2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

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2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur

Name: 2 Day Tasmanian Highlights Tour - Bruny Island & Port Arthur
Address: Australia

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Discover two of Tasmania's best tourist attractions on a 2-day tour from Hobart. Uncover the natural beauty of Bruny Island and visit the historic Port Arthur penal colony and the Tasman Peninsula.

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Highlights

Experience the natural beauty of Bruny Island and award-winning local produce
Discover walking trails along beaches, lagoons, rainforest, and lookouts
Look for unique local wildlife, including the rare albino wallaby
Explore lookouts, monuments and taste local produce on the Tasman Peninsula

Description

Join us for an unforgettable day tour exploring the pristine beauty of Tasmania's deep South, where the apples are crisp, the salmon is fresh, and the trees have been around since before your great-great-grandparents were born! Our first stop is Huonville, where you'll have a chance to grab a takeaway coffee and stock up on any essentials for the day. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive along the beautiful Huon River. As you sip your coffee, you'll hear tales about why this area is famous for its apple orchards, craft cider makers, boutique winemakers, and salmon production. Next, we arrive at the Tahune Airwalk, where you'll have two glorious hours to explore this spectacular region. Choose one or all three of the walks on offer. Start with the famous Airwalk, a 600-meter stroll 50 meters up in the tree canopy amongst the world's tallest flowering plants, the eucalyptus gum trees. Feeling adventurous? Take on the Swinging Bridges Track, a 3.4-kilometer jaunt where you'll cross two swinging bridges over the Huon River the first (100m long) and the Picton Swinging Bridge (64m long). Alternatively, you can stay on the ground and enjoy the tranquillity of strolling along the riverbank through ancient Huon pines, mingling with trees that are 2,500 years old. Talk about a walk-through of ancient times! After lunch, it's time to venture further south to the magical Hastings Caves, where you'll marvel at the underground wonders of Australia's largest dolomite cave. Your entrance ticket (included) grants you a guided tour through this fascinating cave system, led by an experienced and passionate guide. Here you can admire the intricate formations and learn about the area's geological history. While exploring the Hastings Caves State Reserve, keep your eyes peeled for native wildlife like platypus, quolls, pademelons and birds. At some point during the day, our guide will present a delightful Huon Valley tasting board, featuring seasonal fruit, smoked salmon, cheeses, honey, and freshly baked bread. It's a culinary celebration of the region's finest delights! On our way back to Hobart, we'll stop at one of the local cider producers where you can enjoy a tasting paddle with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options or indulge in a mouth-watering apple crumble (seasonal) if your stomach desires. It's the perfect way to wrap up a day of exploring. There's truly nothing better than sitting back, relaxing in a historic venue, enjoying a drink, and sharing stories with your fellow adventurers.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off (within 5 kilometers of the Hobart CBD) Professional, local guide On-board audio to hear your tour guide clearly Bruny Island ferry ticket

Important Information

• Pickup and drop-off is available from select locations around Hobart • Please contact the local partner after booking to arrange your pickup details • A minimum number of participants are required for this activity to operate (in the unlikely event that the minimum number is not reached, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund) • Please check the weather forecast for to ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear, especially for Bruny Island
Please bring a towel, camera, flip flops, sunglasses, and sunscreen • Guests are welcome to bring their own food
Parks Pass Important Information - Please note that a Parks Pass will be required while our Bruny Island tour. We recommend purchasing a Parks Pass prior to your tour here at https://passes.parks.tas.gov.au/. Alternatively, you can purchase a Parks Pass via phone during the day.