Tasmania 2014 - 2015

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Living Lessonsin

Tasmania

2014 - 15 eDucational tourS program

Established 1960

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Why travel to tasmania with get educational tours 9 With over 50 years experience in providing ldquoliving lessonsrdquo to australian students gmiddotemiddott educational tours sets the benchmark for educational tours

9 We offer the confidence of travelling with australias leading educational tours specialist and support you with a highly knowledgeable innovative and experienced educational tour consultant

9 ldquoliving lessonsrdquo in tasmania are designed by experienced teachers to engage students in the unique history culture and environment of tasmania

9 our philosophy is to offer learning through a broad range of exciting and fun activities above all our tours serve to promote each studentrsquos own and othersrsquo worth dignity and rights as individuals and as members of groups and to further develop self-awareness and a sense of personal identity

9 the aim is to develop students knowledge and understanding of australian society making use of the disciplines drawn from geography history civics and politics

9 gmiddotemiddott 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

9 Prices based on groups of 44 students and 4 teacherescorts travelling from Melbourne Sydney and Canberra

9 Tour costs for groups travelling from Adelaide Brisbane Perth and regional areas available on request

9 Flexible group sizes tour dates and itineraries (110 teacherescort ratio)

9 Quality coach with air-conditioning DVD and seat-belts

9 Meals as specified Meals Key B = breakfast L = lunch D = dinner

From the awesome National Capital to pristine Tasmania Victorias wild Shipwreck Coast and historic goldfields Queenslands 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

GmiddotEmiddotT Educational Tours specialist consultants have developed a unique program of LivingLessonsover50yearstoperfectlyintegratewithandcomplementtheAustralianCurriculum 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 Australias colourful history to life encourage students appreciation of the diversity and vastness of the country and pinpoint the significance of its major institutions

GmiddotEmiddotT 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

Amongst our most popular itineraries are tours tailored to meet your specific focus including Tasmanias 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

GbullEbullTEducationalToursproudlysupportsthe 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

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

GbullEbullT EducationalTours is committed toobtaining thebestpossible airfare for yourgroup

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 insuranceAvailablethroughGbullEbullTfrom$3600perperson

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Day 1 School ndash Spirit of taSmania overnight cruiSe

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

Day 2 Devonport ndash launceSton ndash 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 ndash 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 4 hoBart ndash Devonport ndash Spirit of taSmania (B l)

The day begins at Cadburyrsquos 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 ndash School

Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school

from $539 ex mel from $645 ex SyD act or aDl

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

9 2 nights Spirit of Tasmania in a 4 berth inside cabin


9 1 night cabin amp 1 night motel accommodation

9 Entry fees included

Port Arthur ghost tour

Port Arthur historic site walking tour

Cadburys Chocolate Factory video presentation

historic tasmania options

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Prices do not include airfares Contact GET Educational Tours for the best available airfares

historic tasmania accommodation

GmiddotEmiddotT Educational Tours has selected a variety of accommodation options and styles to suit specific requirements and budgets

Bunkhouse Large budget style 10ndash12 students per room Private en-suite in each room Teachers in twintriple 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

Bunkhouse at Port Arthur

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east coast experience



Day 2 Devonport ndash launceSton ndash 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 ndash 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 Devilrsquos Kitchen Check into cabin accommodation at Port Arthur This evening enjoy a guided Ghost Tour of the old ruins



Day 5 hoBart ndash Devonport ndash Spirit of taSmania (Bl)








9 2 nights cabin amp 1 night motel accommodation





east coast experience options




options

Derwent river ldquoDiscordquo cruise amp evening transferA great way to spend an evening in Hobart cruising the river enjoying music and dancing

Zoo Doo Wildlife parkWith 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 chairliftLauncestonsuniquewildernessjust15minutesfromthecitycentrewithwalkingandhiking trails the worlds longest single span chairlift peacocks and wildlife gardens suspension bridge and lookouts with spectacular views

tahune airWalkThe Tahune AirWalk is an exhilarating environment-based experience set in the world-renowned Tahune Forest Reserve The AirWalk is an elevated walkway that extends for 597mthroughthe forestprovidingauniquebirds-eyeviewof the treespeciesandforest life Half and full day educational programs available

Jet Boat ridesExperience the thrills of Jet Boat Riding on this heart stopping combo of high speed slidesandturns360degspinspowerbrakestopswaveridingandfishtails

hollybank treetop adventureFlying 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 cablespansofbetween15metresand400metresconnectedbytreeplatformscalledcloud stations

port arthur historic Site optionsbull50-90minuteguidedwalksbullAmazingRacebullIsleoftheDeadguidedcemeterytourbullPointPuerBoysPrisontourbullBrickmaking

