Had a fantastic getaway recently to Tassie
With only a week annual leave from work we flew into Hobart (Virgin Airlines) and hired a car from RedSpot Car hire (no hassles)
Day 1:
Such a beautiful morning drove to Mt Wellington to soak in the magnificent scenery and then decided to explore the Salamanca Market. Had a great meal at the Bull & Chain Grill – enjoyed the local produce & wine. Strolled around the marine, so relaxing, peaceful.
Day 2:
Drove to Port Arthur. Had a fantastic tour guide – she really knew her history. The tour also included a cruise on the bay. Did some research and discovered a couple of relatives. Boy, did they endure some harsh punishment for what now is a minor crime (stealing a horse!). Drove to Richmond and explored the quaint woodwork / antique shops. Spent the night at Swansea
Day 3:
Travelled about 50 kms to Freycinet National Park for a morning walk before heading to Cradle Mountain. We had regular breaks as we drove through the small country towns. The folk at Chudleigh offered some friendly tourist advice over a local coffee. Arrived at the Discovery Caravan Park (Cradle Mountain). A well kept park. Ended the day with a stroll around Dove Lake.
Day 4:
Tackled the walk from Ronny Creek to the Cradle Mountain Summit. The last part of the climb was challenging over huge boulders and facing a cold wind. Met many interesting people along the way. 6 hour return.
Day 5:
Drove to Launceston with a morning coffee at Sheffeld. Checked into the Hotel Charles in Launceston. Well looked after. Very central. Explored the shopping prescient before walking to the Cataract George. Nice sunny day.
Day 6:
Picked up at 8.30 for an Extreme Mountain bike adventure with Vertigo MTB. Rode the Blue Tier Descent. Very challenging but a beautiful part of the world … east of Launceston with great tour guides who really knew their stuff.
What a week it had been … so much to do surrounded by beautiful scenery … so many more places to go.
I’ll definitely be back. Loved the Tassie Experience.
It really does recharge the batteries.