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UNFORGETTABLE

TASMANIA LUXURY ESCORTED LAND JOURNEYS 2016/17

& TOUR OPERATOR

2014

BEST RIVER CRUISE & TOUR OPERATOR

2015

Welcome to Tasmania There’s no wonder Tasmania has been a firm favourite of APT guests for so long. From the charm of Hobart and Launceston to the staggering vistas of Cradle Mountain and the compelling stories of Port Arthur Historic Site, you couldn’t leave without paying a visit to some of the island’s true stalwarts. Going off the beaten track, hidden gems such as Sarah Island and the Tarkine provide a unique glimpse into a wilder side of Tasmania. Told in a windswept history of flawless national parks, maritime endeavour and convict struggles, Australia’s island state is romanticised at its very essence. With the wild Bass Strait as an endless salty backdrop, visitors are spoiled with some of Australia’s finest produce from field to fork. The bounty of seafood, cheeses and wines simply don’t need introduction.

Rob, Geoff and Lou McGeary

Perhaps above all, this is a place for you to rediscover a childlike sense of awe. Feel humbled in rolling acres of greenery, skirt the rugged coast of the Freycinet Peninsula and marvel at the largely untouched wilderness as you cruise the Gordon River. It’s all there for every adventure. There is no operator better equipped to take you to the Apple Isle than APT, the pioneers of luxury escorted holidays across Australia. Throughout your journey, a range of included dining and sightseeing options, a host of memorable stays and a number of carefully chosen Signature Experiences await. So I encourage you to explore Tasmania’s endless possibilities with APT and experience an unforgettable island adventure. Warm regards,

Geoff McGeary OAM APT Company Owner

CONTENTS 4 Tasmania 5 The APT Difference 6 Choose Your Dream Holiday 7 Exceptional Inclusions 8 Tasmania – an island of possibilities

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Above: absorb the tranquillity of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park Front cover: see Port Arthur’s Convict Church, constructed by prisoners back in the 1830s

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Tasmania Experts Iconic Hotels & Lodges Culinary Wonders Signature Experiences APT’s Freedom of Choice™ Inclusions APT Club SuperDeals 2016/17

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Royal Tasman Tasman Temptation Wilderness Explorer Nature’s Splendours Heritage & Culture

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Tasmania Stanley and The Nut

Smithton The Tarkine

Devonport Sheffield

St Helens Launceston

The Tarkine

Cradle Mountain

Feel a sense of awe and wonder as you explore this vast cool temperate rainforest.

Experience the dramatic landscapes of Tasmania’s most iconic mountain.

Cradle Mountain

Strahan

Great Lake

Coles Bay

Lake St Clair Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park

Ross

Freycinet National Park

Gordon River Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park

Mt Field National Park Russell Falls

Richmond

Hobart Tasman National Park Strahan

Port Arthur

Travel to the remote west coast and stay in this picturesque harbour town.

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South Bruny National Park

Gordon River

Russell Falls

Mt Field National Park

Cruise through World Heritagelisted wilderness with ancient rainforests around every bend.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll beneath swamp gums and tree ferns to this stunning tiered waterfall.

Discover the verdant rainforest at one of Tasmania’s best-loved national parks.

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Discover a land of natural splendour interlaced with historic and cultural treasures.

The APT Difference Book with Confidence 89 Years Australian Family-Owned The essence of APT began almost 90 years ago. Today, as Australia’s top travel company, APT is still owned and run by the McGeary family.

Stanley

Devonport

Explore this charming town and admire the unique volcanic outcrop, The Nut.

Perhaps travel across Bass Strait to and from Devonport on the iconic Spirit of Tasmania.

Fully-Inclusive & Guaranteed Pricing Our prices are fully inclusive and cover everything as detailed within. What’s more, all prices are guaranteed once your deposit is paid.

APT Tour Directors, Drivers & Local Guides Enjoy the services of a dedicated APT Tour Director and professional Driver throughout your Tasmanian adventure. Additionally, expert local guides will share their insight in select locations.

Sheffield

Launceston

Known as the Town of Murals, learn about the region from its beautiful painted walls.

Enjoy the charming delights of Tasmania’s second largest city and its surrounds.

Award-Winning Touring For the past four years, APT has been voted Australia’s Best Domestic Tour Operator by the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). It’s further proof that when you choose to travel with APT, you’re choosing to travel with the very best.

98% Customer Satisfaction We’re proud of the 98% satisfaction rating we receive from our travellers, and we’re committed to maintaining it. Ross Soak up the intriguing history of Ross, one of Tasmania’s finest heritage villages.

Freedom Pioneers – It’s Your Choice Choose your own sightseeing and dining activities from our Freedom of Choice™ Inclusions. See pages 18-19.

Peace of Mind If you choose to pay an upfront fee of $75 per person, you can cancel your holiday prior to the due date for final payment and retain a holding credit of the deposit paid, less any third party cancellation fees. This Port Arthur Historic Site

Freycinet National Park

Discover the stories from Tasmania’s unsettling yet captivating convict past.

Admire the granite mountains, azure bays and white beaches of the Freycinet Peninsula.

deposit, held by APT, can be used towards a new APT booking without further penalty, providing the booking is made within three years of the original cancellation. Conditions apply, see pages 34-35. APT is a proud member of the AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS).

you to join the APT Club, which offers you a range of exclusive member-only benefits. See pages 20-21 for further details. Hobart

Richmond

Stroll amid curios and collectibles at Hobart’s most famous market.

Visit Richmond, and see the oldest bridge in Australia, built by convicts in 1825.

TASMANIA / TASMANIA THE APT DIFFERENCE

Once you’ve booked with APT, we welcome

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Choose Your Dream Holiday 12 Day Royal Tasman

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10 Day Tasman Temptation

Stanley and The Nut Devonport

The Tarkine

Bridestowe Lavender Farm

Sheffield

Lake St Clair

Gordon River

Stanley and The Nut Devonport

The Tarkine

St Helens

Queenstown Richmond Russell Falls Hobart 2

1 Launceston Woolmers Estate

Sheffield 2 Cradle Mountain

Coles Bay 1 Freycinet National Park

Great Lake Ross

Bridestowe Lavender Farm St Helens

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Cradle 2 Mountain Strahan 1

Smithton 1

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Strahan 1 Gordon River

Queenstown Richmond Russell Falls Hobart 2

Eaglehawk Neck

1 Port Arthur

Smithton 1

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Stanley and The Nut

7 Day Nature’s Splendours

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Stanley and The Nut

Sheffield

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Ross

Strahan 1

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Lake St Clair

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Gordon River

Russell Falls

Russell Falls Hobart 2

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Bridestowe Lavender Farm Launceston 1 St Helens Coles Bay

1 Freycinet National Park

Richmond Hobart

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Eaglehawk Neck

Port Arthur

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Take a stroll along Hobart’s striking waterfront

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The Tarkine

The Tarkine Sheffield Cradle Mountain 2

Gordon River

Eaglehawk Neck

1 Port Arthur

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9 Day Wilderness Explorer

Coles Bay 1 Freycinet National Park

Lake St Clair

Exceptional Inclusions You’re invited to experience the best of Tasmania with APT, and embark on a luxurious and unforgettable journey. ALL-INCLUSIVE INCLUDED VALUE We take care of everything throughout your Tasmanian journey – including meals as specified, transfers, porterage, sightseeing and more – so that you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

INSIGHT & EXPERTISE

INCLUDED

Enjoy the expert services of a professional APT Tour Director and experienced Driver throughout your holiday, as well as excellent local guides in select locations.

INCLUDED

MORE SPACE, MORE COMFORT With a maximum of just 40 guests guaranteed on your Tasmanian journey, you’ll enjoy a more personal and tailored experience.

EXCLUSIVE! INCREDIBLE SIGHTSEEING

INCLUDED

Carefully designed by APT, your included sightseeing features APT’s exclusive Signature Experiences and Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing Inclusions – so you won’t miss a thing!

INCLUDED TASMANIA’S NATIONAL PARKS

HISTORICAL TOURING

See inspiring waterfalls, dramatic mountain peaks, and unique flora and fauna, as you explore the island’s stunning national parks, many of which are listed as World Heritage areas.

Gain insight into Tasmania’s fascinating colonial heritage with a range of historical touring experiences, at such places as Port Arthur Historic Site, Sarah Island and the charming town of Richmond.

INCLUDED EXCLUSIVE! SUPERB DINING

Discover the acclaimed culinary delights of Tasmania with a sumptuous selection of dining experiences, and tailor your choices with APT’s Freedom of Choice™ Dining Inclusions.

INCLUDED

Throughout your holiday, you’ll travel aboard a luxurious two-door airconditioned coach, equipped with reclining seats, an onboard bathroom, and a state-of-the-art PA system.

INCLUDED

SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION

When staying at our carefully selected lodges and hotels, you’ll experience fantastic facilities, outstanding locations and attentive service throughout your holiday.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

INCLUDED

APT established our Charitable & Conservation Fund in 2003 and part of this money is used to sponsor a Tasmanian devil at East Coast Natureworld.

