Tasmania is also the seat of Tasmania, an island state of the Commonwealth of Australia. It is 240 kilometers south of Victoria, separated by the Bass Strait. It mainly includes the main island of Tasmania, as well as Bruny Island, King Island, Flinders Island, Macquarie Island and many coastal islands. It is known as the "Natural State" and is also known as the "Apple Island". It is also known as the "Holiday State" and the "Australian version of New Zealand". It is characterized by beautiful scenery and simple culture.
Day 1 Airport Pickup-Capital Hobart and Ancient Town Richmond Hobart is located at the mouth of the Derwent River. It was founded in 1803 and is the second oldest city in Australia. In the morning, we will first drive to the best-preserved town of Richmond in Australia, where you will visit Australia's earliest stone arch bridge built in 1823 and the Catholic church built in 1836. The old bakery and dessert shop in the town are also a good place for tourists. This is also the filming location of the Hong Kong movie "Once Again Heartbeat". Next we will visit Salamanca Square. In the afternoon, we will climb Mount Wellington at an altitude of 1,270 meters. This is an excellent location to overlook the panoramic view of Hobart and the nearby sea. It is also a place where President Xi Jinping has visited. Next, we will visit Australia's oldest brewery, where you will have the opportunity to taste different flavors of Australian beer. Finally, we will visit Australia's first casino. We will also go to Tasmania's famous oyster farm, where you can taste delicious Pacific oysters. Breakfast at the hotel
Choice: 3-star hotel/4-star hotel
Day 2 Bruny Island Go south through Hobart city and arrive at the ferry terminal. Take the ferry for 20 minutes to Bruny Island. Drive along the coastline and shuttle through the forest to the famous north-south line. This narrow trail connects the south and north of Bruny Island like a thin line, with endless sea on both sides. This is also the habitat for penguins to return to their nests. After lunch, go to the oyster farm on the island to taste the most delicious oysters in Tasmania (at your own expense*). Visit the bustling Adventure Bay on Bruny Island and look for the unique white kangaroos on Bruny Island. There are some small shops hidden in the mountains and forests on the island, where you can eat cheese, taste seafood, and even have a glass of whiskey.
Hotel breakfast
Choice: three-star hotel/four-star hotel
Day 3 Tasman Peninsula Historical Site Port Arthur Port Arthur ($40/$18) is the site of exiled criminals in the colonial era, the largest prison in the Southern Hemisphere in the 19th century, and the best-preserved prison monument in Australia. Although the abandoned brick walls here have changed a lot, they record the stories of every prisoner. The humanities and history of Port Arthur and the beautiful scenery of the Tasman Peninsula have become one of the most famous tourist hotspots in Tasmania. Every tourist to Tasmania will make a special trip to visit Port Arthur. The main attractions include: the ancient church built by the prisoners, the warden's apartment, the cell, the isolation prison and the guard tower. There is also a prison museum full of peculiar style, which displays many pictures and objects of the year, including prisoners' uniforms, whips and chains. On the way to Port Arthur Prison, we will also visit the four natural wonders of the Tasman Peninsula: Tasman Arch Cave, Devil's Kitchen, Chessboard Stones, and Blowhole.
Inclusions ● Hotel: 3-star hotel or 4-star hotel ● Transportation: Bus transportation including airport transfer ● Tour guide: Local Chinese tour guide ● Meals: 3-star hotel provides cold breakfast, 4-star hotel provides buffet breakfast
Not Included ● 1. Round-trip air tickets ● 2. Tour guide tip: $5/day ● 3. Lunch and dinner (the tour guide will provide dining instructions) ● 4. Tickets: Port Arthur cruise ticket: $47/person ● 5. There may be additional charges during holidays ● 6. Other personal expenses, insurance