Day 1			29th October 2010 	
Hobart/ cruise		(LD)
Arrive into Hobart this morning for the commencement of your tour at 10:00am from The Old Woolstore. 
After introductions it’s time to board the coach and travel to the Huon Valley for lunch and a 
luxurious cruise back to Hobart.   
•Woodbridge Hill Handweaving Studio. Visit this remarkable handweaving studio were you can 
 view production runs of shawls, cushions, throws and garments as well as view floor rugs made from
 handspun wool or recycled dyed fabrics. Handwoven original tapestries are also a feature. Materials
 used include handspun wool, alpaca and mohair (some from their own animals), silk, cotton, linen 
 and collie dog hair. Works can also be purchased from the studio shop.
•Enjoy lunch in the Peppermint Bay Restaurant. Few venues in the world rival the spectacular setting
 of Peppermint Bay, Tasmania. Architecturally stunning, with breath taking water views across the 
 magnificent D'Entrecasteaux Channel and islands. 
•Grandvewe Cheeses, Peppermint Bay. Grandvewe Sheep Farm Cheesery sits in the lush Huon Valley south
 of Peppermint Bay. The Cheesery makes seven different types of sheep cheeses and nine types of cow's 
 milk cheeses along with sheep yoghurts, in season. The cheeses can only be purchased in our farm 
 shop, and are reminiscent of classic European style cheeses.
•Peppermint Bay Cruise. Peppermint Bay Cruise offers a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.  The 
 Tasmanian cruise takes in the picturesque Hobart Harbour and River Derwent, and the magnificent 
 waters of the D'Entrecasteaux Channel on its way past Bruny Island to Peppermint Bay. This fully 
 guided cruise on board the luxury catamaran, Peppermint Bay II, provides a real connection with 
 the Tasmanian lifestyle, history and wildlife. Take in the magnificent scenery with sea eagles and
 sun baking seals. Flat screen plasma televisions beam back images from under the water via the 
 unique spy ball cameras, allowing passengers to see the abundance of sea life in clear, calm waters: 
 playful dolphins, floating fish farms, sea gardens with giant kelp, crayfish, weedy sea dragons and
 puffer fish are just some of the beautiful sea creatures seen on any given day.

Stay:  The Old Woolstore, Hobart (2 nights)

Day 2			30th October 2010
Hobart/ Salamanca	(BLD)
After breakfast this morning walk across the Hobart waterfront to Tasmania’s largest weekly market. 
The Salamanca market is the perfect place to pick up some of our famous handmade crafts. You’ll also
have time to explore this historic precinct before meeting the coach back at the hotel as you visit
a winery, an oyster farm and a historic township this afternoon. Dinner tonight will be at Mures 
Restaurant on Hobart’s waterfront.
•Salamanca Market, Hobart. Every Saturday morning the Salamanca district is taken over by throngs of
 stalls offering assorted goods and crafts. Truly a draw card that is inviting to locals and visitors
 alike. The Georgian warehouses dating back to the 1830’s have been converted into galleries, 
 theatres, cafes, craft shops and restaurants. The market highlights the creative skills of the local
 crafts people in an atmosphere that is inspiring, innovative and entertaining.
•Barilla Bay, Hobart. Barilla Bay Oysters are grown and harvested in Australia’s premium shellfish 
 growing environment, the cold clean Southern Ocean waters of South East Tasmania. The delicate 
 taste and texture of Barilla Bay Oysters, reflect the natural quality of the water in which they 
 are grown. Our expert tour guides will show you how we grow oysters from working in the tiny spat 
 to full maturity. They will also explain the importance of tides, Tasmania's clean green environment, 
 the weather and how we process and package our oysters to ensure their freshness. At the conclusion
 of the tour enjoy lunch in Barilla Bay’s award winning restaurant.
•Richmond. Richmond was proclaimed a town by Lieutenant Governor Sorell in 1824. It played an 
 important role as a convict station and military outpost in the early days of the colony. For much 
 of its history it was the main gateway to the east coast and the Tasman Peninsula. You'll get the 
 most out of Richmond by wandering its streets. Artists and craftspeople have been drawn to the town
 for generations, and you’ll find examples of their work in galleries and cafes. See Australia’s 
 oldest freestone bridge, Australia’s oldest Catholic Church as well as many specialty shops that 
 line the narrow streets of this historic village (the lolly shop is a favourite).
•Meadowbank Estate Vineyard. Meadowbank Estate’s 10 hectares of vines overlooks the Coal River 
 Valley wine region. You can sample and purchase a range of acclaimed, cool climate wines at the 
 cellar door, including intense pinot noirs, crisp, dry aromatics and medal-winning chardonnays.

