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What should I bring with me for the tour?

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How long is the longest stretch between stops on the tour?

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Is travel insurance recommended for this tour?

While it is not mandatory, travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover unexpected events during your trip.

Do I need a visa to join the tour?

Yes, visitors to Australia must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. It's important to check visa requirements in advance.

What time can I arrive at the hotel to join the tour?

The guided holiday begins at 2pm, so please ensure to arrive by this time to meet the group.

What is the maximum number of travelers on the tour?

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Tassie's Wilderness Icons (6 Days)

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From Hobart to Launceston

4.8

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This is such a great trip for those who want to see as much of the West Coast of Tasmania as possible. I loved it as my introduction to Tassie.
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Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Hobart
Start point
Hobart International Airport, Strachan St, Hobart, Tasmania 7170, Australia (Hobart Airport, 06:00 - 12:30)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (Best Western Hobart)
Included Activities
- Visit Mt. Nelson for views over Hobart
- Explore Battery Point Georgian cottages
- View Salamanca Place convict-built warehouses
- Visit Constitution Dock
- Stroll through Australia's second oldest Botanical Gardens
- Welcome Dinner with Travel Director
Landmarks
Mt. Nelson
Battery Point
Salamanca Place
Constitution Dock
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Day 2
Mount Field National Park to Strahan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Strahan Village)
Included Activities
- Visit Mount Field National Park
- View Russell Falls
- See Lake St. Clair
Landmarks
Mount Field National Park
Russell Falls
Lake St. Clair
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
Day 3
Gordon River Cruise
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Strahan Village)
Included Activities
- Gordon River cruise through Hells Gates
- Visit Sarah Island
- View Heritage Landing and 500-year-old Huon pines
- Live performance of 'The Ship That Never Was'
Landmarks
Gordon River
Macquarie Harbour
Hells Gates
Sarah Island
Heritage Landing
Day 4
Cradle Mountain
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Beachfront Voyager Motor Inn)
Included Activities
- Visit Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake
- Day Keeper tour at Devils @ Cradle sanctuary
Landmarks
Cradle Mountain
Dove Lake
Devils @ Cradle
Day 5
North-West Coast
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Best Western Plus Launceston)
Included Activities
- Visit Table Cape lookout
- Explore Penguin town
- Tour Sheffield, The Town of Murals
- Visit Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm and sample award-winning cheeses
Optional Activities
- Locally made ice cream at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm (own expense)
Landmarks
Table Cape
Penguin
Sheffield, The Town of Murals
Ulverstone
Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm
Day 6
Launceston and Cataract Gorge
End point
Launceston Airport, 201 Evandale Rd, Tasmania 7212, Australia (Launceston Airport, 17:00 - 23:55)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Cataract Gorge
Optional Activities
- Scenic chairlift ride over Cataract Gorge (own expense)
- River cruise along Cataract Gorge (own expense)
Landmarks
Cataract Gorge

Landmarks
Mt. Nelson
Battery Point
Salamanca Place
Constitution Dock
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Landmarks
Mount Field National Park
Russell Falls
Lake St. Clair
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park

Landmarks
Gordon River
Macquarie Harbour
Hells Gates
Sarah Island
Heritage Landing

Landmarks
Cradle Mountain
Dove Lake
Devils @ Cradle

Landmarks
Table Cape
Penguin
Sheffield, The Town of Murals
Ulverstone
Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm

Landmarks
Cataract Gorge

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Best Western Hobart
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day 1
Strahan Village
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Beachfront Voyager Motor Inn
Hotel
day 4
Best Western Plus Launceston
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4.8

Overall rating based on 8 Reviews

Itinerary
4.6
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4.9
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
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DARREN
January 21st, 2026
Very professional trip; great locations for the stay-overs and plenty of variety. Special mention deserved for our...
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brian
May 21st, 2023
The way a tour should be excellent but stop using old information ( bloody frustrating) transport...
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Traveled in May 2023
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Joan
December 24th, 2022
The Tassie scenery was beautiful! We especially enjoyed Strahan/Gordon River & Cradle Mountain. Our tour director,...
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Traveled in December 2022
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Mohan
October 10th, 2022
Overall it was a good experience.However meal options for vegeterian food were very limited and dinner in Tall...
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Traveled in September 2022
Lynda
January 4th, 2022
Had a good time. Saw and learnt lots. Had some fun. Met some lovely people. Eat some great food. Drank too much....
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Traveled in December 2021
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JesLillis
April 1st, 2020
This is such a great trip for those who want to see as much of the West Coast of Tasmania as possible within a few...
This is such a great trip for those who want to see as much of the West Coast of Tasmania as possible within a few days. I loved it as my introduction to Tassie. I definitely got a taste of it all so I'm now keen to get back and explore deeper. There was a lot included so the value is incredible.Show more
Traveled in January 2020
Reply from: AAT Kings
G'Day Jess, Thank you for your feedback and glad to hear you enjoyed your introduction to Tassie with us. We are looking forward to welcoming you back on an AAT Kings tour in the future. Many thanks, AAT Kings
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Evelyn
December 10th, 2019
What a marvellous tour, way above what I expected. Carolyn our tour guide deserves huge kudos, she was excellent in...
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Traveled in November 2019
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Hi Evelyn, it is so great to hear we exceeded your expectations on the Tassie's Wilderness Icons Guided Holiday. We will pass on those kind words to Carolyn, and we hope we can welcome you on board again in the future.
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Jasna
October 25th, 2019
Great Itinerary! Fantastic way to tick off seeing the natural beauty of East Coast. Meals where great, actually if...
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Traveled in January 2019
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Hi Jasna, thanks so much for sharing your feedback. It is so great to hear that you enjoyed your Tassie trip with us. We hope to see you on another AAT Kings trip soon!
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  The guided holiday begins at 2pm, so please ensure to arrive by this time to meet the group.
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Mount Field National Park to Strahan

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Gordon River Cruise

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Launceston and Cataract Gorge

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