Under Down Under Tours - Tasmanian Discovery Itinerary

Hobart to Queenstown

Start your day at the vibrant Salamanca Market, where you can enjoy a delicious breakfast and browse local handicrafts. Leaving Hobart, our wilderness journey begins at Mount Field National Park, where we’ll walk beneath some of the world’s tallest trees and visit the stunning Russell Falls. Continuing west, we’ll stop at Lake St Clair, Australia’s deepest freshwater lake, before journeying through the rugged landscapes of Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. As you travel further west, you’ll pass sweeping buttongrass plains and take in breathtaking views around Queenstown, a former historic mining hub and now a vibrant West Coast destination.

Included Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Queenstown - 1 Night

As this tour starts at 7:00am we recommend arriving in Hobart the day-prior. First Light Travel can assist you with additional accommodation bookings as required.

Accommodation:

Silver Hills Motel

Silver Mills Motel offers comfortable, no-fuss accommodation in a convenient location for short stays and extended visits. Enjoy clean, well-equipped rooms, friendly service, and easy access to nearby attractions, dining, and transport links. A relaxed and affordable base for exploring the surrounding area, with on-site parking and essential amenities designed for a hassle-free stay.

Gordon River Cruise & Burnie

Departing from the harbourside village of Strahan, we’ll cruise the Gordon River. This fantastic river cruise includes a guided boardwalk through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest as well as a tour of the harshest penal settlement in Australia at Sarah Island. Cruise through the treacherous Hells Gates, a narrow passageway into Macquarie Harbour and enjoy lunch aboard the ship featuring Tasmanian produce. See the workings of a Huon pine sawmill, before departing Strahan for a scenic drive to the Northwest Coast. After enjoying dinner together, you may wish to stroll along the foreshore to the penguin parade, where Little Penguins can be seen emerging from the sea.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Burnie - 1 Night

Accommodation:

Burnie Central TownHouse Hotel

Burnie Central TownHouse Hotel is a centrally located property in the coastal city of Burnie, close to shops, dining, and waterfront attractions. It features comfortable, well-appointed rooms with modern amenities. The hotel is known for its clean, quiet environment, practical layout, and friendly service, offering guests a convenient and relaxed place to stay in northwest Tasmania.

Tullah to Launceston via Cradle Mountain

Experience the famous Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. This alpine National Park is nestled within the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Your guide will explain several walking options to suit your fitness. At Ronny Creek we’ll look for wombats along the boardwalk. At Dove Lake, take your time to enjoy the stunning 6km circuit, spending 2-3 hours walking around the glacial-carved lake, framed by towering mountains and rich alpine vegetation. You may prefer to wander down to Glacial Rock for valley views or visit the iconic Boat Shed. This afternoon, enjoy the “Town of Murals” at Sheffield, before arriving in Launceston in northern Tasmania.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Launceston - 1 Night

Accommodation:

Leisure Inn Penny Royal

This property boasts a prime location just 10 minutes from Launceston’s CBD, nestled beside the picturesque Tamar River and a short walk from Cataract Gorge. This heritage-listed property exudes old-world charm, originally constructed as a corn mill in 1840. It was meticulously relocated 54 kilometers to Launceston and reconstructed as a hotel over 130 years later, with each stone carefully placed to preserve its historical essence.

Launceston, Bay of Fires & Scamander

Take a leisurely walk in Cataract Gorge, a scenic nature reserve nestled along the South Esk River, just minutes from downtown Launceston. Enjoy the tranquillity of its fern-lined paths, suspension bridge, and panoramic lookouts. From here, travel through rolling farmlands and quaint townships toward Tasmania’s East Coast. Upon reaching the Larapuna/Bay of Fires, you'll be greeted by a dramatic change in landscape—bright white sands, vivid turquoise waters, and striking orange-hued granite boulders. This evening we’ll stay in Scamander, overlooking the picturesque beach and calm waters of the Scamander River.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Scamander - 1 Night

Accommodation:

Scamander Beach Resort

Set on Tasmania’s scenic northeast coast, Scamander Beach Resort offers relaxed seaside accommodation with direct access to the beach. Enjoy spacious rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Ideally positioned for discovering the Bay of Fires, coastal walks, and local fishing spots, it’s a convenient base for experiencing the region’s natural beauty and fresh coastal air.

Freycinet National Park to Orford

This morning, you will meet Tasmanian devils at a wildlife sanctuary, before passing through Bicheno on our way to Freycinet National Park. This coastal gem has secluded bays, pristine beaches, and inviting woodland forests. At Honeymoon Bay, marvel at the striking pink granite peaks of the Hazards Mountains. Hike to the famous Wineglass Bay lookout for unforgettable views of its perfect crescent-shaped beach, one of Tasmania’s most iconic sights. Then, visit Cape Tourville for breathtaking panoramas of the Tasman Sea and the rugged Freycinet coastline.

Included Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Orford - 1 Night

Accommodation:

Eastcoaster Tasmania

A magnificent waterfront property featuring 48 motel rooms, 11 maria villas, 8 family cabins. Chose to dine at the spectacular Spring Bay “over-water” restaurant or the Terrace restaurant. With two bars, seaview dining decks, a large outdoor pool, an indoor pool and spa there is no shortage of things do to. Guests are free to make the most of the BBQ facilities, children’s playground, a gym, squash, tennis & basketball courts, guests fishing jetty, our own beach, guests boat ramp and kids games room.

Tasman Peninsula to Hobart

Travel to the Tasman Peninsula and explore Tasman National Park with its geological wonders of the Tessellated Pavement, Tasman Arch, and Devil’s Kitchen. At UNESCO World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site, discover this fascinating open-air museum that unearths the stories of Tasmania’s convict past. Wander through the beautifully preserved buildings and expansive gardens of Australia’s best-preserved penal settlement. On our return to Hobart, we’ll stop in the historic village of Richmond and travel through the scenic Coal River Valley, completing our unforgettable journey.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Flights to depart after 7:30pm from Hobart Airport. First Light Travel can make final accommodation bookings as required to meet your onward travel arrangements.