CHOOSE YOUR DREAM HOLIDAY / EXCEPTIONAL INCLUSIONS

LUXURY COACHES

INCLUDED

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Tasmania

an island of possibilities

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World Heritage-Listed Areas

Heritage & History

East Coast Treasures

Tasmania’s far-flung isolation has kept its

Known as Van Diemen’s Land until 1856,

Famed for the pristine beauty perfectly

untamed wilderness in pristine condition,

Tasmania’s diverse history is on display

captured in the azure bays, white sandy

making it home to some of Australia’s

across the island. The convict past remains

beaches and glowing pink granite mountains

most treasured World Heritage-listed sites,

a fundamental part of the Tasmanian story.

of Freycinet Peninsula, Tasmania’s east coast

including Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair

Visit the ruins of the state’s oldest penal

also presents a tempting array of island

National Park. With icy streams cascading

colony, Sarah Island. Immerse yourself in

flavours. Encounter the state’s unique

from rugged mountains and disarmingly

the convict settlement of Port Arthur. Explore

wildlife at East Coast Natureworld, where

beautiful lakes, as well as flora and fauna

the 19th-century pioneer farm of Woolmers

you’ll wander among the wombats and

like nowhere else on Earth – it’s easy to

Estate. These places provide remarkable

meet the increasingly rare icon, the

see why Tasmania is considered one of the

insight into the cultural landscape and the

Tasmanian devil, while exploring the

last true wilderness regions in the world.

lives of some of Australia’s earliest settlers.

expansive natural parkland.

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Explore the Western Wilderness Cultural Collective

Charming Cities

Home to a cooler climate and rugged

Not only offering majestic scenery and

In Hobart, stroll down historic Salamanca

landscape, the west coast is cherished

a window into a colourful colonial past,

Place, admiring its sandstone buildings.

precisely because of its seclusion. The quaint

a journey to the Apple Isle will reward

Gaze out in wonderment from Constitution

harbourside village of Strahan presents

you with vast cultural delights. Discover the

Dock, remembering all the brave Antarctic

a pioneering past, and overlooks Macquarie

meeting place for Tasmania’s finest artisans

expeditions that have set sail from there. In

Harbour – the gateway to the Gordon River.

at the famous Salamanca Market. And enjoy

the state’s north, discover the quaint city of

The river itself winds through old-growth

the island’s award-winning food culture as

Launceston – an elegant fusion of old and

temperate rainforest, where the enduring

you peruse menu after menu showcasing

new. Bustling cafes and local designer

Huon pine, the most ancient of conifers,

the state’s delicious seafood, as well as

boutiques front colonial and Victorian-style

can live for thousands of years.

locally-produced chocolate, cheese

cityscapes, with century-old parks dotted

and wine.

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With APT, the pleasure is in both the journey and the destination

...from our dedicated office-based staff to our professional Tour Directors, Drivers and knowledgeable local guides, we ensure you enjoy a seamless, insightful, and truly comprehensive APT holiday experience...

It’s smiles all round with friendly staff on all of our luxury escorted journeys

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Tasmania Experts Experience and passion – it’s what sets us apart. We understand that it’s often the small details that can make the difference between a good holiday and a great holiday. APT takes

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More Space, More Comfort On all of our Tasmanian tours,

and skilled Drivers lead the way on your

we limit the number of guests to a maximum

Tasmanian journey. They have become

of 40 people, meaning you’ll enjoy more

renowned as a highlight of the APT

space on the coach and more personalised

experience, because your enjoyment

service from your Tour Director and Driver.

on holiday isn’t just their job – it’s their passion. Along the way, you’ll appreciate

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expert commentary and hear unique and

Calling on our extensive experience and

quirky facts about the region. It’s the little

in-depth knowledge of Tasmania, we’ve

details that make our people special.

selected the very best activities to ensure

Expert Local Guides

you get the most out of your holiday. APT’s exclusive Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing

Sometimes it really does take a local to

and Dining Inclusions allow you to explore

show you the best sights that only a resident

Tasmania your own way. Additionally, our

could know about. In select locations,

Signature Experiences add yet another layer

you’ll enjoy in-depth commentary and

of discovery to your Tasmanian holiday.

hear fascinating tales from a local guide. For instance, you’ll learn about Tasmania’s

Hand-Picked Accommodation

intriguing convict history from a local

With APT, you’ll stay in hotels and lodges

expert at the Port Arthur Historic Site.

carefully selected for their location,

Discover National Parks

distinctive character and impressive style.

Luxury Escorted Journeys

best-loved national parks throughout your

You’ll see Tasmania in style with APT. Our

island exploration. There’s something for

team have explored the island extensively

everyone, from striking mountainscapes to

to create itineraries that continue to

ancient rainforests, from colourful coastlines

exceed the expectations of our travellers.

to experiencing the thrill of nature in some

What’s more, you’ll travel in a luxury coach

of the world’s most rugged wilderness.

and enjoy an airport ‘meet and greet’.

TASMANIA EXPERTS

We’ll take you to many of Tasmania’s

Encounter the island’s native wildlife

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Iconic Hotels & Lodges Stay in central and unique locations at properties that we’ve hand-picked for their distinctive character and unsurpassed style. In key destinations throughout Tasmania, delight in truly memorable stays during which you’ll soak up the ambience of each property and enjoy access to the best the region has to offer.

APT HIGHLIGHT! Strahan Village

Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston

Relax in a guaranteed harbour view

Launceston’s Hotel Grand Chancellor is

room during your stay in Strahan Village,

only a short stroll from the city centre and

where luxury accommodation

within walking distance of local attractions,

complements the quiet fishing village

including the picturesque City Park. Enjoy

atmosphere. Take in unspoiled views

complete comfort and free Wi-Fi internet

of the beautiful harbour from your room.

throughout your stay at one of Tasmania’s

APT HIGHLIGHT! Freycinet Lodge, Freycinet National Park

finest contemporary hotels.

The Hazards Range makes a perfect

APT HIGHLIGHT! Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge

backdrop for the award-winning Freycinet

Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge has been

Lodge. Tasmania’s premier eco-friendly

listed on Condé Nast Traveller Magazine’s

accommodation, the lodge is renowned

Gold List of the most exclusive, exotic and

for its location in stunning Freycinet National

amazing hotels. Set on the edge of Cradle

Park. Overlooking azure waters, and

Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park,

surrounded by evergreen she-oaks and

this lodge offers an exquisite wilderness

the sweet scent of tea trees, it is the perfect

experience. During your stay, you’ll take in

base from which to explore this region.

the fresh mountain air, relax in your Pencil

Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart

Pine Cabin, and dine at the acclaimed Highland Restaurant.

A stay at the Hotel Grand Chancellor, set

Tall Timbers Hotel, Smithton

on Hobart’s historic waterfront, is sure to

The forests of north-west Tasmania inspire

enhance your time in Tasmania’s capital.

the theme for Tall Timbers. Set on 65

Here, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from

hectares of land, the award-winning hotel

your guaranteed harbour view room.

offers fine local cuisine and a rustic charm reflecting the heritage of a bygone era.

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A mirror image of Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge over the glassy water

...from eco-friendly lodges set within pristine wilderness, to waterfront hotels in harbour cities and quaint inns located You’ll always feel cosy at Tall Timbers

close to historic sites, where you stay in Tasmania is an ICONIC HOTELS & LODGES

experience in itself...

Admire a myriad of colours in beautiful Freycinet National Park Hobart’s Grand Chancellor Hotel

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Culinary Wonders Ready your tastebuds for delicious locally sourced Tasmanian produce. We’ve included a range of dining experiences that allow you to sample quality produce and fresh seafood in some of the island’s most enchanting locations.

APT EXCLUSIVE! Feature Dinners

First-Class Dining Experiences

Freycinet Lodge Gourmet BBQ

continues to grow and it has truly become

At the award-winning Freycinet Lodge,

a gourmet paradise. We’ve made sure

nestled amid rugged coastal bushland in

you’ll enjoy the very best dining

the heart of Freycinet National Park, you’ll

experiences the Apple Isle has to offer.

relax for the evening and enjoy a Gourmet BBQ dinner. Not only will you have the chance to sample some of Tasmania’s wonderful produce, you’ll be moved by the beauty of the ocean views from your table as you peer out across the calming waters of nearby Coles Bay (weather permitting). Tasmanian Fare, Smithton In the quaint seaside town of Smithton, located on the far north-west coast of the state, you’ll savour an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Feature Dinner. Indulge in the finest local produce from both the land and sea, such as succulent Tasmanian pork belly and the freshest Tasmanian oysters or scallops. Sampling these signature dishes will give you a true appreciation of the calibre of the island’s chefs and the quality

Tasmania’s reputation for fine cuisine

Welcome Dinner & Drink, Launceston On tours commencing in Launceston, you’ll meet your crew and fellow travellers for a special Welcome Dinner & Drink, including local wines and canapes. You’ll also enjoy a presentation from the chef. View 42° Restaurant and Bar, Strahan Set on the hilltop overlooking the town of Strahan and Macquarie Harbour, View 42° Restaurant and Bar offers superb views as well as an exquisite dining experience. House of Anvers, Latrobe At the House of Anvers, you’ll take a fascinating guided tour of the factory, visit the Museum of Chocolate and sample delicious handmade delights.

of local ingredients.

