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Car Hire Devonport Ferry Terminal Devonport Ferry Terminal - Australia
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world It's about the same size as the 48 mainland states of the USA and 50 per cent larger than Europe, but has the lowest population density in the world - only two people per square kilometre
Australia lies between the Pacific and Indian oceans. Its capital Canberra, is in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) between New South Wales and Victoria. Australia is made up of six states and two territories. Each state and territory has its own parliament, flag and floral emblem. Australia became a federated nation after the union of the six colonies on 1 January 1901. Bound by one parliament, one constitution and one flag.
Tasmania is an island roughly the size of West Virginia, Tasmania off the south-east corner of mainland Australia, by the 240 kilometres stretch of Bass Strait. The next stop south is the Antarctica 2000 kilometres away. Tasmania is encircled by the Southern Ocean, Tasman Sea and Bass Strait, is a land apart a place of wild and beautiful landscapes, friendly, welcoming people, a pleasant temperate climate, wonderful wine and food full of rich history and a relaxed lifestyle.
Bass Strait is the sea-road to Tasmania. The route is operated by three super fast ships, Spirit of Tasmania I, II and III. Make the most of the journey by beginning with a luxurious ocean cruise aboard the Spirit of Tasmania I, II or III. Spirit I and II travel between Station Pier in Port Melbourne and Devonport on Tasmania north coast, while Spirit III travels between central Sydney and Devonport up to three days a week. All three ships give you the option of bringing your own vehicle to Tasmania and exploring one of the worlds great touring destinations at your own pace.
The super fast Spirit of Tasmania I and II make nightly crossings in both directions, leaving at 9pm and arriving at 7am. Additional sailingÕs are scheduled in peak periods, with a daytime sailing in both directions leaving at 9am and arriving at 6pm.
Spirit III departs Darling Harbour in Sydney at 3pm and arrives in Devonport at 11.30am. These departure times, have the wonderful advantage of enabling you to enjoy sailing under the Harbour Bridge, down the scenic coast of Eastern Australia and past magnificent Bass Strait islands during daylight, making the cruise itself an integral part of your Tasmanian experience.
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