Half Day kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Cascade Female Factory
This is a value-packed combination tour, showing what the city of Hobart is most renowned for - it's fascinating convict history and it's outstanding natural beauty. Witness fine examples of both, while being informed and entertained by our experienced local driver guides on this fully guided, 3 hour tour.
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Half Day kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Cascade Female Factory
Pickup included
What's included in Half Day kunanyi/Mt Wellington and Cascade Female Factory
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mount Wellington
Witness the amazing views of Hobart and surrounds from the summit on this fully guided tour. Join our escorted short tour of the Observatory on the summit and a self guided tour to the Western Wilderness Lookout to view one of the last true wilderness areas on the planet. On our descent from the summit enjoy a short easy walk around the amazing Exhibition Gardens at the midway point "The Springs" There is also time to purchase a hot drink.
Cascade Gardens
The Cascade Gardens are one of Hobart's classic gardens which lie against the banks of the Hobart Rivulet. Also home to the iconic Cascade Brewery ( Australia's oldest working brewery.) Take your time to wander through the gardens to then marvel at the striking facade of Cascade Brewery. A fantastic photo opportunity.
Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
One of Australia's most significant historical sites for women, the Female Factory was the female equivalent of Port Arthur and was used to hold both women and children throughout the 1820's. Some ruins of the original building and walls still exist. A memorial garden and museum space have been built to remember the tragic lives of those women. Wander through the grounds and enjoy the gallery and gift shop while listening to the fascinating history through the audio guide.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Cascade Female Factory
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up (selected hotels)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel drop-off
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 40 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Hotel pick-ups commence approximately 40 minutes before listed start time/tour departure time. If you selected a hotel pick-up, you will receive a separate email from the tour operator. Please check your emails for the confirmed hotel pick-up time. You will receive the email within 24hrs of booking. For bookings made after closing time for the following day, you will receive your email confirming pick up details the following morning, at least 2 hrs prior to departure. Please be waiting at your hotel pick-up location 5 mins prior to your confirmed pick-up time. Not all pick-up locations are directly at the hotel. The exact pick-up location will be provided in the email sent from the tour operator. If a hotel has not been selected, your pick-up will be confirmed as Brooke St Pier, 12 Franklin Wharf, Hobart (central departure point) at 9.00am.
Meeting / End Points
- Look for the Gray Line Day Tours desk inside the Brooke St Pier Building. Please meet by 9.00am.
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Contact Gray Line from 8am – 6pm Monday – Friday & 8am – 1pm Weekends and Public Holidays on +61 3 62 343336 or email: [email protected]