For a little island of the south coast of Australia, Tasmania holidays have a huge amount to offer anyone lucky enough to choose 'TAS' as the destination for their Australian holidays.
With 40% of the island protected parks, Tasmania holiday packages offer the chance to find the famous merino wool, the Tasmanian devil and tiger and plenty of local wines.
Hobart is the capital of Tasmania with the Cascade Brewery and the Cadbury Chocolate factory a must-see on all vacations. The local seafood is excellent and for those looking for cheap holidays, fresh cooked produce can be purchased off the fish punts in Constitution docks. Take a day to travel south-east of Hobart to Port Arthur and check out the former penal colony.
Launceston is the second largest city; on your Tasmania holidays travel to here to swim in Cataract Gorge or just test out the walking tracks if you're not feeling brave enough for the cold water. Head west to Cradle Mountain National park which balances extremely unpredictable weather with amazing views and scenery of the peaks and Lake St. Clair. For great holiday deals, there is mountain lodge accommodation.
If you're looking for walking tracks on your domestic holidays, the East Coast of Tasmania offers Freycinet National Park with granite mountains contrasting with white sand beaches best demonstrated by Wine Glass Bay, voted as one of the top ten beaches in the world.
Tasmania holidays offer a balance between great food, wine and beer and famous scenery and history.
3 nights accommodation at the 4.5-star Hotel Grand Chancellor in a Deluxe King Room.
BONUS 1 FREE night.
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, the city's premier 4.5-star hotel, offers superior accommodation, superb Tasmanian cuisine and extensive conferencing facilities in the centre of the northern capital of Tasmania. The hotel is only a short stroll from the main central business district and Brisbane Street shopping mall. In addition, the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston offers Avis on site and a variety of retail outlets towards Yorktown Square.
2 nights accommodation at the 4-Star Motel Strahan in a Standard Hotel Room.
Continental breakfast provisions daily.
An absolute "must see" is the wilderness mecca of Strahan. Surrounding the village is magnificent World Heritage Wilderness, where ancient Huon Pine trees abound, and the majestic Gordon River flows. Explore the rainforest via a cruise, on board the West Coast Wilderness Railway, via seaplane, helicopter or 4-wheel motorbike. Take a walk along vast Ocean Beach or along the Strahan foreshore.
Take time to enjoy the great arts and crafts in Strahan or see our great live theatre each night. Enjoy the hive of activity along the waterfront as fishing boats land their catch, seaplanes come and go, and vessels anchor for the night. Accommodation is stylish and contemporary with all the creature comforts of king size beds, private ensuite (some with spa bath), TV/Austar, DVD players, air conditioning, and tea and coffee making facilities.
3 nights accommodation at the 4.5-star Somerset on the Pier in a 1 Bedroom Executive Room.
An award-winning transformation of the early 1930s pier building, 4.5-star Somerset on the Pier integrates the exterior of the historic waterfront landmark with clean, striking modern architecture.
Somerset on the Pier is conveniently located just a few minutes walk from Salamanca Place, Battery Point, cruise centres, the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Constitution Dock, Sullivan's Cove, Hobart's central business district and it's finest restaurants and cafes.
These spacious serviced residences offer 56 non-smoking rooms for both the individual and families. Each apartment features unrivalled panoramic water views of the River Derwent, Hobart's waterfront and historic Sullivan's Cove.
When staying at Somerset on the Pier our staff will use their local knowledge to help you quickly settle into the city and integrate with the local culture. Our residences provide environments that are a comfortable place to escape and immerse yourself into the city.
Return economy class airfare to Launceston including prepaid taxes.
2 nights accommodation at the 4.5-star Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston in a Deluxe Twin Room.
Launceston Highlights Tour.
Travel departing from: Melbourne from $365* Sydney from $415*
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, the city's premier 4.5-star hotel, offers superior accommodation, superb Tasmanian cuisine and extensive conferencing facilities in the centre of the northern capital of Tasmania.
The hotel is only a short stroll from the main central business district and Brisbane Street shopping mall. In addition, the Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston offers Avis on site and a variety of retail outlets towards Yorktown Square.
Tour the highlights of Launceston then take in the pleasures of the delectable and storybook Tamar Valley. Follow the tranquil yet spectacular Tamar River amongst vineyards, bird havens, elegant country houses, fruit orchards and fishing villages - all set against rolling hills of the Australian bush.
Sample Tasmania's fine wine, indulge yourself at Grindelwald Swiss Village and explore the historic village of Evandale, host to the internationally renowned Penny Farthing Bike Race.
