Itinerary
- Day 1
Hobart to Strahan
Your Tasmanian adventure kicks off from Hobart heading west through three national parks in succession. You'll start by seeing Russell Falls and some of the world's tallest trees at Mount Field, then continue to Lake St Clair, which happens to be Australia's deepest freshwater lake. From there, the drive takes you through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park where mountains, buttongrass plains, and rainforests create quite a landscape. Before reaching Strahan for the night, you'll stop in Queenstown to learn about Tasmania's pioneer history.
Included Activities
- Visit Mount Field National Park and Russell Falls
- Short walks throughout the day
- Stop at Lake St Clair (Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park)
- Drive through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
- Visit Queenstown to learn about Tasmania's pioneer history
Landmarks/POIs Russell Falls Lake St Clair Mount Field National Park Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park Queenstown - Day 2
Strahan
The West Coast gives you options for how to spend your time. If you're up for something active, there's a guided walk through temperate rainforest and the chance to explore Henty Sand Dunes. Prefer a slower pace instead? The Gordon River Cruise takes you through Macquarie Harbour to Sarah Island and into the World Heritage Area where you can see ancient Huon pines. Either way, later in the day you'll head to Ocean Beach, Tasmania's longest stretch of sand, for some fresh air and time on the windswept shore.
Included Activities
- Guided walk in West Coast wilderness (optional choice)
- Visit Ocean Beach
Optional Activities
- Guided walk amongst temperate rainforest and Henty Sand Dunes
- Gordon River Cruise through Macquarie Harbour, Sarah Island, and World Heritage Area with ancient Huon pines
Landmarks/POIs Henty Sand Dunes Macquarie Harbour Sarah Island Ocean Beach - Day 3
Cradle Mountain to Launceston
Cradle Mountain National Park sits in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and that's where your day focuses. Early on, head to Ronny Creek to look for wombats, then choose from several walking options depending on what appeals to you. There's Marion's Lookout summit if you want elevation, or the Dove Lake Circuit if you prefer a different route through the alpine environment. After your mountain time, you'll travel to Sheffield, known as the Town of Murals, and then continue south to Launceston, one of Australia's oldest cities.
Included Activities
- Visit Cradle Mountain National Park
- Look for wombats at Ronny Creek
- Choice of walking options including Marion's Lookout and Dove Lake Circuit
Landmarks/POIs Cradle Mountain National Park Marion's Lookout Dove Lake Ronny Creek Sheffield - Day 4
Launceston to Bicheno
Start with a short walk through Launceston's Cataract Gorge nature reserve where wallabies sometimes appear. Then it's a drive east to the coast, stopping for lunch in St Helens along the way. The afternoon takes you to Tasmania's best beaches, including Bay of Fires/Larapuna with its turquoise water and significant cultural meaning to Tasmanian aboriginal people and palawa. After spending time on those beaches, you'll settle into Bicheno for the night, a relaxed township known for its little penguins.
Included Activities
- Walk in Cataract Gorge nature reserve
- Scenic drive to East Coast
- Walk along Bay of Fires/Larapuna beaches
- Learn about cultural significance of Larapuna for Tasmanian aboriginal people/palawa
Landmarks/POIs Cataract Gorge Bay of Fires Larapuna St Helens - Day 5
Freycinet National Park to Hobart
Freycinet National Park is your destination for this final day. You can relax on white-sand beaches or choose from several walking options like heading to Wineglass Bay beach or its lookout point. For something more challenging, the Mt Amos climb offers panoramic views over pink granite mountains, secluded coves, and coastal bushlands. Stop at Cape Tourville lighthouse overlooking the Tasman Sea, then follow the Great Eastern Drive back to Hobart where your Tasmania tour ends.
Included Activities
- Explore Freycinet National Park
- Walk to Wineglass Bay beach or lookout
- Visit Cape Tourville lighthouse
Optional Activities
- Challenging climb to Mt Amos summit for panoramic views
Landmarks/POIs Freycinet National Park Wineglass Bay Mt Amos Cape Tourville
