UNFORGETTABLE GUIDED TOURING & EXPEDITION CRUISING

2016/17

EXPEDITION CRUISING NEW IN 2016/17 Southern Serenity Cruise 14 Day Value-Plus Tour Featuring 7 Night Expedition Cruise

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Day 1. Arrive Launceston, Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, a true Tasmanian institution. Meet the herd Beaconsfield. On arrival, transfer to your hotel . Like a Local – embark on a tour responsible for some of ’s finest in Launceston. After settling in, enjoy a journey of the Port Arthur Historic Site, once sheep cheese and sample award-winning following the Tamar River. Like a Local – visit Australia’s most notorious convict prison. produce. Back on board, the views over the gold mining town of Beaconsfield, and Later, join a cruise around the Isle of the Dead. Recherche Bay unfold as you cruise deeper take a tour of the Mine & Heritage Centre. A Taste of Tasmania – enjoy a delicious into these verdant lands. BLD A Taste of Tasmania – this evening, enjoy dinner overlooking the waterfront canapés and a Welcome Drink at the at Customs House Restaurant Day 9. Port Davey, Tasmanian James Boag’s Brewery, followed by this evening. B, FD Wilderness World Heritage Area. Like a Welcome Dinner. a Local – enter remote Port Davey this Stay: Launceston, Best Western Plus. FD Day 5. Hobart, Salamanca Market. Soak morning for two days of exploration in the up the old-world charm and lively culture of heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Day 2. Launceston, Freycinet Hobart today during a tour of Salamanca Place, Heritage Area. Many of the places you’ll visit National Park, Bicheno. Drive through the Constitution Dock and the harbour. Then visit are accessible only by water; which explains wine-producing area of northern Tasmania. Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures why this remains one of the most pristine Like a Local – at Bridestowe Lavender of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. B landscapes on earth. BLD Estate, enjoy a tour of the distillery and sample the lavender-inspired fare. Next Day 6. Hobart. During a full day at leisure Day 10. Tasmanian Wilderness World it’s on to East Coast Natureworld, where you’ll today, you may like to step out and further Heritage Area. Your bracing expedition meet a Tasmanian devil and other native explore Tasmania’s striking capital. Perhaps voyage continues deeper into the wilderness, animals. Like a Local – travel into Freycinet tour Australia’s oldest brewery or visit the past forgotten rivers, deep gorges and tiny National Park and enjoy a walk with a unique Museum of Old and New Art islands. Beyond Bathurst Narrows, strike out on naturalist guide. Then continue on to Bicheno. (options payable locally). B foot along the Balmoral Hill Track and visit the Later, perhaps gain an insight into the lives of village of Melaleuca, where you’ll learn about Day 7. Hobart, Embark Expedition Cruise. little penguins (option payable locally). the conservation efforts underway to protect the After a free morning, board Coral Expeditions I, Stay: Beachfront Bicheno. BD orange-bellied parrot. BLD moored on the Derwent River. At the Captain’s Day 3. Bicheno, Ross, Richmond, Hobart. Welcome Drinks tonight, indulge in Tasmanian Day 11. , Adventure Bay. Discover the historic heart of Tasmania at cheese, Bruny Island oysters and sparkling wine Board a Zodiac or Explorer vessel for a cruise Campbell Town and Ross. Then travel via as you toast your first night on the water. along the southern coast of Bruny Island, looking Richmond, home to the Richmond Bridge, Seven Night Stay: Coral Expeditions I. BD out for Australian fur seals frolicking in the surf on the way to Hobart, where you’ll enjoy past Cape Bruny Lighthouse. Back on board, Day 8. Grandvewe Cheeses, a city tour. your ship will set sail for Wineglass Bay, and Recherche Bay. A Taste of Tasmania – the Four Night Stay: Hobart, you’ll enjoy a tasting of Tasmanian wines. BLD morning takes you to Grandvewe Cheeses, RACV/RACT Hobart Apartment Hotel. BD Day 12. Freycinet National Park, Maria Island. Awaken this morning in the pristine surrounds of Freycinet National Park. Early risers and keen photographers may choose to join a guided walk through the lush national park to take in the views from the Beaconsfield Wineglass Bay lookout. Like