Self Drive
A$3495per person
If you love the wilderness and beaches, this is the package for you! Starting and ending in Launceston, this tour will take you to our award winning beaches and coastlines such as, Wineglass Bay on the East coast and Gordon River on the rugged West Coast, as well as to our world famous Cradle mountain. This discounted package includes hand-picked accommodation (choose to stay in 3-star or 4-star accommodation), your car hire, your Tasmanian National Parks Pass, and a full day-by-day itinerary designed with love by one of our local Tasmanian travel experts.
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Including unlimited kilometers, insurances and taxes
We find you the best pillows to sleep on
This allows you entry to experience Tasmania's world-class national parks
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Enjoy breathtaking scenery of Wineglass Bay with award winning Wineglass Bay Cruises
Explore Unesco World Heritage with one of Tasmania's Best Cruises
Explore one of the 11 UNESCO World Heritage-listed Australian Convict Sites
Arrive Launceston and pick up car from Launceston Airport. Drive to City. Walks in Cataract Gorge which is 10 mins from the centre of town and be sure to explore Tamar valley ( famous for produce and cool climate wine)
Launceston Accommodation
3 Star: Adina Place/Tamar River Villas (studio apt) or similar
4 star: The Sebel Launceston (1 bedroom superior) or similar
Drive along the west bank of Tamar River, then cut across northern Tasmania to the UNESCO World Heritage area of Cradle Mountain.
Cradle Mountain Accommodation
3 Star Silver Ridge Retreat (1 bedroom cottage) – Property stay 35 mins from Cradle or similar
4 star Cradle Mountain Hotel (standard hotel) *includes breakfast or similar
Explore the many walks at Cradle Mountain National Park. Drive to the west coast village of Strahan. Stop at Henty Dunes and Zeehan Mining Museum on the way.
Strahan Accommodation
3 Star: Sharonlee Strahan Villas (1 bedroom apt)
4 star: Marsden Court (Studio Apt)
Enjoy the stunning Gordon River Cruise* as an optional add on – lunch Included. Drive out to Ocean Beach to feel the “Roaring 40s” and experience a wild, cool tempered beach at its best.
Strahan Accommodation
3 Star: Sharonlee Strahan Villas (1 bedroom apt)
4 star: Marsden Court (Studio Apt)
Traverse alpine region and drive through the old mining town of Queenstown and through to Lake St. Clair. Visit the ‘Wall in the Wilderness’ before stopping for lunch at the Derwent Bridge Hotel. Walk in the rainforest to experience ferns, tall trees and waterfalls at Russell Falls before following the Derwent Valley into Hobart.
Hobart Accommodation
3 Star: Bay Hotel & Apartments (Studio Apt) OR Waterfront Lodge (Motel)
4 star: Travelodge Hotel City (Hotel)
Spend the day exploring Salamanca Place and Battery Point. If Saturday, Salamanca Market will be in full swing. Drive up Mt. Wellington for spectacular views over southern Tasmania. Optional self-drive to historic Richmond – 20 minutes from Hobart.
Hobart Accommodation
3 Star: Bay Hotel & Apartments (Studio Apt) OR Waterfront Lodge (Motel)
4 star: Travelodge Hotel City (Hotel)
Enjoy an afternoon-drive up the east coast via Orford to Freycinet National Park. Stop at Spiky Bridge, Kate’s Berry Farm and Freycinet Vineyard on the way.
East Coast Accommodation @ Bicheno
3 Star Wintersun Gardens (Motel Room) or similar
4 star Apartments on Fraser (1 bedroom) or similar
Continue north of Bicheno along the Great Eastern Drive. Cut over the Elephant Pass and then through St. Marys and the Fingal Valley to join the Heritage Highway. Follow it to Launceston.
Drop off rental car at Launceston airport. Depart Launceston. Note: Can also depart Hobart airport.
3 STAR OPTION
Summer 2023 – $2,050
Autumn 2023 – $2,150
Winter 2023 – $1,895
Spring 2023 – $2,150
Summer 2024 – $2,250
4 STAR OPTION
Summer 2023 – $2,500
Autumn 2023 – $2,195
Winter 2023 – $1,975
Spring 2023 – $2,395
Summer 2024 – $2,595
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