CYCLING tours IN tasmania
Lap of the Map Tour Overview
Our Lap of the Map of Tasmania cycling tour is a premium experience for the rider who is looking for a jam packed holiday visiting most of Tassie's iconic tourism locations. You wont miss much and it's perfect for non-riding partners as well!
Our 10 night |11 day experience includes a day cruise on the Gordon River, a ticket into the hilarious, interactive "The Ship That Never Was" outdoor stage production, a day trip to MONA, a walk up to Wineglass Bay Lookout at Freycinet National Park, a day at Salamanca Markets, entry to the amazing Wall in the Wilderness and more.
Cycling in Tasmania is an experience not to be missed if being rated the 2nd best cycling location globally by Lonely Planet is any recommondation.... and being locals, we know all the best places to eat, sleep and ride your bike across this beautiful State. It's a true cycling and cullinary experience of a lifetime.
The most stable weather months in Tasmania are December through to March but November be can be great too.
Private tours can be arranged to fit any budget and arranged for groups of any size upon request.
Private tours can be arranged to fit any budget and arranged for groups of any size upon request.
client review
Thank you for the great Tassie Tour that you so expertly organised for us in the West! We had such fun and enjoyed the way that you mixed up the riding with visiting places of interest. The restaurants were yet another highlight for us all! Thank you for taking care of me at the back of the pack, waiting patiently at every intersection to see if I would make it that far! Thanks again for all that you both did to make it such a special time.
Colin M
Perth, WA
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East Coast Express
Our 6 day express cycling tour of the east coast of Tasmania is a great option for those who can't spare 11 days off work. Ride from Launceston to Hobart inc Wineglass Bay & Mt Wellington on the final day.
west coast express
Our 6 day express cycling tour of the west coast of Tasmania is a great shorter option. Start in Hobart and finish in Launceston with Mt Wellington, Cradle Mountain & a cruise on the Gordon River.
accommodation
Our hotels are all 4 star except our venue in Swansea which offers 4 star facilities within fully self contained cottages.
Our locations include the Grand Chancellor Launceston, Old Woolstore in Hobart, Peppers or Cradle Mountain Hotel in Cradle Mt, Strahan Village, The Gateway Inn and Panorama Resort in St Helens. Each venue is carefully chosen for its on-site facilities and luxury comfort which you totally deserve after a big day on the bike.
Daily Itinerary
Here are is an example of what to expect on our Lap of the Map of Tasmania experience....
Visiting both major cities and iconic tourism locations this tour ticks all the boxes
The views from the summit of Mt Wellington can be stunning.
Though Tassie's roads are undulating, the rides are tailored to every riding ability
Dinner each night is where all the chatter about the day's activites takes place and where everyone gets to know each other. Regardless of whether you come alone or with a friend or two, everyone goes home having made new lifelong friendships and promises of a home town visit or a catch up ride some time soon.
Photos of all the fun are taken across the tour and posted out to everyone with a hero shot of the trip as a fridge magnet.
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Richmond Bridge is the oldest bridge in Australia. We ride over it on our way to Hobart.
ARRIVAL
Your tour begins with arrival into Launceston Airport for the transfer to our hotel in the city. We get settled in, our bikes put together in time for welcome drinks in the hotel bar where Kerry will deliver a brief of what's to come across the tour.
Locations
Each morning we ride from our hotel to the next location with lunch and a coffee stop or two on the way. Riders can get into the support van at any time. Locations include Launceston (2 nights) | St Helens (1 night) | Swansea or Freycinet (1-2 nights) | Hobart (2 nights) | Strahan (2 nights) | Cradle Mt (1 night) | Devonport (1 night) .
daily rides
The rides depart each morning after breakfast with fully stocked support van and gear trailer with all your luggage and the capacity to carry 18 bikes. Your day bags will be on the bus seats, packed with anything you were advised you will need that day, such as a change of clothes or shoes for any walking we will do or items you dont want to carry in your jersey. We stop for coffee and lunch on each day at prime locations offering great views and amazing menu choices.
AVERAGE RIDE DISTANCE AND GAIN
Every day offers various ride options and the support van is always available to get into anytime. The average daily itinerary looks like this:
- Launceston - St Helens (D) 100 - 165k (G) 1,200 - 2,600m
- St Helens - Swansea (D) 95k (G) 825m
- Swansea - Hobart (D) 114k (G) 1,180m
- Mt Wellington (D) 45k (G) 1,281m
- Strahan (D) 86k (G) 1,090m
- Cradle Mountain (D) 90k (G) 1,285m
- Devonport (D) 100k (G) 1,000m
off the bike activites
Tasmania is famous for its natural beauty, its wine and above all else, the food. As such, we include opportunities to sample more of what Tassie has to offer both on and off the bike. Activities include;
- A return ticket on the catamaran to MONA Museum during our stay in Hobart
- A walk up to Wineglass Bay after lunch and wine tastings at Devil's Corner Winery
- Lunch and tastings at Josef Chromy winery
- Entry into The Wall in the Wilderness on Tassie's rustic west coast
- Lunch and walk around Old Richmond Town in Hobart
- Gordon River Cruise including buffet lunch
- A walk around Dove Lake at Cradle Mountain
NIGHTLY DINNERS AND LUNCHES
All dinners are included in your package to take the stress out of wondering where to go. We've done all the leg work for you, choosing all the best restaurants for their tripadvisor ratings and outstanding quality. Dinner is 2- 3 courses of your choice from menus offering a great range of fresh local products or a buffet in Strahan and Cradle Mountain. Lunches are taken on the road in the cafes, bakeries, wineries and a cheese farm that offer diverse menu choices to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. Lunches and alcohol are not included in our package.
Tour snap shots
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