Tasmania Campervan Itinerary

4-Day Road Trip with Scenic Stops & Free Campsites

Ready to embark on a campervan journey through Tasmania’s most stunning spots? Buckle up as VanMania guides you through the best 4-day road trip Tasmania offers, packed with driving times, jaw-dropping scenery, insider tips, and the best free campsites. Get ready to discover the hidden treasures of Tasmania, one twist of the road at a time—let’s hit the road!

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DAY ONE: Hobart to Freycinet

After collecting your stunning VanMania campervan from the Hobart Airport you'll turn right and head towards Freycinet National Park. On route be sure to take a scenic detour to Orford (approximately 1.5 hours from Hobart). This charming seaside town has pristine beaches, local seafood, and even a quirky legend about a sock-stealing giant squid (it’s true, kind of).

Next, venture into Freycinet National Park, home to the iconic Wineglass Bay. This crescent-shaped bay is a must-see. Try and time it to arrive at the summit of the 1.5hr moderate hike for Sunset. When the bay finally reveals itself — white sand in a perfect crescent — you’ll understand why it’s plastered across every travel magazine that dares cover Tasmania.

Best Free Campsite:

Friendly Beaches Campground: It's only 45 minutes from Wineglass Bay, but a world away from crowds. No power, no bookings — just waves, sand dunes, and the kind of starlit silence that rewires your brain. Click here to bring up the campground on Google Maps.

Day One complete - total driving time of 3hrs and 30 minutes.

DAY TWO: Freycinet to Bay Of Fires

The next morning, with the salt still in your hair and sand on your feet, you’ll continue north. Day three is a slower kind of travel — strung together with small-town pauses and a coast that never stops teasing you with its brilliance.

First up is Bicheno, a laid-back seaside town with bright colours, big character, and enough quirk to make you stay longer than planned. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot penguins darting under the rocks. If not, you’ll at least find a pastry or two at the local bakery and, if you’re hungry, The Lobster Shack serves up seafood with a side of sea spray.

From here, it’s onto St Helens — the last proper town before things get wild again. It’s your chance to refuel, restock, and maybe visit nearby Peron Dunes for panoramic views over sea and sand. There’s a bakery here that smells exactly how you hoped it would.

Then the road winds you to Bay of Fires, and suddenly you’re somewhere else entirely. Bright orange lichen wraps around giant boulders, the water glows turquoise, and the sand squeaks under your feet. It’s less of a beach and more of a painter’s palette turned inside out. You’ll climb rocks, breathe deeper, and forget whatever mainland problem was rattling around your head just yesterday.

Best Free Campsite:

Sloop Reef Free Campground: It’s right on the water, and completely free. No power, no crowds, no bookings. Just you, the rocks, and the waves. Click here to bring up the campground on Google Maps.

Day Two complete – total driving time was approximately 3.5–4 hrs.

DAY THREE: Bay of Fires to Cradle Mountain

Day three begins with one of those “am I seriously doing this?” kind of moments. You’re leaving the coast behind and heading for the high country — trading sea views for alpine lakes, and surfboards for walking boots.

First stop is Pyengana, and if you like cheese (and even if you don’t), you’ll want to pull over. Pyengana Dairy is the kind of place where cheese is aged in cloth and silence, and somehow it tastes like the landscape around it — green, calm, and quietly impressive.

Just around the bend is The Pub in the Paddock. Yes, there’s a pig. Yes, she drinks beer. Her name is Priscilla and she’s been charming visitors for years. Don’t overthink it — just stop.

If your travels fall on a Monday or Wednesday, don’t miss the chance to visit Waverley Mills — the last remaining weaving mill in Australia. Operating on the same site since 1874 and using 100% Australian materials from fleece to finish, this tour offers more than just history — it’s an immersion into heritage craftsmanship. You’ll walk away with a newfound appreciation for the workmanship, care, and quality woven into every thread. Browse their range of wool blankets, throws, scarves, and even pet blankets — and as a VanMania traveller, enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on both tours and products.

As the road bends west, you’ll reach Sheffield — a town where the buildings are covered in murals and the history is literally painted on the walls. It’s a good place to grab a coffee, stretch your legs, and wonder why more towns don’t take themselves this seriously as storytellers.

Come early afternoon, Cradle Mountain appears. It’s cooler here, the air sharper. Allow time to walk the Dove Lake Circuit — a two-hour loop that winds through tangled forest and skirts still, reflective water. It’s one of Tasmania’s most iconic hikes, and yet wombats barely look up as you pass by.

If you haven't purchased a park pass yet you can do so here. You can't drive your campervan all the way to Dove Lake and will have to stop at the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre and purchase a shuttle bus ticket to get to Dove Lake, the epicentre of all hikes. The shuttle bus timetable can be found here.

Free Campsite Tip: Lake Gardiner Free Campground is about 45 minutes from Cradle Mountain, and completely free. There are no facilities here — so bring your own water, food, and a sense of self-sufficiency — but the lake views make it worth every bit of preparation. Click this link to bring up the campground on Google Maps.

Day Three complete – Total driving time was approximately 4.5 hrs.

DAY FOUR: Cradle Mountain to Hobart

On your final day, we strongly recommend and early departure to get south, as there are some exceptional sites for you before your trip comes to a close. 

On route back to Hobart, an absolute must is a stop at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)  — weird, provocative, and absolutely unforgettable. Depending on your taste you'll spend 1-6hrs here and walk away mind-blown and possibly confused. 

As you near the capital, take a detour skyward to kunanyi / Mount Wellington. In just 30 minutes, you’ll ascend from city streets to subalpine wilderness. The summit is often windy, sometimes snowy, and always dramatic — with views stretching across the Derwent River, Bruny Island, and the ridgelines you’ve just spent a week weaving through. If there’s ever been a place to reflect on the trip, it’s here.

With any remaining time, make for Salamanca — a vibrant cultural precinct nestled between Hobart’s historic waterfront and its creative soul. Wander past art galleries, boutique stores, and cafés tucked inside old sandstone warehouses.

If there's no time, well, you'll just have to come back!

Book your VanMania campervan at this link today and get started with this epic itinerary.