The Cataract gorge (Q.11-c)
The Cataract Gorge is a river gorge located at the South Esk River in Launceston, Tasmania. South Esk River. This amazing tourist attraction is home of the worlds largest chairlift, built in 1972 has a total length of 457m.
- Visitors can also participate in walking, hiking, abseiling and rock climbing while at the Cataract Gorge
- First Basin chairlift rates are (across & back) $15 adult, $10 child (15 yrs and under)The gorge features a restaurant called the 'Gorge restaurant'. Located in the Cliff Grounds Reserve.
- The gorge also features a ‘Basin Cafe’ Located on the West Launceston side of the Cataract Gorge Reserve Grounds, near the Main Station Chairlift.
- The gorge also has a 'inclinator'. Just press the green button to summon the inclinator and it will slowly take you on a journey up or down the hill.
Penny Royal World (Q.11-b)
Take a visit back to the 19th century, with this wonderous attraction know as Penny Royal World.
Andrew Gatenby, an early pioneer of van Dieman's land, and his family's story is told with the creation of this 19th century gunpowder mill . Arriving in 1823 and settling on land known as Penny Royal Creek. Surrounded by gardens lakes and waterfalls. There they made a farmhouse their home and begun their new life. Penny Royal family entry costs $35. Apartments start at $138 a night and motel rooms start at $124. While visiting Penny Royal World you can also visit a lolly factory. |
|
- This attraction is near replica of the 19th century gunpowder mill.
- The lolly factory is a major attraction for visitors.
- Penny Royal Motel was built in 1825 on the banks of the Isis River.
- During the day, the fully-restored No 16 tram runs from the Gunpowder Mills to the Penny Royal Watermill.
- The Penny Royal Gunpowder Mills provide the only complete set of working gunpowder mills in the world.
POrt arthur (Q.11-a)
Port Arthur is a small town in Tasmania and home to a former convict settlement. It is one of Australia's most significant heritage areas located 60km southeast of the capital Hobart. In 1996 it was the scene of the worst mass murder event in post colonial Australian history. Depending on which tour you take prices range from free to $100 for adults. Tours include seeing where the convicts stayed and how they lived, information about well known criminals who have stayed there and what they did while they were there.
- Port Arthur provides a deep insight to Australias convict heritage
- Every visitor is given a convict identity upon arrival
- Prices range from $100 (adult) to free.
- Port Arthur is located approximately 60 km southeast of the state capital, Hobart.
- From 1833, until 1853, it was the destination for the hardest of convicted British and Irish criminals, those who were secondary offenders having re-offended after their arrival in Australia.
Launceston Sightseeing Tour (q.11-d)
Launceston is a magnificent natural attraction with a great introduction into Tasmania’s second largest city. On the tour you can take in the historic architecture and visit all the major sites including Boag’s Brewery, Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery and City Park. Within walking distance to the city is the impressive Cataract Gorge, with home to more than 70 species of native animals and plant life. The Gorge offers stunning views over the city. |
|
- The town of Grindelwald is a main attraction for visitors in the tour.
- The tour runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9.30am to 12.30pm
- Offers an English speaking guide if you should need one.
- Prices start from $49.00AUD.
- Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher.
Convict Caper Tour (q.11-e)
Australia’s state became identified with the history of convicts and transportation in the 19th century. This guide is hosted by an expert guide. This tour covers the story about the life of convicts as you travel through many areas and different landscapes of Tasmania.
Between 1788 to 1868, about 165,000 convicts were sent to Tasmania and Australia. These tours offer an insight into the hopeless and isolated lives of the convicts and settlers and how they designed this fascinating country at the end of the world.
Between 1788 to 1868, about 165,000 convicts were sent to Tasmania and Australia. These tours offer an insight into the hopeless and isolated lives of the convicts and settlers and how they designed this fascinating country at the end of the world.
- You will go on a Gordon River Cruise and maybe even see a Tasmanian Devil along the way. Wow!!
- This tour comes with the site entry pass.
- Departure for the tour is from the visitors centre.
- A tour guide also provides an educational feel to the tour.
- You'll visit the mining town of Zeehan.