Tasmania 2014 - 2015 by G.E.T Educational Tours

Living Lessons in Tasmania

2014 - 15 EDUCATIONAL TOURS PROGRAM

Established 1960

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Why travel to Tasmania with G.E.T Educational Tours? 99 With over 50 years experience in providing “Living Lessons” to Australian students, G·E·T Educational Tours sets the benchmark for educational tours 99 We offer the confidence of travelling with Australia's leading educational tours specialist and support you with a highly knowledgeable, innovative and experienced educational tour consultant 99 “Living Lessons” in Tasmania are designed by experienced teachers to engage students in the unique history, culture and environment of Tasmania 99 Our philosophy is to offer learning through a broad range of exciting and fun activities. Above all, our tours serve to promote each student’s own and others’ worth, dignity and rights as individuals and as members of groups, and to further develop self-awareness and a sense of personal identity 99 The aim is to develop students knowledge and understanding of Australian society, making use of the disciplines drawn from geography, history, civics and politics 99 G·E·T Educational Tours Service Quality Commitment for Tasmania tours includes, flexible group size, flexible tour dates, personalised itineraries reflecting individual curriculum requirements and interests, and assistance with planning 99 Prices based on groups of 44 students and 4 teacher/escorts travelling from Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra 99 Tour costs for groups travelling from Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and regional areas available on request 99 Flexible group sizes, tour dates and itineraries (1:10 teacher/escort ratio)

99 Quality coach with air-conditioning, DVD and seat-belts 99 Meals as specified: Meals Key: B = breakfast L = lunch D = dinner

Airfares We are able to include this as an option, either as a one-way or return flights. This will be an additional cost and able to be quoted at time of booking. G•E•T Educational Tours is committed to obtaining the best possible airfare for your group. Airfare quotes will vary depending on group size, the day and time of departure and the date of purchase. While our specialist educational tours consultants can arrange for a best price airfares quote, please be aware that the lowest priced airfares may require full payment within a limited time period or be subject to other restrictions. More flexible airfares may be available at extra cost. When comparing quotes inclusive of airfares, we recommend requesting confirmation that the airfare is valid for your travel date, time of departure and group size. Travel Insurance Available through G•E•T from $36.00 per person.

From the awesome National Capital to pristine Tasmania, Victoria's wild Shipwreck Coast and historic goldfields, Queensland's stunning coastline, exciting cities including the Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne, and the vast Outback, there is no better destination to engage students in the cultural and environmental aspects that affect them than Australia.

G·E·T Educational Tours specialist consultants have developed a unique program of 'Living Lessons' over 50 years to perfectly integrate with and complement the Australian Curriculum and respond to the unique requirements of Australian schools. Tours are carefully designed to provide maximum value and benefits in the time available. Highlights include tours that focus on the changing environment, introduce students to the ancient indigenous culture, bring Australia's colourful history to life, encourage students appreciation of the diversity and vastness of the country and pinpoint the significance of its major institutions. G·E·T Educational Tours is delighted to extend the highest degree of personal attention to each of our groups. We help and advise both in the planning and execution of your tour and we are always happy to incorporate individual detail into an itinerary to meet your specific requirements. G•E•T Educational Tours proudly supports The Smith Family "Learning for Life" program The Smith Family is a national, independent, social enterprise that supports disadvantaged Australian children to create a better future through education.

Amongst our most popular itineraries are tours tailored to meet your specific focus including Tasmania's convict and colonial history at Port Arthur, Richmond and Hobart, the environment at Tahune Walk and the Gordon River and spectacular scenery at Eaglehawk Neck, Cataract Gorge and Cradle Mountain.

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Historic Tasmania Day 1

Accommodation

School – Spirit of Tasmania Overnight Cruise

Travel by coach from school to Melbourne's Station Pier to check-in for your overnight cruise to Devonport (based on inside 4 berth cabin). Day 2

Devonport – Launceston – Port Arthur (L, D)

Early morning arrival in Devonport. Opportunity for breakfast (own expense) before travelling by private charter coach to Cataract Gorge in Launceston continuing to Richmond Village with its old bridge and gaol (entrance not included). Arrive in Port Arthur via Eaglehawk Neck and the Tessellated Pavements. Overnight cabin accommodation. This evening enjoy a guided Ghost Tour of the old ruins. Day 3 Port Arthur – Hobart (B, L, D) After breakfast a guided walking tour of the historic Port Arthur precinct followed by an afternoon transfer to Hobart and brief city sights tour before checking in to your accommodation.

G·E·T Educational Tours has selected a variety of accommodation options and styles to suit specific requirements and budgets. Bunkhouse: Large budget style 10–12 students per room. Private en-suite in each room. Teachers in twin/triple share*. Large Dining Room. Rec. rooms available for hire for low cost evening activities. Motel: 4-6 students per room. Private en-suite. Teachers in twin / triple share*. Large Dining room. Cabins: 4-8 students per room. Private en-suite. Teachers in twin / triple share*. Large Dining room. * Single rooms available at additional cost.