Freedom of Choice Dining Inclusions

A Hearty Start

We recognise that not all of our guests

Throughout your tour, you’ll take delight

have the same tastes. That’s why we offer

in starting each day with a tasty buffet

a choice of restaurants in the culture-rich

breakfast, featuring a range of quality

city of Hobart, included in the cost of your

local produce prepared to perfection.

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Every dining experience is an event

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Start every day with a delicious breakfast

Toast the freshest produce on the island

Enjoy some of Tasmania’s freshest seafood

Indulge in handmade chocolates

...embark on a culinary journey and sample the Tasmanian table’s best local produce, prepared with passion and regional flair in every destination...

CULINARY WONDERS

Nibble on creamy dairy delicacies

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ignature Experiences Included experiences crafted just for you. Awash with history, abundant with national parks and fragrant with flowers, Tasmania has sensory pleasures at every turn.

Once-in-a-Lifetime Moments

Freycinet National Park

APT Signature Experiences provide a

Freycinet National Park boasts spectacular

unique window into the region you’re

granite mountains, expansive coastal vistas

exploring. Encounters with culture, history

and secluded beaches. Here you’ll enjoy

and natural beauty will leave you with the

plenty of time to take in the exquisite scenery.

knowledge that you’ve gotten closer to Tasmania than the average visitor.

APT EXCLUSIVE! Bridestowe Lavender Estate

Gordon River Cruise Venture into the World Heritage wilderness of the Gordon River on a luxurious cruise aboard the Lady Jane Franklin II. From your

Explore glorious fields of fragrant colour at

seat on the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck,

Bridestowe Lavender Estate during flowering

see a land lost in time and enjoy a delicious

season (December to January). Visit the

gourmet lunch.

on-site distillery, then sample a range of unique lavender-infused fare, including lavender jam, candies and condiments.

APT EXCLUSIVE! The Tarkine

Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park Characterised by the iconic outline of Cradle Mountain, this park forms part of Tasmania’s Wilderness World Heritage

Immerse yourself in the cool temperate

Area. Home to some of the state’s most

rainforest of the Tarkine. Take in dramatic

stunning landscapes, you’ll be sure to

views of the Arthur River as it winds through

experience a complete sense of wonder.

a mystical landscape, and connect with remote wilderness region. Stop among the

Woolmers Estate & National Rose Garden

ferns for a glass of Tasmanian wine, and

Surrounded by rolling green paddocks,

cake made with locally-sourced honey.

reflect on Tasmanian colonial life at the

nature as you are guided through this

APT’s Tasmanian Devil Visit APT’s very own Tasmanian devil at

19th-century pioneer farm, Woolmers Estate, and explore the National Rose Garden.

East Coast Natureworld, just outside of

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Bicheno. As part of APT’s Conservation

Throughout itineraries, APT’s included

Fund, we’re proud to help in the protection

Signature Experiences are presented in

of this endangered species.

bold text and highlighted by this logo. Go walking in Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park

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Capture the perfect portrait at Bridestowe Lavender Estate (subject to conditions)

...these are the holiday moments that you can keep reliving for years to come, the ones that make you yearn to go back to Tasmania time and time again... SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

Find true Tasmanian tranquillity in the Tarkine

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APT’s Freedom of



Choose your sightseeing and We realise that different people have different interests and tastes. In select locations throughout Tasmania, is just that – your very own. Our sightseeing options have been carefully selected to appeal to a broad

Freedom of Choice Sightseeing Inclusions TM

LAUNCESTON

CRADLE MOUNTAIN

HOBART Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre

Travel to the picturesque Huon Valley and experience the thrill of nature during a guided walk among the tree tops on the Tahune AirWalk.

In a building that dates back to 1904, learn about the history and heritage of the region, as well as a recent story of survival.

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Beer Lover’s Tour Learn all about the brewing process on a tour of the historic James Boag’s Brewery. In the Centre for Beer Lovers, enjoy a guided tasting where you’ll sample three beers matched with three varieties of local cheese.

Seahorse World

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Platypus House Visit Platypus House, where you are guaranteed to see the elusive and unique Tasmanian platypus, as well as other Tasmanian wildlife.

OR

Museum of Old & New Art

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History of Alcohol Walking Tour A fun way to get to know the state’s capital, your guide will take you to various iconic hotels and pubs. You’ll also enjoy tastings of Tasmanian beer, wine and spirits.

OR

History of People & Places Walking Tour Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Hobart on a locally guided walking tour. Along the way you’ll hear fascinating stories and tales of iconic people from the city’s past.

High Tea at Hotel Grand Chancellor Enjoy a delicious selection of scones, cakes and sandwiches as you sit down for an indulgent high tea at Launceston’s Hotel Grand Chancellor.

Look for This Logo Throughout itineraries, Freedom of ChoiceTM Sightseeing Inclusions are indicated by this logo.

Walk among the treetops at the Tahune AirWalk near Hobart

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Enjoy the taste of Tasmania’s finest cheeses and gain an insight into the art of wine appreciation.

OR

Night Spotlight Tour Experience the wonder of the Cradle Mountain wilderness at night, searching for native animals by torchlight (limited availability).

Cruise the Derwent River to the Museum of Old and New Art, better known by its acronym MONA. Here, you’ll view collections of ancient, modern and contemporary art.

Gain a glimpse into the magical underwater home of seahorses at one of the world’s first seahorse farms, and learn about the preservation of these mystical creatures.

OR

Wine & Cheese Tasting

Tahune AirWalk

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Guided Walk Join a leisurely afternoon stroll through the pristine alpine scenery surrounding Cradle Mountain, learning about the native flora and fauna from your naturalist guide.

Freedom of ChoiceTM Inclusions – Notes Due to venue closures on some dates, some options may not be available as listed. In select locations, some inclusions must be pre-booked. Minimum and maximum numbers may apply on some activities for them to operate. Dining options are subject to availability and seasonal opening times of restaurants. Limited numbers and dining times apply.

Choice Inclusions TM

dining options – at no extra cost. we offer you the following Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing and Dining Inclusions so that your holiday range of interests, while our dining options allow you to personalise your holiday dining experience.

Freedom of Choice Dining Inclusions TM

HOBART Mures Upper Deck With sweeping views across Hobart’s harbour, exceptional service and award-winning seafood, Mures Upper Deck provides diners an experience to savour.

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Drunken Admiral Restaurant Situated on Hobart’s picturesque waterfront, this delightful restaurant offers fresh local seafood and exudes a certain nautical nostalgia.

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The Henry Jones Art Hotel Enjoy a refreshing take on some truly classic dishes in one of Hobart’s oldest hotels, located right on the waterfront.

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Restaurant Tasman Enjoy relaxed dining and friendly service at the Restaurant Tasman, where you’ll choose from a menu of contemporary and modern cuisine created from fresh Tasmanian produce.

Dine on tantalising Tasmanian fare

Look for This Logo Throughout itineraries, Freedom of ChoiceTM Dining Inclusions are indicated by this logo.

APT’S FREEDOM OF TASMANIA CHOICETM INCLUSIONS

Indulge in the freshest produce from field to fork

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Discover the world with APT and become the centre of ours. As part of the APT family, you’ll enjoy exclusive privileges each time you travel with us. From the very moment you book your first APT journey of seven days or more, we welcome you to the APT Club. As a member, you can be certain that you’ll always be treated as a prestigious guest of APT.

silver membership

1 APT TRIP

Once you have booked your first APT trip, you qualify for complimentary Silver membership. Benefits include: • Welcome Home Voucher* (valued at $100 per person) at the completion of your trip • ‘By Invitation’ tours available exclusively to APT Club Members Mem ber

• Invitations to special events • Access to our dedicated APT Club Hotline • Exclusive member communications featuring the latest offers and destinations • Solo Traveller Club membership upon request • Access to the APT SnapnSend postcard app  ree Travel Kit complete with a travel bag and a detachable light bag; luggage labels; a ticket wallet; •F a personalised itinerary and touring information

gold membership

2 APT TRIPS

Once you have booked your second APT trip, Gold membership entitles you to all the APT Club benefits of Silver membership, plus: Freedom of Choice™ Savings* – Choose one of the following: • Complimentary return private Home-To-Airport Transfers Mem ber

• $100 credit per person towards your booking Freedom of Choice™ Merchandise* – Choose to replace your travel bag with one of the following items: Toiletry Bag, Worldwide Travel Adaptor, Packing Cells or a Folding Tote Bag

platinum membership

3 APT TRIPS

Once you have booked your third APT trip, Platinum membership entitles you to all the APT Club benefits of Silver membership, plus: Freedom of Choice™ Savings* – Choose two of the following: • Complimentary return private Home-To-Airport Transfers • $100 credit per person towards your booking • Complimentary overnight accommodation before or after your tour – select hotels, see page 33.

Freedom of Choice™ Merchandise* – Choose to replace your travel bag with one of the following items: Toiletry Bag, Worldwide Travel Adaptor, Packing Cells or a Folding Tote Bag

*Conditions apply – visit www.aptouring.com.au/aptclub/memberbenefits

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SnapnSend Send your photos as real postcards While on your APT trip, turn your photos into personalised, printed postcards at the touch of a button. Before your trip, visit the App Store on your iPad or iPhone and search: Snap n Send

Your Travel Kit, including a travel bag, ticket wallet & luggage labels

MERCHANDISE Gold and Platinum members can choose from our range of exclusive APT Club merchandise, including:

Toiletry Bag

Worldwide Travel Adaptor

APT CLUB

Folding Tote Bag

Packing Cells

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SOLO TRAVELLER SAVING* 50% OFF* THE SOLO SUPPLEMENT

Book any holiday of nine days or longer and enjoy SuperDeal Savings of up to $250 per person, $500 per couple.

If you’re travelling alone and prefer to stay in a single room, we’ll take 50% off the solo supplement on selected tours and dates.

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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT*

When six or more people book an APT Tasmania holiday together, APT offers the following family and friends savings.

Book any APT Tasmania holiday and pay in full 10 months prior to departure and you will enjoy the following additional savings.

• Holidays of 10 to 12 days, save $200 per person* • Holidays of 4 to 9 days, save $100 per person*

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*All SuperDeals are strictly limited seats on set departures, and are subject to availability at time of booking. SuperDeals are not combinable unless specified, are valid on new bookings only and are not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. SuperDeal Savings: Must book and pay deposit by 31 July 2016. Save up to $500 per couple based on 12 Day Royal Tasman (RT12). Solo Traveller Saving: Offer applicable to selected APT Tasmania holidays and departure dates listed in the 2016/17 Tasmania brochure. Save up to $750 per person based on a 50% discount off the single supplement, on the 12 Day Royal Tasman (RT12). Travel with Friends & Save: When six or more friends book and pay together for a holiday of 10 days or longer, save up to $400 per couple. This offer is available in conjunction with our SuperDeal Savings and Solo Traveller Saving offers. Early Payment Discount: Offer applicable to all APT Tasmania holidays listed in the 2016/17 Tasmania brochure. Book and pay in full 10 months prior to your departure date. Save up to $400 per couple discount amount is based on the 12 Day Royal Tasman (RT12). This offer is available in conjunction with our SuperDeal Savings and Solo Traveller Saving offers.

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Day 1. Arrive Launceston, Freedom of Choice. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Explore the city on a guided tour, then enjoy your selected activity. Perhaps explore the wonders of Seahorse World, or see the elusive inhabitants of Platypus House. Alternatively, tour the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre, visit the historic James Boag’s Brewery or indulge in high tea at your hotel. Later, delight in a Welcome Dinner & Drink. Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor. FD Day 2. Bridestowe Lavender Estate, East Coast Natureworld, Freycinet National Park. Travel through the scenic wine-producing area of northern Tasmania. At Bridestowe Lavender Estate, take a tour of the distillery and sample unique lavender-infused fare. Traverse Weldborough Pass and stop at East Coast Natureworld to meet a rare Tasmanian devil. Then continue on to Freycinet National Park, and enjoy a guided walk along Cape Tourville, admiring the stunning coastal scenery. Tonight, savour an exclusive Gourmet BBQ overlooking Coles Bay (weather permitting). APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge. B, FD 24

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SCENIC FLIGHT OVER FREYCINET If you’re looking for the ultimate way to see the wonders of Freycinet National Park, this breathtaking scenic flight is for you. From the comfort of your Cessna 172 aircraft, you’ll feel at one with nature as you soar high over the dazzling coastline and azure waters of Wineglass Bay. See page 33 for further details. Day 3. Freycinet National Park, Richmond, Tasman National Park, Port Arthur. This morning, explore nature’s garden in Freycinet National Park and perhaps enjoy a walk to Wineglass Bay lookout. Continue to Richmond, and spend time exploring this charming heritage town. Afterwards, take in dramatic coastal scenes from the narrow peninsula of Eaglehawk Neck

as you travel into Tasman National Park. Here you’ll see how nature and time have combined to create spectacular rock formations including the Tessellated Pavement, Devils Kitchen and Tasman Arch. This evening, enjoy dinner in the historic town of Port Arthur before staying overnight stay in the shadows of the former penal colony. Stay: Port Arthur Motor Inn, overlooking the historic site. BD Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, Hobart, Freedom of Choice. Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, once Australia’s most notorious convict prison, on a guided tour. See the famous sandstone Penitentiary, visit the Convict Church, and hear your footsteps echo as you walk through the eerie Separate Prison. Then cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear haunting stories about the convicts that were buried there. Later, arrive in Hobart and visit the city’s charming Botanical Gardens. Tonight, choose to dine at one of four restaurants: Mures Upper Deck, Drunken Admiral Restaurant, The Henry Jones Art Hotel or Restaurant Tasman. Two Night Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor, harbour view room. B, FD

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Day 5. Hobart, Salamanca Market, Freedom of Choice. This morning, explore the vibrant Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. Afterwards, select your preferred activity. You may like to walk among the treetops at the Tahune AirWalk or explore the acclaimed Museum of Old & New Art. Alternatively, take a fun tour looking at the history of alcohol in Hobart, or perhaps enjoy a historical walking tour. Then spend the rest of the day at leisure. B

BRUNY ISLAND ADVENTURE CRUISE Perhaps explore the treasures of South Bruny National Park during an exhilarating adventure cruise. See page 33 for further details.

Day 6. Russell Falls, Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park, Strahan. Discover the magic of Russell Falls, the jewel in the crown of Mt Field National Park, then continue to the pristine, World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Visit The Wall in the Wilderness, before travelling via the mining town of Queenstown to Strahan. Tonight, enjoy views of the harbour while dining at View 42° Restaurant and Bar. APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Strahan Village, harbour view room. BD Day 7. Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain. After breakfast, board the luxurious Lady Jane Franklin II for a cruise along the secluded wilderness highway, the Gordon River. From the comfort of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, glide across Macquarie Harbour and enter the FranklinGordon Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Heritage Landing for a rainforest walk, then arrive at Tasmania’s World Heritage-listed Sarah Island, discovering what was once a convict settlement. During the cruise, you’ll be treated to a lunch of fresh local produce on

board, before passing through Hells Gates and returning to Strahan. From here, set off by coach for the remarkable Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge, set right on the edge of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. APT HIGHLIGHT! Two Night Stay: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. B, FL, D

UPGRADE YOUR STAY If you’re celebrating a special occasion while you’re in Tasmania, or just feel like treating yourself to something indulgent, why not upgrade to a Spa Suite at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge? Admire the forest views from your private spa, before enjoying a glass of port by the fire. See page 33 for further details.

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Day 8. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Freedom of Choice. Today set out to explore Dove Lake with a friendly local guide, admiring the beauty of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Later, visit Waldheim Chalet then enjoy your Freedom of Choice Sightseeing Inclusion. Perhaps indulge in a wine and cheese tasting or learn about the flora and fauna of the region during a walk with a naturalist guide. Alternatively, enjoy a free afternoon then go searching for native animals on a night spotlight tour.BD Day 9. Stanley, The Nut, The Tarkine, Smithton. Travel to Stanley, set in the shadow of The Nut. Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River. Continue to the Julius River Forest Reserve for a rainforest walk and afternoon tea, including Tasmanian wine and cake made with locally produced honey. Later, head to Smithton for an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel.  B, FD 26

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Day 10. House of Anvers, Sheffield, Woolmers Estate, National Rose Garden, Launceston. Skirting the northern coastline on the way to Devonport, you may well catch a glimpse of the Spirit of Tasmania ferry coming in this morning. But with both feet on the island, your Tasmanian touring is far from over and the House of Anvers awaits. Here, expect plenty of tasting opportunities during a special chocolate tour and sampling with Tasmania’s famous confectioners. The afternoon then takes you inland to the historic town of Sheffield, famous for the striking murals that adorn the town’s buildings, among other quaint constructions and artworks. Later, enjoy a guided walk around the historic Woolmers Estate. Wander through the museum and take a leisurely stroll through the impressive National Rose Garden, considered to be one of the finest collections of historic roses in the Southern Hemisphere. Two Night Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor. B

Day 11. Ross, Launceston, Farewell Dinner. After breakfast, you will travel to the historical township of Ross, once the home of a female penitentiary in the 1800s. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time as you walk across the historic bridge and admire the town’s antiquarian architecture. Travel around the vast Great Lake on your return to Launceston, before enjoying a special Farewell Dinner and Drink this evening. B, FD Day 12. Cataract Gorge, Depart Launceston. On your final morning in Tasmania, there’s one last natural wonder to uncover. Follow the path along the river to explore the geological wonders of Cataract Gorge, a unique natural rock formation on the outskirts of the sleepy city. Watch for the emerald peacocks who strut around the neatly manicured lawns and soak up your final taste of the fresh Tasmanian air, before bidding a fond farewell to the Apple Isle as you transfer to the B airport for your onward flight.

