Itinerary
Day 1: Port Arthur and Tassie Devils
Stop At: Tasman National Park, C344, Eaglehawk Neck, Tasmania TAS 7179, Australia
Travel with us from Hobart to the Tasman Peninsula, where the might of the Southern Ocean has carved spectacular caves and arches into solid rock. Meet Tassie’s coastline at its rugged finest. It’ll take your breath away.
Spend the morning walking along 300-metre-high clifftops, pausing at majestic lookouts to watch giant waves crash against dolerite spires. Visit Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch and the famous Devil’s Kitchen, ticking all the best views off the list.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, 5990 Arthur Hwy, Taranna, Tasmania 7180 Australia
The Tasmanian Devil Unzoo is up next. Tasmanian Devils are carnivorous marsupials that can only be found in Tasmania. They look like a small bear and are just as feisty, with one of the most powerful bites in the animal kingdom. You’ll get up close and personal with these iconic critters in a snarling feeding frenzy! You can also feed wallabies by hand, attend a Birds of the Bush presentation, and learn about local wildlife from the Unzoo’s passionate staff.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Port Arthur Historic Site, Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Tasmania 7182 Australia
Next stop is Port Arthur Historic Site, where impeccably preserved ruins offer a chilling glimpse of life as a Tasmanian convict. You will have around 2 hours exploring this World Heritage open air museum, including a complimentary harbour cruise around the Isle of the Dead and fascinating site talks.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Richmond, Richmond, Clarence, Greater Hobart, Tasmania
Our last stop is the unmissable Richmond, a historic village filled with quaint stone buildings, ye olde lolly shops and Australia’s oldest bridge! This sandstone beauty was built by convicts and is thought to be haunted. You be the judge. A devilishly good day out.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Wineglass Bay and Freycinet Peninsula
Stop At: Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay Road, Coles Bay, Freycinet, Tasmania 7215 Australia
After leaving Hobart we travel along picturesque roads through seaside towns of Orford and Swansea to arrive at Freycinet National Park.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Wineglass Bay Lookout, Road C302 Inside Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay, Freycinet, Tasmania 7215 Australia
There we walk to Wineglass Bay lookout, a moderate 45-minute hike that gets the heart pumping before revealing one of the best views in the Southern Hemisphere. Gaze out over treetops to a sweeping vista of white sand and turquoise water, soaking in the beauty of Wineglass Bay.
Depending on how active you’re feeling, you can extend your hike down to the beach for swimming, relaxing and dolphin spotting or return from the lookout with your guide to check out Honeymoon Bay, Sleepy Bay and Cape Tourville Lighthouse.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Devil's Corner Cellar Door, Sherbourne Road, Apslawn, Tasmania 7190 Australia
The afternoon brings us to Devil’s Corner winery, perched high on a hill overlooking Freycinet. It’s the ideal place to kick back with a glass of wine, fresh seafood platter, woodfired pizza, tea, coffee or artisan gelato before ending our day in Launceston.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Cradle Mountain National Park
Stop At: Sheffield, Sheffield, Tasmania
After leaving Launceston we stop in the quirky town of Sheffield, the town of murals, a unique open air art gallery. From there we head into the mountains along winding roads fringed by rainforest to arrive at Cradle Mountain National Park.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Tasmania
Cradle Mountain’s jagged silhouette is unmistakable. Standing 1545 metres above sea level amongst glacial lakes, alpine moorland and World Heritage Listed wilderness, this iconic mountain is pure untamed Tassie. On this full day tour, you’ll score front row seats.
We begin our adventures with an easy guided walk to the stunning Pencil Pine Falls. A great introduction to the National Park. After that it’s onto our main walk of the day, Dove Lake Circuit, an easy 6km circumnavigation of the stunning lake that sits at the bottom of Cradle Mountain. The views are epic.
If you’re up for a challenge, tackle the hike to Marion’s Lookout. An uphill climb rewards you with breathtaking views of Cradle Mountain, Little Horn, Smithies Peak and so many mirrored lakes.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Christmas Hill Raspberry Farm, Elizabet Town 9 Christmas Hill Rd, Elizabeth Town, Tasmania 7304 Australia
Our last stop is Van Diemen’s Ice Creamery and Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm for well-earned treats crafted from the finest Tasmanian dairy and produce. A sweet end to a heavenly day.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Traveler pickup is offered
• Hotel pick ups need to be arranged directly with the tour operator prior to your departure. Please note hotel pick ups are available from select hotels only.
• If pick up has not been arranged for Day 1, our general pick up point is as follows: 7.25am from Tasmanian Travel & Information Centre - 20 Davey St, Hobart
• You will need to bring your luggage on Day 2. When making your hotel arrangements, please remember you will be travelling with your luggage on this day.
Day 1: Departs from HOBART at 7am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am
Day 1: Returns to HOBART around 6.00pm
Day 2: Departs from HOBART at 7.30am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am
(Bring your luggage today).
