4 Day Tasmanian East Coast Safari

Itinerary

Day 1 - HOBART to PORT ARTHUR.

We begin our Tassie experience with a short drive to the historic village of Richmond. Here we can view some great Tassie history before heading south to the Tasman Peninsula. We stop at the Eaglehawk Neck lookout for the spectacular view. This afternoon we explore the Port Arthur Historic Site and its famous ruins and learn of life as a convict in a place once referred to as “hell on earth”. Tonight you get the chance to do the guided Ghost Tour in and around the ruins - if you are game!  

Overnight: Port Arthur (Cabins)
Meals:  Dinner

Day 2 -PORT ARTHUR to COLES BAY.

Today we can stretch our legs with a coastal walk or take an optional island cruise! After lunch we head north with a stop at a berry farm. This afternoon we arrive in Coles Bay on the edge of Great Oyster Bay and the gateway to Freycinet National Park.  .

Overnight: Coles Bay (Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - COLES BAY to ST HELENS.

This morning is spent exploring Freycinet National Park. Try the climb to the summit of Mt Amos or join a guided walk to Wineglass Bay. A short drive this afternoon takes us further north passing to the Bay of Fires. This area is rich in natural beauty and also has a strong history with the Tasmanian Aboriginal people.

Overnight: St Helens (Lodge/Cabin/Hotel)
Meals: Bx1 Dx1

Day 4 - ST HELENS to LAUNCESTON.

Leaving the coast we head inland through forest and farmland to the city of Launceston, Australia’s third oldest city. Situated at the junction of the South Esk, North Esk and Tamar Rivers, we will take time out here for some lunch and also a visit to the Cataract Gorge before wrapping up our Tassie break!

Meals - Breakfast

 

Further Information

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 3 nights quad share accommodation using cabin/ lodge/ hotel with shared facilities
• National Park Entry Fees
• Port Arthur Entry Fee
• Driver/ Guid
• 3 Breakfasts (B), 2 Dinners (D)

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Accommodation :  Quad Share in mixed accommodation. 
Tour code :TD-JTAE4 
Trip duration :   4 days  
Group size:   Average 25 people  
Other room types available: Twin / Double upgrade on request
Transport:  Modern Air Conditioned Coach