3 Day East Coast Explorer - Launceston to Hobart

The East Coast of Tasmania will leave you in awe with its beautiful beaches, lush forests and panoramic views from the top of towering granite mountains, learn about our colonial past at Port Arthur and admire the rich beauty of the Tasman Peninsula.

EAST COAST EXPLORER

TOUR CODE: PNTE3 HIGHLIGHTS :: BAY OF FIRES :: BICHENO :: FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK :: WINEGLASS BAY :: PORT ARTHUR :: TASMAN PENINSULA ITINERARY DAY 1 :: LAUNCESTON TO BICHENO Travelling northeast of Launceston, we stop at the sweetly fragranced, rolling purple hills of the Bridestowe Estate Lavender Farm (seasonal). Continuing through the changing landscape of heritage farms, rainforest and mining towns we spend the afternoon at the breathtaking Bay of Fires. Here you can take a stroll along the gleaming white sands or a swim in the clear turquoise water (weatherpermitting). Tonight we stay in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, you can choose to take a tour to see little penguins nesting (at own expense). (LD) DAY 2 :: BICHENO TO PT ARTHUR This morning we drive into the stunning Freycinet National Park for sweeping views over Wineglass Bay. You may choose to hike to Wineglass Beach via the lookout or for those more adventurous; a hike to the top of Mount Amos. Travelling south to Port Arthur we enjoy the stunning views of the Tasman Peninsula along the way. Tonight we stay at Pt Arthur. While there, take a spine chilling Port Arthur Ghost Tour for a glimpse into the historic past of this penal colony (at own expense). (BLD)

DAY 3 :: PORT ARTHUR TO HOBART We’ll spend this morning exploring the infamous Port Arthur Historic Site and take a boat cruise around the harbour. Next, we visit Remarkable Cave and a range of other sites on the Tasman Peninsula as we travel on to Hobart. (BL) BRING Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), swimming gear, hat & sunscreen, water bottle, towel & toiletries, torch, warm clothing in winter (waterproof jacket & pants), insect repellent, camera & film, motion sickness tablets. INCLUDED Meals as indicated National Park Entry Fees ($12) Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Fee including Tasmanian Devil feeding. Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site including guided Walk and harbour cruise. Hotel and Hostel pickups and drop offs NOTE All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twin/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE style (2-3 star ensuite). All twin/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking. Motel/ Lodge style may be located on different premises to hostel accommodation. Evening meals are BBQ style dinners, prepared by the guide (with passenger participation) and eaten as a group. Breakfasts are continental and lunches are picnic style. If you have booked your flight to depart Tasmania on the last day of tour, the flight must depart after 7.30pm.

3 DAYS
From - Adult $440 ($AUD) Valid between 01/04/14 - 31/03/15 ACCOMMODATION UPGRADE 2 nights private HOSTEL room with share facilities: Twin/Dbl: AUD $490 Single: AUD $590 2 nights private MOTEL room with ensuite: Twin/Dbl: AUD $570 Single: AUD $730 DEPARTS Launceston select accom 7:30am Apr, Oct: Wed Fri Sun May-Sep: Wed Sun Nov-Dec, Mar: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sun Jan-Feb: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun FINISHES Hobart accommodation early evening Day 3 MAX PEOPLE - 24 Valid till 31 March 2015
		Hikes up to 5kms per day (basic fitness required)
		Maximum 24 front facing seats, air-conditioned vehicle
	or	Generally 2-3 star standard with private facilities Dorm or Twin/Double rooms with shared facilities
Tours must be reconfirmed 48hrs prior to departure by phone. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal & extreme weather conditions, Traditional Owner and national park requirements. Luggage limit of 15 kg applies - backpack or soft bag.