Day 2: Returns to LAUNCESTON around 6.00-6.30pm
Day 3: Departs from LAUNCESTON at 7.30am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am
Day 3: Returns to LAUNCESTON around 6.00-6.30pm
07:30 AM
3 days(approx.)
Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
Not wheelchair accessible
Walking is 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.
Service animals allowed
Hotel pickup time is between 7am and 7:30am depending on your location. Hotel pickup is available from select central city Hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel at least 48 hours prior to departure with the tour operator.
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Luggage – Please only bring hand luggage/a day pack on tour, otherwise we won’t all fit! Tours that travel between Hobart and Launceston, we allow for 1 x check-in sized bag and a day pack. If you have excess luggage, please let our team know before travelling.
If carrying your luggage is an issue, please ensure you stay at a hotel location that is included in our door to door pick up schedule.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Posted By : Alicia_F
I really liked the tour cause it’s a good way to go around Tasmania without renting a car. On day two and three it takes more time to go to the nationalparks than staying there. That’s a bit sad but still worth it. The unzoo was a real highlight for me. Haven’t expected to ever recommend a zoo in my life. Apart from this you can also see a lot of wildlife like wild wombats!
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Posted On : 2023-06-27
Posted By : Monique_N
Is not active adventure but a tour operator for quite old persons…don’t wait adventure….to avoid for active people
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Posted On : 2022-11-21
Posted By : CaitlinCR
This tour was awesome. Trevor the tour guide is an absolute legend. He is witty, knowledgeable, passionate and intelligent. His love for Tasmania is so evident in the way he talks about it. He has an incredible understanding of the natural environment, imparting his wisdom about flora and fauna. He is also well versed in environmental advancements taking place in Tasmania. He incorporated the history into the tour, acknowledging the atrocities like the killing of the aboriginal people when settlers arrived. He incorporated the traditional names of Hobart/Nipaluna and Mt Wellington/kunanyi. Trevor made this tour so special and I hope you have the pleasure of touring with him too.
My only feedback is - don't expect a 3 day tour with a group who you would get to know. Only a few of us did all 3 days, others were doing individual days of the tour - so maybe not so good if you're solo traveling and looking to make connections.
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Posted On : 2022-10-10
Posted By : Jaymee_T
All the tour guides (Trevor, Nick, and Graham) were very knowledgeable of the history and current affairs of each area and provided great information. The tour was better than expected and I would definitely recommend for all wanting to experience a great introduction to Tasmania!
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Posted On : 2022-08-12
Posted By : Theresa_B
We had a fantastic time in Tassie. Trevor,Dave and Graham were awesome guides.They made our experience a memorable one.
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Posted On : 2022-04-26
Posted By : Zeeshan_R
Wonderful service everyone. Keep up the good work. Day 1- Nick, very efficient, knowledgeable and Waoo thanks for the wonderful time Nick. Day 2 Trevor - he told us it was his second tour after training didn’t looked like it at all. He did a good job. Day 3 Graeme very very knowledgeable although if u wanna learn while on your sit in the front rows. Thanks again everyone for lovely 3 days.
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Posted On : 2021-12-29
Posted By : de-EMDI
The 3 fabulous days tour with 3 different drivers (David, Nick and Graeme) who have lots of knowledge, friendly and so helpful is a top-notch. Thank you guys, keep up your good work!
The historic place of Port Arthur, to see and experience the wildlife from the unzoo, amazing views and walks of Wineglass Bay & Cradle Mountain and extra little stops at some places every morning & afternoon to try locals snacks, this tour is for sure worth for money, worth for visit and worth it all.
No complaints for the buses we took, clean & aircon flows, and drivers follow the protocol for the COVID safety too.
Thanks to Graeme for some very useful tips and information on our free day in LST.
Recommended 3D TASMANIA COMBO TOUR!
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Posted On : 2021-04-13
Posted By : Kristen K
Day 1 - The weather on the day of the tour was not ideal, lightly raining nearly the entire day, but I still had a lot of fun. The day started early picking everyone up from their hotels before making a quick stop shortly outside on Hobart for anyone wanting to grab a quick coffee/snack and use the restroom before getting on with the day. We made our way to the Waterfall Bay Cliff Top Walk and seeing the Tasman National Park highlights including the Devil's Kitchen and Tasman Arch. The walk itself was pretty easy. From there, we made our way to the Unzoo where we got to feed kangaroos and see a Tasmanian Devil being fed. We then went to the Port Arthur Historic Site which had two small cafes to purchase lunch from and much to see. You are free to roam about and explore as you want. The tour also included a short cruise through the bay. I personally enjoyed a glass of wine and snacks while listening to the commentary from the guide. After leaving Port Arthur, we made a stop at the Federation Chocolate Factory where we tried unique flavors of chocolates. Last stop on the trip was Richmond where we were able to walk around and explore the various shops on our own.
