Itinerary
- Day 1
Hobart to Strahan
You'll get picked up from Hobart at 7:30 AM and head west into Tasmania's wilderness. This day covers three national parks back to back: Mount Field where you'll see Russell Falls and rainforest, Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair with its deep freshwater lake, and Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers featuring button grass plains and ancient forest. There's a stop in Queenstown to learn about the region's mining past, and you'll end up in Strahan by evening, a small harbourside village where you're staying the night.
Included Activities
- Walk beneath rainforest canopy to Russell Falls at Mount Field National Park
- Stand at edge of Lake St Clair in Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park
- Pass through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park landscape
- Stop in Queenstown to view mining history
Landmarks Russell Falls Mount Field National Park Lake St Clair Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park Queenstown 
- Day 2
Strahan
This is your choice day along the remote West Coast. You can either take a guided walk through rainforest out to Henty Sand Dunes, or skip that and join an optional Gordon River Cruise to see Macquarie Harbour and the historic Sarah Island penal site deep in the World Heritage Area. After sorting that out, you'll head to Ocean Beach, which is Tasmania's longest stretch of sand, and spend time taking in the Southern Ocean views from there.
Included Activities
- Visit Ocean Beach
Optional Activities
- Guided walk through cool temperate rainforest to Henty Sand Dunes
- Gordon River Cruise across Macquarie Harbour with visit to Sarah Island historic penal settlement (at additional fee)
Landmarks Henty Sand Dunes Macquarie Harbour Sarah Island Ocean Beach - Day 3
Strahan to Launceston
You're heading into Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park today. At Ronny Creek you'll watch for wombats hanging out in the alpine meadows. Then you get to pick your walk: either tackle the steep route up to Marion's Lookout for panoramic views, or do the easier six-kilometre loop around Dove Lake with the tall peaks as your backdrop. Later in the afternoon, you'll drive through Sheffield (it's got murals all over the place) and finish up in Launceston where you'll spend the night.
Included Activities
- Explore Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park with guided walking options
Optional Activities
- Steep track to Marion's Lookout for sweeping views over Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake
- Leisurely six-kilometre circuit around Dove Lake
Landmarks Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park Ronny Creek Marion's Lookout Dove Lake Sheffield - Day 4
Launceston to Bicheno
Start outside central Launceston at Cataract Gorge where there are scenic trails and you can spot wildlife. From there you'll head east toward the coast, stopping in St Helens, a fishing town, for lunch. Then you'll make your way to Bay of Fires (Larapuna) to walk along brilliant white sand and turquoise water, and the guides will share the cultural importance this place holds for the Palawa people. You'll end the day in Bicheno, a relaxed seaside town, where little penguins come ashore at dusk.
Included Activities
- Walk through Cataract Gorge scenic trails
- Stroll along Bay of Fires white sand beach
Landmarks Cataract Gorge St Helens Bay of Fires - Day 5
Bicheno to Hobart
You're at Freycinet National Park, one of Tasmania's most well-known landscapes. Climb up 1000 steps to reach Wineglass Bay Lookout for views over white sand and turquoise water. From there you can choose to head down to the beach itself, tackle the steep climb up Mt Amos for peninsula views, or just relax at Honeymoon Bay surrounded by pink granite peaks. You'll also stop at Cape Tourville Lighthouse for Tasman Sea views before driving back to Hobart along the scenic Great Eastern Drive.
Included Activities
- Hike to Wineglass Bay Lookout at Freycinet National Park
- Visit Cape Tourville Lighthouse
Optional Activities
- Continue down to Wineglass Bay beach from the lookout
- Climb Mt Amos for sweeping views across Freycinet Peninsula
- Visit Honeymoon Bay for more relaxed coastal experience
Landmarks Freycinet National Park Wineglass Bay Wineglass Bay Lookout Mt Amos Honeymoon Bay Cape Tourville Lighthouse - Day 6
Hobart
This wraps up your trip with Bonorong Wildlife Conservation Sanctuary where you'll see native species and Tasmanian devils. Next you'll check out Richmond, a historic village with remarkably preserved colonial buildings. After that, you'll pass through Coal River Valley and into Wellington Park (Kunanyi in Palawa language) where guides take you through lush fern gullies, tall eucalypts, striking rock columns, and boulder fields. From there it's back to Hobart with drop-off around 5:30 PM.
Included Activities
- Visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and see Tasmanian devils and other native species
- Explore historic village of Richmond
- Guided walks through Wellington Park (Kunanyi)
Landmarks Bonorong Richmond Coal River Valley Wellington Park
