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Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday: 5 Nights

From $$$ - 5 Night Tasmanian Example Self Drive Holiday

Overview:

Day 1     -              Hobart City & surrounds / Arrival
                                O/N Crowne Plaza (2nights)
Day 2     -              Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur Historic Site
Day 3     -              Richmond & Coal River Valley – Freycinet
                                O/N Freycinet Lodge (2nights)
Day 4     -              Freycinet & Wineglass Bay
Day 5     -              Freycinet – Launceston
                                O/N Hotel Verge Launceston
Day 6     -              Launceston – Hobart / Departure

Travel independently and explore Tasmania at your own pace. Booking with us gives you the peace of mind of having access to our team of local travel coordinators while on the island and getting all the insider tips on hidden gems, restaurant recommendations and local hot spots to visit while on tour.

Tour Highlights / Inclusions

• 5 nights of quality accommodation

• 6 Days hire vehicle (Midsize SUV or similar), unlimited km’s and standard damage liability of $ 3,000.00

• 5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch

• Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site

• Wineglass Bay Cruise

• National Parks Pass

Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday: 5 Nights

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Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 1

Welcome to Tasmania!
Upon arrival in Hobart take over your hire vehicle for the next few days.
Explore Tasmania’s capital city. You might like to explore the vibrant Salamanca precinct – close to Hobart’s waterfront and dock area it is famous for its artist studios, restaurants, bars, cafes, and local shops. On Saturday’s Salamanca is home to Tasmania’s own market / Salamanca Market. Nearby you find historical Battery Point with its little laneways, old seafarers’ cottages, colonial architecture, and historical ambiance.
You might like to take a scenic drive to experience spectacular views from Mt Wellington (weather dependent). The view from the summit stretches over Hobart and much of the state’s south, and the slopes are laced with walking trails.

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Meals: ---
Driving Distance: Hobart Airport – Crowne Plaza Hobart (Hobart CBD): approx. 18km
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hobart
Upgrade Option: MACq01 - Located in the heart of Hobart’s CBD your accommodation is within easy walking distance of the shopping precinct, Constitution Dock and Salamanca and offers a range of inhouse as well as nearby  dining options.

Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 2

Today is all about spectacular coastlines, fascinating geological features and World Heritage listed Port Arthur Historic Site. Take a scenic drive to the rugged Tasman Peninsula Access via Eaglehawk Neck, a thin isthmus once guarded by dogs to prevent convicts escaping. The coastal environment is home to the highest sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere and unique rock formations, such as Tessellated Pavement, the Blow Hole, Tasman Arch or Devil’s Kitchen. Visit Port Arthur Historic Site, a special place of vivid history, cultural heritage and compelling convict stories. We recommend you join one of the guided tours of the site and embark on the short Harbour Cruise.

Inclusions: Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site incl a 40-Minute, guided Introductory Walking Tour & 25-Minute Harbour Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: Hobart CBD – Port Arthur Historic Site: approx. 100km
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hobart
Upgrade Option: MACq01

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Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 3

After a morning at leisure travel to the historic village of Richmond, nestled in the Coal River Valley Wine region. Explore the old town or sample some of Tasmania’s cool temperate wines on one of the many local vineyards in the region. Continue your journey to Tasmania’s sunny East Coast and the Freycinet National Park, famous for Wineglass Bay.

Inclusions: National Park Pass
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: Hobart CBD – Richmond: approx. 12km
                                    Richmond – Freycinet Peninsula: approx. 160km
Accommodation: Freycinet Lodge
Upgrade Option: Saffire (Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and selected beverages)

Overlooking the blue waters of Great Oyster Bay and with the rugged Hazards mountain range as your backdrop, the location of Freycinet Lodge's accommodation in Freycinet National Park is second to none. Located inside the Freycinet National Park, just past Coles Bay, you will fall in love with this captivating escape in Tasmania.

Saffire Freycinet is Australia’s premier luxury Lodge, a gem of Coles Bay providing an authentic and immersive connection to the magnificent Freycinet National Park and Wineglass Bay in Tasmania. Detach from ordinary life and become truly immersed in every moment. (Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner incl selected beverages).

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Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 4

Explore the Freycinet Peninsula. Join the Wineglass Bay cruise to discover Wineglass Bay from a different perspective or do one of the many short walks in the area, such as the popular Wineglass Bay Lookout Track – with magnificent views over famous Wineglass Bay. If you feel up for it walk down to the beach, one of the top ten beaches in the world.

Saffire: You might want to take advantage of one of the many Saffire experiences – guided or at your leisure. Perhaps visit the Freycinet Marine Oyster Farm, Wineglass Bay Lookout Walk, The Tasmanian Devil Experience or even some kayaking and bird-watching? There is an option for every mood and every moment and give you the opportunity to engage and connect with Freycinet’s stunning natural wonders and attractions. 

Inclusions: Wineglass bay Cruise, National Park Pass
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Freycinet Lodge
Upgrade Option: Saffire

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Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 5

After a morning at leisure continue to Tasmania’s northern most and second largest city – Launceston. The whole region is packed who city and country charm, gorgeous old towns, excellent food and wine and beautiful scenery. The city itself is one of Australia’s oldest cities and offers one of the best-preserved early cityscapes in Australia with its elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture and century-old parks. Just a short distance from the city center, cataract Gorge is a slice of wilderness right in the heart of town and definitely worth a visit.

Inclusions: National Park Pass
Meals: Breakfast
Driving Distance: Freycinet Peninsula – Launceston via Midlands Highway: approx. 170km
Accommodation: Hotel Verge Launceston
Upgrade Option: Stillwater Seven

Tasmanian Self Drive Holiday - Day 6

Return to Hobart via the Heritage Highway, the most direct route between the two cities. The road follows the same route built by convict labour in the early 1800s. Just off the Highway you can find the historic towns of Kempton, Oatlands and Ross – each offering fascinating examples of early Australian architecture, and a charming collection of colonial homes and cottages. Back in Hobart, it is time to bid our beautiful island state farewell. Return to Hobart Airport.

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Meals: Breakfast
Driving Distance: Launceston – Hobart via Midlands Highway: approx. 200km

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Our Specialised Tasmanian Local Knowledge & Accreditation 

With more than 25 years of Tasmanian Professional Transport experience under our belt:

• we can advise of timing and length of trips for Tasmanian Roads and there conditions

• we can best advise you on local Hotel or Accommodations providers and where it is best to pick up or drop off from

• what are the must see Tasmanian attractions and locations that your group or couple etc has to visit while on their Tasmanian Coach Tour

• With only professionally accredited drivers transporting our guests, we provide a high level of safety and assurance fro all our Tasmanian guests that use our services

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Our Specialised Tasmanian Local Knowledge & Accreditation 

With more than 25 years of Tasmanian Professional Transport experience under our belt:

• we can advise of timing and length of trips for Tasmanian Roads and there conditions

• we can best advise you on local Hotel or Accommodations providers and where it is best to pick up or drop off from

• what are the must see Tasmanian attractions and locations that your group or couple etc has to visit while on their Tasmanian Coach Tour

• With only professionally accredited drivers transporting our guests, we provide a high level of safety and assurance fro all our Tasmanian guests that use our services

Tasmanain Private Group Luxury Car Hire