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"Pure Island at the End of the World: Encounter the Aurora and Primeval Ecology in Cradle Mountain!

Tasmania 7-Day In-Depth Tour Guide Core Themes: Aurora, Wildlife, Natural Wonders, and Gastronomic Delights 📍 Itinerary (Counterclockwise Island Self-Drive) Day 1: Hobart (Capital City Highlights) - Morning: Salamanca Place (Centuries-Old Warehouse Market for Antiques) → Museum of Old and New Art (MONA, Light and Shadow Art and Aurora Projection). - Afternoon: Brooke Street Pier Glass House Restaurant (Tasmanian Seafood + Sea View) → Mount Wellington Panoramic View. - Evening: Cascade Brewery for Craft Beer. Day 2: Around Hobart - Morning: Richmond Town (Southern Hemisphere's Oldest Stone Bridge + Zoodoo Wildlife Park to Pet Wombats). - Afternoon: Port Arthur Historic Site (World Heritage Site + Haunted House Night Tour Experience). Day 3: East Coast (Nature and Food) - Morning: Freycinet National Park (Wineglass Bay Lookout Hike → Honeymoon Bay Snorkeling). - Afternoon: Kate's Berry Farm (Freshly Picked Strawberries + Berry Desserts) → Bicheno Blowhole. - Evening: Bicheno Penguin Tour (Watch Little Penguins Return at Dusk; Advance Booking Required). Day 4: Bay of Fires and Blue Lake - Morning: Bay of Fires (Orange-Red Moss Rocks + Bay of Fires Lodge Hike). - Afternoon: Little Blue Lake (Tiffany Blue Volcanic Lake, Open Only on Sunny Days) → St Helens Seafood Market (Freshly Grilled Lobster). Day 5: Cradle Mountain (Hiking Paradise) - All Day: Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park (Overland Track Highlights Hike, View Dove Lake Volcanic Landform). - Tips: Bring a waterproof jacket and encounter wombats, echidnas, and other wildlife. Day 6: Sheffield Mural Town and Northwest Coast - Morning: Sheffield Mural Town (40+ Street Art Pieces). - Afternoon: Stanley Town (Extinct Volcano Seascape + Lavender Farm) → Cradle Country Lavender Farm (Full Bloom from December to January). Day 7: Bruny Island (Oysters and Hidden Gems) - Morning: Bruny Island Oyster Farm (Freshly Picked Pacific Oysters + Sparkling Wine) → Honey House Tasting. - Afternoon: Adventure Bay Lighthouse (Reef Coast Sunset Photography Spot) → Return to Hobart. 🍴 Must-Eat Food Recommendations 1. Oysters: Freshly harvested at Little Musselroe Bay, paired with Tasmanian Chardonnay. 2. Salmon: Hobart Wharf Restaurants (such as Mures) raw or charcoal grilled. 3. Whiskey: Lark Distillery "Eastern Single Malt" Gold Award Winner. 4. Dessert: Kate's Berry Farm Berry Ice Cream + Lavender Dessert. 5. Lobster: Freshly grilled at St Helens Seafood Market, paired with Tasmanian craft beer. 🚗 Self-Driving Tips - Car Rental: Pick up the car at Hobart Airport; full insurance is recommended (to prevent animal collisions). - Right-Hand Drive: Familiarize yourself with traffic rules in advance, and drive cautiously on mountain roads. - Road Conditions: Many curves on the east coast, and some unpaved sections in the northwest. 📸 Photography Tips - Aurora: Cradle Mountain, Swansea (April–September; check the Aurora Forecast App in advance). - Blue Lake: Only presents Tiffany Blue on sunny days; arrive before noon. - Bay of Fires: The contrast between orange-red rocks and seawater is strong at sunset. - Sheffield Mural Town: Shoot murals from a low angle to integrate into the mining history story. 📌 Pre-Trip Preparation - Visa: Australian 600 Tourist Visa (e-Visa, issued in 3 days). - Season: Autumn (March–May) is full of colorful forests, with large temperature differences between day and night (5–15℃). - Essentials: Hiking shoes, waterproof jacket, tripod (for shooting aurora/stars). Hidden Gems: Maria Island (Prehistoric Forest + Wombat Babies), Marakoopa Cave (Glowworms + Underground Dinner). Safety Tips: Stay away from wild animals. Some sections have no signal. Download offline maps in advance. Tasmania, this island at the "end of the world," is waiting for you to explore its primeval ecology and ultimate experiences!
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