7-Day Tasmania Cycling and Walking Trip from Launceston to Hobart

Discover the regional beauty of Tasmania on this 7-day journey as you cycle and walk the stunning East Coast.

The seven day trip from Launceston to Hobart offers a truly diverse range of landscapes including rural villages and farms, the bluffs and peaks of Ben Lomond plateau and the dramatic and serene coastal beauty of the east coast. Accommodation each night will be in cabins and camping.

Daily riding distances range from 30 kms to 80 kms with the support vehicle providing refreshments and the option of completing as many or as few kilometres as you please. Fill your lungs with fresh air, blow away the cobwebs and join this great Tasmanian cycling adventure that charges your senses with experiences of natural beauty, rugged coastlines, abundant wildlife and charming villages.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Meet at 9:00am at the Arthouse Hostel, 20 Lindsay St, Launceston

Departure Time:

• 9:00am

Return Details:

Tour concludes at approximately 5:00pm in Hobart on Day 7

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Experienced Guides
• National Park Fees
• Use of bike, helmets, handle bar bag and water bottle for cycling
• 4 nights multi-share cabins and 2 nights camping
• All meals
• Use of sleeping bag, waterproof jacket and overpants
• Support vehicle to carry all personal clothing and equipment
• Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Exclusions:

• Clothing and equipment, as listed under additional information (some equipment is available for hire, $15 for walking poles, $20 for day pack)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Maximum group size of 10 passengers
• Trip Grading: Easy to Moderate Easy Cycling - gently undulating or flat terrain, less than 50 kilometers (31 miles). Moderate Cycling - some gentle uphills and some short steep gradients, over 50 kilometers (31 miles) available. Steep gradients can be avoided by bus transfer.
• Weather: The above itinerary should be seen as a guide only. Weather conditions normally remain stable over much of the summer, but it is important to note that weather can change rapidly in Tasmania and as such, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances may cause the content of the trip to be altered or delayed. Your safety and enjoyment are paramount at all times.
• Trip Prerequisites: Although having ridden a bicycle recently is an advantage, it is not essential and the guides will be there to assist and guide you. Fitness, however is important and cycling or walking on a regular basis prior to the trip will be beneficial.
• Health and Fitness Requirements: We require you to be in reasonably good health.
• Gear List - What to Bring: The equipment list below must be carefully followed and will provide the basis for preliminary gear check. Several of the following items are available for hire in Tasmania .Most outdoor shops will be able to provide extra advice in selecting any new clothing and equipment for this list. A deck of cards, a small musical instrument, a portable game or a good book is a valuable addition to the equipment list.
• Please Note: Remember that you will need some money for the cycle trip to cover refreshments, admission fees, gifts, curios, etc.. enroute. Approximately $100 should be sufficient. If you are relying on bankcards we recommend that cash be withdrawn in Launceston as outlets on the east coast are rare.
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Clothing

• Windproof / waterproof rain jacket with hood
• Jumper (sweater) or tracksuit top
• 2 Lightweight long sleeved shirts. Consider bright colors for increased visibility to other road users.
• 2-4 T-shirts, bright colors also
• Thermal shirt/singlet (optional)
• Thermal longjohns (optional)
• 1 pair ordinary shorts
• 1 pair cycling shorts (optional) for more comfortable riding
• 1 pair loose cotton/tracksuit trousers
• 4 pair light/medium weight socks
• 2 pairs sportshoes - 1 pair for riding and 1 pair of casual wear
• 1 pair cycling shoes (optional)
• 1 pair of thongs (flip flops - optional)
• Sun cap with peak and neck flap type to fit under helmet
• Gloves - for chilly mornings and also as protection from sunburn
• Woolen/thermal hat (optional)
• Underwear - sufficient for trip
• Swimming costume
• Towel, large
• Towel hand/face (optional) handy to carry with you whilst cycling
• Personal toiletries
• Sun protection cream and lip balm
• Insect repellent
• Casual wear for evenings
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Other Equipment

• Daypack
• Sunglasses
• Lightweight torch, spare batteries and bulb (optional)
• Camera and film (optional)
• Duffle bag, large overnight bag or rucksack to store all your personal clothing and equipment
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Please Note: When making your booking, please ensure you note (in the Special Requirements field) of your height in order to obtain the correct size of bicycle.

