McDermotts Treasure Island Coaches
McDermott’s Treasure Island Coaches are a family-owned coach tour company based in Launceston, northern Tasmania.
They offer fully guided day tours of world renowned Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park and half day tours of Launceston City and the Tamar Valley, plus evening tours to the Low Head Fairy Penguin colony.
McDermott’s can also organise an itinerary to suit your requirements, be it a half day, full day or an extended tour or charter. Enjoy Tasmania’s spectacular sites and scenery and immerse yourself in the rich history and heritage than with McDermott’s Treasure Island Coaches.
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Cradle Mountain Day TourExperience the magical splendour that is Cradle Mountain. Discover the natural beauty of this World Heritage listed National Park. See amazing waterfalls, rainforest, glacial lakes and King Billy pine forests, thousands of years old. Travel through historical towns, past Australian Blue Gum and pine plantations. Visit Sheffield to view the stunning town murals. Browse the Cradle Mountain visitor centre before choosing from the spectacular walks, such as the Enchanted Forest to see the pencil pine, lush forest and a beautiful waterfall and Dove Lake, with spectacular views of Cradle Mountain. There is a great chance to see famous native wild life such as wombats, potaroos and wallabies. Visit the Waldheim Chalet, the forest home of Austrian born pioneer, Gustav Weindorfer before returning to Launceston, stopping at Ashgrove Cheese Farm to sample some of Tasmania's finest cheeses. Freycinet National Park TourPass through the coal mining region of the Break-O'Day plains to the 150 year old town of St Mary's for morning tea (at own cost). Travel the famous St Mary's pass, a convict-built path joining the eastern highlands with the coast. Then go on to the sealing and whaling town of Bicheno and the blowhole. Pass through Coles Bay, the gateway to Freycinet National Park - with its renowned white, silica rich beaches and colourful granite rock formations of the Hazards and Freycinet Peninsula. You will have a choice of a challenging walk to the lookout or drive to the lighthouse for awe-inspiring views of Wineglass Bay, the beach said to be in the top ten best in the world. We will return to Launceston via Lake Leak and Campbelltown. Launceston Look-About TourThis tour gives you a fantastic overview of Australia's third oldest city, some of its magnificent early architecture, history and heritage. Visit the Macaque monkey park, floral gardens and conservatory. Experience the amazing Cataract Gorge and First Basin where a ride on the world's longest single span chairlift is optional (at own cost). Or just wander in awe of the natural features of this picturesque area. Visit the Design Centre, Inveresk cultural precinct, Windmill Hill, Trevallyn Dam, Duck Reach historic power station and suspension bridge, and Launceston Federal Country Club Resort Casino. Become familiar with the city in a comfortable air-conditioned coach. Morning tea opportunities are available at own cost. Penguins and Places Evening TourTravel the East Tamar highway to Mount George lookout for spectacular views of historic Georgetown where Australia's third European Settlement began in 1804, the Tamar Valley and Bass Strait. Then it is on to Low Head at sunset for the highlight of the tour, the penguin parade. During the first hour of darkness, you will see penguins up close and personal in their natural environment. Professional guides will ensure you have an amazing and informative experience with these delightful little creatures. Learn about their daily routine during a one hour walking tour of the rookery. Sturdy footwear and warm clothing is recommended. Photography (no flash) and video (no light) is allowed. West Tamar Wonders TourEnjoy views of Launceston City on the way to Brady's lookout to see the magnificent Tamar River Valley. Visit Beauty Point, where you can see Tasmanian Platypi and Echidnas on a fully guided tour of Platypus House. You are guaranteed to see these spectacular mammals up close, including live feeding demonstrations. At Seahorse World your guide will provide an interpretive tour of the world's first seahorse farm, and the amazing life of the seahorse, with an introduction to the live marine creatures in their touch tank. Return to the gold-mining town of Beaconsfield for a museum tour and view of current mining operations. Then pass some of Tasmania's famous northern vineyards on to the iconic Batman Bridge, spanning the Tamar River at Whirlpool Reach. Visit the Swiss-style resort village of Grindelwald in its magnificent setting. Take time to indulge in the variety of shops and cafés before returning to Launceston. | |
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