East Coast Escape Tour

6 days - Launceston to Hobart

Premium Escorted Tour - Tour Code TLSH

From the ancient diverse flora and fauna of Mt Field National Park to the rugged pristine wilderness of the Franklin River, the picturesque, ghostly rich history of Port Arthur to the spectacular forested backdrop and 'world's best beach' of Wineglass Bay, Tasmania truly is an island unto itself.

Daily itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Launceston

On arrival at Launceston Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Launceston, 2 nights. D

Day 2: Launceston

Explore Cataract Gorge - wilderness in the city. Just two minutes out of Launceston and you're surrounded by rivers, a gorge and exotic flora and fauna. Walk across the suspension bridge, spot peacocks or take the chairlift for an aerial view of this fascinating urban wilderness. Later discover the Tamar Valley and the Swiss village of Grindelwald, then try some Tasmanian wine at Rosevears Vineyard. You are Invited - embrace the romance of days gone by with dinner at the magnificent Quamby Estate. B D

Day 3: St. Helens

A guided tour of Bridestowe Lavender Farm (early December to early February) gets things rolling today. En route to St. Helens we'll see Legerwood's WWI memorial carvings, Derby and drive through the lush Myrtle Rainforest at Weldborough Pass. This afternoon we take the short coastal drive to Binalong Bay Lookout for spectacular views over the Bay of Fires. Return to the picturesque seaside town of St. Helens for dinner.

Hotel: Tidal Waters Resort, St. Helens. B D

Day 4: Freycinet National Park

Prepare yourself for the breathtaking beauty of Freycinet National Park where a guided walk with a National Park Ranger will unveil astonishing views. Cape Tourville Lookout will astound. Onward to the historic sandstone village of Richmond, site of Australia's oldest operational road bridge. Later we cross the 100 year old Denison Canal and make our way along the impressive cliff-lined coast. En route to Port Arthur we cross Eaglehawk Neck - once the guarded check-point between the mainland and convicts - on to the Tasman Peninsula to feast our eyes on the amazing vistas of Tasman's Arch, Devil's Kitchen and the Blowhole. Test your nerve on the optional lantern lit Ghost Tour of Port Arthur.

Hotel: Fox and Hounds Inn, Port Arthur. B D

Day 5: Hobart

We begin with a fascinating guided walk of Port Arthur's infamous convict prison and Historic Site, then a cruise around the Isle of the Dead. View the rugged sea cliffs from Pirate's Bay Lookout. We set a course for Hobart travelling along the Sorell Causeway to Bonorong Wildlife Centre, the best place to see Tasmanian Devils up close and personal, as well as other native animals.

Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart. B

Day 6: Depart Hobart

You will be transferred to Hobart Airport for your onward flight. B

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