Soak up the serenity and enjoy the view from Freycinet Lodge

LUXURY INCLUSIONS YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 99A maximum of 40 guests 99The services of an APT Tour Director and skilled Driver 99Expert local guides in select locations 99Transfers to and from the airport 99Visits to a total of five national parks 99Two-night stays in key locations 99All sightseeing, porterage, entry fees and meals as specified

FREEDOM OF CHOICETM SIGHTSEEING INCLUSIONS 99Choose from a range of sightseeing activities in Launceston, Hobart and at Cradle Mountain

FREEDOM OF CHOICETM DINING INCLUSIONS Experience Tasmania’s seldom-seen treasures at Stanley and The Nut

99Enjoy a choice of four superb restaurants in Hobart

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99APT EXCLUSIVE! Visit the beautiful Bridestowe Lavender Estate

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$5,195 $4,995 $5,395 $5,395

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99Discover Freycinet National Park 99Cruise down the mighty Gordon River 99Explore Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Take a guided walk through the wilderness of the Tarkine 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Delight in a Tasmanian Fare Dinner in Smithton 99Visit Woolmers Estate and the magnificent National Rose Garden

FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 21 MEALS 9911 Breakfasts (B), 1 Feature Lunch (FL), 4 Dinners (D) and 5 Feature Dinners (FD)

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This evening, savour an exclusive Gourmet BBQ overlooking Coles Bay (weather permitting). APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge. B, FD

SCENIC FLIGHT OVER FREYCINET Perhaps take a scenic flight over Freycinet National Park. See page 33 for details. Day 3. Freycinet National Park, Richmond, Tasman National Park, Port Arthur. This morning, explore the wonders of Freycinet National Park and perhaps take a walk to the Wineglass Bay lookout. Continue on via the heritage town of Richmond and the dramatic coastline of Eaglehawk Neck on the way into Tasman National Park, home to the Tessellated Pavement, Devils Kitchen and Tasman Arch. Tonight, dine in Port Arthur. Stay: Port Arthur Motor Inn, overlooking the historic site. BD Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, Hobart, Freedom of Choice. Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, once Australia’s most notorious convict prison. Then cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear about the convicts buried there. Later, arrive in Hobart and visit the

Botanical Gardens. Tonight, choose from a range of tempting restaurants for dinner. Two Night Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor, harbour view room. B, FD Day 5. Hobart, Salamanca Market, Freedom of Choice. After wandering through the Salamanca Market this morning, you may like to experience the Tahune AirWalk, visit the Museum of Old & New Art or embark on one of the two walking tours available. The rest of the day is then at leisure. B

BRUNY ISLAND ADVENTURE CRUISE Perhaps take a cruise around South Bruny National Park. See page 33 for details. Day 6. Russell Falls, Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park, Strahan. Travel to Mt Field National Park, where a short walk takes you to Russell Falls. Then head into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Lake St Clair before visiting The Wall in the Wilderness. Continue via Queenstown to Strahan. Tonight, enjoy dinner at View 42° Restaurant and Bar. APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Strahan Village, harbour view room. BD

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Day 7. Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain. After breakfast, board the Lady Jane Franklin II for a Gordon River cruise. Glide across Macquarie Harbour and through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Stop at Heritage Landing, then see Sarah Island, site of an old convict settlement. Enjoy lunch on board, before passing Hells Gates and returning to Strahan. From here, travel to Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. APT HIGHLIGHT! Two Night Stay: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. B, FL, D Day 8. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Freedom of Choice. Today set out to explore Dove Lake with a local guide, admiring the beauty of Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park. Later, visit Waldheim Chalet then perhaps indulge in a wine and cheese tasting or go for a walk with a naturalist guide. Alternatively, enjoy a free afternoon then enjoy a night spotlight tour.  BD

Day 9. Stanley, The Nut, The Tarkine, Smithton. Travel to the town of Stanley and see The Nut – a rocky outcrop rising 137 metres above the sea. Journey through the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout for views of the Arthur River. Continue to the Julius River Forest Reserve for a guided rainforest walk and afternoon tea, including local wine and cake. Later, head to Smithton and savour an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel.  B, FD Day 10. House of Anvers, Sheffield, Woolmers Estate, National Rose Garden, Depart Launceston. Visit Devonport, then sample chocolate during a tour and tasting at the House of Anvers. Then travel to the town of Sheffield, famous for the murals adorning many of the buildings. Continue on to Woolmers Estate and lose yourself among petals at the National Rose Garden. Later arrive in Launceston and transfer to the airport. B

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FREEDOM OF CHOICETM SIGHTSEEING INCLUSIONS 99Choose from a range of sightseeing activities in Launceston, Hobart and at Cradle Mountain

FREEDOM OF CHOICETM DINING INCLUSIONS 99Enjoy a choice of four superb restaurants in Hobart

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2017 Jan. 3, 17, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28. Mar. 7, 14, 28. Apr. 11, 25. Sept. 12, 26; Oct. 10, 24. Nov. 7, 21; Dec. 5, 19. Indicates Guaranteed Departure. PLEASE NOTE: Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, meals as specified and accommodation. This tour forms part of the RT12 (see pages 24-27). Seniors Card holders and Australian/ New Zealand pensioners deduct $75 per person. Itinerary effective 1 Sept. 2016 – 31 Aug. 2017. Tours departing outside these dates follow a different itinerary – enquire for details.

SUPERDEAL SAVINGS SAVE $800

99See APT’s Tasmanian devil 99Discover Freycinet National Park 99Cruise down the mighty Gordon River 99Explore Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Take a guided walk through the Tarkine wilderness 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Delight in a Tasmanian Fare Dinner in Smithton 99Visit Woolmers Estate and the magnificent National Rose Garden

FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 18 MEALS 999 Breakfasts (B), 1 Feature Lunch (FL), 4 Dinners (D) and 4 Feature Dinners (FD) 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Delight in a Gourmet BBQ at Freycinet Lodge

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Day 1. Arrive Hobart, Freedom of Choice. Transfer to your hotel. Tonight, choose from our selection of restaurants for dinner. Two Night Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor, harbour view room. FD

Day 4. Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain. From the comfort of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, cruise the Gordon River aboard the luxurious Lady Jane Franklin II, enjoying a gourmet lunch on board. On your return to Strahan, travel to Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. APT HIGHLIGHT! Two Night Stay: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. B, FL, D

Day 2. Hobart, Salamanca Market, Freedom of Choice. Today, explore the bustling Salamanca Market, which houses more than 300 stalls. Later, enjoy your Freedom of B Choice Sightseeing Inclusion. 

Day 5. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Freedom of Choice. Today, absorb the beauty of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park and explore Dove Lake with a local guide. This afternoon, choose from a range of exciting BD sightseeing activities.

Day 3. Russell Falls, Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park, Strahan. Travel to Mt Field National Park and take in the beauty of Russell Falls. Then, enter the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area on the way to Lake St Clair. Later, visit The Wall in the Wilderness and continue to Strahan. Tonight dine at View 42° Restaurant and Bar. APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Strahan Village, BD harbour view room.

Day 6. Stanley, The Nut, The Tarkine, Smithton. Travel to Stanley, set in the shadow of The Nut. Then journey through the Tarkine, stop at Sumac Lookout for views

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of the Arthur River and enjoy a walk before afternoon tea. Later, head to Smithton for an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel. B, FD Day 7. House of Anvers, Sheffield, Woolmers Estate, National Rose Garden, Launceston. Enjoy a tour and tasting at the House of Anvers chocolate factory, before continuing to the historic town of Sheffield. Before arriving in Launceston, tour Woolmers Estate and the National Rose Garden. Two Night Stay: Launceston, B Hotel Grand Chancellor. Day 8. Ross, Launceston. Visit Ross then travel around the Great Lake. Back in Launceston tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner. B, FD Day 9. Cataract Gorge, Depart Launceston. Explore Cataract Gorge, before transferring to the airport. B

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$3,995 $3,795 $4,195

$5,145 $4,945 $5,395

$4,195 $3,995 $4,195

$5,395 $5,195 $5,395

99A maximum of 40 guests 99The services of an APT Tour Director and skilled Driver 99Expert local guides in select locations

2017 Jan. 6, 20; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 17, 31. Apr. 14, 28. Sept. 15, 29; Oct. 13, 27; Nov. 10, 24; Dec. 8, 22. Indicates Guaranteed Departure. PLEASE NOTE: Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, meals as specified and accommodation. This tour forms part of the RT12 (see pages 24-27). Seniors Card holders and Australian/New Zealand pensioners deduct $75 per person. Itinerary effective 1 Sept. 2016 – 31 Aug. 2017. Tours departing outside these dates follow a different itinerary – enquire for details.

