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8 Day Wilderness and Beaches Package DEAL From Launceston

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$1,895 for 2 people/ twin share. INCLUDES: 7 Nights Accommodation + 8 Day Car Hire + National Parks Pass (Upgrades and our recommended bucket-list experiences can be included)

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If you love the wilderness and beaches, this is the package for you! 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 awesome package starts and ends in Launceston or you can choose to book from Hobart here.

To go ahead and book this package deal, simply Check Availability below and select your desired travel dates, choose to stay in 3-star or 4-star accommodation, pick your car hire and choose any extra handpicked experiences. All our deals also include a bonus Tasmanian National Parks Pass, and a full day-by-day itinerary designed with love by one of our Tasmanian travel experts.

Walk around beautiful and ancient Dove Lake in stunning Cradle Mountain National Park.

Glide across Australia’s second largest harbour and down the majestic Gordon River.

Hike to experience Wineglass Bay, awarded the most beautiful beach in the world.

What you get

This package includes hand-picked 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. Plus you only need to pay 25% deposit upfront to secure the package and the remainder is due once everything is confirmed.

8 days Car Hire Includes unlimited kilometres, taxes, Loss Damage Waiver & 3rd Party insurance

7 nights accommodation We find you the best pillows to sleep on

National Parks Pass This allows you entry to experience Tasmania's world-class national parks

Fully detailed itinerary We provide you a beautifully presented day by day itinerary

Local knowledge Being local, we supply the best hints, tips and secrets

Access to our Concierge Team You can call or email us with any questions

Optional: 4-Hour Wineglass Bay Cruise Incl. Lunch (optional add on) Enjoy breathtaking scenery of Wineglass Bay with award winning Wineglass Bay Cruises

Optional: 5 hr Gordon River Cruise (optional add on) Explore Unesco World Heritage with one of Tasmania's Best Cruises

Optional: Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (optional add on) Explore one of the 11 UNESCO World Heritage-listed Australian Convict Sites

1 x Carry-on Suitcase Delivered to your Launceston property for collection

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Day 1 - Arrive and explore Launceston

Cataract Gorge is a piece of wilderness just 15 minutes walk from Launceston. Here you’ll find many attractions such as the world’s longest single span chairlift.

Day 2 - Explore Cradle Mountain

Tamar River stretches from the city of Launceston to the Bass Strait in northern Tasmania, but it is not a river. It’s actually a saline and tidal estuary.

Day 3 - Head to the Wild West

Cradle Mountain is a part of – Lake St. Clair National Park – one of 5 parks that form the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage. Image Source: Pierre Destribats

Day 4 - Explore Strahan (optional Gordon River Cruise)

Gordon River Cruises is an award winning wilderness experience in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

Day 5 Head to Hobart

Mt Field National Park is located just just 80 km from capital city Hobart. It is a home of Tasmania’s best know Russell Falls.

Day 6 - Explore Hobart

View Hobart from the Mt. Wellington lookout, far above the city. It is a spectacular view showcasing the area.

Day 7 - East Coast

Orford is a popular coastal township on part of the Great Eastern Drive. Go for a swim, take a walk along a beach, or visit a nearby winery the east coast is famous for.

Day 8 - Back to Launceston

Wineglass Bay is part of the Freycinet Peninsula, an outcrop of wild, pristine coast land on Tasmania’s east coast. Image Source: Tourism Australia & Hugh Stewart

8 Day Wilderness and Beaches Package DEAL From Launceston

8 days - Tour Package

Day 1 - Arrive and explore Launceston

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 should be (Studio or Motel Spa room) or similar
4 star: The Mercure (superior room)or similar

Day 2 - Explore Cradle Mountain

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 Accommodation: Lemonthyme Wilderness Retreat Wilderness Chalet with Spa Bath plus breakfast for 2 people, Moina – 35 mins from Cradle Mountain or similar

Upgrade to Cradle Mountain Hotel available on request

Day 3 - Head to the Wild West

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)

Day 4 - Explore Strahan (optional Gordon River Cruise)

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)

Day 5 Head to Hobart

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)

Day 6 - Explore Hobart

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)

Day 7 - East Coast

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

Day 8 - Back to Launceston

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.

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8 Day Wilderness and Beaches Package DEAL From Launceston

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