East Coast Explorer

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East Coast Explorer
East Coast Explorer
East Coast Explorer

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 7 Day East Coast Explorer. A great passion for nature, history, culture and food defines this little island. Fall in love with the Tasmanian capital Hobart. Then head south to the World Heritage-listed convict enclave of Port Arthur before heading into the stunning wilderness of Freycinet National Park. The extraordinary Wineglass Bay will capture your imagination before you make your way from the coast to the riverside city of Launceston.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Hobart

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Launceston

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
Scenic
Trip Style
Trip Style

Land Journey

Budget
Budget

Premium

Age Range
Age Range

8-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

36

Guide Style
Guiding Style

Fully Guided

Itinerary

Welcome to Hobart and the Apple Isle. Your two-night Scenic Special Stay features splendid harbour views. Once you’ve unpacked, go for a stroll around picturesque Salamanca Wharf before a special Taste of Tasmania welcome dinner. (D)

Delve into Tasmania’s convict past with a visit to World Heritage-listed Port Arthur. Your guided tour includes a cruise past the Isle of the Dead for a fascinating insight into the lives and deaths of Port Arthur’s past residents, both convicts and free settlers. (B)

Today you'll depart Hobart for the breathtaking Freycinet National Park, but along the way you'll stop in Richmond and see the Richmond Bridge. Built by convict labourers in 1825, it's the oldest stone arch bridge in Australia.

Scenic Enrich: Visit the Tasmanian Wool Centre in the convict town of Ross. Your local guide will share stories of the town’s history and the influence of its first export – wool.

Enjoy your two-night Scenic Special Stay at your secluded lodge, overlooking Great Oyster Bay.

Scenic Sunset Drinks: Enjoy a glass of Tasmanian Sparkling as the sun sets. (B/D)

Explore the magnificent Freycinet National Park, where you’ll discover incredible natural wonders. Cruise on Wineglass Bay with its white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise waters and enjoy dramatic coastal views from Cape Tourville. (B)

Scenic Enrich: Discover the award-winning cheeses of Pyengana Dairy Company, reputed to produce Australia’s finest cheddar, and delight your tastebuds with a delicious sampling.

Journey from the coast via Legerwood and encounter a unique World War I memorial. Planted in 1918, 25 trees have been carved into sculptures of WWI soldiers. From there, it's only an hour before you arrive in the riverside city of Launceston.

Enjoy a two-night stay at your landmark hotel, itself forged from a heritage grain silo building. (B/D)

Visit Cataract Gorge, an oasis of wilderness on the South Esk River amid the urban sprawl of Launceston. Ride the chairlift to take in its beautiful scenic views and marvel at just how close this slice of rugged nature is to the city centre.

Scenic Enrich: Discover the grounds of Josef Chromy winery with a guided walk. This cool climate winery is well known for producing varieties of red, white and sparkling wines. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch with matching wines. (B/L)

It’s time to say farewell to new-found friends and the wonders of Tasmania.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

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