Day 4 Hobart – Devonport – Spirit of Tasmania (B, L) The day begins at Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory for a video presentation and visit to the outlet shop and includes Mt Wellington (weather permitting) before travelling back to Devonport for the overnight voyage back to Melbourne. Day 5 Melbourne – School Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school. from $539 ex MEL* from $645 ex SYD, ACT or ADL*

Bunkhouse at Port Arthur

99 Return coach transfers (school - Spirit of Tasmania - school) metro schools only 99 2 nights Spirit of Tasmania in a 4 berth inside cabin 99 Quality coach with air-conditioning, DVD and seat-belts 99 1 night cabin & 1 night motel accommodation 99 Entry fees included:

Port Arthur ghost tour

Port Arthur historic site walking tour

Cadbury's Chocolate Factory video presentation

Historic Tasmania Options: •

3 day itinerary with return flights

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4 day itinerary with Spirit of Tasmania one direction & flight one direction

* Prices do not include airfares. Contact G·E·T Educational Tours for the best available airfares.

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Options

East Coast Experience Day 1

School – Spirit of Tasmania Overnight Cruise

Travel by coach from school to Melbourne's Station Pier to check-in for your overnight cruise to Devonport (based on inside 4 berth cabin). Day 2

Devonport – Launceston – Freycinet National Park (L, D)

Early morning arrival in Devonport. Opportunity for breakfast (own expense) before travelling by private charter coach to Cataract Gorge in Launceston. Continue onto Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay. This afternoon enjoy self-guided walks exploring the pristine and beautiful park. Overnight cabin accommodation at Coles Bay. Day 3 Coles Bay – Port Arthur (B, L, D) Free time for self-guided walks at Freycinet National Park before travelling to Port Arthur via the blowhole, Tessellated Pavements and Devil’s Kitchen. Check into cabin accommodation at Port Arthur. This evening enjoy a guided Ghost Tour of the old ruins. Day 4

Port Arthur – Hobart (B, L, D)

After breakfast a guided walking tour of the historic Port Arthur precinct followed by an afternoon transfer to Hobart and brief city sights tour before checking in to your accommodation. Day 5 Hobart – Devonport – Spirit of Tasmania (B,L) The day begins at Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory for a video presentation and visit to the outlet shop and includes Mt Wellington (weather permitting) before travelling back to Devonport for the overnight voyage back to Melbourne. Day 6 Melbourne – School Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school. from $689 ex MEL* from $805 ex SYD, ACT or ADL* 99 Return coach transfers (school - Spirit of Tasmania - school) metro schools only 99 2 nights Spirit of Tasmania in a 4 berth inside cabin 99 Quality coach with air-conditioning, DVD and seat-belts

Derwent River “Disco” Cruise & Evening Transfer A great way to spend an evening in Hobart cruising the river enjoying music and dancing. Zoo Doo Wildlife Park With a range of Native, Agricultural and Exotic animals including, but not limited to, Tasmanian Devils, Quolls, Koalas, Camels, Llamas, Goats, Monkeys, Tigers, Lions and much more! The Safari Bus tour is an experience the whole group will never forget. Cataract Gorge Chairlift Launceston's unique wilderness just 15 minutes from the city centre with walking and hiking trails, the world's longest single span chairlift, peacocks and wildlife, gardens, suspension bridge and lookouts with spectacular views. Tahune AirWalk The Tahune AirWalk is an exhilarating environment-based experience set in the worldrenowned Tahune Forest Reserve. The AirWalk is an elevated walkway that extends for 597m through the forest providing a unique bird's-eye view of the tree species and forest life. Half and full day educational programs available. Jet Boat Rides Experience the thrills of Jet Boat Riding on this heart stopping combo of high speed slides and turns, 360° spins, power brake stops, wave riding and fish tails. Hollybank Treetop Adventure Flying along almost a kilometre of cable, guests are led by knowledgeable and highly-trained guides above the treetops and the Pipers River. The journey includes cable spans of between 15 metres and 400 metres, connected by tree platforms called 'cloud stations'. Port Arthur Historic Site Options: • 50-90 minute guided walks • Amazing Race • Isle of the Dead guided cemetery tour • Point Puer Boys Prison tour • Brick making

99 2 nights cabin & 1 night motel accommodation

Windeward Bound Tallship Cruise Enjoy a 2 hour cruise on the Derwent River.

99 Entry fees included:

Maria Island visit

Port Arthur ghost tour

Port Arthur historic site walking tour

MONA Gallery Students free.

Cadbury's Chocolate Factory video presentation

Tasman Island Cruise This cruise explores the coast between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck. You will see amazing dolerite cliffs, sea caves and wildlife.

