Australia Melbourne Hobart Swansea Bicheno 10 Days 7 Nights GOAU9691

07.30 Arrive at Melbourne Airport, Australia. Pass through immigration and customs.
09.00 Check in at the Regional Express Airlines counter.
Lunch: Free time for lunch at the airport.
12.00 Depart from Melbourne Airport to Hobart Airport by Jetstar Airways flight JQ.. (approximately 1.20 hours flight time)
13.20 Arrive at Hobart Airport.
Afternoon: Visit Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, a famous tourist city. It is the second oldest city after Sydney, founded in Australia in 1803. Hobart is located on both sides of the Derwent River with Mt. Wellington as a backdrop. Hobart is rich in colonial heritage, natural beauty, and an old town atmosphere filled with the excitement of bars and restaurants in the city at night. Take you to Elizabeth St Mall, the tourist information center, bank and main post office on Elizabeth Street. Take you to visit Salamanca Place, a small Tasmanian community lined with old buildings and ancient buildings from the British colonial era. Take you to Battery Point, an ancient community area from the early colonial era that has been well preserved. Take you to see the elegant ancient buildings such as Arthur Circus Cottages, St. Church and Van Diemen's Land Folk Museum, Georgian buildings located in a beautifully landscaped area.
Evening, have dinner at a Chinese restaurant (with lobster menu)
Take you to the hotel, Grand Chancellor Hobart Hotel or equivalent (stay overnight 1)

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel
Take you to Port Arthur (92 km, travel time approx. 1.20 hrs), a former prison city on the Tasman Peninsula with many sharks, ideal for imprisoning prisoners in the past. Take you on a boat and adventure to Tasman Island, an island located southeast of the Tasman Islands and in the Tasman National Park, a national park full of beautiful rocks and cliffs. And is located southeast of Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. It is well known for its high sea cliffs and large, beautiful, and unusual rock formations. You will see the beauty of Tasman Arch, another tourist attraction. With a distinctive landscape of Tasman National Park, the strangely shaped cliffs are large caves or tunnels created by the action of the waves crashing into them for centuries. The enormous pressure of the waves, combined with the compression of the air from hitting the cliffs, has resulted in cracks that have become a wonderful landscape, impressing visitors greatly. Take you to see Blow Hole, a sandstone cliff that has been hit by waves from the sea until it breaks through into an underwater cavity. When the waves from the sea hit the cavity, a mass of water will gulp up high like a fountain. And Devil Kitchen, a cliff with an unusual shape that is one of the most popular tourist attractions. In addition, there is a chance to meet various cute animals such as seals, dolphins and various birds. ***The departure depends on the weather conditions. In the case of storms or strong winds, the boat cannot depart. The company will refund the boat trip fee at the tour group price that was booked. And children under 4 years old are not allowed to board the boat for safety reasons.***
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Take you to visit the Port Arthur Historical Site, which has an exhibition about learning about the life of convicts in the mid-19th century, which used to imprison more than 1,000 serious convicts in the mid-18th century. Pass by the sleeping quarters, prisoner rooms, library, church, which is now one of the important historical sites in Australia. At the appropriate time, take you back to the hotel.
Dinner Have dinner at a local restaurant.
Take you to the hotel, Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart Hotel or equivalent (stay the 2nd night)

