruise in the Cataract Gorge you’ll explore the North East region of Tasmania, tasting some of the local delicacies on the way, including a vineyard, distillery and lavender farm. (B,L,D)

Overnight: Peppers Silos Launceston (or similar)

DAY 3 – Launceston to Cradle Mountain – 23rd December 21

This morning you take a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Heritage & Mine Museum before driving through the rolling farm land and winding forest roads to Cradle Mountain. You stop to take in a relaxed lunch overlooking the Western Tiers before time to explore the quaint village of Sheffield. This evening you will enjoy a private nocturnal wildlife tour within Cradle Mountain National Park.
(B,L,D)

Overnight: Peppers Cradle Mountain (or similar)

DAY 4 – Cradle Mountain

After a leisurely morning, today you take a tour of the stunning Gunns Plains Caves before a delicious lunch and tasting at a local vineyard. Arriving back at Cradle Mountain, the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure before a sumptuous group dinner at the lodge. (B,L,D)

Overnight: Peppers Cradle Mountain (or similar)

DAY 5 – Cradle Mountain – 25th December 21

Celebrate Christmas morning with a guided tour of Dove Lake in the heart of the Cradle Mountain National Park. Celebrations continue with a full Christmas lunch and festivities before a relaxed afternoon at leisure. (B,L,D) (B,L,D)

Overnight: Peppers Cradle Mountain (or similar)

DAY 6  – Cradle Mountain to Hobart – 26th December 21

Leaving the mountain behind you travel through the ever changing landscape towards Hobart. This morning you stop at Queenstown for a fascinating insight into the region’s mining and forestry history before continuing on to Hobart. On way you visit Mt Field National Park and view the famous Russell Falls (B,L,D)

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel (or similar)

DAY 7 – Hobart & Tassie’s South West – 27th December 21

This morning you venture into the south west wilderness to explore the ancient forests on a guided tour at the Tahune Airwalk. In the afternoon you stop at Willie Smiths Apple Shed for a fascinating distillery experience. (B,L,D)

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel (or similar)

DAY 8 – Hobart & Bruny Island  – 28th December 21

Enjoy a full day exploring the spectacular Bruny Island, tasting all of the delicacies from this region’s abundant artisan producers. Our gastronomic journey includes tastings of honey, oysters, cheese, beer, fudge and a delectable lunch. This evening you will enjoy a special celebratory dinner. (B,L,D)

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel (or similar)

DAY 9 – Hobart – 29th December 21

Your tour ends today with a transfer to the airport. (B)

• Professional services of a Tour Director; who is a knowledgeable and helpful local expert
• Professional services of a Travel Wellbeing Concierge, who will work to ensure COVID- 19 protocols are met and assist with the ’on road’ travel arrangements.
• Transport on air-conditioned motorcoach
• Hotels listed as per itinerary or similar standard
• Meals: 8 Breakfasts (B), 7 Lunches (L) and 8 dinners (D)
• Drinks: 1 Drink with included Lunches, 2 Drinks with included Dinners

Remember small group tours sell fast… contact us today if you are interested in this itinerary.