BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart - 3 Day Active Adventure
Overview
See the BIG 3 highlights of Tasmania in just 3 days!
See Tasmania’s three biggest highlights in three amazing days! We’ve combined our most popular day tours exploring Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay and Port Arthur into one unforgettable Tassie experience. Let’s go!
Day 1: See Tasmania’s alpine heart and World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain. Walk the stunning Dove Lake Circuit or tackle Marion’s Lookout. Wander Sheffield’s outdoor art gallery and reward yourself with handmade Tasmanian gelato at Van Diemens Land Ice Creamery.
Day 2: Travel from Launceston to Hobart via the sparkling East Coast. Visit one of the world’s Top 10 most beautiful beaches, Wineglass Bay. Relax in a hilltop vineyard overlooking Freycinet National Park.
Day 3: Take a jaw-dropping walk along Australia’s highest sea cliffs on the Tasman Peninsula. Discover the dark history of Port Arthur Historic Site. Get up close and personal with Tassie Devils at the Unzoo. Walk over Australia’s oldest bridge in Richmond.
What's Included
- Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee
- National Park entrance fees
- Small, friendly groups
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise
- Professional guides & interpretative walks
- Food and drinks We always stop along the way, to purchase some take away food for your lunch.
- Accommodation
- No airport drop offs
Meeting and Pickup
• 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: 7.20am from Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston, 28 Cameron Street, Launceston• 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 Launceston at 7.30am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am Day 1: Returns to Launceston around 6.00pmDay 2: Departs from Launceston at 7.30am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am . (Bring your luggage today). Day 2: Returns to Hobart around 6.00pmDay 3: Departs from Hobart at 7.30am, select hotel pick ups from 7.00am – 7.25am Day 3: Returns to Hobart around 6.00pm
What To Expect
Cradle Mountain National Park
3 Stops
Wineglass Bay and Freycinet National Park
4 Stops
Port Arthur and Tassie Devils
4 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
- This is an active tour; as a condition of travel all guests should have full mobility, good health and physical fitness
- 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.
- Hotel pickup time is between 7am and 7:30am depending on your location. Hotel pickup is available from central city Hotels and Hostels ( no AirBnB’s). Please arrange pickup from your hotel at least 48 hours prior to departure with the tour operator.
- Luggage – Please only bring hand luggage/a day pack on tour, otherwise we won’t all fit! Tours that travel between Launceston and Hobart, we allow for 1 x small sized case & a day pack. If you have excess luggage, please contact our team.
- Meals are not provided, however, there are plenty of opportunities to stop for lunch and snacks on each tour day to suit your taste and budget.
- Accommodation is not included. Hotel pick up is available from select hotel locations only. 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- This tour 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.
- Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee.
- National Park entrance fees.
- Small, friendly groups.
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee.
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise.
- Professional guides & interpretative walks.
- Food and drinks We always stop along the way, to purchase some take away food for your lunch.
- Accommodation.
- No airport drop offs.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart - 3 Day Active Adventure is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for BIG 3 Tasmania – Launceston to Hobart – 3 Day Active Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Port Arthur Historic Site entrance fee
- National Park entrance fees
- Small, friendly groups
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee
- Port Arthur Harbor Cruise
- Professional guides & interpretative walks
- Food and drinks We always stop along the way, to purchase some take away food for your lunch.
- Accommodation
- No airport drop offs
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age to participate in tour is 8 years
- This is an active tour; as a condition of travel all guests should have full mobility, good health and physical fitness
- 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.
- Hotel pickup time is between 7am and 7:30am depending on your location. Hotel pickup is available from central city Hotels and Hostels ( no AirBnB’s). Please arrange pickup from your hotel at least 48 hours prior to departure with the tour operator.
- Luggage – Please only bring hand luggage/a day pack on tour, otherwise we won’t all fit! Tours that travel between Launceston and Hobart, we allow for 1 x small sized case & a day pack. If you have excess luggage, please contact our team.
- Meals are not provided, however, there are plenty of opportunities to stop for lunch and snacks on each tour day to suit your taste and budget.
- Accommodation is not included. Hotel pick up is available from select hotel locations only. 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
