Tassie's East Coast Highlights
Tassie's East Coast Highlights
$1835
Tassie's East Coast Highlights
5 Days Starting in Launceston, Australia and ending in Hobart, Australia
Visiting: Launceston, Bicheno, Hobart, Port Arthur
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FLHH24
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
16-
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Tasmania's East Coast with the "Tassie's East Coast Highlights" tour. This guided holiday offers a blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue, starting in Launceston and concluding in Hobart. Experience the vibrant hues of Freycinet National Park, the charming Georgian architecture of Richmond, and the poignant history of the Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage location. Delight in the sensory wonders of Bridestowe Lavender Estate and the adorable sight of little penguins in Bicheno. Enjoy comfortable accommodations at Best Western Plus Launceston, Beachfront at Bicheno, and Best Western Hobart. With a specialist team of a Travel Director and Driver Guide, this tour ensures a seamless and enriching experience. Please note, flights and airport transfers are not included. Whether you're drawn to nature or history, this tour promises unforgettable memories.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Launceston
Location: Launceston
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Launceston
You don’t have to arrive early into Launceston, but we highly recommend you do. Time on your side? Walk the short distance to Cataract Gorge, home to the longest single-span chairlift in the world. It’s quite the ride, taking you up high into this intensely beautiful, and spiritual, place. Otherwise, meet your Travel Director and fellow Tassie companions for a drink in the evening.
Day 2: Launceston - Bicheno
Location: Bicheno
Accommodation Name: Beachfront at Bicheno
Meals Included: Dinner
Bridestowe is an assault on all your senses – in the best possible way. See the contoured rows contrasted against the rich red volcanic soils backdropped by the horizon-wide sky and when in flower (late Spring to early Summer) the rich purple tones add a whole other dimension. Then the musky aroma of the flowers, which has an instant calming effect. And the taste, beyond anything you ever imagined – try a lavender ice-cream, jams and teas, and thank us later. It’s a tasty entrée to the Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees, sculpted into World War One soldiers. Come dusk in Bicheno, sign up to spot tuxedoed little penguins waddle to shore from the water. Touring Tasmania doesn’t get any cuter than this.
Day 3: Bicheno - Hobart
Location: Hobart
Accommodation Name: Best Western Hobart
The colours at Freycinet National Park are so vivid you’ll think someone has taken the glasses off your nose and cleaned them for the first time: The patchwork of ocean blues that lap Coles Bay. The dramatic pink granite cliffs. There’s a reason why Freycinet adventures star on postcards. The other place on postcards is Richmond, its grand 1820s Georgian buildings today home to bijou boutiques, galleries and cafés that appear to be lost in time. Your last stop for the day is to the shores of the Derwent River where local palawa will welcome you to country and show off some local bush tucker.
Day 4: Port Arthur Historic Site
Location: Port Arthur
Accommodation Name: Best Western Hobart
Port Arthur has a grim but extraordinary convict past. Your private tour, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, of the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur Historic Site, its immaculately maintained buildings scattered over green pastures that fade into the Southern Ocean, revealing the best-preserved convict site in Australia, and among the most significant convict-era destinations worldwide. The convict history is one part but you'll also see the dramatic geological features of the Tasman's Arch and Devils Kitchen that exist on the Tasman Peninsular.
Day 5: Farewell From Hobart
Location: Hobart
Short and sweet and packed with highlights – this Tasmania tour is sure to inspire future travels.
What's Included
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Specialist Team
A specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide is included.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site
Entry to the UNESCO World Heritage Site – Port Arthur Convict Site is included.
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Comfortable Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation with easy access to city centres is included.
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Freycinet National Park Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to Freycinet National Park are included.
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Dining
The tour includes 4 Full Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, and 1 Farewell Dinner.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price.
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Airport Transfers
Return airport to hotel transfers are not included in the holiday price.
Accommodation
Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort. The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes: Best Western Plus Launceston, Beachfront at Bicheno, Best Western Hobart.
Mode of Transport
Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price. Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Launceston Airport. Day 5 – flights to depart anytime from Hobart Airport.
Dining Summary
- 4 Full Breakfast (B)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
Fitness Requirement
- Low level of fitness required
Flexible Holidays
- The hardest decision you have to make is whether to get goosebumps spotting Bicheno’s little penguins or have a leisurely night relaxing back at the hotel. Hey, do both.
Flight information
- Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price. Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Launceston AirportDay 5 – flights to depart anytime from Hobart Airport
Iconic Sites
- From untamed wilderness area like the Freycinet National Park to the World Heritage listed Port Arthur, Tassie is not short on attractions.
Natural Wonders
- Exploring Turrakana/The Tasman Peninsula, home to Port Arthur, gives you a front row seat to dramatic geological sites including Tasman's Arch, Devils Kitchen and the Blowhole.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat Water bottle Warm layers in cooler months Camera
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Tassie's East Coast Highlights tour?
The tour includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort, such as Best Western Plus Launceston, Beachfront at Bicheno, and Best Western Hobart.
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Are flights included in the Tassie's East Coast Highlights tour package?
No, flights to and from the start and end of your trip are not included in the trip price.
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What is the significance of the Port Arthur Historic Site visit during the tour?
The visit to Port Arthur Historic Site is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, supporting the conservation of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, which is the best-preserved convict site in Australia.
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What unique experiences are offered on Day 2 of the tour?
On Day 2, you can experience the sensory delights of Bridestowe, including lavender ice-cream, jams, and teas, and in the evening, you have the option to spot little penguins in Bicheno.
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What natural attractions are included in the tour itinerary?
The tour includes visits to Freycinet National Park, known for its vivid ocean blues and pink granite cliffs, and the Tasman Peninsula, featuring dramatic geological sites like Tasman's Arch and Devils Kitchen.
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What is the fitness requirement for the Tassie's East Coast Highlights tour?
A low level of fitness is required for this tour.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It is important to adhere to departure times while on tour for the comfort of everyone on-board, and to make sure no one misses out on the planned experiences. The coach will not be able to wait for you, and in some instances, if you miss a departure time you will need to make your own way to the next destination to re-join the tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
AAT Kings operated Guided Holidays have competitive single supplement rates available if you prefer to confirm your own room. Or we can match you to share with a guest of the same gender at no extra cost. If we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room at no extra cost.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 100 years
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We will email your documents to you approximately four weeks before your departure date provided you have completed your pre trip registration using the My Travel Portal. If you’ve booked through a travel agent, your documents will be emailed directly to your agent.
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AAT Kings requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of aat kings charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.