Windeward Bound tallship cruiseEnjoy a 2 hour cruise on the Derwent River

maria island visit

mona galleryStudents free

tasman island cruise This cruise explores the coast between Port Arthur and Eaglehawk Neck You will see amazing dolerite cliffs sea caves and wildlife

Bruny island cruiseTravel to South Bruny Island for your cruise alongside some of Australiarsquos 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 SiteOriginally a distillery the site has housed female convicts the Contagious Diseases Hospital and Boys Reformatory

Bellerive cricket ground amp Sports museumThe museum houses a display of cricket history and interactive exhibits

gordon river cruise (atrium seats)The cruise takes you down the Gordon River to Hellrsquos 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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Day 2 Devonport ndash 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 ndash 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


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





cradle mountain adventure

Day 1 School ndash Spirit of taSmania overnight cruiSeTravel by coach from school to Melbournes Station Pier to check-in for your overnight cruise to Devonport (based on inside 4 berth cabin) Day 2 Devonport ndash craDle mountain national park ndash 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 ldquoThe Ship That Never Wasrdquo a live theatre production which tells the story of the Great Escape from Sarah IslandDay 3 Strahan ndash hoBart (B l D)Following breakfast travel to the Gordon River for the Gordon River Cruise (atrium seats) including lunch and stops at ldquoHells Gaterdquo and ldquoSarah Islandrdquo 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 Cadburyrsquos Chocolate Factory for video presentation and visit the outlet shop Drive up Mt Wellington (weather permitting) followed by free time at teachers discretionDay 5 hoBart ndash port arthur (B l D)Morning departure for Port Arthur via the Blowhole Devilrsquos Kitchen and Tessellated Pavements Includes a guided walking tour of Port Arthur Historic Site and evening Ghost Tour Overnight cabin accommodationDay 6 port arthur ndash hoBart ndash Devonport ndash Spirit of taSmania (B l)Return to Hobart to explore the Salamanca Market before continuing to Devonport for your overnight voyage to MelbourneDay 7 melBourne ndash School Arrive Station Pier and return by coach to school







Return transfers to Dove Lake



Cadburys Chocolate factory video presentation

cradle mountain adventure options








9 1 night bunkhouse 1 night cabin amp 2 nights motel accommodation



The Ship That Never Was live show

Gordon River Cruise (atrium seats)

Port Arthur ghost tour amp Port Arthur historic site walking tour


West coast explorer options




West coast explorer

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travel with confidence on a get educational tours living lesson

9 GET Educational Tours assists schools to meet departmental or system requirements recognising

required supervision and pupil teacher ratios and the carrying capacity of coaches

9 We adhere to all federal state and local laws and regulations including safety and security advice for

our outbound tours strictly based on Department of Foreign Affairs travel advisories

9 All groups protected by our code-of-ethics and the requirements of professional organisations

including IATA CATO AFTA and FIYTO As members of the Travel Compensation Fund (TCF) we hold all

client monies in a trust account

9 We are committed to providing factual accurate and educationally aware information

9 We regularly review and update our services and programs and offer a service quality commitment that

means students teachers and parents can have total confidence in the booking process and when you

are travelling

9 We assist with departures planning pre-tour briefings and any required documentation including visas

passports and travel insurance

9 GET Educational Tours adheres to Australiarsquos privacy legislation (policy available on request)

Booking conditions

law of contract

GbullEbullTEducationalToursanditssuppliersincludingairlinesdonotacceptliabilityincontractorintort(actionablewrong)foranyinjurydamagelossdelayadditionalexpenseorinconveniencecauseddirectlyorindirectlybyforcemajeureorotherevents beyond our control or which are not preventable by reasonable diligence on its part including but not limited to war civil disturbance fire flood unusually severe weather acts of God acts of Government or other authorities accident to orfailureofmachineryorequipmentorindustrialaction(whetherornotinvolvingitsemployeesandeventhoughsuchactionmaybesettledbyaccedingtothedemandsofalabourgroup)GbullEbullTEducationalTourscannotacceptresponsibilityforsubsequent changes or withdrawal of prices details or services which are subject to change without notice This contract is governed by the law of the State of Victoria

bull prices are not final until full payment is received

bull amendment amp cancellation fees and charges will apply

bull Student amp escorts names must be exactly the same as the passengerrsquos passport

Once we have confirmed your itinerary GbullEbullT Educational Tours will make payments on your behalf which may incurcancellation and other charges which we will pass on to you

pricesPrices 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 2013Wewillamendtheprice to reflectourcostsat the timeyou requestaquotePre-payablecharges includingairportcharges 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 chargesWhencomparingpricesweadvisethatyouensurethatairporttransfersandotherstandardGbullEbullTEducationalToursinclusions are included in the comparative price

