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Tasmania is an island roughly the size of West Virginia or Switzerland, located 240 km off the south-east corner of mainland Australia. Next stop south is Antarctica, 2000 km away.

Encircled by the Southern Ocean, Tasman Sea and Bass Strait, Tasmanians breathe the world's cleanest air and rejoice in pure water and fertile soils - our wine and food are acclaimed around the world. Tasmania is a land of dramatic coastlines, rugged mountains, tall forests and sparkling highland lakes. Over a third of the state is reserved in a network of National Parks and the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, a refuge and habitat for rare plants and animals, including survivors of the ancient southern super continent, Gondwana.

Cycling on Tasmania's east coast is one of Australia's truly spectacular coastal journeys. On this extraordinary cycle tour, you'll coast along peninsulas with pristine white beaches, pass quaint colonial villages and challenge your perspective. See pristine, sandy beaches, breathtaking ocean views, relict rainforest, fossil-filled cliffs, azure waters, pink granite peaks and famous national parks. Savour superb food and delicious wines along the way to tempt any gourmet.

Completely different from the rugged mountainous west coast, the east is blessed with a calmer, mild climate with ever-changing terrain and scenery. This East Coast cycling tour takes you through a temperate natural paradise nearly 300km from north to south.

Daily itinerary in brief:

Day One: Arrive Launceston
Overnight: Launceston (hotel)
Meals: dinner

Day Two: Launceston to St Helens
Cycling distance: 60km-120km
Overnight: St Helens (hotel)
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day Three: St Helens to Swansea via Coles Bay
Cycling distance: 75km
Overnight: Swansea boutique motel
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day Four: Swansea to Coles Bay and Freycinet National Park
Cycling distance: approximately 40km
Overnight: Swansea boutique motel
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day Five: Swansea to Port Arthur then Hobart
Cycling distance: approximately 60km
Overnight: Hobart (city hotel)
Meals: breakfast, lunch

Day Six: Hobart and surrounds, back to Hobart
Cycling distance: approximately 30km (plus an additional optional 21km down Mt Wellington).
Overnight: Hobart (city hotel)
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day Seven: Departure Day
Airport transfers available until 12.00pm (noon).
Meals: breakfast

Included In Price

- 6 nights accommodation in 3.5 – 4.5 star rated accommodation houses (twin or double share with private bathroom)
- 6 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 2 dinners
- Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Tour leader
- National Parks fees
- Support van and custom built luggage and bike trailer
- Comprehensive trip notes and maps
- Lots of great local knowledge

Location

Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Participant Guidelines

- Helmets are compulsory

Price Valid For

Prices: $2,495 per person twin/double share (two people traveling together); $680 single supplement.

Booking Notes

Tours depart from: Launceston and finish in Hobart.

Arrange to arrive into Launceston on day one of this itinerary and check in to the hotel as per the itinerary at your leisure after 2pm. If your flight arrives on day one between 12pm - 5pm, let us know and we'll provide a complimentary airport pick up.

Bike Hire: Road touring bikes including: 21 gear, rigid forks, front handlebar bag, flat pedals (toe clips available, or bring your own pedals and shoes) and helmet and available for hire. Price: $190 per bike (for 7 days) .

Or you can opt for a faster road racing bike with drop bars for $290 per trip. Please contact us to discuss your requirements for this option.

For this trip, we can also also a drop bar road bike more like a lighter racing bike for $240 for the duration of the trip. This includes a helmet if you do not wish to bring one, and a front handlebar bag if required.

Dates & Prices:
5 - 11 October 2010* AUD$ 2495 twin/double share* AUD$ 3175 single room*
6 - 12 November 2010 AUD$ 2495 twin/double share AUD$ 3175 single room
12 - 18 February 2011 AUD$ 2495 twin/double share AUD$ 3175 single room
19 - 25 March 2011 AUD$ 2495 twin/double share AUD$ 3175 single room
* Please note, the Post-2010 World Championships 7 day Tasmania tour has a different itinerary and inclusions than this trip.

Departure Time

Time determined upon booking

Session Length

7 days and 6 nights

Numbers on the day

6-16

Weather Exceptions

Contact operator in case of bad weather.

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