6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania

6-Days Discovery Tour of Tasmania - Comfort Style

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Overview

Discover Tasmania in 6 amazing days. We'll begin at Hobart's famous Salamanca Markets then take you to the wilderness of the West Coast, Cradle Mountain, the Bay of Fires and Freycinet National Park on the East Coast, and the stunning Tasman Peninsula. Highlight activities include seeing Tasmanian devils at a wildlife sanctuary and the Gordon River Cruise. Wildlife encounters, Tasmania's wild places, and sharing stories about our island's history are essential parts of our tours.

This tour offers comfortable motel accommodation for a maximum of 20 guests. There are opportunities for short walks each day, i.e. around Port Arthur Historic Site, walk up to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, around Dove Lake, etc.

Our company is eco-certified through Ecotourism Australia. We are a local Tasmanian tour operator with nearly 30 years of experience. Our team is based in Hobart, and our guides are professional, knowledgeable and caring Tasmanians whose passions shine through.

Activity location

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
- Lyell Highway
- 7139, Derwent Bridge, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Vibe Hotel Hobart
- 36 Argyle Street
- 7000, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

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What's included, what's not

Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site and Harbour Cruise
Guided walks and guided commentary
National Park Fees
Advanced eco-certified tour
Gordon River Cruise with lunch
Entry to UNZOO Wildlife Sanctuary

Know before you book

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: HOBART > QUEENSTOWN

5 stops
Meals: snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Silver Hills Motel, Queenstown

Russell Falls

1h 15m
Admission ticket included

Departing Hobart/nipaluna, we quickly begin to venture into the rugged Western Wilds. Our first stop in the rainforests of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area is to see the beautiful Russell Falls in Mount Field National Park.

Lake St. Clair

1h
Admission ticket included

As we continue west and climb into the alpine region, we’ll stop at Australia’s deepest freshwater lake, Lake St Clair.

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park

2h 30m
Admission ticket included

Scenes of mountains and buttongrass plains abound as we travel through the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and stop to see the tannin-coloured waters of the Franklin River and take a short walk into the lovely Nelson Falls.

Queenstown

As we near the historic mining town, Queenstown, take in the impressive views of the Iron Blow Lookout, Horsetail Falls and Mt Lyell. We’ll enjoy a group dinner and settle in for the night.

Salamanca Market

Before departing Hobart, we begin our tour with a visit to vibrant Salamanca Markets. Grab some breakfast on-the-go, and check out the local handicrafts and produce.

Day 2: GORDON RIVER CRUISE > TULLAH

3 stops
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight at Tullah Lakeside Chalet

World Heritage Cruises

6h
Admission ticket included

Departing from the harbourside village of Strahan, today we’ll cruise the Gordon River. This fantastic river cruise includes a guided boardwalk through the UNESCO World Heritage rainforest as well as a guided tour of the harshest penal settlement in Australia at Sarah Island. You’ll cruise through the treacherous Hells Gates which is a narrow passageway into Macquarie Harbour and enjoy lunch aboard the ship featuring Tasmanian produce. See the workings of a huon pine sawmill to further appreciate the history of this picturesque town.

Strahan

The Gordon River Cruise begins and ends in Strahan which is a picturesce harbourside village. Strahan is a gateway into the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. It sits within Macquarie Harbour and you'll be able to experience the lovely waterfront area before we depart to Tullah.

Tullah

On a clear day, this tiny township offers magnificent views of the rugged peaks of Mount Murchison. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a group dinner and relax in the lakeside chalet which sits on the shores of Lake Rosebery.

Day 3: CRADLE MOUNTAIN > LAUNCESTON

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Penny Royal Launceston

Cradle Mountain

5h
Admission ticket included

We'll travel from Tullah on the West Coast to Cradle Mountain National Park. Discover the alpine and glacial landscapes of Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park, part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Your guide will help you make the most of a diversity of options to experience around the park, such as looking for wombats at Ronny Creek and visiting Waldheim Chalet to learn about the Park’s history. You may wish to walk the outstanding Dove Lake Circuit - this 6km walk around the glacial lake beneath the peaks of Cradle Mountain is considered the best short walk in Tasmania.

Sheffield

Enjoy the Town of Murals, Sheffield, where brightly coloured murals decorate the buildings in town. This picturesque town is made even more lovely by the backdrop of Mount Roland which rises steeply from lush farmlands.

Launceston

Explore Australia's second oldest city at your leisure this evening.

Day 4: BAY OF FIRES > ST HELENS

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at Bayside Hotel St Helens

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Our first stop today is at Cataract Gorge Nature Reserve. We will take a walk through the reserve and keep a look out for resident wallabies.

St Helens

We'll enjoy lunch before visiting the Bay of Fires, then return for an overnight stay in this coastal fishing town in far North East Tasmania.

Bay of Fires

Today we will explore the Bay of Fires/larapuna. Clear waters, white sands and orange boulders are classic scenes from the Bay of Fires region, and you’ll love strolling along these pristine beaches.

Day 5: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK > EAGLEHAWK NECK

6 stops
Meals: snacks
Accommodation: Overnight Lufra, Eaglehawk Neck

Freycinet National Park

5h
Admission ticket included

Freycinet is Tassie’s East Coast jewel, and we make sure to maximise your time here. We have a number of things we see and do in this awesome national park, described below.

Honeymoon Bay

30m
Admission ticket included

See the stunning Hazards pink granite mountains from Honeymoon Bay.

Wineglass Bay

2h
Admission ticket included

Walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout for views of Tasmania’s most famous beach with its curved white shores and turquoise-coloured waters.

Cape Tourville Lighthouse

45m
Admission ticket included

At Cape Tourville enjoy panoramic views of the park and across the Tasman sea.

Eaglehawk Neck

We'll spend the night at our accommodations on Eaglehawk Neck, stopping at Pirates Bay Lookout on the way to view the expanse of the Tasman National Park with Cape Raoul in the distance.

Bicheno

Cruise by the Gulch and see the blowhole at quaint Bicheno. This charming seaside town is a delightful stop on the way to Freycinet National Park.

Day 6: Port Arthur Historic Site and the Tasman Peninsula

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Port Arthur Historic Site

4h
Admission ticket included

At the Port Arthur Historic Site, learn about the harsh life of convicts from the 1800’s at Australia’s best preserved convict settlement. Wander around the preserved ruins and colonial gardens and take a short harbour cruise to appreciate this open-air museum and UNESCO World Heritage Listed Area.

Tasman National Park

3h
Admission ticket included

Today you’ll also experience several sites and viewpoints on the magnificent Tasman Peninsula such as Pirates Bay Lookout, Tessellated Pavement, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch, Devil’s Kitchen and Remarkable Cave.

Richmond

We return to Hobart via the colonial village of Richmond. See the historic convict built bridge and heritage listed buildings in the tree-lined town. We'll wind our way back through the wineries region of the Coal River Valley before returning to Hobart where our tour comes to an end.

Location

Activity location

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
- Lyell Highway
- 7139, Derwent Bridge, Tasmania, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Vibe Hotel Hobart
- 36 Argyle Street
- 7000, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

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