The BIG 3 Tasmania from Hobart or Launceston

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Duration | 3 Days
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See the BIG 3 highlights of Tasmania in just 3 days! We combine the very best of our day tours to Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay & Port Arthur to bring you 3 days of amazing scenery, wildlife and huge fun days exploring Tasmania with our awesome guides.

What makes it Great:

  • A huge ACTIVE and fun days exploring the BIG 3 Tasmania with amazing local guides.  
  • Visit local historic towns like Port Arthur Historic Site, taste delicious local products and enjoy some fascinating stories along the way. 
  • Amazing walks & some of the world’s best coastal scenery at Wineglass Bay lookout on the East Coast & Cradle Mountain.
  • Encounter our local animals in the wild & enjoy the action of a Tasmanian Devil feeding.

Hobart to Launceston Option

  • Day 1:  Starts Hobart, Finishes Hobart (Port Arthur & Tassie Devils)
  • Day 2:  Starts Hobart, Finishes Launceston (Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park)
  • Day 3:  Starts Launceston, Finishes Launceston (Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake)

Launceston to Hobart Option

  • Day 1:  Starts Launceston, Finishes Launceston (Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake)
  • Day 2:  Starts Launceston, Finishes Hobart (Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park)
  • Day 3:  Starts Hobart, Finishes Hobart (Port Arthur & Tassie Devils)

Inclusions

  • All entrance fees
  • National Park entrance fees
  • Daily Central Hobart/Launceston -  Hotel/Hostel pick up and drop off 
  • No luggage restrictions on Day 2
  • Professional guides and interpretive walks
  • Small, friendly groups

Exclusions

  • Food & Drinks (You may bring your lunch and snacks with you or we will stop to give you an opportunity to purchase your lunch on tour each day).
  • Accommodation (Generally you will need 2 nights x Hobart & 2 nights x Launceston, this is by your own arrangement).  

Port Arthur & Tassie Devils
Departs Hobart at 7.30am, Returns Hobart 6.00pm

  • Visit Port Arthur Historic Site (2.5 hours)
  • Explore the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo
  • Experience the ferocious action of a Tasmanian Devil feeding!
  • Photograph spectacular views from the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk (easy grade 2km)
  • See the Tasman National Park highlights – Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch
  • Enjoy the stories from Pirates Bay Lookout, Eaglehawk Neck & The “Dogline”
  • Sample the local chocolates made at Federation Chocolate Factory
  • Visit historic Richmond Village
  • Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout

 

Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park 
Departs 7.30am, 6.30 - 7.00pm (bring your bags today!)

  • Explore Freycinet National Park (4+ hours)
  • Walk to the spectacular Wineglass Bay Lookout (moderate uphill walk 45 mins)
  • Choose the option to extend your walk to the white sands of Wineglass Bay (longer walking option 2.5 hours)
  • Visit the highlights of Freycinet National Park - Honeymoon Bay & Sleepy Bay
  • Take in the spectacular 360 degree views on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk (easy 20 mins)
  • Enjoy some fresh oysters at Freycinet Marine Farm
  • Reward yourself with local hand crafted ice-cream or a famous Tasmanian Scallop Pie at the end of the day!

Cradle Mountain World Heritage Area
Departs Launceston 7.30am, Returns Launceston 6.30 - 7.00pm

  • Explore Cradle Mountain National Park & World Heritage Area (4-5 hours)
  • Stand on the shore of the spectacular setting of Dove Lake
  • Enjoy some short introductory walks and interpretation to the area
  • Walk along the “Rainforest City” & “Pencil Pine Falls” tracks
  • Take on the Dove Lake circuit walk (easy grade 2-3 hours)
  • Or, take on the harder walk to the lofty views of Marion’s Lookout (medium grade 2-3 hours)
  • Explore the historic Weindorfers Chalet
  • Walk amongst the ancient King Billy Pines on Weindorfers Forest Walk
  • Visit Sheffield the ‘Town of Murals’ with over 30 murals painted across the town showing the history of the area.

What to bring/wear

  • Sensible shoes for walking
  • A variety of warm clothing
  • Swim gear & towel – if you choose to (swimming at Freycinet)
  • Hat, sunscreen
  • Water Bottle, Snacks, Lunch (or buy it on the day)

Minimum Age
Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years. 

Additional Info

  • This is an active tour with walking involved; a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential
  • We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimize negative impacts.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

Instant Booking & Mobile Friendly Tickets
Check availability & book here to secure you spot on The BIG 3 Tasmania - Hobart to Launceston Tour. Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking.
If you require hotel transfers please have your hotel name ready when booking so we can send you a pick-up time with your confirmation.

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