Hobart to Launceston via Wineglass Bay - Active Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Hobart

  We depart Hobart heading east then following the coastline north. We travel through the seaside towns of Orford and Swansea as we make our way to Freycinet National Park.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Freycinet National Park

  Freycinet is one of Tasmania’s first National Parks, famous for its rich and stunning coastal landscapes. Pink Granite Mountains form the backdrop for secluded bays, pristine waters, white sandy beaches, local wildlife and amazing walking trails.

  3 hours • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Wineglass Bay Lookout

  Inside Freycinet National Park we begin a series of walks and exploration of the area. We walk as a group to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, a moderate uphill walk of about 45 minutes. At the top you are rewarded with that world–famous view of Wineglass Bay. Take in the views and let our guides help with those sought-after photographs. The walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout is one of the Great Short Walks of Tasmania and requires good mobility and adequate fitness. It is 1.3 km uphill, before returning downhill. From the Lookout you have the option to return to the start of the walk with our tour guide and continue to explore other areas of Freycinet. Or for the keen hikers you can choose to continue the full hike Wineglass Bay Beach & return. All up this is a 2.5 hr return walk and good fitness is required. Once on the beach you can enjoy your lunch in this stunning setting, swim and relax on the white sands. This is one of the most rewarding walks in Tasmania to a stunning location.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Honeymoon Bay

  Prefer a more relaxed pace? If you choose to return after the Wineglass Bay Lookout, you will join our tour guide to explore more of the highlights of Freycinet National Park, with plenty of time to take it all in without the longer hike. We stop for lunch at Honeymoon Bay, a sheltered and picturesque spot with clear water and white sand. It is a lovely place to relax, enjoy your lunch and soak up the scenery before we continue on.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Cape Tourville Lighthouse

  After lunch we continue to Cape Tourville Lighthouse, another of Tasmania’s 60 Great Short Walks. The Cape Tourville circuit is a gentle, flat boardwalk trail suitable for most fitness levels, offering spectacular coastal views along the way. It is a great way to finish your time in the park, and our guides will be on hand to help with photographs.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Devil's Corner Cellar Door

  We re-group ready for the onwards journey. Our final stop on the East Coast is the stunning Devil’s Corner Winery, where you will have time to take in the magnificent view. On site you can enjoy a wine tasting, wood fired pizza, fresh seafood and Oysters from Freycinet Marine Farm and ice creams all available at own expense on the day. .

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Launceston

  Then it is onwards to Launceston arriving around 5.30PM

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
• This is an active tour and hiking is involved; a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
• We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimize negative impacts.
• We expect each traveller will have 1 x luggage, 1 x day pack. If you have more, please let us know.

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