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A unique pleace and the only island State of Australia, Tasmania is often overlooked by visiting travellers. It has some stunning mountain ranges, incredibly beautiful and deserted beaches and restaurants that are difficult to beat. The vast open outback it is not, a compact, see it all and love the great outdoors it is. There is plenty to do and if you are a keen trekker then this island is a must.
Accommodation is generally in smaller, very friendly places where you are likely to meet the locals and become part of their everyday lives. This self drive tour covers all the key areas of Tasmania for those who dont have a million weeks but want to find out more about this intriguing island in a compact period of time. Enjoy all it has to offer and tell your friend.
Ask our expert Chris Hawkins about the 8 day Tasmanian Beauty
Chris HawkinsAustralian Holiday Specialist
Chris has backpacked, flashpacked and suitcased his way round Australia. His knowledge of this fabulous country is vast.
If you have any questions why not send Chris Hawkins a message or contact him directly on 0844 332 9363
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Highlights & Inclusions
- The fishing village of Strahan
- Cradle Mountain
- Launceston
- Freycinet National Park
- The Hazards
- Hobart
- fabulous scenery and wilderness throughout
DAY 1 - HOBART TO STRAHAN APPROX. 298km (185 miles)
Depart Hobart and travel northwest bound for the fishing village of Strahan. Overlooking the second biggest harbour in Australia, Strahan is the launching point for cruises on the magnificent Gordon River. This pretty little town still retains its heritage flavour with many new developments retaining Strahan’s historical and cultural charm.
ACCOMMODATION: STRAHAN – 2 NIGHTS
DAY 2 – STRAHAN
Today is free to spend at leisure in Strahan and the surrounding region.
DAY 3 - STRAHAN TO CRADLE MOUNTAIN APPROX. 150km (93 miles)
Departing Strahan, travel northeast to Cradle Mountain. Covering some of Tasmania’s highest country, the Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park, with its many lakes and mountain peaks, is famous for its magnificent alpine scenery. The Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park is listed by the World Heritage Commission as one of the most precious places on the planet.
ACCOMMODATION: CRADLE MOUNTAIN – 2 NIGHTS
DAY 4 – CRADLE MOUNTAIN
Today is free to spend at leisure at Cradle Mountain.
DAY 5 - CRADLE MOUNTAIN TO LAUNCESTON APPROX. 157km (98 miles)
Depart Cradle Mountain and travel northeast on your way to Launceston. Launceston is the ideal base from which to discover and experience the ‘essential Tasmania’ - historic villages, National Trust properties, wilderness, arts, crafts, country markets, national parks, spectacular coastline, breathtaking scenery and the internationally-acclaimed food and wine, grown locally in the clean and unspoilt environment of the Valley.
ACCOMMODATION: LAUNCESTON – 1 NIGHT
DAY 6 - LAUNCESTON TO FREYCINET NP APPROX. 295kms (183 miles)
Depart Launceston and travel southeast to Freycinet National Park.
Jutting out from the sea on Tasmania's east coast is the rugged and beautiful Freycinet Peninsula. Freycinet National Park consists of knuckles of granite mountains all but surrounded by azure bays and white sand beaches. The dramatic peaks of the Hazards welcome you as you enter the park.
ACCOMMODATION: FREYCINET NP OR SWANSEA – 2 NIGHTS
DAY 7 – FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK
Today is free to spend at leisure in Freycinet National Park.
DAY 8 – FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK TO HOBART APPROX. km ( miles)
Depart Freycinet National Park and return to Hobart. Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, is Australia’s southern-most capital city, a small and unspoiled bastion of European lifestyle in the southern ocean. Much of Hobart and its environs are reminiscent of England, with hedgerows and historic architecture abounding under blue, smog-free skies. Depart Hobart or stay on and perhaps try the fabulous Walk of Fire.
