Tour Details - East Coast Highlights

Day 1: Launceston - Bicheno

We depart Launceston. Our first stop is the Bridestowe Lavender Farm (December to March). Continuing on we’ll see Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees in honour of fallen WWI soldiers, the old mining town of Derby and then drive through the lush myrtle rainforest at Weldborough Pass. We’ll visit St. Helens at lunchtime. Then get your camera ready for the spectacular and breathtaking – Freycinet National Park. We’ll take a guided walk with a National Park Ranger that will unveil astonishing views across brilliant blue water, forest and golden beach. Cape Tourville Lookout will astound.
Hotel: Beachfront at Bicheno. D

Day 2: Bicheno - Port Arthur

En route to our morning tea destination of Copping we’ll travel through Swansea, Orford and Sorell. Then chart a course for Port Arthur along an impressive cliff-lined coast. We’ll cross the 100 year old Denison Canal and Eaglehawk Neck, the historic once-guarded checkpoint between the mainland and convicts. On our way to Port Arthur we’ll feast our eyes on the amazing vistas of Tasman’s Arch, Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole. We’ll cruise around the Isle of the Dead and then take a fascinating guided walk of the Historic Site and prison. Test your nerve on the optional lantern-lit Ghost Tour of Port Arthur.
Hotel: Fox and Hounds Inn, Port Arthur. B D

Day 3: Port Arthur – Hobart

This morning we’ll head back over the Tasman Peninsula towards Hobart. We travel through the Coal River Valley to the historic sandstone village of Richmond, site of Australia’s oldest operational road bridge and a perfect spot for lunch. Later we’ll get up close and personal with Tasmanian Devils and other native animals at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. We cross the Derwent River on our way into Hobart where the afternoon is yours! This evening get together with your Tour Director and new-found friends for a farewell dinner.
Hotel: Wrest Point, Hobart. B D

Day 4: Depart Hobart

Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred to Hobart Airport for your return flight. B