7 Day Tasmania tour

Tour Details

Operator

Adventure Tours Australia

Destinations

Hobart, Bicheno, Tasmania, Launceston, Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Bay of Fires, Montezuma Falls, Strahan, Russell Falls, Lake St Claire, St Columbia falls, Freycinet National Park and Tullah

Departs From

Hobart

Tour Description

Day 1 - Devonport or Launceston to Bicheno
We travel north east of Launceston to the beautiful Bridestowe Lavender Farms; where everything conceivable is made with lavender! We then continue our journey through the changing landscape of heritage farms, forests and mining towns until we arrive at the spectacular St Columba’s Falls (pumping an average 42,000 litres of water per minute!). We finish our day at the breathtaking Bay of Fires, with a stroll along the pristine white sands or a swim in the sparkling turquoise water (weather permitting). We stay overnight in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, take an optional tour to see little penguins nesting (at own expense). (LD)
Day 2 - Bicheno to Pt Arthur
This morning we climb up Mount Amos in Freycinet National Park for fantastic views over Wineglass Bay. You may choose to hike to Wineglass Beach via the lookout. We travel south to Port Arthur enjoying a rain forest walk on the way. Tonight enjoy the Port Arthur Ghost Tour (at own expense). Overnight Port Arthur (BLD)
Day 3 - Pt Arthur to Hobart
This morning we explore the Port Arthur Historic Site and take a boat cruise around the harbour then visit Remarkable Cave and a variety of other sites on the Tasman Peninsula before arriving into Hobart. (BL)
Day 4 - Hobart & surrounds
Spend a day at leisure enjoying the sights of Hobart. Some recommended activities are: Derwent River Cruise on the historical square rigger ‘Lady Nelson’, a tour of the Cascade Brewery or the Cadbury Chocolate Factory (only week days), half day bike hire or a trip up Mt Wellington. (All activities are subject to availability and at own expense). Overnight in Hobart. (Meals at own expense)
Day 5 - Hobart to Tullah
We travel to Mount Field National Park, walking to Russell Falls and the ‘Tall Trees Walk’. We continue on to Lake St Clair then head to the historic mining town of Tullah, doing various walks along the way. Overnight at cosy Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (LD)
Day 6 - Tullah - Strahan - Tullah
We hike to Montezuma Falls, then take a walk through the Henty Sand Dunes or take a quad bike tour (at own expense). We call in at Strahan then return to Tullah to go canoeing on Lake Rosebery (FREE), mountain biking (FREE) or horse riding (at own expense). Overnight Tullah Lakeside Chalet. (BLD)
Day 7 - Cradle Mountain to Devonport
Discover the World Heritage Cradle Mountain National Park. Enjoy a guided walk around beautiful Dove Lake or challenge yourself with a more strenuous hike (unguided) to view Cradle Mountain. This afternoon we further explore the mid north of the state before finishing in Devonport. (BL)