DESCRIPTION
View incredible scenery, join scenic walks and discover fascinating Tasmanian history on this 1 day tour from Launceston to Hobart! The tour travels through regional Tasmania past incredible landscapes with stops along the way at Wineglass Bay and the Freycinet National Park. Begin the day with a scenic drive along the East Coast before stopping at Campbell Town to discover the history of the Convict Brick Trail, Red Bridge and tree sculptures. Next is a photo stop at Great Oyster Bay Lookout before continuing onto the Freycinet National Park for some of the best short walks in Tasmania.
View Honeymoon Bay, Cape Tourville Lighthouse and breathtaking views at Wineglass Bay. With over 4 hours at Freycinet National Park, passengers can choose to walk down to the beach for a swim in the ocean and a picnic on the beach or explore the local flora and fauna on short walks within the national park. This day tour is great value for money transporting passengers between two cities and exploring regional highlights on the way. Book your seat on this day tour online here!
Inclusions
- 1 Day Scenic Tour from Launceston to Hobart
- National Park entrance fee
- Professional guides and interpretative walks
- Small, friendly groups
- Central Launceston Hotel and Backpacker Hostel pick up and drop off to central Hobart City Hotel/Backpacker Hostel accommodation
- Airport drop offs on request with prior arrangement
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- You may bring your lunch with you or You will have an opportunity to stop to purchase lunch/snacks to take along with you for your tour day. This stop is in a regional town at a local Bakery. The selection includes sandwiches, rolls, wraps etc. If you have special dietary requirements or prefer other choices, you may wish to come prepared with your own food of choice
Highlights
- Explore Freycinet National Park (4+ hours)
- Walk to the spectacular Wineglass Bay Lookout (moderate uphill walk 45 mins)
- Choose the option to extend your walk to the white sands of Wineglass Bay (longer walking option 2.5 hours)
- Visit beautiful Honeymoon Bay
- Take in the spectacular 360 degree views on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk (easy 20 mins)
- Enjoy some fresh oysters from Freycinet Marine Farm
- Visit historic Campbell Town and the Convict Brick Trail
- Treat yourself to the delights at Kate’s Berry Farm before returning to Hobart
- Check out the unusual convict built Spiky Bridge
Time
- Tour departs Launceston city centre at approximately 7.30am and returns to Hobart between 6-6.30pm (depending on your location)
- Available Thursday (01 Nov – 31 Oct)
- Tuesday & Thursday (01 Nov – 30 Apr)
- Free Hotel & Backpacker Hostel pick up service within the central city area at 7.15am
Duration
- Approx 12 hours
What To Bring
- Sensible shoes for walking
- A variety of warm and weatherproof clothing
- Hat & Sunscreen
- Large water bottle, snacks, lunch (or buy it on the day)
- Camera
Additional Information
- Children under 8 years are not permitted on this tour
- Requires good mobility and adequate fitness
- Minimum number of 4 passengers to operate. Tour vehicles range in size from a maximum seating capacity of 13 passengers or 20 passengers
- This tour is designed as an active day tour for travellers looking to maximise their travel time in Tasmania
- We expect that each traveller will have 1 large piece of luggage and 1 smaller day pack for for the day of travel. Please ensure that you can load and unload your own luggage
- Our tours are active and visit National Parks and wild areas that involve some walking. We focus on the great short walks of Tasmania. Although most of the walks are classified as easy, a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
- All tour participants will be participating in outdoor, active activities and therefore subject to the outdoor weather conditions of the day
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
