LAUNCESTON > BICHENO

We begin our trip with a walk through the tranquil Falls Gorge, Launceston. We then head north east to Tasmania and visit the seaside town of St Helens. From here it’s a short drive to the staggeringly beautiful Bay of Fires, with its turquoise waters, white sands, and orange lichen-covered rocks. If the weather allows it, you can swim

or simply walk barefoot on the pristine sand. We’ll take our time traveling south along the splendid Great Eastern coastline, driving until we reach the friendly fishing village of Bicheno, our home for tonight, and after dark you may wish to join a birdwatching view of the little penguins as they return from the sea to shore (own expense).

Night: Bicheno

FREYCINET NATIONAL PARK > HOBART

The landscape and colors of the Freycinet National Park are captivating. We got to the park early, before we got to the crowds up to the Wineglass Bay overlook. Choose a walk to your liking; the top of Mt Amos offers a challenging hike, or you may wish to descend to Wineglass Beach or simply relax on a secluded beach. Later we take the boardwalk to Cape Tourville, which is one of Tasmania’s “Great Short Walks” due to its stunning panoramic views of the Freycinet Peninsula, including Wineglass Bay and the pink granite peaks of the Hazards Mountains. We traveled to Hobart after an amazing day exploring nature at its best.

Night: Hobart

ISLA BRUNY

With stunning beaches, unique wildlife, spectacular scenery, and delicious local cheeses, honey, and oysters, it’s clear why Bruny Island is arguably the best day trip experience from Hobart. Today’s highlights include South Bruny National Park with its incredible views and a hike to Fluted Cape, Truganini Lookout, as well as exploring the pristine beach at Adventure Bay (hopefully we’ll see unique white kangaroos). This day is diverse, made even more special by our guide’s insights and narration, providing an authentic experience of what is a favorite destination for Tasmanian locals and visitors alike.

Night: Hobart

TASMAN PENINSULA

We’ll visit the charming colonial town of Richmond and then head south to explore the Tasman Peninsula. At the Pirates Bay viewpoint we will see the peninsula for the first time with Cape Huay in the distance. In Tasmania National Park, we’ll take in the spectacular coastal scenery and geological formations of Tasmania Arch, Devil’s Kitchen, and walk along the towering line of cliffs to aptly named Waterfall Bay, where waterfalls tumble into the sea from immense heights. From Remarkable Cave we’ll trek along the windswept coastline to the moon-shaped Crescent Bay with its jaw-dropping sand dunes and powerful ocean views; or you can choose to forego the walk to Crescent Bay in lieu of a cultural excursion to Port Arthur Historic Site (own expense) to experience one of Australia’s best-preserved sites.