a Local – the afternoon brings us to Maria Island, Coach Launceston a national park that boasts a cornucopia Expedition Cruise 1 of rare and endangered wildlife. The No. of nights stay 1 Bicheno very features that made the island a convict National Park Ross settlement in the 1800s have also made it an Freycinet ideal refuge for rare plant and animal species, National including the endangered Tasmanian devil. Richmond Park After meeting the locals, there’s plenty of time for you to familiarise yourself with the island’s Maria Island Hobart 4 darker past, discovering the historic town site Recherche Bay of Darlington, including the Commissariat Store and the convict penitentiary. BLD 7 Port Davey Coral Expeditions I Port Arthur Day 13. Tasman National Park, Port Arthur. Marvel at the staggering geological Adventure Bay (Bruny Island) wonders of Tasman National Park, keeping your eyes peeled for seals and dolphins that love to chase the ship. As the day grows long, sailing into historic Port Arthur provides a completely different perspective on one of Tasmania’s most 2016/17 DATES & PRICES (USD & CAD) per person, twin share famous icons. In the 1800s, this penal colony housed Britain and Australia’s worst criminals; 14 DAY PREMIUM TOUR & CRUISE (TXCE14) SUITE UPGRADES a place where rogues were turned into honest 2016 Twin Share Twin Share Prices are based on a Cabin aboard the Coral men. Our expert guide adds colour and context Nov. 15, 29. USD5,595 CAD7,295 Expeditions I. See back cover for deck plans. to the era during a walking tour. This day to Dec. 27. USD5,595 CAD7,295 To upgrade add per person: remember then concludes with an exclusive Stateroom USD285 CAD380 2017 Twin Share Twin Share private reception in the beautiful surrounds of Upper Deck Stateroom USD495 CAD660 Jan. 10, 24. USD5,595 CAD7,295 one of the historic homes. At a Farewell Dinner Deluxe Stateroom USD710 CAD945 Feb. 7. USD5,595 CAD7,295 back on board, you’ll join the Captain and his Please enquire for solo traveller cruise prices. Indicates guaranteed departure. crew for a chilled glass of sparkling Tasmanian wine as well as canapés, a great way to begin PLEASE NOTE: Tour is operated by Travelmarvel, part of the APT group. Tour commences in Launceston and our final night cruising the Tasmanian coast. BLD concludes in Hobart. Cruising itineraries are subject to change due to tidal conditions. Weather events may cause disruption to itineraries, especially in remote locations. Day 6 in Hobart is unescorted. Itinerary effective Day 14. Disembark Expedition Cruise, 15 Nov. 2016–21 Feb. 2017. Depart Hobart. Cruising up the , you’ll arrive into Hobart bright and early this morning. After breakfast, PREMIUM INCLUSIONS, disembark Coral Expeditions I for the final time and transfer to the airport where your EXCEPTIONAL VALUE journey concludes. B YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 99 6 nights premium accommodation 99 7 nights aboard Coral Expeditions I 99 Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver (Days 1-5 only) 99 Services of a professional Captain and attentive crew onboard (Days 7-14) 99 Captain’s Welcome Drinks and Farewell Dinner during your cruise 99 All sightseeing, cruises, tours and entrance fees as specified 99 Airport and ship transfers plus luggage porterage 99 30 delicious meals – 13 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L), 9 Dinners (D) and The ship’s Explorer excursion vessels will take you ashore to explore 2 Feature Dinners (FD) INSIDER EXPERIENCES 99 Take a guided tour of the Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre 99 Enjoy canapés and a Welcome Drink at James Boag’s Brewery 99 Visit Bridestowe Lavender Estate and sample the lavender fare 99 Explore Freycinet National Park 99 Discover convict history at Port Arthur 99 Dine overlooking the waterfront at Customs House Restaurant in Hobart 99 Enjoy two days to explore Port Davey, in the heart of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area 9 Feel the soul of Tasmania in its capital, Hobart 9 Explore the sweeping bays and historic ruins of Maria Island Ship Information Coral Expeditions I

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TECHNICAL DATA ŸŸLength: 35m ŸŸWidth: 13m ŸŸSuites: 25 ŸŸMax. Passengers: 50 Deck B ŸŸSpeed: 12 knots

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