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Cycle from North to the South of Tasmania Island in 9 days with a guided group.
Immerse into the incredible scenery of the stunning east coast of Tasmania.
Savour amazing Tasmanian food and wine, including experiences at special wine tastings and restaurants.
Cycle the North East Rail Trail and the back roads of Tasmania.
Enjoy riding with a small group, creating a fun and social atmosphere.
Discover the incredible unspoilt beauty of this pristine region on this fully guided gourmet cycling tour in Tasmania. Explore the scenic east coast from Launceston to Hobart with a special stop at Freycinet National Park. Visit wineries, oyster farms, wildlife sanctuaries, and stunning Wineglass Bay on this memorable adventure.
Tasmania is rightly regarded as one of the world's most pristine environments. Raw, unspoilt natural beauty and incredible fresh food, wine and culinary experiences await. Lonely Planet named Tasmania in the Top 10 Places to Visit in 2015 and the accolades haven’t stopped since. This tour is the ultimate combination of fun, stress free cycling, beautiful scenery and gourmet food and wine experiences.
Discover the incredible unspoilt beauty of this pristine region on this fully guided gourmet cycling tour in Tasmania. Explore the scenic east coast from Launceston to Hobart with a special stop at Freycinet National Park. Visit wineries, oyster farms, wildlife sanctuaries, and stunning Wineglass Bay on this memorable adventure.
Tasmania is rightly regarded as one of the world's most pristine environments. Raw, unspoilt natural beauty and incredible fresh food, wine and culinary experiences await. Lonely Planet named Tasmania in the Top 10 Places to Visit in 2015 and the accolades haven’t stopped since. This tour is the ultimate combination of fun, stress free cycling, beautiful scenery and gourmet food and wine experiences.
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East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive at Launceston
Arrive at Launceston (transfer included) where you’ll meet your guide and fellow travellers. Enjoy a group dinner this evening to get to know everyone, before a good night’s rest in Launceston.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Launceston
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Cycle to Scottsdale
On the agenda today is a gentle intro ride on the scenic Northeast Tas Rail Trail, with an optional visit to stunning Bridestowe lavender farm (seasonal).
Overnight Location: Hotel in Scottsdale
Distance: 35km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle to St Helens
This morning you’ll hop on a short bus transfer to the start of today’s ride. This section will have you visiting beautiful Lilydale Falls, and a local dairy farm (cheese tasting optional!) then riding to the pretty beachside town St Helens. Enjoy dinner with your group seaside this evening as you revel in the cool sea breeze.
Overnight Location: Hotel in St Helens
Distance: 40km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Cycle to Bicherno
Today’s ride is a stunning coastal trail to Bicherno, enjoying a beachside picnic lunch along the way. For wine lovers, an optional wine tasting is possible.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bicherno
Distance: 50km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 5 Cycle to Coles Bay/Freycinet Park
Ride to Coles Bay/Freycinet Park today, with an enroute wine tasting and lunch at stunning Devils Corner Winery. Check in to the luxury Freycinet Lodge and then meet up for a group dinner.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Freycinet Park
Distance: 55km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Rest day
Enjoy a rest day from cycling and swap out your bikes for shoes as you hike to Wineglass Bay, including a scenic boat transfer with sensational views. This evening you’ll enjoy free time before winding down for another night at Freycinet Lodg.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Freycinet Park
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Cycle to Triabunna
Today you’ll ride to Triabunna with amazing views of Maria Island on the way.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Triabunna
Distance: 55km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 8 Ride to Hobart
Ride to Hobart today via quiet and scenic back country roads and stop in at a historic winery to enjoy lunch to celebrate the end of your ride! This evening you’ll enjoy a farewell ceremony and dinner with your group and guide.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Hobart
Distance: 25km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Departure day
After breakfast, bid your sad farewells to guides and fellow travellers as the tour concludes. Transfers are available so please inquire at time of booking.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour Price and Dates
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Accommodation on East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour
This tour is based in quality accommodations along the route (4-star or equivalent). The standard rooms are double occupancy (with private bathroom) and include most modern conveniences.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour?
Meals
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners are included, as well as wine tastings at some of Tasmania’s best vineyards.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 8 nights are included. Pre and post tour accommodation can be booked for an extra charge.
Transportation during the Tour
Support vehicle and driver following at all times is included. Arrival and departure transfers are included as well (start and end dates of tour only).
Also Included
- Hike in Freycinet National Park with gourmet lunch, local guide and water taxi
- Wine tastings at some of Tasmania’s best vineyards
- Experienced, qualified ride with guide throughout
- Support vehicle and driver following at all times
- Transport to MONA on last day
- Souvenir lightweight t-shirt, environmentally friendly water bottle, luggage tags
Not included
- Getting to and from Tasmania
- Any flights
- Meals not mentioned as included
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Bike rental (Trek FX hybrid bikes or Trek e-bikes, with pannier bags, water bottles)
- Single room upgrades
- Pre or post tour accommodation
- How hard is the East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Australia?
- Are meals included on the East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Launceston to start this tour?
- Is the East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour in English?
- Where does the East Coast of Tasmania Cycling Tour end?
- Can I rent a bike?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Australia?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Australia?
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 4 / 5. This cycling tour in Tasmania is graded as intermediate to challenging due to some hills along the route, but it's designed to be adaptable to riders of varying fitness levels, with a support van always nearby. While prior cycling experience is recommended for maximum enjoyment, using an E-bike can make the tour enjoyable and achievable for a wider range of participants.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners are included, as well as wine tastings at some of Tasmania’s best vineyards.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly to Launceston (LST), which has direct flights via major Australian cities.
Yes, the tour guides speak English.
The tour ends in Hobart.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. You can choose from a high quality hybrid bike or e-bike.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the itinerary demands.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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