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The spectacularly green island-state of
Tasmania is secluded, pristine, and invites
exploration. Our journey brings you to wild
mountains rising above
the sea, magnificent
rainforests of towering
ferns, and tranquil
harbors where charming
villages host lively pubs.
We’ll hike in the Cradle
Mountain wilderness,
a World Heritage Site,
and cruise the azure
bays of the Freycinet Peninsula. Along the
way, you’ll savor the island’s fantastic food
and wine, and enjoy the comforts of our
wonderful accommodations that include
wilderness lodges warmed by roaring fires
and cozy cabins overlooking the deep blue
Tasman Sea.
Days 1-3 Hobart / Mt. Field National Park
Stroll through the lively Saturday market in
Hobart, then hike up Mt. Wellington for sweeping
views of southeastern Tasmania. In Mt. Field
National Park, hike amid lofty tree ferns to the
“Land of the Giants,” with its 250-foot-tall
Eucalyptus regnans trees.
Days 4-6 West Coast / Cradle Mountain
We cross through temperate forests, sail across
Macquarie Harbour with a local historian, and in
the rugged mountains of Cradle Mountain-Lake
St. Clair National Park, set out for day hikes right
from our charming lodge.
Days 7-8 Trowunna Wildlife Park / Freycinet
National Park Meet koalas, wallabies, and
kangaroos at Trowunna, then enjoy wine tasting
en route to dramatic Freycinet National Park.
Our hikes here reveal a landscape of unspoiled
bays and sheer pink granite cliffs.
Days 9-11 Tasman National Park / Port
Arthur Sample fresh oysters in Dunalley, visit a
historic penal colony, then boat along the shores
of the dramatic coast to look for dolphins,
humpbacks, and southern right whales. Depart
on Day 11.
Our explorations on the “island at the edge of the world” combine the best
hiking with fine wine and cuisine for the ultimate Tasmanian adventure.
MITSUAKI IWAGO
“A fabulous trip
with a great leader,
itinerary, and
variety—Tasmania
is truly unique.
This was my best
trip yet!”
Kathy B.
Lafayette CA
BRIAN MCGILLOWAY
HIGHLIGHTS
• Spectacular Cradle Mountain, a World
Heritage Site, and Freycinet, Tasmania’s
premier coastal park
• Exhilarating hikes amid ancient forests
and exotic Down Under flora and fauna
• Yacht cruise in Macquarie Harbour with a
historian aboard
• Stroll among fruit sellers, artists, and
musicians at Hobart’s Salamanca Market
• Welcoming lodges, great local food and
wine
• Visit the Port Arthur penal colony,
Australia’s most historic site
DETAILS
• 11-day trip begins and ends in Hobart
• 10 nights luxury lodges and fine inns
• All meals included except 1 lunch
DATES
Nov 4-14, 2016
Feb 17-27, 2017
Mar 3-13
TRIP COST
FALL 2016 / SPRING 2017
$5795 (8-10 members)
$6295 (6-7 members)
Single supplement: $1195
TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Easy to moderate hikes, 1-5 hours a day,
van support