East Coast Experience Options: •

4 day itinerary with return flights

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5 day itinerary with Spirit of Tasmania one direction & flight one direction

* Prices do not include airfares. Contact G·E·T Educational Tours for the best available airfares.

Bruny Island Cruise Travel to South Bruny Island for your cruise alongside some of Australia’s highest sea cliffs. Travel beneath towering crags, pass through the narrow gap between the coast and the Monument, and feel the power of nature at the point where the Tasman Sea meets the might of the Southern Ocean. You may spot sea life and coastal wildlife such as seals, dolphins and abundant bird life. Cascade Female Factory Historic Site Originally a distillery, the site has housed female convicts, the Contagious Diseases Hospital and Boys Reformatory. Bellerive Cricket Ground & Sports Museum The museum houses a display of cricket history and interactive exhibits. Gordon River Cruise (Atrium seats) The cruise takes you down the Gordon River to Hell’s Gate where the harbour meets the Great Southern Ocean. Stop at Sarah Island, once a penal colony, and walk through the ruins while listening to your guide bring stories of the past to life.

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Cradle Mountain Adventure Day 1

West Coast Explorer

School – Spirit of Tasmania Overnight Cruise

Travel by coach from school to Melbourne's Station Pier to check-in for your overnight cruise to Devonport (based on inside 4 berth cabin).

Day 2

Devonport – Cradle Mountain National Park (L, D)

Morning arrival (breakfast not included) and transfer to Cradle Mountain National Park. This afternoon explore the park under the direction of teachers (return transfers to Dove Lake included). Overnight bunkhouse accommodation at Cradle Mountain.

Day 3 Cradle Mountain – Port Arthur (B, L, D) This morning visit Lake St Clair and Nelson Falls en route to Port Arthur. Check into your cabin accommodation before travelling to the historic site to join the guided Ghost Tour.

Day 4 Port Arthur – Hobart (B, L, D) After breakfast return to Port Arthur historic site for a guided walking tour followed by an afternoon transfer to Hobart including a brief city sights tour. Check into Motel accommodation.

Day 5 Hobart – Devonport – Spirit of Tasmania (B, L) The day begins at Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory for a video presentation and visit to the outlet shop and includes Mt Wellington (weather permitting) before travelling back to Devonport for the overnight voyage back to Melbourne.

Day 6 Melbourne – School

Day 1

School – Spirit of Tasmania Overnight Cruise

Travel by coach from school to Melbourne's Station Pier to check-in for your overnight cruise to Devonport (based on inside 4 berth cabin).

Day 2

Devonport – Cradle Mountain National Park – Strahan (L, D)

Morning arrival (breakfast not included) and transfer to Cradle Mountain National Park where you will explore the park under the direction of teachers (return transfers to Dove Lake included). Continue to Strahan via the Henty Hills Sand Dunes. Overnight bunkhouse accommodation in Strahan. This evening enjoy “The Ship That Never Was”, a live theatre production which tells the story of the Great Escape from Sarah Island.

Day 3

Strahan – Hobart (B, L, D)

Following breakfast travel to the Gordon River for the Gordon River Cruise (atrium seats) including lunch and stops at “Hells Gate” and “Sarah Island” followed by an afternoon transfer via Queenstown and Derwent Bridge to Hobart (dinner en route). Motel accommodation in Hobart.

Day 4 Hobart (B, L, D) Travel to Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory for video presentation and visit the outlet shop. Drive up Mt Wellington (weather permitting) followed by free time at teachers discretion.

Day 5 Hobart – Port Arthur (B, L, D) Morning departure for Port Arthur via the Blowhole, Devil’s Kitchen and Tessellated Pavements. Includes a guided walking tour of Port Arthur Historic Site and evening Ghost Tour. Overnight cabin accommodation.

Day 6 Port Arthur – Hobart – Devonport – Spirit of Tasmania (B, L)

Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school.

Return to Hobart to explore the Salamanca Market before continuing to Devonport for your overnight voyage to Melbourne.

Day 7 Melbourne – School Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school.

from $688 ex MEL* from $812 ex SYD, ACT or ADL*

from $832 ex MEL* from $964 ex SYD, ACT or ADL*

99 Return coach transfers (school - Spirit of Tasmania - school) metro schools only

99 2 nights Spirit of Tasmania in a 4 berth inside cabin

99 Quality coach with air-conditioning, DVD and seat-belts

99 2 nights cabin & 1 night motel accommodation

99 1 night bunkhouse, 1 night cabin & 2 nights motel accommodation

99 Entry fees included:

Return transfers to Dove Lake

Port Arthur ghost tour

"The Ship That Never Was" live show

Port Arthur historic site walking tour

Gordon River Cruise (atrium seats)

Cadbury's Chocolate factory video presentation

Port Arthur ghost tour & Port Arthur historic site walking tour

Cradle Mountain Adventure Options:

Cadbury's Chocolate factory video presentation

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3 day itinerary with return flights

West Coast Explorer Options:

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5 day itinerary with Spirit of Tasmania one direction & flight one direction

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3 day itinerary with return flights

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5 day itinerary with Spirit of Tasmania one direction & flight one direction

* Prices do not include airfares. Contact G·E·T Educational Tours for the best available airfares.

