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 Towns and Cities in Tasmania
The state of Tasmania includes the main island commonly referred to
Tasmania, Bass Strait Islands and the far-south Macquarie Island.
 Hobart & the
South East
Tasmania's capital, Hobart, is in the south-east
of the state. Nearby
Port Arthur on the Tasman Peninsula was a
harsh prison settlement for male convicts and is a popular tourist attraction.
Huonville, D'Entrecasteaux Channel
and
Bruny Island
Launceston &
the North East
Launceston and George
Town on the Tamar River are on the northern coast of Tasmania.
Launceston is Tasmania's second largest city and is approximately 200 km
north of Hobart. Nearby towns include Gladstone,
Longford, St Helens,
Scamander, St Marys, Scottsdale and Evandale
.
On the east coast and the Freycinet Peninsula are
Bicheno, Coles Bay, Freycinet,
Swansea, Triabunna, Orford, Ross, Campbell Town and
Oatlands. This area boasts of both coastal scenery and inland landscapes
with gorges, waterfalls and forests.
Devonport
& North Western Tasmania
Tasmania's north East includes Cradle Mountain,
one of Tasmania's most popular attractions, Devonport,
Burnie,
Deloraine,
Latrobe, Middlesex Plains,
Sheffield, Port Sorell,
Ulverstone, Penguin,
Stanley, Westbury, Wilmot and
Wynyard. Car and passenger ferries travel
between Melbourne and Devonport - making Devonport
a major entry point to Tasmania.
South Western
Tasmania
The wilderness of south west of Tasmania are
a popular destination for conservations and adventurers. Towns in the
region are Queenstown,
Strahan and Zeehan.
Package Tours of Tasmania
- 6 Day Cradle and Walls of Jerusalem Walk, 6 days / 5 nights (from Viator)
Hiking : Commences at Launceston and concludes Launceston, Tasmania
Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain, Herod's Gate and the Walls of Jerusalem... These are just some of the highlights on this six day wilderness hike of the Cradle Mountain and Lake St Clair National Parks. Experience alpine meadows, native forests and towering mountain peaks as you explore the World Heritage listed region.
This tour is seasonal and only operates between September and June
more info and booking details from Viator...
- 8 day Overland Track Walking Trip departs Launceston, 8 days / 7 nights (from Viator)
Hiking : Commences at Launceston and concludes Launceston, Tasmania
The Overland Track is one of the most popular wilderness hikes in Australia. See the beauty of this remarkable region and experience the pure solitude of this Tasmanian wilderness. Explore lakes, forests, moorlands and mountains on this seventy kilometer hike. The memories of this wilderness experience will last a lifetime!
more info and booking details from Viator...
- Tasmania's South Coast Track Expedition, 9 days / 8 nights (from Viator)
Hiking : Commences at Hobart and concludes Hobart, Tasmania
The South Coast Track in Tasmania's remote South West is considered one of the best wilderness treks in Australia. This eighty kilometer hike through World Heritage wilderness will take you through rainforest, along golden beaches, over coastal ranges and beside quiet lagoons. This magnificent journey is a wilderness experience for the serious adventurer!
This tour is seasonal please see specific departure dates
more info and booking details from Viator...
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