Discover Tasmania: Coast, Wilderness & Heritage

Discover Tasmania's east coast, wilderness, mountains, food, wildlife and heritage.

Duration

14 Days / 13 Nights

Price

PEOPLE GOING

143+ Booked

PACKAGE

Itinerary

Itinerary Details
  1. 1
    Arrival in Hobart & Drive to Port Arthur

    Arrive, collect your car, and drive to the Tasman Peninsula. Highlights: Coastal scenery, UNESCO Port Arthur Historic Site, and dramatic rock formations like Remarkable Cave and Devils Kitchen.

    Drive: 95 km | 1.5 hrs

    Overnight: Port Arthur

  2. 2
    Port Arthur to East Coast

    Drive north along the spectacular East Coast. Highlights: Ocean views, pristine beaches, charming towns like Orford and Swansea, and Great Oyster Bay with views of the Hazards mountains.

    Drive: 220 km | 3.5 hrs

    Overnight: Freycinet

  3. 3
    Freycinet National Park

    Discover Freycinet’s pink granite peaks and clear waters. Highlights: Hike to Wineglass Bay Lookout, walk Hazards Beach, and visit Cape Tourville and Honeymoon Bay to spot native wildlife.

    Drive: Local exploration

    Overnight: Freycinet

  4. 4
    Freycinet to St Helens

    Travel north to the spectacular Bay of Fires region. Highlights: Pristine white beaches, turquoise waters, orange-lichen-covered granite boulders, Binalong Bay, and coastal wildlife spotting.

    Drive: 115 km | 1.5 hrs

    Overnight: St Helens

  5. 5
    St Helens to Launceston

    Drive inland through rolling forests to Launceston. Highlights: Impressive Cataract Gorge Reserve, suspension bridge walks, heritage streets, beautiful gardens, and a vibrant local food scene.

    Drive: 165 km | 2.5 hrs

    Overnight: Launceston

  6. 6
    Launceston to Stanley

    Journey across the northwest agricultural region. Highlights: Table Cape’s lighthouse, Stanley’s preserved colonial streets, and climbing “The Nut”—a massive volcanic plug with panoramic views.

    Drive: 225 km | 3 hrs

    Overnight: Stanley

  7. 7
    Stanley to Cradle Mountain

    Enjoy a relaxed morning before driving south to the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Highlights: Settle into the lush alpine scenery and take a short national park walk.

    Drive: 170 km | 2.5 hrs

    Overnight: Cradle Mountain

  8. 8
    Explore Cradle Mountain

    Spend a full day exploring alpine landscapes and glacial lakes. Highlights: Walk the famous Dove Lake Circuit, explore ancient rainforests, and spot native wombats, wallabies, and echidnas.

    Drive: Local exploration

    Overnight: Cradle Mountain

  9. 9
    Cradle Mountain to Strahan

    Travel west through remote wilderness to the historic harbour town of Strahan. Highlights: Explore the waterfront, visit local galleries, and learn about the region’s rich maritime history.

    Drive: 140 km | 2 hrs

    Overnight: Strahan

  10. 10
    Gordon River Cruise

    Experience Tasmania’s signature wild west. Highlights: Gordon River Cruise across Macquarie Harbour and Hell’s Gates, ancient rainforests, and an optional West Coast Wilderness Railway ride.

    Drive: 1–5 km | 10 mins

    Overnight: Strahan

  11. 11
    Strahan to Hobart

    Drive back through the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Highlights: Ancient rainforests, Nelson Falls, Lake St Clair, and exploring Hobart’s Salamanca Place upon arrival.

    Drive: 305 km | 4.5 hrs

    Overnight: Hobart

  12. 12
    Explore Hobart & MONA

    Discover Tasmania’s capital. Highlights: Salamanca Place, historic Battery Point, striking exhibitions at MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), and Hobart’s thriving seafood and wine dining scene.

    Drive: Local exploration

    Overnight: Hobart

  13. 13
    Bruny Island Adventure

    Take the ferry for a self-drive island tour. Highlights: The Neck Lookout panoramic views, dramatic South Bruny coastline, and tasting artisan cheeses, fresh oysters, and local chocolates.

    Drive: 105 km | 2 hrs

    Overnight: Hobart

  14. 14
    Depart Hobart

    Enjoy your final morning at a relaxed pace. Highlights: Last-minute sightseeing, souvenir shopping, or waterfront coffees before returning your rental car at the airport for your onward flight.

    Drive: 20 km | 25 mins

Tour Highlights
    • Arrival in Hobart and collect your rental car.
    • Drive to the Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur.
    • Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site.
    • Visit Tasman Peninsula natural attractions including Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, the Blowhole, and Remarkable Cave.
    • Overnight at a hotel in Port Arthur.
Accommodations

Accommodations:

  • 1 night in Port Arthur 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 2 nights in the Freycinet area 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night in St Helens 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night in Launceston 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 1 night in Stanley 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 2 nights in Cradle Mountain 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 2 nights in Strahan 4 star hotel with breakfast.
  • 3 nights in Hobart 4 star hotel with breakfast.

 

Guests may request upgrades to 5-Star hotels. Upgraded options are subject to availability and additional costs.

Package Includes

Self Drive:

  • Premium rental car for 14 days, unlimited kilometers, GPS navigation.

 

Exclusive Experiences:

  • Explore the Port Arthur Historic Site.
  • Enjoy Tasmania’s scenic East Coast.
  • Experience Wineglass Bay Lookout.
  • Discover the Bay of Fires.
  • Visit Cataract Gorge Reserve.
  • Ride to the summit of The Nut.
  • Encounter wildlife at Cradle Mountain.
  • Explore Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park.
  • Unwind at Macquarie Harbour.
  • Cruise the Gordon River.
  • Relax at Lake St Clair.
  • Visit MONA.
  • Discover Bruny Island.
  • Accommodation in a 3-4 Star Hotel for 13 nights with Breakfast.

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