Day 3			31st October 2010
Heritage highway/ Launceston		  (BLD)
Visit the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens this morning before leaving Hobart to head north to 
Launceston. Along the way stop at the township of Oatlands to visit a local knitwear, were you can 
inspect some of the handmade products before having a light lunch here. Prior to arriving into 
Launceston visit Woolmers Estate at Longford, Australia’s finest example of a pioneer farm of the 
early 1800’s. 	
•Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart. These gardens were established on slopes beside the 
 River Derwent in 1818. Now in the 13.5 hectare site there are 6500 species and varieties of plants,
 including the largest public conifer collection in the southern hemisphere. There are more than 400 
 Tasmanian plant species on display, Peter Cundall's vegie patch, a stunning conservatory and a 
 Japanese garden. Beds of annuals provide a changing display four times a year - in late September 
 the Tasmanian Tulip Festival is held in the gardens. The Arthur Wall, near the main gate, could be 
 internally heated so that exotic trees and plants could be grown for the kitchen garden. Although 
 its many years since the fires have been lit, the wall retains the suns warmth for days. Now it 
 supports flowering creepers. Near the wall is a traditional herb garden. A new attraction is the 
 sub Antarctic plant house featuring plants from Macquarie Island. Although 330,000 people a year 
 visit the gardens, the impression of peace and solitude, not crowds, is the one that remains with 
 the visitor. At the Botanical Discovery Centre are interactive displays that include information of
 the rich and diverse Tasmanian flora, including their distribution and how to propagate them.
•Casaveen Knitwear Australia. Casaveen lies deep in the heart of the Tasmanian Midlands, in the 
 historic village of Oatlands with its beautiful Georgian sandstone buildings lining the Main Street. 
 Casaveen is a working factory producing wonderful pieces of knitwear, in rich & vibrant styles and 
 colours, custom made by skilled craftsmen. Enjoy a tour and find out more about how we make the 
 garments, the history of the area, the story of Casaveen and why we are so committed to continue 
 manufacturing in Tasmania, Australia. Come and see a successful Australian textile manufacturer in 
 action! 
•Woolmer’s Estate, Longford. This privately owned historical estate has been owned by the  
 Archer family since 1816 and is a genuine example of living history. The house features many 
 antiques, silverware and paintings. Woolmer’s walled garden was established by Thomas Archer in the
 1840s, and is now being restored by the Woolmer’s Historical Foundation, replanting suitable trees,
 shrubs, roses and perennials. Also on sight is the National Rose Garden of Tasmania. This 2 hectare
 garden provides visitors with a unique journey through the evolution of the rose. It represents one
 of the finest collections of historic roses in the southern hemisphere.

Stay:  Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston (2 nights)

Day 4			1st November 2010
Tasmanian Craft fair	(BD) 
After breakfast this morning travel to the country township of Deloraine. Visit a local silk artwork
which has been created by over 300 local artists. For the rest of the day you will be able to 
explore Tasmania’s largest annual craft fair. Complimentary buses are provided to transport you 
between venues. Dinner this evening is at the award winning Fluid Restaurant.
•Yarns Artwork in Silk, Deloraine. Have a look at this community artwork before you explore the 
 Meander Valley. Each of the four 3.5 x 4 metre panels depicts a season in the valley and its 
 history, mountains, rivers, rural industries and lifestyle. More than 300 people worked on the 
 project under the direction of Neicy Van Der Elst-Brown. They put in 10,000 hours of work and used
 200 metres of hand dyed silk to create Yarns in embroidery, appliqué, cross-stitch, weaving, 
 patchwork, quilting and some “hybrid” surprises.
•Tasmanian Craft Fair, Deloraine. The Southern Hemispheres largest craft fair is held annually in 
 the country township of Deloraine. With over 200 exhibits spread over 12 venues you are destined 
 to be intrigued for hours on end as the day is yours to explore this fabulous fair. There are also 
 a diverse range of Tasmanian gourmet foods to tempt your palette.   

Day 5			2nd November 2010
Launceston		(BL)
Your last day of the tour has you taking a guided tour of Launceston before making your way to the 
Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company at Evandale. From here travel to a local winery to indulge in some 
wine tastings and lunch to complete your tour. Make your way back to Launceston (or be dropped off 
at the airport) were your tour concludes at approximately  2:30pm.
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