5-day Explore Tassie's East Coast on a Guided Holiday

Day 1 - Welcome to Launceston

Your holiday begins in Launceston on the Tamar River. Tasmania’s ‘northern capital’ is a historic city with many well-preserved Georgian and Victorian buildings. Get to know your Travel Director and fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.

Hotel: Best Western Plus Launceston

Day 2 - Launceston – Bicheno

Bridestowe Lavender Estate is your first stop today. It has been growing lavender since 1922 when a London perfumer planted lavender seeds from the French Alps on his family estate which he named after his wife’s birthplace in England. Try some of Bridestowe’s lavender products and treat yourself to their famous lavender ice-cream. Later, stop at the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, planted in honour of fallen WWI soldiers. After a lunchtime stop at St. Helens, follow the picturesque east coast south to Bicheno. This evening you may like to take an optional tour to see Bicheno’s wild penguin colony as they emerge from the ocean for the night, or even take a tour to see Tassie Devils.

Hotel: Beachfront at Bicheno

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Bicheno – Hobart

Today, experience the grandeur of Freycinet National Park, taking a guided walk to Cape Tourville lookout that will unveil astonishing views across brilliant blue water, verdant forest and golden beaches. On your way to Hobart, you’ll travel through Swansea and Orford and make a lunch stop in historic Richmond. The village is famous for its elegant Georgian architecture, with beautiful heritage buildings dating to the 1820s now housing galleries, tea shops, craft boutiques and museums.

Hotel: Wrest Point, 2 nights

Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Port Arthur

Explore Port Arthur Historic Site, taking a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and a fascinating walk with a local expert of the remains of Port Arthur’s infamous convict prison. There will be time for you to wander the site at your leisure. On the drive back to Hobart, see the amazing natural rock formations of the craggy Tasman Arch, the Devil’s Kitchen, the Blowhole and the Totem Pole. This evening, mingle with your fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner at one of Hobart’s popular restaurants.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 5 - Farewell from Hobart

Say farewell to your fellow travellers when your holiday comes to an end this morning after breakfast.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Please note that prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

This tour departs from Launceston and ends in Hobart:

• Twin share - from $1765 per person
• Solo Traveller - from $2180 per person

This tour has many departures throughout 2021, 2022 and 2023. The above date is based on tours departing between 19 Apr 2021 and 28 Mar 2022.

Call our local travel team on 1300 414 198 to check up to date availability and book your Tassie holiday. We can also arrange your flights and additional accommodation.

Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort. The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes:

• Best Western Plus Launceston
• Beachfront at Bicheno
• Wrest Point, Hobart

Flight Information

• Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Launceston Airport
• Day 5 – Flights to depart anytime from Hobart Airport

What to Bring

•  Comfortable walking shoes
•  Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
•  Water bottle
•  Warm layers in cooler months

Fitness Requirements

• Low level of fitness required