Day 2 - The weather on the day of the tour was again not ideal, still lightly raining nearly the entire day. However, similar to the prior day, this did not detract from the overall experience much. The day started early picking everyone up from their hotels before making a quick stop shortly outside of Hobart for anyone needing to purchase lunch to take with them for the day. We made one additional stop along a beach before getting to the Freycinet National Park. From there, we had three options of walks, a short walk to a cafe/lunch spot, a walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout (a 45-minute uphill walk), or the option to extend your walk to the actual sands of Wineglass Bay (approximately 2.5 hours). Normally, I would have chosen the longer walk, but given the weather was rainy, and the guide advised there were a couple of sections of the walk to be careful on, our group of four opted for the walk to the lookout. Two of the members of the group stopped halfway to the lookout before turning to head towards the van as it was an uphill climb and a bit too much for them. After taking in the views overlooking Wineglass Bay, we headed to Honeymoon Bay and did the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk. The description says you stop at the Freycinet Marine Farm for oysters, but we did not, so maybe that is a seasonal thing. We did make a stop for coffee/snacks/ice cream, though before heading to Launceston.
Day 3 - Again, the day started early picking everyone up from their hotels and heading to the first stop, a place offering coffee and all sort of breakfast/lunch options for eat-in or takeaway. After purchasing our breakfast/lunch for the day, we headed towards Cradle Mountain. The first walk was a short but peaceful walk inside the national park. We then hopped back into the van to drive deeper into the national park and closer to Cradle Mountain. We parked by Dove Lake where the guide explained the various options for trails before we all parted ways. A girl I had met on the bus and myself opted for the hike up to Marion's Lookout together. It was a difficult upward climb, especially since we were moving at a fairly quick pace. It took us approximately an hour to reach the top, but once we got up there the views were spectacular. Because we had made such good time, we were able to relax and have lunch without being rushed. Once finished, we headed down towards Dove Lake. The climb down was steeper than expected, but they have a chain rope most of the way you can hold onto. I was grateful for this when my foot slipped a couple of times on the loose stone. We were good on time so we were also able to do the walk around Dove Lake (counter-clockwise from the parking lot). There were a couple of spots with an uphill climb, but this was much easier than the hike up to Marion's lookout. Once we all met back at the van, we drove to another area of the park for a brief chance to roam around and try to spot wombats. Last stop on the tour was to the Ashgrove Cheese Factory to sample cheeses and purchase goodies or ice cream.
Overall, the days were long and tiring. By the end of my trip, I was exhausted. However, I would do it all again. I was able to see and do so much, and the guides were friendly, knowledgeable and experienced, making every day more enjoyable and run smoothly.
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Posted On : 2020-04-21
Posted By : Brian
This tour did everything we wanted, and more! It was very well organised and excellent value for money. We loved every minute of it. The early departures and long days were well worth it and meant you could see and do so much. Port Arthur was probably the day one highlight (you could easily spend a whole day there!), although the visit to 'Unzoo' was a special experience, where most of the wildlife there simply roam around in a natural environment. The scenic clifftop walks and various viewpoint stops were amazing. And Richmond and the Hobart City Lookout rounded the day off in style. Freycinet National Park and the views of Wineglass Bay were stunning - well worth the 45 minute climb up to and sown from the lookout. Honeymoon Bay provided an ideal contrast for a lunch break - an opportunity to relax in a beautiful, scenic environment surrounded by a calm, turquoise sea. The final day, Cradle Mountain, was probably one of the highlights our entire trip around Australia. Every bit of the day was just wonderful, from the short walks to the hike around Dove Lake, the scenery and the wildlife in their natural environment. The guides were excellent. Dan, (day one), was knowledgeable, enthusiastic and humorous. Rod (day three), shared his enthusiasm and detailed knowledge about every aspect of Cradle Mountain, the environment and its wildlife. The air-conditioned buses were comfortable and the baggage trailer towed on day two meant there was non restrictions on luggage, perfect for us as we on a six week trip around Australia. This trip ticks all the boxes, especially if you are limited for time. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2020-04-16
Posted By : Brian C
This tour did everything we wanted, and more. It was very well organised and excellent value for money. We loved every minute of it. The early departures and long days enabled you to see and do so much. Historic Port Arthur was probably the highlight of the first day, although the visit to 'Unzoo" - where most animals simply roam in the natural environment - was a very special place. The scenic walk clifftop walk and various viewpoint stops were simply stunning. And Richmond and the Hobart City Lookout rounded the day off in style. Freycinet National Park and the views of Wineglass Bay from the lookout were stunning - well worth the climb up and down. Lunch at Honeymoon Bay provided an opportunity to relax in a calm and scenic environment. The final day, Cradle Mountain, was probably one of the highlights of our entire trip round Australia. All aspects of the day were simply wonderful, from the short walks to the hike around Dove Lake, where we were able to see several examples of wildlife. The guides were excellent. Day one - Dan. knowledgeable, enthusiastic and humorous. Day three - Rod. Again, knowledgeable and quietly enthusiastic about all aspects of Cradle Mountain, the environment and its wildlife. The air conditioned buses were comfortable and the baggage trailer they towed on day 2 meant there was no restrictions on luggage, ideal for us as we were on a six week trip around Australia. This trip ticks all the boxes, especially if you are limited for time. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2020-04-14