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Visit the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park (81 km, approximately 1.10 hours). See the cuteness of the local animals of Tasmania up close. The Tasmanian devil has been registered as a protected animal since 1941. Although the Tasmanian devil can give birth to about 30 babies at a time, only about 4 survive. A female Tasmanian devil can have up to 6 babies in her pouch for 3 months. It is also assumed that the Tasmanian devil became extinct from mainland Australia about 3,000 years ago.
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant (Seafood Menu)
Afternoon Travel to Freycinet National Park (190 km, approximately 2.40 hours), which was named after a French traveler. Enjoy the beautiful scenery at the Wineglass Bay Lookout where the green mountains, blue sea and white sandy beaches meet. Free time for you to walk and take memorable photos. Along the way, you can see various seabirds, Tasmanian wildflowers and crystal clear water in rock pools up close.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Check in at Freycinet Lodge or equivalent.
Note: Free time for you to relax at your leisure until the appropriate time. The tour leader will make an appointment to hunt for the Aurora Australis, which is the most beautiful natural phenomenon and will appear naturally at dusk.
In viewing the Aurora, the company cannot guarantee that you will see it or not, as it is a natural phenomenon. However, the tour leader will try to find the best viewing point for you. The best time to see the Aurora Australis is from 11:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel
Take you to Cape Tourville Lighthouse, located in Freycinet National Park on the east coast of Tasmania. There is a short walk to Cape Tourville Lighthouse with stunning coastal views and up-close views of the lighthouse. Freycinet National Park covers most of the Freycinet Peninsula and overlooks the Tasman Sea. At Freycinet National Park, you can see stunning pink granite peaks, secluded bays, white sandy beaches and the iconic Wineglass Bay. Then take you to Swansea (67 km, approximately 1 hour drive), a city in the heart of Tasmania's east coast, on the northwest coast of Great Oyster Bay and overlooking Freycinet National Park. It was the first municipality in Australia to be established after Hobart and Sydney. At the 2021 census, Swansea had a population of 997. The town was founded in 1821 and celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2021.
Lunch Lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon Travel to Bicheno, a popular holiday destination for Tasmanians. This small, quiet fishing village on the east coast of Tasmania is known for its beautiful white sandy beaches, lined with striking granite boulders covered in orange lichen, fascinating wildlife and fresh local seafood. Bicheno is a laid-back beach town with its own charm, making it a great place to stay.
5:00 PM At dusk, visit the Fairy Penguins, who live in the coastal bushes of Bicheno. These penguins come up to the sea from their burrows. The little penguins return after dark from feeding in the ocean. It is a truly special experience to see these adorable little penguins up close. Penguins live in a peaceful environment where they feel safe, so visitors should not make noise or disturb them. During the winter, penguins focus on maintaining their burrows, building and improving their nests and taking a break from stress. After that, we will take you to the hotel. The little penguins come back after dinner from eating in the ocean.
Dinner at a local restaurant
We will take you to the hotel, Diamond Island Resort, Restaurant & Bar and Penguin Show or equivalent

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel
Take you to St. Helens (74 km, approximately 1 hour) one of the famous resort towns in the north of Tasmania. It is also famous for organizing fishing competitions in the city. Take you to see Bay of Fire, named by Captain Tobias in 1773 when he saw the Aboriginal people making a fire on the beach. This beach is famous for its white sand, clear blue water and brown granite rocks, which are caused by the accumulation of lichen. Take a trip to take a photo with the Legerwood Carved Memorial Tree (82 km, approximately 1.30 hours) in the small community of Legerwood, where the wood carvings were created to commemorate the soldiers who died in World War I. Take a trip to Bridestowe Lavender Estate (47 km, approximately 45 minutes), founded by the Denny family, a British perfumer who settled in 1921. Through generations of management, this place has become one of the most famous lavender farms and is also a popular tourist attraction with people flocking to visit during the summer every year. However, the business was sold to the Raven family in 2007. Free time for you to choose to see products produced in the village. And take pictures with the view of this city.
Noon Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Take you to Tamar Valley (distance 59 km, travel time about 50 minutes). Tamar Valley is one of the most beautiful valleys in Tasmania, Australia. It runs northwest from Launceston in the north to either side of the Tamar River. It is famous for its vineyards and wineries. Take you to visit the vineyard (Moores Hill Estate). You will get to taste the wine at this vineyard. The wine is produced on site at Tasmania's first 100% solar-powered winery. It produces a variety of wines from Sparkling, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. You are free to choose wine as souvenirs. Take you to Launceston, a small town in the north of Tasmania surrounded by green mountains. It is a city with beautiful nature, a prosperous culture, and a peaceful and simple way of life. It is located at the source of the Tamar River, an important river in this city. It is also a source of excellent wine in Australia. It is the second largest city in Tasmania after Hobart. It was settled by Europeans since 1806 and is one of the oldest cities in Australia.
Dinner at a Thai restaurant
Check in to your hotel, Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston or equivalent

