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7 DAY EAST COAST EXPLORER


Bay of Fires, Tasmania

This seven day tour explores the east coast of Tasmania from Launceston to Hobart, visiting Freycinet National Park and the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur.

  • 6 night tour from Launceston to Hobart
  • Departures from Sept 2013 - May 2014
  • From $3,295 per person twin share
  • Remember this is the from price before any eligible discounts have been applied
  • Bonus 5% Discount off any Scenic Tour booked with Holidays Direct
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Scenic Tours 7 Day East Coaster itinerary          

Scenic Tours Ultimate Inclusions

  • All-inclusive touring
  • Small group touring
  • Well-paced, meticulously planned itineraries
  • Many 2-night stays
  • Scenic Special Stays including exclusive 2-night stays at Freycinet Lodge and Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
  • Scenic Free Choice Activities
  • Fully escorted by experienced and passionate Tour Director and Coach Captain
  • Knowledgeable local guides
  • Luxury 5 star coach
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • ALL TIPPING, GRATUITIES and PORTERAGE

DEPARTURES

 

Departure Date  
Departure Code
Price
Sep 2013
28
TDE280913
from $3,295
Oct 2013
26
TDE261013
from $3,395
Nov 2013
9
TDE091113
from $3,395
Feb 2014
1 , 
22
TDE010214
TDE220214
from $3,395
from $3,395
Mar 2014
8 , 
29
TDE080314
TDE290314
from $3,395
from $3,395
Apr 2014
12 , 
26
TDE120414
TDE260414
from $3,395
from $3,395
May 2014
10
TDE100514
from $3,295
* Prices are per person twin share from the relevant brochure. Contact us for any offers including Earlybirds. Refer to brochure for full terms and conditions.
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ITINERARY

Day 1: Launceston

Welcome to Launceston! On arrival at the airport you will be met and transferred* to your hotel located on the waterfront in the heart of the city.

Two Night Stay: Launceston

Day 2: Launceston (FB,L,D)

Today there is the opportunity to discover this picturesque city on your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE activity. Choose from: (1) a tour of Beaconsfield Mine, the Heritage Centre and Platypus House and Seahorse World; or (2) wineries tour in the Tamar Valley; or (3) private guided walking tour; or (4) Tamar River cruise. Tonight enjoy your Included dinner at the Levee Food Co. nestled in the heart of the Marina.

Day 3: Launceston - Freycinet National Park (FB,HL)

Depart Launceston this morning after breakfast. SCENIC ENRICH: Visit Yondover Dairy and be welcomed by the owners for a tour and sample their homemade goats’ cheeses. Then at Ledgerwood stop to see the historic trees depicting carvings of the fallen World War 1 soldiers they were planted to commemorate. Continue to the East Coast of Tasmania and the small coastal towns of St Helen’s and Bicheno. SCENIC ENRICH: Be treated to a delicious lunch at the Sea Life Restaurant with breath taking views overlooking Waub’s Bay. Then take a spectacular drive along the stunning East Coast to Freycinet National Park where you will enjoy two nights to discover this untouched coastal wilderness. This luxurious lodge has a spectacular waterfront location just inside the National Park overlooking Great Oyster Bay.

Two Night Special Stay: Freycinet

Day 4: Freycinet National Park (FB,HD)

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore this spectacular coastal wilderness area at your own pace. Marvel at the myriad of colours for which Freycinet is renowned - pink granite mountains, white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise seawater. Take one of the many walks from the lodge, including a walk to see the sparkling blue waters of Wineglass Bay, enjoy the lodge facilities or simply relax and watch the sunset colours blaze over the bay. SCENIC ENRICH: This evening enjoy a relaxing BBQ dinner on the deck enjoying delicious Tasmanian cuisine (weather permitting).

Day 5: Freycinet - Hobart (FB)

This morning we farewell Freycinet and continue on our journey as we visit some of Tasmania’s key historic townships. Stop to see the convict-built Spikey Bridge and take a step back in time on your Included visit to the historic town of Richmond, Australia’s most delightful Georgian village where you will see Australia’s oldest bridge, dating back to 1825 and built by convict labour. SCENIC ENRICH: This afternoon on your private tour of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, you will meet and learn the shy and elusive Tasmanian Devil.

Two Night Special Stay: Hobart

Day 6: Port Arthur (FB,HD)

A highlight today is your Included full day tour to the World Heritage-listed Port Arthur historic site, set on the southern tip of the Tasman Peninsula. Stop and admire the spectacular geological rock formations of the famous Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen in the Tasman National Park. SCENIC ENRICH: At Port Arthur, your expert local guide will take you on a private in-depth tour of this former penal settlement. You will then have plenty of free time to explore at your own pace and take your Included cruise around the harbour. Return to Hobart late afternoon. SCENIC ENRICH: This evening enjoy your dinner of sumptuous Tasmanian fare at the Drunken Admiral Restaurant to say farewell to new found friends, your Tour Director and Coach Captain.

Day 7: Hobart (FB)

After breakfast you will be transferred* to the airport for your onward or homebound flight (flight not included).

*Check transfer entitlements with your travel agent. For passengers who have already received documentation - refer to your booking summary.

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    Scenic Enrich

    Be welcomed by the owners of Yondover Farm and sample some of their delicious cheeses

    Be treated to a delicious lunch at the Sea Life Restaurant with breath taking views overlooking Waub’s Bay

    Be captivated by the view of Coles Bay whilst you enjoy your BBQ dinner of Tasmanian fare

    Enjoy a private tour of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, you will meet and learn the shy and elusive Tasmanian Devil

    Learn about the secrets of historic Port Arthur on your private guided tour

    Indulge in more fine Tasmanian cuisine at your farewell dinner at the Drunken Admiral

    Scenic FreeChoice

    In Launceston, take a tour of Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre and Platypus House and Seahorse World; or take a wineries tour in the Tamar Valley; or have a private guided walking tour; or relax on a Tamar River cruise.

    Scenic Dining

    11 superb meals including 6 Full Buffet Breakfasts (FB), 1 Highlight Lunch (HL); 1 Lunch (L), 2 Highlight Dinners (HD) and 1 Dinner (D)

    Scenic Highlights

    Relax and enjoy a two night stay in the spectacular Freycinet National Park

    Discover the historic township of Richmond and walk across Australia’s oldest bridge

    Visit Bonorong Wildlife Park and meet the elusive Tasmanian Devil

    See the amazing rock formations of the Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen

    Enjoy a cruise around historic Port Arthur Harbour