Essence of Tasmania
Self Drive Tour
A curious island at the edge of the world, Tasmania has a rich and varied landscape with World Heritage listed national parks displaying flora over 2000 years old, wildlife unique to the island, pristine lakes reflecting clear blue skies and verdant vegetation and gushing waterfalls. Add stunning beaches, amazing farm to table produce, and a rich and somewhat questionable history and you’ve an ideal land to explore.
Your Itinerary
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Day 2
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Day 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 7
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Day 8
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Day 9
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Day 10
Day 1 : Hobart
On arrival in Hobart make your own way
to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day.
Day 2 : Strahan (195 miles)
Following breakfast collect your car and
begin your journey. Enjoy the pristine
wilderness on the shores of Lake St Clair
before continuing to Strahan.
Day 3 : Strahan Gordon River Cruise
Cruise up the mighty Gordon River, with
its ancient Huon pines and magnificent
mirrored reflections. Step ashore at
Heritage Landing to walk in the rainforest
to see trees 2000 years old. See Hells Gate
and Tasmania’s salmon farms; enjoy
lunch while cruising to Sarah Island, then
walk amongst the ruins of this notorious
convict island.
Day 4 : Smithton (165 miles)
Take in the serenity of Cradle Mountain-
Lake St Clair National Park where
breathtaking landscapes are covered with
alpine flora; marvel at the views from
the shores of Dove Lake. Then travel via
Stanley, set in the shadow of The Nut, on
your way to Smithton.
Day 5 : Launceston (150 miles)
Tasmania’s North West combines
stunning scenery with great produce.
You’ve a chance to experience it today if
you follow The Cradle to Coast Tasting
Trail, designed to help you discover the
best artisanal producers this special
region has to offer, as you make your way
to Launceston.
Day 6 : Launceston
One of Australia’s oldest cities,
Launceston has elegant colonial and
Victorian architecture and century-old
parks. A short walk from the city centre,
Cataract Gorge is a slice of wilderness
right in the heart of town.
Day 7 : Freycinet National Park (125 miles)
Drive through the scenic wine-producing
area of northern Tasmania, cross the
Weldborough Pass and on to stunning
Coles Bay.
Day 8 : Freycinet National Park
A day to explore this stunning park, with
its sapphire seas lapping pristine beaches,
secluded coves and pink granite outcrops
it is a true delight; and nowhere more so
than Wineglass Bay, where the perfect
curve of white sand washed by sparkling
sea under a blue sky makes a mesmerising
spectacle and stunning photo. Enjoy an
included morning cruise.
Day 9 : Hobart (145 miles)
A short drive to Hobart to enjoy one of
Australia’s oldest cities, be sure to visit
the waterfront and Salamanca Place.
Day 10 : Departure
Return your car at the airport and take your onward flight.