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Take a trip to Cradle Mountain National Park. Admire the beauty of the towering Cradle Mountain peak as you walk along the boardwalk along the pristine waters of this frozen snow-capped lake. You will experience Dove Lake, surrounded by several short walking trails and nature trails that spread out to various viewpoints. Take a walk up to the shores of Dove Lake and enjoy the stunning panoramic views. Most of the trails around the lake are boardwalks and you can walk in any direction you like. Then visit the old boathouse on the northwest shore. Built in the 1940s outside the King Billy pine forest, it is now uninhabited and a popular spot for photographers. Stop to take a photo of the isolated boathouse with Cradle Mountain and the surrounding forest as a backdrop. The Dove Lake walking trail is 5.7 kilometers long each way and takes about 2 hours in total.
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Travel to Sheffield (63 km, approximately 1.10 hours), a small town in northern Tasmania known as the Town of Murals. Enjoy the meticulously crafted murals on the walls and buildings throughout the city and listen to historical stories told through art as you stroll through the outdoor art galleries. At the appropriate time, travel to the Port of Davenport to check in for the ferry to Melbourne.
Evening Have dinner at a restaurant on the Spirit of Tasmania.
Sleep on the SPIRIT OF TASMANIA ferry (the ferry takes about 11 hours, so it is recommended to bring a small bag).

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Take a trip to Cradle Mountain National Park. Admire the beauty of the towering Cradle Mountain peak as you walk along the boardwalk along the pristine waters of this frozen snow-capped lake. You will experience Dove Lake, surrounded by several short walking trails and nature trails that spread out to various viewpoints. Take a walk up to the shores of Dove Lake and enjoy the stunning panoramic views. Most of the trails around the lake are boardwalks and you can walk in any direction you like. Then visit the old boathouse on the northwest shore. Built in the 1940s outside the King Billy pine forest, it is now uninhabited and a popular spot for photographers. Stop to take a photo of the isolated boathouse with Cradle Mountain and the surrounding forest as a backdrop. The Dove Lake walking trail is 5.7 kilometers long each way and takes about 2 hours in total.
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Travel to Sheffield (63 km, approximately 1.10 hours), a small town in northern Tasmania known as the Town of Murals. Enjoy the meticulously crafted murals on the walls and buildings throughout the city and listen to historical stories told through art as you stroll through the outdoor art galleries. At the appropriate time, travel to the Port of Davenport to check in for the ferry to Melbourne.
Evening Have dinner at a restaurant on the Spirit of Tasmania.
Sleep on the SPIRIT OF TASMANIA ferry (the ferry takes about 11 hours, so it is recommended to bring a small bag).

Morning Have breakfast at the ship’s restaurant
06.00 The ship docks at Melbourne Port
Take you to Melbourne, a city with a unique character unlike any other. In a modern city atmosphere, but still maintaining beautiful architecture, blending art and culture, there are fine restaurants, excellent shopping areas, and famous trams that make Melbourne one of the cities with the best public transportation systems in the world. In addition, Melbourne has been voted the most livable city in the world for three consecutive years by the EIU in 2012-2014. Take you to see Federation Square, another square located in the heart of Melbourne and is also the connection point between the city center and the Yarra River. Take you to see Fitzroy Garden, a public park in the heart of Melbourne. Built in 1848 and covering over 64 acres of green space, it is one of more than ten parks that earned Melbourne the nickname “The City of Parks.” Take a photo at Captain Cook Cottage, or Captain James Cook, the great British navigator who explored the Pacific and discovered Hawaii, New Zealand, and Australia.
Lunch: Have lunch at a Thai restaurant.
Afternoon: Take a photo at St. Patrick Cathedral, a Gothic-style Roman Catholic church built in 1858 with a beautiful spire over 105 meters high. Pope John Paul II also visited the church in 1986. Then take a trip to Queen Victoria Market, a 17-acre city center market, the largest market in the Southern Hemisphere. The market is clearly divided into zones: a seasonal fruit market with a variety of local and imported fruits; a meat and fish market, where vendors sell fresh produce almost every day; and a bakery and a local product shop. Many souvenirs. Free time for you to walk around and shop as you wish (The market is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays. If it falls on that day, the tour will take you to visit other places instead.)
Evening: Have dinner at a Chinese restaurant (with lobster and abalone menus).
19.30: Take you to Melbourne Airport (MEL) to check in.
23.30: Depart for Bangkok by Thai Airways Flight TG 462 (approximately 9.35 hours). The airline serves dinner and breakfast during the flight.