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Walkway hugging the coast of Cape Tourville

Natural Beauty of Tasmania

Breathtaking views of Cape Tourville

Purple lavendar fields as far as you can see, Tasmania

In Bloom

See vibrant fields of purple flowers at the Bridestowe Lavender Estate

Boat moored at the marina with the street lined with sandstone buildings

Waterfront Wonders

Wander along Hobart's picturesque waterfront and soak up the scenery

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Freycinet Escape

Launceston to Hobart
6 Days Request Quote
Trip Code: RTLH6
  • Trip Highlights
  • Map & Itinerary
  • Travel & Accommodation

Your Vacation Includes

  • Experiences in 8 destinations
  • Finest dining - a total of 9 meals
  • 5 nights hand-picked accommodation
  • Services of an APT Tour Director and Driver
  • Visit the Bridestowe Lavender Estate and sample unique lavender-infused fare
  • Admire the stunning coastal scenery at Freycinet National Park
  • Explore the fascinating Port Arthur Historic Site on a guided tour
  • Walk through Hobart’s famous Salamanca Market

Map & Itinerary

Australia/Tasmania Map 2021-23 RTLH6
Launceston to Hobart

Designed Exclusively for APT guests

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises

Arrive in Launceston, where we’ll meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Packed with a plethora of old country charm, delicious food and wine, as well as elegant Colonial and Victorian architecture, Launceston has one of the best –preserved early cityscapes in Australia. After checking in, you’ll be given the chance to explore this beautiful city on a late afternoon guided tour, before dinner tonight.

Stay: Launceston, Peppers Silo Hotel

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  • Dinner
Yachts moored at Launceston Harbour, Tasmania

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Today you'll travel through the scenic wine-producing areas of northern Tasmania en route to the Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Here, take a tour of the distillery and sample unique lavender-infused fare.

After visiting Bridestowe Lavender Estate, traverse Weldborough Pass and admire the views of forested hills and farmland. This evening, enjoy time at leisure.

Stay: Two Nights, Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge

Daily :
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

After breakfast this morning, you'll enjoy a guided walking tour along Cape Tourville, admiring the stunning coastal scenery. Tonight, savour a gourmet BBQ that showcases the finest regional produce, with views overlooking Coles Bay (weather permitting).

Daily :
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Visit the historic towns of Ross and Richmond on your way to Hobart. Later, arrive in Tasmania’s capital for a guided discovery which takes you through the city’s Botanical Gardens and heritage district of Battery Point.

Stay: Two Nights, Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor

Daily :
  • Breakfast

Today, explore the Port Arthur Historic Site, Australia’s most intact, evocative and notorious convict prison, on a guided tour. See the famous sandstone Penitentiary then visit the Convict Church and Separate Prison. You'll then step aboard a cruise around the Isle of the Dead and hear haunting stories about the convicts who were transported here from across the world and eventually buried at Port Arthur. Afterwards, visit the Tasmanian Devil ‘Unzoo’ and learn about their efforts to preserve the unique wildlife of Tasmania. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Mures Upper Deck.

Daily :
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Stone ruins at Port Arthur, Tasmania

This morning, walk the Salamanca Market and peruse the treasures of Tasmania at more than 300 stalls. Wander through the array of goods from hand-crafted jewellery and carved wooden trinkets to tantalising Tasmanian gin. Afterwards, bid a fond farewell to the Apple Isle. We say goodbye before we transfer you to the airport for your flight.

Daily :
  • Breakfast

From the Australian Outback and Europe’s waterways to the icescapes of Antarctica and far beyond, we won’t just take you there, we’ll immerse you in the wonders of each and every place you visit

Geoff McGeary OAM – APT Company Owner -