10-12 days in Tasmania

Old Nov 17th, 2015, 02:50 AM
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10-12 days in Tasmania

My husband and I are planning a trip to Tasmania early January 2106. Flying into Hobart, will rent a car and want to do 1/2 day- 1 day hikes stopping at nice / not to be missed stops, starting at Pirt Arthur. Ideally stay 2 nights as base for stops along the way, ending up in Hobart if it makes sense. Need help with itinerary. Accommodations help will be great - prefer B&B, apts or small hotels. Thanks in advance for all your help.
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Old Nov 17th, 2015, 05:54 AM
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Unfortunately, it's been far too long since I was in TAS, but I have two trip reports posted here from our two visits to TAS.

They're dated, but might give you some basic ideas regarding driving routes and walks.

http://www.fodors.com/community/aust...rip-report.cfm

http://www.fodors.com/community/aust...t-wild-tas.cfm
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After the Tasman Peninsula, perhaps head up to Freycinet and then Cradle Mountain. We stayed in a cabin at Cradle Mountain Highlanders. Are you spending any time in Hobart? There are some nearby areas that can be day trips or overnights such as the Huon Valley and Bruny Island. We stayed at a cabin on Randall's Bay in the Huon Valley and at a cottage called Parnella Adventure Bay on Bruny Island. We especially loved Bruny but you need to check with the rental car company that they'll allow their cars on the ferry to Bruny. Some do and some don't. Maria Island has always intrigued me but we haven't made it there. Mt Field may be another park near Hobart to visit. It was on our list but we couldn't manage to squeeze it in.
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Thanks for the suggestions.

We are expats living in china and it's hard to get good maps, books etc. Internet connection is sporadic (which is why it took me awhile to reply.
Here's my itinerary so far:
Jan 2 - arrive Hobart Booked accommodations Jan 2-8
Jan 3 - drive to Port Arthur (originally was going to book there for 2 nights but everything seems to be sold out)
Jan 4 - Waterfall Bay Hike
Jan 5 - Mt Fields hike
Jan 6 - take ferry to Mona. Lunch at Mona, return in the afternoon. Maybe Mt. Wellington for sunset?
Jan 7 - Huon trail, Tahune forest Airwalk (probably too much to go to Bruny Island). May just go to Bruny Island
Jan 8-Cloes bay
Jan 9 Cole's bay - Wineglass/Hazards Beach circuit

Jan 10 -12 -Here's where I'm stuck a little - do you think the following is good:

Head to Launceston via the longer coastal route. Stay the night in Launceston

Jan 11 - Brady lookout, Tamar river, wineries, lavender fields.

Any suggestions on accommodations?

Jan 12 - drive to cradle Mountain. stay till Jan 14.
Fly on Jan 14 From Launceston to Melbourne


Which driving map did you use? GPS ? APP on smart phone?
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Old Nov 22nd, 2015, 07:54 AM
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We used a map I downloaded from the Internet to plan, then picked up a driving map once we arrived in Hobart. Just pop into the visitor's center, or collect one at the airport upon arrival:

http://www.hobarttravelcentre.com.au/

I'm old school, have never ever used a GPS for driving, and frankly, in a place the size of TAS I can't imagine anyone needing one.

Personally, I'm not a fan of Launceston, the town, but the surrounding area is quite pretty with plenty of walking options.

Do be aware that TAS, as all of AUS has venomous snakes. We also encountered leeches while walking on Mt Wellington. I only mention this because you're a walker, so remember where you are and keep your eyes peeled. They don't want to see you anymore than you want to see them, but just know they're out there.

I think your plan looks relaxed and quite doable. If you can fit in Binalong Bay on your drive up to Launceston, I highly recommend you do so.

http://www.discovertasmania.com.au/a...t/binalong-bay

As for accommodation, you probably saw where we stayed in the reports I posted. Unfortunately, the winery we stayed at near Launceston is no longer operating as accommodation; it was excellent.

You might get some ideas here:

http://www.discovertasmania.com.au/where-to-stay

Good luck, I know what's its like to plan trips with lousy Internet - we lived in the wilds of Indonesia for four years and our Internet would go down for days on end.
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I was wondering about getting to specific address, hotel etc, but from what you say, it may not be a worry.

I always have my husband walk ahead of me in case there are snakes on the trail. We 've seen then on different hikes...

I think you are not the only one who feels that way about Launceston. Any suggestions of a place near by? Bay of fires is on my list for a day trip from Cole's Bay. Will actually stay there until 1/11, so need to figure out where to go 9/11 &12th.

Back home now or another expat assignment?
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