Tasmania tours
Small group nature based Tasmania tours for backpackers and budget travellers start from Hobart, Devonport or Launceston.
Depending on the tour you choose, visit Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair, Strahan, Bay of Fires, Wineglass Bay, Port Arthur staying in our own exclusive accommodation.
Tour Information
Tour Prices: (code: NTE3L)
Maximum Group size 21
- 1 November 2008 to 31 March 2009 AU$485
- Accommodation Options:
Hostel dorm AU$485
Hostel Twin/Double per person AU$545
Motel Twin/Double per person AU$715
Motel Single AU$920 - 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$510
- Hostel dorm AU$510
Hostel Twin/Double per person AU$575
Motel Twin/Double per person AU$730
Motel Single AU$965 - Local Payment: AU$12 Fuel Levy + AU$11 National Park fees
- Departure Days and Places
- Important Information To Read Before Your Travel
What's Included on Tour:
Experienced guide, accommodation, meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner), entry to Port Arthur Historic Site (including harbour cruise).
Photos from this tour
3 day East Coast Explorer tour (Launceston to Launceston)
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.
Tour Highlights
 | Exclusive AccommodationAdventure Tours owns the private hostel accommodation. |  | Bay of FiresWhite sands, turquoise waters and orange rocks. |
 | Wineglass BayHike to the top of Mount Amos for postcard views. |  | Port ArthurVisit the historic convict settlement (entry included). |
Itinerary
Day 1: Launceston to Bicheno
Leaving 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 (weather permitting). Tonight we stay at in the seaside township of Bicheno. After dinner, you’ll have the opportunity to see little penguins nesting (optional and at own expense). (LD)
Day 2: Bicheno to Port 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)
Day 4: Hobart to Launceston
We travel north along the historic Midland Highway, passing numerous colonial inns and quaint villages including Bagdad, Oatlands and Campbelltown. We make a stop in Ross, where you’ll see Australia’s oldest convict built bridge and have the opportunity to purchase breakfast (own expense). We’ll also see the infamous Ross Bakery, which is legendary in Japan and those in the ‘know’ will be in search of Kiki the witch! Arrival into Launceston is mid morning.
