Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tasmania on the 2024 Automobiles and Trains tour, where breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences await. Enjoy a spectacular journey on the West Coast Railway through rugged landscapes and dense rainforests. Explore The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania which showcases a remarkable collection of vintage cars, motorcycles, and memorabilia, celebrating the evolution of automotive history in Australia and beyond. Each stop on this journey reveals charming towns brimming with local character, inviting you to savor delicious Tasmanian cuisine and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture. With guided excursions that delve into the region's heritage and natural wonders, this tour offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Whether you're a rail and car enthusiast or a culture seeker, this journey promises to showcase the best of Tasmania in a truly unique way.
Showcasing a fascinating collection of historic vehicles, including trains, trams, buses, and other transport artifacts.
One of Tasmania’s most unique tourism attractions. Offering heritage and wilderness rail experiences journeys through the remote West Coast landscape. It is truly a heritage train ride to remember.
One of Australia’s most significant motoring collections. Spanning over 100 years of style and technical achievement this impressive collection of traditional and contemporary automobiles is a must-see for all those who appreciate history, design, engineering and style.
Dedicated to motorcycling history this collection has some rare treasures from the 1900’s to today’s modern classics.
We are planning on visiting a private collection accessible via invitation only. Comprising over 100 rare, exotic, racing thoroughbred classic and modern cars and motorbikes.
DAY 1 Saturday 4 October 2025
Hobart
Today we arrive in Hobart to commence the
tour. We will meet at the airport following
our respective flights. We will be taken to
our accommodation for the next two nights.
Upon arrival there will be welcome drinks to
get to know each other.
DAY 2 Sunday 5 October 2025
Hobart
Today we visit the Tasmania Transport
Museum, which showcases a fascinating
collection of historic vehicles, including
trains, trams, buses, and other transport
artifacts, offering a glimpse into Tasmania’s
rich transportation history. We will then have
time for lunch before we transfer to The
Wooden Boat Centre Tasmania. The Wooden Boat Centre is a unique
workshop and museum dedicated to
preserving the art of traditional wooden boat
building, offering hands-on experiences and
insights into Tasmania’s maritime heritage.
We will get a private tour followed by a
demonstration on how timber is bent to build
their boats.
DAY 3 Monday 6 October 2025
Strahan
Today we will leave Hobart and travel to
Strahan. Along the way we will stop for lunch
at Hamilton bistro (own expense) as well as a stop at Derwent bridge where we will
visit ‘The Wall’. The Wall is an impressive art
installation featuring intricate wood carvings
that depict the history and people of
Tasmania, beautifully sculpted into a massive
timber wall. Once we arrive in Strahan you
will have a free afternoon to explore.
DAY 4 Tuesday 7 October 2025
Strahan
This morning we will enjoy a spectacular
journey on the West Coast Railway. This
offers a scenic journey through rugged
landscapes and dense rainforests, powered
by historic steam locomotives that celebrate
the region’s rich mining and railway heritage.
Following the rail journey the rest of the
afternoon will be free. In the evening from
5:30pm we will watch the comedy play “The
ship that never was”. Australia’s longest
running play performing in Strahan since
1994, it tells the hilarious true story about the
last Great Escape from Sarah Island.
DAY 5 Wednesday 8 October 2025
Burnie
This morning, we leave Strahan by coach to
travel to Burnie. Along the way we will stop
for a coffee. We will then travel to Wynyard
to see the Ransley Veteran Car Collection,
home to a world-class historic car collection,
including the equal oldest Ford in the world.
There will be time for lunch after which we
enjoy a tour and some tastings at Hallers
distillery, Australia’s oldest distillery. You
will also be able to seal your own bottle of
whiskey to take home.
DAY 6 Thursday 9 October 2025
Launceston
This morning, we board the Don River
Railway, a half an hour return train journey
from Don. We will be able to relax with
a train trip on the historic Melrose Line,
taking in views of the township of Don and
areas of historic value to the area. After
the conclusion of the ride, we will also
visit the museum and workshop which has
heritage locomotives and carriages on display. Afterwards we will have a break
for lunch. In the afternoon we will visit
Longford. Longford holds a significant
place in Australian motorsport history
as it was home to the Longford Circuit, a
renowned street racing track that hosted
major events from 1953 to 1968, including
the Australian Grand Prix and the Tasman
Series, attracting legendary drivers like Jack
Brabham, Jim Clark, and Bruce McLaren.
We will see where the track used to run and
will visit the pub which contains a museum
and old racing car. We then check into our
accommodation in Launceston.
DAY 7 Friday 10 October 2025
Launceston
This morning, we visit the National
Automobile Museum of Tasmania. The
National Automobile Museum of Tasmania
showcases a remarkable collection of
vintage cars, motorcycles, and memorabilia,
celebrating the evolution of automotive
history in Australia and beyond. After lunch
we visit Pearn’s Steam World in Westbury,
the biggest collection of steam engines in
the Southern Hemisphere. There is also a
motor trash and treasure shop outside which
we will visit. Following this we will head back to Launceston where we will have a free
afternoon to explore. You may like to check
out Queen Vic Museum which gives an
amazing perspective of local history.
DAY 8 Saturday 11 October 2025
Launceston
This morning we will visit the infamous
Beaconsfield mine. The Beaconsfield Mine
& Heritage Centre offers an interactive
journey through Tasmania’s mining history,
featuring engaging exhibits and artifacts
from the town’s gold mining era, including
the dramatic 2006 mine rescue story. Then
we will visit a private collection enabling
us to see many classic automobiles.
After a break for lunch we will also visit
Richardson’s Harley Museum. The museum
follows the history and life of the Harley
Davidson® family and business and contains
a 1900s A6 Flannery-Harley-Gallion Co.
pushbike, one of only a few examples left in
the world as well as a 1940 Ex-Army Indian
Scout and replica garage set out. Following
this we will have an included group farewell
dinner to celebrate a great trip.
DAY 9 Sunday 12 October 2025
Departure
Today we will travel to Launceston airport
and will board our flights home with the tour
concluding.
| Twin Fare | Single Fare |
|---|---|
| $3,790 | $4,640 |
Flights are not included. Please contact one of our friendly consultants for a quote 1800 630 343
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