6 Day Super Tasmanian Tour

Summary

"Explore the contrasts of the West and East Coasts of Tasmania."

Itinerary

Day 1 - Hobart to Port Arthur

You will be picked up from your Hobart Hotel between 7.30-7.45am. Please advise at time of booking where you will be staying.

Start your trip with a visit to Richmond, then to the photogenic Tasman Peninsula for views over the Southern Ocean. Explore one of Tassie's tourist hotspots, the Port Arthur Historic Site. Learn about the life of a convict in a place once considered "Hell On Earth". Take the opportunity to view the site from aboard a cruise boat on the harbour. This afternoon we will visit the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Park to see and learn about the unique Tassie Devils.

Overnight: Hobart

Day 2 - Hobart to Bicheno

After a brief stop in the historic town of Ross, we make our way to Freycinet National Park where we will spend the rest of the day exploring. For those seeking a challenge, try the climb to the summit of Mt Amos or join a guided walk to Wineglass Bay, voted one of the world's top 10 beaches

There are other free walking choices and a visit to Cape Tourville . This afternoon you have the opportunity to try some optional sea kayaking from Coles Bay. At dusk there is also the option of a guided tour to take a closer look at the life of the Little Penguins as they return nightly to their rookeries to feed their young (seasonal).

Overnight: Bicheno
Meals:  B

Day 3 - Bicheno (Bay of Fires) to Launceston

Soak up the coastal scenery along one of Australia's greatest journey's from Bicheno to St Helens. Stretch your legs and revitalise your senses with a peaceful beachwalk at the Bay of Fires. Visit the rainforests and waterfall at St Columba Falls, before heading into the pretty colourful city of Launceston.

Overnight: Launceston
Meals:        B

Day 4 - Launceston to Cradle Mountain

Go west and spend the day at Cradle Mountain exploring some of the numerous walks within the world heritage listed national park. Take a stroll around Dove Lake, or head off to test your lungs with a hike to Marion's Lookout or on one of the many other great walks.

Overnight: Cradle Mountain
Meals: B

Day 5 - Cradle Mountain to Strahan

Head from the mountains to a waterfall walk along the old train line to Montezuma Falls on your way to the coast. Climb Henty Sand Dunes and stroll along the endless stretch of Ocean Beach with nothing but the wild "Roaring Forties" between you and South America.

Overnight:  Strahan
Meals: B

Day 6 - Strahan to Hobart

Head south and inland today with a short walk to Nelson Falls, and take a drink from the famous Franklin River, where you'll learn about the beginning of the Greens Party. Drop in at Lake St Clair then finish the day at Mt Field NP and photogenic Russell Falls. Hug a tall tree goodbye then relax on your way back to Hobart through the picturesque Derwent Valley.

Meals: B

Further Information

Tour Highlights

5 nts Hostel/ Lodge Multi Shared accommodation, Hobart, Tasman Peninsula, Port Arthur, Richmond, Ross, Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Cape Tourville, Coles Bay, Bay of Fires, Bicheno, St Columbus Falls, Mount Amos, Lake St Clair, Mount Field National Park, Franklin Gordon National Park, Strahan, Russell Falls, Hogarth Falls, Henty Sand Dunes, City of Zeehan, Dove Lake, Devonport, Cradle Mountain .

What's Included

5 nts Hostel/Lodge accommodation, 6 days touring, Meals as shown, National Parks Fees, Driver/Guide, Hotel pick up and drop off.