The BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart

BIG 3 TASMANIA – LAUNCESTON TO HOBART

See the BIG 3 highlights of Tasmania in just 3 days!

A quick snapshot of BIG 3 Tasmania (Launceston to Hobart):

Day 1:  Starts Launceston, Finishes Launceston (Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake)
Day 2:  Starts Launceston, Finishes Hobart (Launceston to Hobart via Wineglass Bay)
Day 3:  Starts Hobart, Finishes Hobart (Port Arthur & Tassie Devils)

BIG 3 Tasmania (Launceston to Hobart) – Full Itinerary

Day 1:  Cradle Mountain World Heritage Area
Departs Launceston 7.30am, Returns Launceston 6.00pm
(Overnight Launceston:  accommodation by own arrangement)

Day 1:  Highlights

• 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
• Treat your self at the end of the day at Van Diemans Ice Creamery & Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm

Day 1:  Itinerary

Cradle Mountain National Park is an area of iconic scenery with a huge variety of walking trails to choose from in this stunning world heritage listed area. With around 5-hours to spend in the National Park, the walking itinerary is flexible to suit guests and the weather conditions on the day. After departing Launceston, enjoy a short stop in Sheffield – The Town of Murals. Continue your journey into the mountains and arrive at Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake with around 5 hours of possible walking time before you. Enjoy lunch by a quiet stream, watch the famous and friendly Cradle wombats in their natural habitat, or enjoy the many photographic opportunities that abound. On the return journey to Launceston, we stop to refuel and refresh at the delicious Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm Cafe & Can Diemans Land Ice Creamery.  We return to your Launceston accommodation around 6.00pm.

Day 2:  Launceston to Hobart via Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park 

Departs Launceston 7.30am, Returns Hobart 6.00pm (bring your bags today!)
Overnight: Hobart (accommodation by own arrangement)

Day 2:  Highlights

• Explore Freycinet National Park (4+ hours)
• Walk to the spectacular Wineglass Bay Lookout (moderate uphill walk 60 mins)
• Choose the option to extend your walk to the white sands of Wineglass Bay (longer walking option 2.5 hours)
• Visit beautiful Honeymoon Bay
• Take in the spectacular 360 degree views on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk (easy 30 mins)
• Devil's Corner Winery site
• Visit the historic town of Campbell Town and the Convict Brick Trail
• Reward yourself with a local Tasmanian hand crafted Ice Cream!

Day 2:  Itinerary

Wineglass Bay has been voted many times among the top beaches of the world. Pink granite mountains form the backdrop for secluded bays, pristine waters, white sandy beaches, local wildlife and walking trails.  Our drive this morning takes us through the well-preserved Georgian townships of Evandale and Campbell Town.  We make a short stop in Campbell Town where you can collect some lunch to take along for the day ahead.  You will have time to discover the Convict Brick Trail that extends through the town, visit the Red Bridge, and check out the tree sculptures depicting the history of the town.  After a brief stop in Campbell Town we travel to the East Coast, where we catch an amazing view of the area at the Great Oyster Bay Lookout and an opportunity to purchase some fresh oysters plucked from the beautiful surrounding waters.  On arrival at Freycinet, we walk as a group to the Wineglass Bay Lookout where your guide will help you take those sought-after photographs. From the Lookout, you have the option to return to the start of the walk with our tour guide, or for the keen walkers you can choose to spend the rest of your time completing the walk down to Wineglass beach (2.5-hours return). If you choose to travel with our guide, we will explore more of the National Park and visit beautiful Honeymoon Bay and Cape Tourville lookout and Great Short Walk. After around 4 hours at Freycinet National Park we continue onwards, enjoying a stop to refuel and refresh at the Devil's Corner Winery - on site is fresh oysters and seafood from Freycinet Marine Farm, wood-fired pizza, ice-cream, coffee or a quick wine tasting (at own expense).  We arrive into Hobart around 6.00pm.

Day 3:  Port Arthur & Tasmanian Devils

Departs Hobart at 7.30am, Returns Hobart 6.00pm
Finishes in Hobart (drop off back to your hotel)

Day 3:  Highlights

• 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”
• Visit historic Richmond Village
• Enjoy the spectacular view at a local Hobart City lookout

Day 3:  Itinerary

We take an early start from Hobart and head to the stunning Tasman Peninsula, home to Australia’s highest sea cliffs. Enjoy the panoramic views of the area from Pirates Bay Lookout, see the interesting Tasman Arch and Devils Kitchen rock formations and join a short but spectacular walk along the Waterfall Bay cliff top track. From here we visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo for an encounter with our local wildlife hero’s!  Then onwards to the Port Arthur Historic Site where you have around 2.5-hours to explore. Your entry includes a complimentary Harbour Cruise around the Isle of the Dead and a guided walking tour with one of the Site’s expert guides. The return to Hobart takes us via the beautiful historic township of Richmond Village with time to meander the streets and walk across Australia’s oldest bridge. Before re-entering Hobart, stop for a fabulous view of Hobart from a local lookout, a picturesque way to return to the city.

BIG 3 Tasmania - DETAILS

Inclusions
• All entrance fees
• National Park entrance fees
• Select central city Hotel/Hostel pick up and drop off
• Professional guides and interpretive walks
• Small, friendly groups

Exclusions
• Food & Drinks - You may bring your lunch with you or we will stop to give you an opportunity to purchase your lunch on the day. 
• Accommodation - Generally you will need 2 nights x Hobart & 2 nights x Launceston, this is by your own arrangement.  We pick up and drop off to Hobart/Launceston central city Hotels & Hostels

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)
• Camera
• Sense of adventure