* P rices do not include airfares. Contact G·E·T Educational Tours for the best available airfares.

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Booking Conditions • Prices are not final until full payment is received • Amendment & cancellation fees and charges will apply • Student & escort/s names must be exactly the same as the passenger’s passport Once we have confirmed your itinerary, G•E•T Educational Tours will make payments on your behalf which may incur cancellation and other charges, which we will pass on to you. Prices Prices are based on your quoted itinerary including coach transfers, ferry travel, economy class airfares (where applicable) and multi-share accommodation as indicated in your personalised itinerary. All prices in this brochure were correct on 01 October 2013. We will amend the price to reflect our costs at the time you request a quote. Pre-payable charges including airport charges, insurance levies and fuel surcharges are included in the total package price, subject to change. The tour price does not include the cost of travelling to or from departure and arrival ports, travel insurance, personal expenses and excess baggage charges. When comparing prices, we advise that you ensure that airport transfers and other standard G•E•T Educational Tours inclusions are included in the comparative price. •

Coach, airline, rail and ferry fares are subject to change without notice at any time prior to full payment.

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Statutory charges and levies are subject to change at any time without notice.

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All prices are subject to flight schedules.

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Airlines may amend fuel surcharges at any time prior to departure.

$300 per student for itineraries valued at $501 or greater. Bookings may be automatically cancelled if payment is not received. A cancellation fee applies until 30 days (65 days for air, rail & sea sectors) prior to departure. Cancellations within 30 days of departure (65 days for air, rail & sea sectors) will incur a minimum cancellation fee of 100% of total arrangements. Cancellations will only be accepted in writing. In order to confirm seats some discount airfares may require immediate nonrefundable payment in full. We will not refund any unused part of your itinerary including accommodation, transfers, tours, and airfares. The price of your tour is not guaranteed until full payment has been received. Changes & Amendments If you change your booking after final payment we will charge a $55 amendment fee for each change plus any additional pre-payable taxes, levies or charges. Requests for an individual to travel outside the group’s designated dates or destination will incur an additional charge of $55 per person plus any charges that our suppliers may make. As prices are indicative only, details of particular tours or hotels in our brochures may have changed since publication date on 01 October 2013. Cancellations & Refunds A cancellation fee equal to 50% up to 100% of the deposit will apply until 30 days prior to departure (65 days for air, rail & sea sectors). Bookings cancelled within 30 days of departure will be charged a fee equal to 100% of the land content price. •

All verbal quotes are only an estimate of the price and written quotes are indicative with final price subject to advice on full payment and receipt of a signed G•E•T Educational Tours booking form. Mandatory Booking Requirements We are not liable for any loss or expenses caused by your failure to comply with these requirements. Flight, rail and ferry reservations cannot be confirmed without passenger names. You must, at the time of booking, advise the correct names for all passengers including students and escorts. Name changes after tickets have been issued will result in the issue of new tickets and incur amendment charges, and may require a higher fare to be paid. G·E·T Educational Tours can accept no responsibility for any additional charges, or inability to travel as a result of incorrect notification of passenger names. Deposits & Payments A non refundable deposit is payable within 30 days of confirmation with final names lists required 30 days prior to departure. Full payment for air, rail and sea travel is required 65 days prior to travel. GST will be charged on the full payment. A deposit of $20 per student is required for itineraries valued at $200 or less, $50 per student for itineraries from $201 to $500 and

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Airlines, ground handling companies, hotels, hostels, restaurants and tour operators may impose additional cancellation fees within 65 days of departure. Airline discount booking classes are subject to cancellation fees at any time following confirmation.

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In order to confirm seats some discount airfares may require immediate nonrefundable payment in full.

We will not refund any unused part of your itinerary including accommodation, transfers, tours, and airfares. Airline refunds following cancellation will be made when the airline completes the refund transaction (this may be in excess of 60 days). Cancellations will only be accepted in writing. In order to confirm seats some discount airfares may require immediate nonrefundable payment in full. The price of your tour is not guaranteed until full payment has been received.

Travel Insurance We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance for students & escorts. This should be valid for the full duration of your itinerary. Luggage When travelling by air free luggage allowances will be strictly enforced with excess baggage carried by airlines at their discretion and at passengers own expense. Note most full service airlines offer a 20kg free baggage allowance. Some low cost airlines may offer a lower allowance or levy an additional charge for baggage.

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