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

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

bull Allpricesaresubjecttoflightschedules

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

All verbal quotes are only an estimate of the price and written quotes are indicative with final price subject to advice on full paymentandreceiptofasignedGbullEbullTEducationalToursbookingform

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 GET Educational Tours can accept no responsibility for any additional charges or inability to travel as a result of incorrect notification of passenger names

Deposits amp paymentsAnonrefundabledepositispayablewithin30daysofconfirmationwithfinalnameslistsrequired30dayspriortodepartureFullpaymentforairrailandseatravelisrequired65dayspriortotravelGSTwillbechargedonthefullpaymentAdepositof$20perstudentisrequiredforitinerariesvaluedat$200orless$50perstudentforitinerariesfrom$201to$500and

$300perstudentforitinerariesvaluedat$501orgreaterBookingsmaybeautomaticallycancelledifpaymentisnotreceivedAcancellationfeeappliesuntil30days(65daysforairrailampseasectors)priortodepartureCancellationswithin30daysofdeparture(65daysforairrailampseasectors)willincuraminimumcancellationfeeof100oftotalarrangementsCancellations 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 amp amendmentsIfyouchangeyourbookingafterfinalpaymentwewillchargea$55amendmentfeeforeachchangeplusanyadditionalpre-payable taxes levies or charges Requests for an individual to travel outside the grouprsquos designated dates or destination will incuranadditionalchargeof$55perpersonplusanychargesthatoursuppliersmaymakeAspricesareindicativeonlydetailsofparticulartoursorhotelsinourbrochuresmayhavechangedsincepublicationdateon01October2013

cancellations amp refundsAcancellationfeeequalto50upto100ofthedepositwillapplyuntil30dayspriortodeparture(65daysforairrailampseasectors) Bookingscancelledwithin30daysofdeparturewillbechargedafeeequalto100ofthelandcontentprice

bull Airlines ground handling companies hotels hostels restaurants and tour operators may impose additional cancellation fees within65daysofdeparture

bull Airline discount booking classes are subject to cancellation fees at any time following confirmationbull 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 insuranceWe strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance for students amp escorts This should be valid for the full duration of your itinerary

luggageWhen 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

wwwgetourscomau

Why travel to tasmania with get educational tours 9 With over 50 years experience in providing ldquoliving lessonsrdquo to australian students gmiddotemiddott educational tours sets the benchmark for educational tours

9 We offer the confidence of travelling with australias leading educational tours specialist and support you with a highly knowledgeable innovative and experienced educational tour consultant

9 ldquoliving lessonsrdquo in tasmania are designed by experienced teachers to engage students in the unique history culture and environment of tasmania

9 our philosophy is to offer learning through a broad range of exciting and fun activities above all our tours serve to promote each studentrsquos own and othersrsquo worth dignity and rights as individuals and as members of groups and to further develop self-awareness and a sense of personal identity

9 the aim is to develop students knowledge and understanding of australian society making use of the disciplines drawn from geography history civics and politics

9 gmiddotemiddott 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

9 Prices based on groups of 44 students and 4 teacherescorts travelling from Melbourne Sydney and Canberra

9 Tour costs for groups travelling from Adelaide Brisbane Perth and regional areas available on request

9 Flexible group sizes tour dates and itineraries (110 teacherescort ratio)


9 Meals as specified Meals Key B = breakfast L = lunch D = dinner

From the awesome National Capital to pristine Tasmania Victorias wild Shipwreck Coast and historic goldfields Queenslands 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

GmiddotEmiddotT Educational Tours specialist consultants have developed a unique program of LivingLessonsover50yearstoperfectlyintegratewithandcomplementtheAustralianCurriculum 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 Australias colourful history to life encourage students appreciation of the diversity and vastness of the country and pinpoint the significance of its major institutions

GmiddotEmiddotT 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

Amongst our most popular itineraries are tours tailored to meet your specific focus including Tasmanias 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

GbullEbullTEducationalToursproudlysupportsthe 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

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

GbullEbullT EducationalTours is committed toobtaining thebestpossible airfare for yourgroup

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 insuranceAvailablethroughGbullEbullTfrom$3600perperson

copy Pictures Tourism Tasmania

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West coast explorer

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Booking conditions

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options









maria island visit







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West coast explorer

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are travelling




Booking conditions

law of contract























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wwwgetourscomau












































West coast explorer

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are travelling




Booking conditions

law of contract























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West coast explorer

wwwgetourscomau












are travelling




Booking conditions

law of contract























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Booking conditions

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Tasmania 2014 - 2015