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FREEDOM OF CHOICETM INCLUSIONS 99Choose from a range of sightseeing activities in Hobart and at Cradle Mountain 99Enjoy a choice of four superb restaurants in Hobart

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES 99Enjoy a total of five different Signature Experiences

FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 15 MEALS 998 Breakfasts (B), 1 Feature Lunch (FL), 3 Dinners (D) and 3 Feature Dinners (FD)

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Strahan. From here, travel to Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. APT HIGHLIGHT! Two Night Stay: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. B, FL, D

Day 2. Russell Falls, Cradle MountainLake St Clair National Park, Strahan. Journey through the Derwent Valley and explore Russell Falls in Mt Field National Park. Then, travel into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area to Lake St Clair. Continue to Strahan. Tonight, dine at View 42° Restaurant. APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Strahan Village, harbour view room. BD

Day 4. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Freedom of Choice. Experience the beauty of Cradle Mountain as you join a local guide for a walk around Dove Lake. Afterwards, choose from a range of Freedom of Choice Sightseeing activities. BD Day 5. Stanley, The Nut, The Tarkine, Smithton. Journey along the north-west coast to the town of Stanley and see The Nut – a striking volcanic outcrop. Then travel to the Tarkine region and stop at Sumac Lookout before taking a walk through the rainforest, where you’ll enjoy an afternoon tea. In Smithton tonight, indulge in an exclusive Tasmanian Fare Feature Dinner. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel. B, FD

Day 3. Gordon River Cruise, Cradle Mountain. After breakfast, board the Lady Jane Franklin II for a cruise on the Gordon River. Glide through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, stopping at Heritage Landing for a rainforest walk. See Sarah Island then pass through Hells Gates on your return to

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Day 6. House of Anvers, Sheffield, Woolmers Estate, National Rose Garden, Launceston. Stop in Devonport before continuing to the House of Anvers chocolate factory. Here, enjoy a tour and tasting before visiting the Museum of Chocolate. Later, go for a guided walk around the historic Woolmers Estate. Wander through the museum and take a leisurely stroll through the impressive National Rose Garden, considered to be one of the finest collections of historic roses in the Southern Hemisphere. Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor. B Day 7. Ross, Launceston, Farewell Dinner. After breakfast, head for the historical township of Ross. Step back in time as you walk across the historic bridge and admire the town’s antiquarian architecture. Then continue back around the Great Lake on your return to Launceston, where your tour concludes with an included transfer to the airport. B

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$2,895 $2,795 $3,095

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2017 Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18; Apr. 1. Apr. 15, 29. Sept. 16, 30; Oct. 14, 28; Nov. 11, 25; Dec. 9, 23.

PLEASE NOTE: Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, meals as specified and accommodation. This tour forms part of the RT12 (see pages 24-27). Seniors Card holders and Australian/New Zealand pensioners deduct $50 per person. Itinerary effective 1 Sept. 2016 – 31 Aug. 2017. Tours departing outside these dates follow a different itinerary – enquire for details.

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99Choose from a range of activities at Cradle Mountain

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES 99Enjoy a total of five different Signature Experiences

FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 11 MEALS 996 Breakfasts (B), 1 Feature Lunch (FL), 3 Dinners (D) and 1 Feature Dinner (FD)

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Experience serene scenes and learn about convict history at Port Arthur

pristine nature and dramatic coastline. Arrive at Freycinet Lodge where tonight, you will indulge in an exclusive Gourmet BBQ overlooking Coles Bay (weather permitting). APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay: Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge. B, FD

Day 1. Arrive Launceston, Freedom of Choice. Arrive in Launceston and transfer to your hotel. Then explore the city on a tour, before enjoying your selected sightseeing activity. Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Dinner & Drink with a menu exclusively chosen for APT guests. You’ll also learn some cooking tips from the Hotel Grand Chancellor’s chef. Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor. FD

SCENIC FLIGHT OVER FREYCINET Perhaps take a scenic flight over Freycinet National Park. See page 33 for details.

Day 2. Bridestowe Lavender Estate, East Coast Natureworld, Freycinet National Park. Visit Bridestowe Lavender Estate and sample the unique lavenderinfused fare. Then follow the Tasman Highway and enter the temperate rainforests of the Weldborough Pass. Continuing south through the town of St Helens to Bicheno, visit East Coast Natureworld. See APT’s very own Tasmanian devil and meet an array of other native animals. Afterwards, journey to Freycinet National Park and walk along Cape Tourville, admiring the

Day 3. Freycinet National Park, Richmond, Tasman National Park, Port Arthur. This morning after breakfast, you have some time at leisure to explore picturesque Freycinet National Park. If you’re feeling energetic, perhaps take a walk to Wineglass Bay lookout to take in the views of pure white beaches and the surrounding bushland. Later, travel to the heritage town of Richmond and admire its historic convict-built bridge. Then enter Tasman National Park.

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Here, you’ll see how nature and time have combined to create spectacular rock formations such as the Tessellated Pavement, Devils Kitchen and Tasman Arch. Continue along a scenic stretch of road to one of Australia’s most evocative historic sites, the convict settlement of Port Arthur. This evening, stay in the shadows of the former penal colony. Stay: Port Arthur Motor Inn, overlooking the historic site. BD Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, Depart Hobart. Step back in time as you explore the Port Arthur Historic Site today. There is no better place to imagine how convict life would have been as you tour the ruins, explore the chilling prison and cruise across Mason Cove around the Isle of the Dead. Afterwards, travel to Hobart, the Tasmanian capital, where your tour concludes with a transfer to the airport. B

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4 DAY TOUR (RT04)

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Twin Share

Solo Trav.

Mar. 1, 15; Apr. 5, 26. Sept. 13; Oct. 11, 18, 25. Nov. 8, 22; Dec. 6, 20.

$1,795 $1,795 $1,795

$2,245 $2,245 $2,245

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$2,245 $2,145 $2,245

99A maximum of 40 guests 99The services of an APT Tour Director and skilled Driver 99Expert local guides in select locations

2017 Jan. 3, 17, 31; Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28; Mar. 7, 14, 28. Apr. 11, 25. Sept. 12, 26; Oct. 10, 24; Nov. 7, 21; Dec. 5, 19. Indicates Guaranteed Departure. PLEASE NOTE: Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, cruises, meals as specified and accommodation. This tour forms part of the RT12 (see pages 24-27). Seniors Card holders and Australian/New Zealand pensioners deduct $50 per person. Itinerary effective 1 Sept. 2016 – 31 Aug. 2017. Tours departing outside these dates follow a different itinerary – enquire for details.

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FREEDOM OF CHOICETM INCLUSIONS 99Choose from a range of sightseeing activities in Launceston

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES 99Enjoy a total of three different Signature Experiences

FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 6 MEALS 993 Breakfasts (B), 1 Dinner (D) and 2 Feature Dinners (FD) 99APT EXCLUSIVE! Enjoy a Gourmet BBQ at Freycinet Lodge

Enrich Your Experience Personalise your journey and enjoy more of Tasmania. On select journeys, the following range of options add another dimension to your Tasmania holiday experience. Spirit of Tasmania# With modern interiors, delicious food and great entertainment, the iconic Spirit of Tasmania offers a sailing experience across Bass Strait. Sail overnight between Melbourne and Devonport. Please enquire for prices.

A Day in the Wilderness Air Tour#

Scenic Flight Over Freycinet

Bruny Island Adventure Cruise#

Take to the air in a small aircraft for a 30-minute flight offering unparalleled views of Wineglass Bay, the Hazards and Freycinet Peninsula. Price: from $130 per person.

Cruise along the coast to see the wildlife of Bruny Island and enjoying a delicious lunch. Upgrade Price: $150 per person.

Peppers Cradle Mountain Upgrade#

Cradle Mountain Helicopter Flight

Why not enhance your Tasmanian Cradle Mountain experience with a beautiful Spa Suite? Upgrade Price: $105 per person, twin share; $180 for solo travellers.

Fly over some of Tasmania’s impressive landscapes, before exploring the waterways of Bathurst and Port Davey on a scenic cruise. Upgrade Price: $415 per person

Note: waterproof clothing is provided but APT suggests you bring extra warm clothing.

Experience this ancient alpine landscape from above, soaring over beech trees and button grass to see sights such as Barn Bluff, Waterfall Valley and Mt Emmett. Price: from $245 per person.

Please note that all options may be weather dependent and minimum/maximum numbers may apply. Prices are in A$, are indicative only and are subject to change. Some options may replace day’s touring. #These optional touring activities must be pre-booked and are subject to availability. All other options can be booked on tour by your friendly Tour Director.

Pre & Post Accommodation Enjoy additional time to relax or further explore and extend your stay before or after your holiday in Tasmania. HOBART

Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hotel Grand Chancellor

Per person, including breakfast*

Twin

Solo Trav.