IMPORTANT:

• Please advise if you have any medical conditions
• Please advise if you have any special dietary requirements
• Children aged 9 years and under are not permitted.
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Itinerary:

Day 1. Time approx 8hrs cycling - Distance up to maximum 63km 
Overnight: Ben Lomond

You'll be picked up from your accommodation between 8.30am and 9am and transferred to a pre-departure briefing at The Arthouse Hostel in Launceston beginning at 9am. Your guides will present a general overview of the trip, conduct a gear check and provide the opportunity to hire/borrow any equipment/clothing that you may need. After loading the bus and setting up our bikes we cycle from Launceston through the rolling countryside to the historic town of Evandale.

After a delicious picnic lunch beneath the shade of the grand old Oaks, you'll continue south following the Macquarie River and passing the beautiful estate & gardens of Clarendon House. You'll continue riding through the grazing country of the Fingal Valley where you will enjoy views of Ben Lomond National Park and Tasmania's second highest peak.

Day 2. Time approx 8hrs cycling - Distance up to maximum 77km       
Overnight:  Bicheno

Wonderful cycling opportunities continue as you journey further up the Fingal Valley & through the Eucalypt forests of the North East. Today's highlight is an exhilarating ride over the spectacular and steep St Mary's Pass down to the east coast with its dazzling aqua blue water and pure white sandy beaches.   We spend the afternoon cycling south along the coastline to the seaside fishing town of Bicheno.

Day 3. Time approx 8hrs activity  - Distance up to maximum 55km (plus Wineglass Bay walk)       
Overnight:  Bicheno                                      

Today's destination is the Freycinet Peninsular National Park. You'll cycle from Bicheno into the busy tourist hub of Coles Bay, a fast growing seaside town in a spectacular setting. You will head straight into the National Park and explore the natural beauty of the area. You'll walk to the Wineglass Bay Lookout where you'll have spectacular view of the beach below and the pink granite rocks of The Hazards Mountain Range. Continuing on down to the beach is optional for the group - perhaps a great opportunity for a refreshing swim!   At the end of our day in the National Park you will return by vehicle to Bicheno.

Day 4. Time 8hrs - Distance up to maximum 70km 
Overnight:  Orford/Triabunna

This morning you'll continue to ride south enjoying the spectacular scenery of Tasmania's coastline and the first glimpse of Maria Island National Park. You'll finish today's ride at Triabunna a small port town and also the gateway to tomorrow's destination - Maria Island.  

Day 5 & 6. Maria Island NP
Overnight:  Maria Island - Camping

Today you will catch the ferry to the secluded Maria Island National Park. Over the next two days you'll spend time exploring Maria Island, taking in its vast history and the natural wonders scattered all over the island on foot and by bike. You will see the unusual sandstone formations of the painted cliffs and visit Aboriginal middens. In the south of the island you'll see the beautiful pristine beaches of Chinaman's Bay and the isthmus. You will also have the option of climbing either Bishop and Clerk Mountain or the amazing Mount Maria, the tallest mountain on the island which has a mini alpine area of vegetation right at its summit; this is extremely rare in coastal regions.   
The fascinating history of the island is as diverse and substantial as its wildlife. This industrial history includes everything from vineyards to cement works but the most interesting is the convict history. There are many ruins from penal days including cell blocks, commandant's cottages and windmill sites.

Day 7. Time-approx 8hrs - Distance up to maximum 70km 

Today you will leave Maria Island on the morning ferry.  Rejoin your vehicle and head to Hobart.  On arrival, you will drive to the 1270 metre summit of Mt Wellington where you will be provided with fantastic views of the lower Derwent River system, Hobart and its surrounds. Distant ports such as the Tasman Peninsula, far away Precipitous Bluff and many peaks of the wonderful South West are also visible in clear weather.

After lunch enjoy an exhilarating ride all the way down the mountain and into Hobart where your trip will conclude. Your guides will drop you off at your accommodation (arranged by you) in Hobart at approx 5pm.

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