It is wonderful biking country with fabulous beaches and magnificent mountains. We visit four National Parks where we will enjoy a close encounter with unique Australian wildlife. You will experience early colonial history and stay at the very best lodges in the State.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Hobart. Hobart is attractively located beneath Mt Wellington and straddles the Derwent River. There are many fine Georgian buildings in the city.
Day 2: Orford. A boat trip out to Maria Island, where a wide variety of native animals and birds are to be found, is well worthwhile.
Day 3-4: Freycinet. A beautiful coastal ride with a ferry trip across to Freycinet Peninsula and two nights in magnificent Freycinet Lodge.
Day 5: St Helens. A very scenic coastal road with no major hills.
Day 6: Scottsdale. Passing through impressive stands of eucalyptus and giant ferns, we stay at a comfortable B & B.
Day 7-8: Launceston. A rest day brings an opportunity to visit some local vineyards in the Tamar Valley.
Day 9: Sheffield. We cycle on quiet roads to our farm stay hosts.
Day 10: Cradle Mountain. Take a short walk around Dove Lake through magnificent mountain scenery.
Day 11: Tullah.
Through the rugged and isolated mountains of the West Coast to our lakeside lodge.
Day 12: Strahan. An attractive coastal village. The Gordon River cruise is well worthwhile.
Day 13: Lake St Clair. Our lodge is in Lake St Clair National Park, where you are most likely to see wallabies and much native bird life.
Day 14: Hamilton. We descend past several lakes and mountain ranges to open farming country, and stay in quaint stone cottages in the village of Hamilton.
Day 15-16: Hobart. We take a quiet back road through several attractive villages to New Norfolk where there is the option of cycling or taking the van for the last few miles.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price includes:
- 15 breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- 14 dinners
- Entry to National Parks
- Fully supported tour by comfortable mini van with a seat for everyone
- Purpose built trailer to carry bikes
- Knowledgeable friendly local guide
- Accommodation in mostly 3-star resorts, hotels and motels. Some 4-star
- Accommodation. An emphasis on individual, friendly lodges where available
- Dinner most nights
- Cooked breakfasts every day
- Picnic or café lunches some days
- Pedaltours cycling jersey or T-shirt
- Wine with final dinner, and wine and cheese briefings every 2-3 days
- Daily Maps, with profiles, one per cyclist, plus South Island map
Drink bottles, two
Price Excludes:
- Alcohol other than specified
- Flights
- Sightseeing other than specified
Cycle hire is an additional charge.
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Australia
Nature & Wildlife
National Parks
Bicycle Touring
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