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$245

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Per person, including breakfast*

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HERITAGE & CULTURE ENRICH YOUR EXPERIENCE / PRE & POST ACCOMMODATION

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General Information & Conditions The following terms and conditions (‘booking conditions’) form the basis of your contract with Australian Pacific Touring Pty Ltd (‘APT’, ‘we’ or ‘our’). Please read them carefully as they set out your and our respective rights and obligations. By asking us to confirm your booking, we are entitled to assume that you have had the opportunity to read and have read these booking conditions, that you agree to them and that you agree to them applying to your holiday arrangements that you book with us and which we agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) as part of our contract with you. References in these booking conditions to your ‘holiday package’ are references to the tour package you have booked with APT. References to ‘excursions’ are references to short trips or tours included or available as part of your holiday package. Governing Law These booking conditions are governed by the law in force in Victoria, Australia. BEFORE YOU BOOK Prices – Deposits – Discounts – Payments Your booking price will be set out in this brochure unless it is varied by advertising or a special offer, or is changed after the publication date for any reason, including without limitation, to cover changes in government taxes and charges, exchange rate variations, fuel surcharges, airline charges, a force majeure event or other material increases by suppliers. Once you pay your deposit your holiday package price is guaranteed (except for any changes resulting from a force majeure event – see below). A $200 security deposit per person, per holiday package is required within seven days of booking confirmation requirements may vary when booking a special offer. Final payment of the balance of your holiday package price is due 100 days prior to departure unless stated in the terms of a special offer. APT reserves the right to cancel any ticket or booking or to refuse to carry any passenger where payment has not been received by APT within the specified time. All fares and charges are in Australian currency. Payment in full is required at time of booking for reservations made less than 100 days before departure from Australia. If APT is unable to confirm your reservation, all monies will be refunded. Travelling with Minors Children under 15: When sharing with one adult 20% off the coach fare. Children under 12 years of age are not recommended to participate in a coach tour. Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. Included in Holiday Package Price All coach and travel, accommodation, airport transfers on the first and last day, sightseeing, specified excursions, meals, tour, admissions and the services of a tour director (if minimum numbers are not met, the tour director’s duties may be covered by a driver guide) as stated in your itinerary. Transfers Airport transfers are included on the first and last day of the holiday package at designated times. No refund will be given for unused transfers. Transfers cannot be re-routed to other pick-up points or destinations. Passengers who miss the pre-booked transfers must make their own way to/from the hotel at their own expense. A group transfer is generally a shared transfer and the type of vehicle used will normally be dependent upon the size of the group.

Solo Travellers A limited number of single rooms may be available by request at time of booking your holiday package. Guests have to pay a solo supplement upgrade should they no longer wish to share with someone during the tour. Share Twin Guarantee for Solo Travellers To qualify for this offer, you must be willing not to smoke in your rooms, and accept that compatibility with your roommate cannot be guaranteed. Passengers Needing Special Assistance APT welcomes passengers with disabilities or special needs provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance. Any disability or medical condition requiring special attention must be reported to APT at the time of booking. APT will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of disabled passengers, but is not responsible for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, trains, restaurants or other independent suppliers, or for any additional associated expenses. Coaches and minibuses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on coaches, due to space limitations. APT is unable to provide individual assistance to any passenger for walking, dining, boarding or alighting coaches or other transportation vehicles or other personal needs. Health & Fitness A good level of fitness and health is required to participate on APT’s holiday packages. In some destinations there are extensive sightseeing excursions by foot and which includes climbing of stairs. Mobility is needed boarding or disembarking coaches. We recommend a visit to the doctor and dentist before travelling to overseas destinations. It is your responsibility to advise APT of any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect the normal conduct of a holiday package and the enjoyment of other passengers. A Health, Fitness & Mobility Questionnaire will be provided and requested to be completed at the time of booking if you advise of any health, fitness or mobility issues. APT is not liable for any injury, illness, or loss of enjoyment which could have been reasonably prevented had we been made aware of a pre-existing condition and been provided an opportunity to review it. We will not be responsible for any costs associated with cancellation penalties or the return of passengers from a tour, and a refund for lost touring cannot be claimed. Freedom of Choice & Signature Experience Excursions Minimum and maximum group numbers apply on some Freedom of Choice or Signature Experience excursions. If your first choice of Freedom of Choice or Signature Experience excursion is unavailable you may be asked to choose an alternative. Public Holidays/Festivals Virtually all countries have public holidays, religious or otherwise. The festivities may temporarily disrupt your holiday and some religious holidays may result in a reduction of facilities and entertainment.

Not Included in Our Holiday Package Price Airfares (unless stated), airport taxes, laundry, passport and visa fees, gratuities, food not on the regular table d’hôte menu, drinks may or may not be included as indicated in your itinerary, excess baggage, fuel surcharges and optional excursions and gratuities not specified in your itinerary.

Late Bookings & Special Offers Many of the hotels and holiday packages included in our late bookings promotions or special offers are also featured in APT’s other main brochures and on its website. Late booking promotions and special offers do not apply to existing bookings unless otherwise stated.

Choosing Your Holiday The holidays contained within this brochure are for departures between 1 September 2016 and 31 August 2017. To maximise your enjoyment of your APT holiday and to ensure that it lives up to your expectations, it is important that you choose the right holiday package for you. Our brochures contain limited information, however, there is more information online at www.aptouring.com.au and our qualified staff are available to discuss your options.

Earlybird Deals and Special Offers Conditions Apply. For full terms and conditions relating to any Earlybird deal or special offer on your booking, please go to www.aptouring.com.au/specialdeals.

Hotels In more remote places, hotel standards may not be quite as high as in major centres. APT endeavours to utilise the most suitable accommodation available in each destination to ensure that passengers enjoy high levels of cleanliness, comfort and service. The hotels listed in this brochure will be used on almost all holiday packages, however, if a change is necessary for any reason, APT will endeavour to ensure that alternative accommodation is of an equivalent standard to those shown.

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Twin or Double Rooms Accommodation in all hotels, regardless of the rating, is in standard rooms (sometimes named superior/deluxe) based on twins or doubles unless otherwise stated.

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BOOKING & PAYING FOR YOUR HOLIDAY APT Deposit Cancellation Peace of Mind Applicable when an upfront fee of $75 per person is paid with your deposit. The holiday package can be cancelled prior to the final payment date and your deposit will be retained as an APT holding credit to be used for future bookings. If Deposit Cancellation Peace of Mind is claimed, monies held must be used on a future tour and cannot be redeemed against the original tour departure date. Deposit held in credit will exclude fees imposed by third parties, including but not limited to air travel, rail travel and hotels. When booking airfares through APT (including when taking advantage of a special offer that includes air travel), standard airline cancellation fees will apply. In some cases, airfares will be non-refundable. In the event of cancellation, these fees will be deducted from the deposit paid, and therefore the credit

being held. APT Deposit Cancellation Peace of Mind applies to new bookings only and is only valid up until 100 days prior to travel. After three years, unused credit funds will incur the original cancellation conditions as per brochure. This does not replace travel insurance, which we strongly recommend at the time of booking. Travel Insurance Travel Insurance is not included in your holiday package. For your protection we strongly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes (without limitation) coverage for medical expenses, loss of luggage, land content and airfare charges that may occur due to cancellation, disruption, loss of deposit or strikes. Travel Information & Documents After booking you will receive an invoice with all important information relevant to your holiday package. We strongly recommend you check the details carefully and read the included information. Please ensure that you check your flight timings carefully on your tickets, particularly early am departures. Approximately 21 days before departure you will receive your eticket together with your final itinerary. However in the case of late bookings, charges or late payment, tickets may be emailed to you. Special Requests Where a special request (e.g. diet, room location, twin or double bedded room, a particular facility at a hotel, flight seat requests and/or particular meals) is an important factor in your choice of holiday, you must advise us when your booking is made. APT will pass your request onto the hotel, airline or other supplier but cannot guarantee that it will be accommodated. APT will also pass on any dietary requests to the airline but we strongly recommend that you check directly with the airline once your tickets have been issued. The provision of any special request does not constitute a term of your contract with us. Confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to the supplier or the inclusion of the special request on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation is not confirmation that the request will be met. Unless and until specifically confirmed, all special requests are subject to availability. Credit Card Surcharges If you pay APT by credit card, credit card surcharges of between 1% and 3% will be added your tour price. IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY Changes or Additions to Your Holiday If you want to change any part of your holiday arrangements after the invoice has been issued, we will do our best to make the change, but it may not be possible. Any request for changes must be made in writing by the person who made the original booking, or his or her travel agent. If it is possible to make the change, it will be subject to an administration charge and payment of any further costs incurred as a result of the change. Cancellation Policy Days of Notice 100 days or more 99-81 days 80-61 days 60-0 days or less

Fee Per Person Loss of deposit 35% of holiday package price 50% of holiday package price 100% of holiday package price

All cancellations must be received in writing by APT and are not effective until this notification has been received. If your holiday has commenced, 100% of the full holiday package price is charged. There is no refund for unused services or if portions of the holiday package are missed. Additional cancellation fees may also be charged in respect of accommodation reserved outside the holiday package dates. These cancellation fees are in addition to any fees that may be levied by APT and your travel agent (if any). You acknowledge that the amounts estimated under the Cancellation Policy are reasonable and represent a genuine pre-estimate of APT’s loss. If you request changes after APT has issued your documents, APT may charge you a fee of $70 per person in addition to any applicable cancellation fees. Cancellation of Ticketed Airfares An APT cancellation fee of $50 per person applies for ticketed airfares, in addition to any airline cancellation fees that are applicable. Changes to Ticketed Airfares If you wish to amend the date or routing on your ticketed air booking, an APT amendment fee of $30 per person for the first change and $85 for any subsequent changes will be charged in addition to airline change fees and additional taxes that are applicable. If, for any reason, a name change to a ticketed Airfare is required, a $125 per person name change fee will apply for every change in addition to any applicable airline fees.

