Tassie East Coast Gravel Tour

Note

PLEASE NOTE: Cancellation fees apply. Please see below for more details.

Inclusions

ACCOMMODATION

• Launceston Grand Chancellor – 1 night
• Dales of Derby – 1 night
• Bay of Fires Bush Retreat – 1 night
• Freycinet Lodge – 1 night
• Piermont Estate – 1 night
• Spring Bay Mill – 1 night
• Lenna of Hobart Hotel – 1 night

MEALS

• Daily breakfasts x 7
• Top level dinners x 6
• Long lunch x 1

SUPPORT

• Ride support with safety focus paramount. Our Tassie ride guides will ensure that your rides are truly local and take in many of the roads less travelled. We recognise that no rider is the same and we ensure that no-one is left behind whilst Living the Ride with us in Tassie.
• Support van providing mechanical assistance if required.
• On road nutrition & hydration support.

TRANSFERS

• Daily en route transfers of all bike bags and luggage.

PHOTOGRAPHY

• Receive a gallery of lifelong memories with incredible images taken by Beardy McBeard on tour.

Exclusions

• Alcohol with dinner.
• Bike hire (if required). We can arrange for you at an additional cost.
• Refreshments at Café stops.
• In-room hotel charges.
• Derby Sauna.

Itinerary

Day 1

• Arrive in Launceston for the start of the Tour. There is an option for a nice cruisy Launceston loop ride (circa 40km) at 1pm, for those who are keen to get the legs moving and ensure your bike set up is safe and good to go.

Day 2

• Distance: 94km
• Elevation: 1878m
• Gravel: 78%
• We transfer early morning to the base of Mt Barrow which challenges Jacobs Ladder as Australia’s most iconic gravel climb. Having conquered “the beast” we will ride to the lush pastures of Scottsdale, for our 2nd adventure of the day - the North East Tasmanian Rail Trail. Our ride leads us to the historic town of Derby, transformed from tin mining town into a world-famous Mountain biking hub

Day 3

• Distance: 75km
• Elevation: 1310m
• Gravel: 70%
• Wild coastlines greet us upon arrival into Bay of Fires, renowned for its pristine white beaches, clear azure seas and granite rocks splashed in orange lichen.

Day 4

• Distance: 75km
• Elevation: 1450m
• Gravel: 47%
• Rolling out through the seaside town of St.Helens, we head towards the hills and the St. Helens bike trails.
• Of all Tasmania’s alluring seascapes, none magnetises travellers like Freycinet’s famous Wineglass Bay, regularly voted as one of the world's most photogenic bays – simply stunning.

Day 5

• Distance: 70km
• Elevation: 733m
• Gravel: 10%
• Todays journey takes us to the rugged beauty of Blue Stone Bay and the iconic Tourville Lighthouse, offering sweeping views of Tasmania's stunning East Coast. Along the way, we’ll make use of dedicated bike tracks and smooth "champagne gravel" roads.

Day 6

• Distance: 79km
• Elevation: 1400m
• Gravel: 61%
• After breakfast we will transfer to Triabunna, where we take the ferry to Maria Island, blending extraordinary landscapes with teeming wildlife and no permanent population.
• We will explore the colonial past as we cycle past historic ruins.

Day 7

• Distance: 60km
• Elevation: 1000m
• Gravel: 100%
• Get ready for a rewarding and adventurous ride, heading south towards the stunning Bangor Vineyard. Brace yourself for some challenging climbs, rewarded by breathtaking vistas as we emerge into the rolling pastures of Bream Creek.
• End the day with a well-deserved farewell long lunch at Bangor Vineyard, overlooking the tranquil waters.
• After our celebration, transport will be provided for both bikes and riders back to Hobart, leaving you free to relax and make the most of your Friday evening

Day 8

• Adios to Tasmania.
• Unfortunately, your riding adventure down the East Coast has come to an end, unless you wish to ride some of the spectacular gravel trails in Hobart

Options

Ticket Options

• Twin Share: Is priced per person and you will be sharing your accommodation with another member of the tour group.
• Single Person Supplement: Priced per person and will need be to selected in addition to Twin Share if you wish to have your own room.

Time

• Next tour date: 22nd February 2025

Departure Location

• Tour group meets at Grand Chancellor Hotel at 29 Cameron St Launceston at 1pm

Cancellation Policy

• Bookings made within 91 days or more: Will be subject to a cancellation fee of $1000
• Bookings made within 90 – 61 days prior: refund of 25% of cost of booking minus the cancellation fee of $1000
• Bookings made within 60 – 0 days prior: No refund available.

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice