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Tassie East Coast Gravel Tour
This is a trip for adventure seekers that will create fond memories which will last forever
What to expect
Embark on an 8-day, 7-night gravel cycling adventure along Tasmania's East Coast and hinterland, experiencing some of the Island State's best cycling. Starting in Launceston and finishing in Hobart, this fully supported 453km tour offers rugged forests, farmlands, wild coastlines, pristine beaches, and charming seaside towns. Guided by professional cycling photographer Beardy McBeard, riders will enjoy stunning scenery, varied terrain, and the iconic climb of Mt Barrow. With unique accommodation, daily luggage transfers, and memorable culinary experiences, this adventure is perfect for those seeking to create lasting memories both on and off the bike.
Join us for the Tassie East Coast Gravel Adventure and embrace the Après Vélo lifestyle.
Next tour date: 22nd February 2025
What's included
- 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
- 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.
- Daily en route transfers of all bike bags and luggage.
- Receive a gallery of lifelong memories with incredible images taken by Beardy McBeard on tour.
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Note
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
- Arrive in Launceston for the start of the Tour.
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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
