5-Day Best of Tasmania Tour from Hobart

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Hobart to Strahan⌄

   We'll walk amongst some of the worlds tallest trees on the 'Tall Trees' walk finishing off with the star attraction - Russell Falls.

   Visit Australia's deepest freshwater lake located at the southern end of the World Famous Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park. Enjoy a walk or lunch by the lake.

   Located deep within the massive Tasmanian World Heritage Area we traverse the pristine Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and take in the dramatic mountain peaks and the breathtaking views of the rainforests.

   A quirky and fascinating town with a rich and rugged mining history with loads of wild west appeal.

   Overnight: Overnight at Strahan Retreat Cabin Park

2. 2Wild West Coast⌄

   After spending the evening in Strahan we have more time to explore the harbour-side village with a dark and fascinating convict past set on the edge of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

   Take this relaxing cruise into the world's last great temperate rainforest, deep into Tasmania's World Heritage Area. This scenic cruise takes you along the world renowned Gordon River. This is done as an alternative for our other days activities and done at your own cost.

   We visit this vast expanse of sand that extends 15kms along the coastline with dunes reaching 30 metres in height.

   Imagine standing on a beach, gazing out at the ocean and knowing that the next landfall is South America, over 10,000km away. Ocean Beach is over 40km's of wild waves and West Coast Sunsets. Here we breathe in the worlds freshest air!

   Based on a real event in 1834 'The Ship That Never Was' tells the dramatic and hilarious true story about the last Great Escape from Sarah Island. Optional extra.

   Overnight: Overnight at Strahan Retreat Cabin Park

3. 3Cradle Mountain to Launceston⌄

   Here it is! Tasmania's big-ticket item and every hiker's dream. Will you take on the climb to Marion's Lookout or opt to meander around the glacial carved Dove Lake? With luck we may see a wombat or two at Ronny Creek.

   Enjoy one of Tasmania's premier nature walks taking in both intimate and epic views of the famous mountain.

   This is a hikers paradise. Choose this walk for a challenging but scenic walk to Marion's Lookout for some breathtaking views.

   Time to explore this friendly and quirky town where history and art merge to create an entire town of murals.

   Overnight: Overnight at Olde Tudor Hotel

4. 4Launceston to St Helens⌄

   Enjoy time to explore the beautiful unique Cataract Gorge Reserve. This unique natural formation located just minutes from central Launceston has walking tracks, the world's longest single-span chairlift, a restaurant, cafe, a suspension bridge, panoramic lookouts with spectacular views, a swimming pool as well as native wildlife.

   A quick visit to the bustling fishing town to grab some lunch and check out the 'cray boats' in the harbour.

   Famous for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and orange lichen-covered granite boulders. If conditions are right then it's the perfect place for a swim.

   St Helens is Tasmania’s largest north-east coastal town, famous for the gateway to the stunning Bay of Fires. Set on the picturesque Georges Bay, it is renowned for world-class mountain bike trails, deep-sea fishing, and pristine white-sand beaches.

   Overnight: Overnight at Bayside Hotel St Helens

5. 5St Helens to Hobart⌄

   Here it is, the world famous Freycinet National Park. We beat the crowds by arriving early to explore this paradise. Walk to the lookout for panoramic views over Wineglass Bay. Then you can choose to relax at Wineglass Bay beach, or if you a looking for something a little more adventurous, choose the challenging climb of Mt Amos or take a beach walk.

   As part of our visit to the Freycinet National Park this lookout offers stunning views of Wineglass Bay.

   Enjoy the stunning views from Cape Tourville out to the Tasman Sea and back towards the pink granite peaks of the Hazards Mountains and Wineglass Bay.

   Pass through as we continue along the Great Eastern Drive.

   A quick stop at the popular holiday township.