Hobart to Launceston via Wineglass Bay

An action-packed tour day travelling from Hobart to finish in Launceston via the world famous Wineglass Bay and Tasmania's stunning East Coast.  

We depart Hobart heading east then following the coastline north.  We travel through the seaside towns of Orford and Swansea as we make our way to Freycinet National Park.  Freycinet is one of Tasmania’s first National Parks, famous for its rich and stunning coastal landscapes.  Pink Granite Mountains form the backdrop for secluded bays, pristine waters, white sandy beaches, local wildlife and amazing walking trails.

As we enter the Freycinet area we have a brief stop at the Freycinet Marine Farm for anyone interested in the local oysters’ fresh from the surrounding pristine waters.  We walk as a group to the Wineglass Bay Lookout; this is a moderate uphill walk of around 60 minutes.  Once at the top you are rewarded with that world famous view of Wineglass Bay and the surrounding Freycinet National Park. Enjoy the moment, take in the views,  and let our tour guides help you with those sought-after photographs.  The walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout is one of the Great Short Walks of Tasmania and requires good mobility and adequate fitness.  It is 1.3 km uphill, before returning downhill.

From the Lookout you have the option to return to the start of the walk with our tour guide, or for the keen hikers you can choose to spend the rest of your time completing the walk down to Wineglass Bay beach.

Wineglass Bay Beach return walk – This is a 2.5 hr return walk and moderate fitness is required.  Our tour has ample time for you to do the full walk to Wineglass Bay Beach and return.  Once on the beach you can enjoy your lunch in this stunning setting, head into the water for a swim, or wander along the white sands.  This is one of the most rewarding walks in Tasmania in a truly stunning location.

If you prefer to walk to the Lookout and return, this is the shorter walking option, then we return from the Lookout with our Tour Guide and explore other areas of Freycinet National Park.  Visit Honeymoon Bay, Cape Tourville Lighthouse & Great Short Walk & Sleepy Bay.

We re-group ready for the return journey.  Our final stop on the East Coast is the stunning Devil’s Corner Winery, where you will have time to take in the magnificent view. On site you can enjoy a wine tasting, wood fired pizza, fresh seafood and oysters from Freycinet Marine Farm and ice creams all available at own expense on the day. 

Then it is onwards into Launceston arriving around 6.00pm.

We anticipate you will travel with 1 suitcase/travel pack per person, and your day pack for the day. If you have excess luggage please let our team know prior to  travelling. We have an extensive range of hotels that we pick up and drop off door to door. However, if your accommodation is not part of our selected range of  hotels/hostels, you will be picked up / dropped off from a central location.

Highlights

• Explore Freycinet National Park 
• Walk to the spectacular Wineglass Bay Lookout (moderate uphill walk (45-60 mins each way)
• Choose the option to extend your walk to the white sands of Wineglass Bay (longer walking option 2.5 hours return)
• Visit beautiful Honeymoon Bay 
• Take in the spectacular 360 degree views on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk (easy grade walk 20 mins)
• Afternoon break at Devil's Corner Winery site

Inclusions

• National Park entrance fee
• Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
• Informative tours and guided walks
• A small group limit of 20 people per tour
• Pick-up and drop off from selected hotels

Exclusions

• Meals, Snacks, Drinks

Guests will have an opportunity to stop enroute to the National Park to purchase lunch/snacks to take along for the tour day.  This stop is in a regional town at a local Bakery. The selection includes sandwiches, rolls, wraps etc.  If you have special dietary requirements or prefer other choices, you may wish to come prepared with your own food of choice. Lunch will be in a picnic area at Freycinet National Park.  Our afternoon stop at Devil’s Corner Winery offers fresh seafood & oysters from Freycinet Marine Farm, wood-fired pizza, coffee, ice-creams, wine tasting.  This stop is around 30 minutes in length at approx. 3.00PM in the afternoon and a good place to refuel and refresh before the return drive to Launceston.

• Airport drop offs not available

What to bring/wear

• A day pack
• Refillable water bottle
• Closed, sturdy shoes for walking (runners, sneakers, hiking boots)
• Sensible clothes for outdoor conditions (warm layers are a great idea)
• A waterproof jacket, just in case
• A sunhat and beanie
• Sense of adventure!

Special considerations 

Our tours are active and visit National Parks and wild areas that involve some walking. We focus on the great short walks of Tasmania.  Although most of the walks are classified as easy, a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential.  All tour participants will be participating in outdoor, active activities and therefore subject to the outdoor weather conditions of the day.

We educate all our guests on Minimal Impact Bushwalking and the Leave No Trace policy’s before entering our National Parks. We provide accurate interpretation and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimise negative impacts.