IF WE WANT TO CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY Brochure Accuracy APT has endeavoured to ensure that the information given in this brochure about accommodation, itineraries etc., is correct to the best of its knowledge at the time of going to print. However, advertised descriptions and facilities and prices may change after publication. We recommend that you confirm the details of your chosen holiday package at the time of booking. Additionally, flight times, carriers and routes in the brochure are given for guidance only as there may be changes. Final details will be shown on your tickets. Holiday package or excursion itineraries may change or be different from those described in the brochure as a result of local conditions, weather conditions, annual events. APT will endeavour to notify you of any significant changes prior to your departure. Flight Changes The flight timings shown in our brochure, on our website and detailed on your confirmation invoice are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. Flight timings are set by airlines and affected by events outside our control. Scheduled and charter flight timings, and days of operation are also subject to change. APT will advise you of any significant changes as soon as it is informed by the airline. Minor timing changes will be shown on your flight tickets. Any change in the identity of the airline, flight timings or aircraft type (if advised) will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying any applicable cancellation fees except where specified in these booking conditions. If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday Before Your Departure APT endeavours to provide you with all the services confirmed to you at the time of your booking. However, we plan arrangements a long time in advance of your departure date using independent suppliers such as airline, hotels etc., over whom we have no direct control. On occasions changes do have to be made, and APT reserves the right to cancel or amend holiday packages/excursions accordingly. Force Majeure Force Majeure means the occurrence of an event that is beyond APT’s reasonable control and which could not have been reasonably prevented by APT, which includes, but is not limited to: (a) war, armed conflict, criminal damage, riot, civil strife, industrial dispute, terrorist activity or the threat of any such acts; (b) natural disaster (including but not limited to flooding, fire, earthquake, landslide), adverse weather conditions, high or low water levels; (c) nuclear or other industrial accident causing environmental pollution or contamination; or (d) change in law, meaning, enactment, amendment (including repeal) in the law or administration of any law in Australia or any jurisdiction or territory relevant to the booking contract, which includes changes in statute, regulation, determination, by-law, declaration, licence and the common law as applicable from time to time. Termination of Booking Contract or Change of Travel Arrangements Due to Force Majeure If APT, in its reasonable opinion, considers that any Force Majeure event prevents APT (whether directly or through its employees, contractors, subcontractors and agents) from lawfully or safely providing any products or services subject of the booking contract with you, APT may immediately by written notice: (a) terminate the booking contract (in whole or in part); or (b) change your travel arrangements as reasonably practicable to ensure your safety and invoice you for any additional costs.

ON HOLIDAY Freedom of Choice™ Dining Inclusions APT reserves the right to change restaurants should circumstances warrant.

Disruption to Itinerary Arrangements Itineraries are intended as a guide only and are subject to alteration without notice. Alternations may be necessary for various reasons including, without limitation, road, river or weather conditions, strikes or other reasons beyond APT’s reasonable control. Under normal conditions, itineraries will operate as far as possible as detailed in this brochure. However, sometimes for reasons beyond our control, it may be necessary to make alterations to your itinerary. APT will not be liable for any direct or indirect costs that you incur as a result of any event or other factor beyond our control which necessitates a change in your itinerary. APT cannot guarantee exact arrival and departure times for carriers and operators used by APT and APT will not be liable for failure to make connections with any other services or attractions beyond its control. Local Purchases APT is not responsible for any items you may purchase locally i.e. jewellery/furniture etc. You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for any import duty or freight costs. Personal Belongings & Lost Items For security reasons valuables should be kept to a minimum and packed in your hand luggage along with your medicines. It is your responsibility to look after your property at all times and you must ensure you are adequately covered by comprehensive travel insurance in the event of any loss. ON RETURN FROM YOUR HOLIDAY Data Protection Policy Any personal information (including sensitive information and health information) that APT obtains and retains from you or about you is necessary for our business purposes. Our Privacy Policy details why we collect this information, who we may disclose it to (including overseas recipients), and the main consequences if we do not collect it. Our Privacy Policy also contains information about how you may seek access to, or correction of, the personal information held about you, and our complaint resolution procedures. Our Privacy Policy is available at www.aptouring.com.au/ privacy or by request to us. GENERAL INFORMATION Limitation of Liability 1. Our holiday packages include the services of independent providers, such as hoteliers, airlines, cruise companies and other operators, who are not agents, servants or employees of APT. Although we take care in selecting the independent service providers and the optional excursions conducted by some independent service providers, APT is not responsible for the conduct of the independent service providers, their servants and agents or for any ramifications of that conduct. Optional excursions may, depending on your holiday package, include activities such as climbing, exploring, bike riding, swimming and snorkelling. You accept and assume the risk involved with these activities.

6. Your travel agent will forward deposits and other payments to us on your behalf, but your travel agent is not our agent for the purpose of receipt of monies. Receipt of deposits and subsequent payments by the travel agent does not constitute receipt of those monies by us and the travel agent has no authority expressed or implied to receive monies on our behalf. There is no liability on the part of APT in respect to any monies paid to your travel agent unless and until APT notifies you (by way of a booking confirmation advice or payment receipt advice) that monies have been received by APT. APT reserves the right to cancel any ticket or booking or refuse to carry any passenger where payment has not been received by APT within the specified time. Medical Assistance APT does not employ medical staff on our tours. If you require medical attention, local medical services can be contacted immediately. You are responsible for all charges that result from a visiting a medical facility, or for a medical practitioner visiting you. APT is not responsible for the type or quality of the medical services you may receive. Smoking Government regulations forbid smoking in tourist coaches, however frequent stops are made for those wishing to smoke. Smoking is not permitted in twin share ‘matched’ rooms. Requests for smoking/non-smoking rooms will be passed on to hotels but cannot be guaranteed. Service Enquiries If a problem occurs during your holiday you should, in your own interests, advise your Tour Director so that steps can be taken to resolve the matter. If you remain dissatisfied, any complaint must be made in writing to APT within 30 days. Luggage Limits Each passenger is entitled to take one piece of luggage that does not exceed 160cm (63 inches), or weigh more than 20kg (44 pounds). An extra charge will be imposed to cover porterage handling of any additional luggage. Your Tour Director will advise you of the exact additional charge. APT Club Terms & Conditions Details including the range of benefits are available on our website at: www.aptouring.com.au/APTClub Maps Within This Publication Note that maps may not be to scale. Images Within This Publication Some images in this publication are copyright of, and have been reproduced with the permission of: Port Arthur Historic Sites, Emma Carmichael, Tourism Tasmania and Rob Burnett, Graham Freeman, Ray Joyce, Diane & Lindsay Stockbridge, Alice Hansen, Poon Wai Nang, Garry Moore, Chris Crerar, Nigel Honey, Stuart Crossett, Sean Fennessy, Kathryn Leahy, Glen Gibson. Publication No. H4793. Price and itineraries valid from 1 September 2016 – 31 August 2017. Publication is valid from 19 February 2016 and supersedes all previous publications.

2. If, in the opinion of any representative of APT, your mental or physical condition is such as to affect your own health and safety, render you incapable to care for yourself, cause you to became a hazard to yourself or other passengers or result in you becoming objectionable to other passengers or staff, you will not be permitted to embark or continue on the whole or any part of the holiday package. APT is not liable to you for any costs associated with such decision and you will not be refunded for any part of the holiday package. APT reserves the right to refuse the service of alcohol to anyone who in the opinion of our staff has exceeded their limit. 3. APT accepts no responsibility for any death, injury, illness, loss (including loss of enjoyment), damage, detention, delay (including mechanical breakdown) beyond its control. 4. Any term, condition or warranty express or implied by statute or otherwise in respect of the holiday packages contained in this brochure are excluded to the full extent permitted by law. Nothing in these booking conditions excludes, restricts or modifies the application of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) as amended, consolidated, supplemented or replaced. 5. To the full extent permitted by law, APT’s liability arising under or in connection with these booking conditions: (a) is limited to the re-supply of the products or services or the payment of the cost of re-supply of the products or services to you; and (b) excludes liability for any indirect or consequential losses suffered by you or any third party, howsoever caused, including but not limited to pure economic loss or any special, extraordinary or punitive damage to you or any other party.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Limitation of Liability in the Event of Force Majeure In the event that APT cancels or changes your travel arrangements in any way due to a Force Majeure event, APT will not be liable to you in contract, tort, statute or restitution for any loss (including, but not limited to, loss of deposit or purchase price and loss of enjoyment), damage, costs, charges, expenses or injury resulting from or in connection with (whether directly or indirectly): (a) the cancellation or change to your travel arrangements; or (b) the Force Majeure event. APT is not liable to refund any part of the deposit or purchase price paid by you if APT subsequently changes or cancels your travel arrangements in connection with a Force Majeure event. Force Majeure events are unpredictable and beyond APT’s control. It is your responsibility to purchase travel insurance to adequately protect yourself against these risks.

Seat Allocation on Coach Tours To ensure all passengers enjoy forward and window facing seats, we have incorporated a daily seat rotation system. This system is not able to be adjusted to suit individual needs under any circumstances.

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