Hobart to Launceston Transfer & Cradle Mountain Tour
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April 2026
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What you can expect
Experience the magic of Tasmania's wild heart on a full-day adventure from Hobart to Launceston, with a visit to the iconic Cradle Mountain National Park. Start your day with a scenic drive through charming countryside, stopping in Campbell Town for a coffee and a stretch. Next, continue to the colourful town of Sheffield, where artistic streets and local galleries invite you to explore. From there, it’s straight to Cradle Mountain, where you’ll have three hours and 30 minutes of free time to take in glacier-carved scenery and enjoy beautiful alpine walks.
After exploring Dove Lake and the surrounding trails, dive deeper into nature on the King Billy Pine and Enchanted Forest Walks, where you might spot wombats, wallabies, and even Tasmanian Devils. The day ends with a relaxing drive to Launceston, with drop-off in the city’s CBD. This is the perfect journey for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone wanting to see Tasmania at its best.
Location
What you need to know
- Hobart to Launceston bus transfer
- Hotel pickup in Hobart CBD and drop-off in Launceston CBD
- Entry fees and guided tour of Cradle Mountain National Park
- Visit to Sheffield "The Town of Murals"
- Coffee break at Campbell Town
- Food and drinks are available for purchase.
- 7:00 AM – Depart Hobart: Your journey begins bright and early with a departure from Hobart. After 1.5 hours, we stop for a break at Campbell Town, where you can stretch your legs, grab a coffee, and enjoy a light snack before continuing on.
- Sheffield – The Town of Murals: We will then head to the charming town of Sheffield, known for its vibrant murals that beautifully depict the area’s rich history and natural heritage. Take some time to wander the town's artistic streets, explore local galleries, and enjoy the creative atmosphere.
- Cradle Mountain National Park: Arriving at the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre, you’ll be ready to explore one of Tasmania’s most renowned national parks. Start with a visit to Dove Lake, where you have 3.5 hours to complete the scenic Dove Lake Circuit or choose from a variety of shorter walks to take in the stunning alpine scenery.
- Enchanted Forest and King Billy Pine Walks: Next, venture into the mystical Enchanted Forest and King Billy Pine Walks. These ancient, moss-covered forests are home to 4,000-year-old trees, crystal-clear streams, and abundant wildlife. Keep an eye out for wombats, wallabies, and the elusive Tasmanian Devil! Also, explore smaller walks like the Pencil Pine Falls or the historic Waldheim Chalet.
- Arrive in Launceston: From Cradle Mountain, enjoy a 2-hour scenic drive to Launceston, arriving around 6:00 PM. Your tour ends in Launceston, and hotel drop-off is available in the city’s CBD for your convenience. Add Launceston to Wineglass bay to Hobart the following day. Tour details HERE
- Option to bus back to Hobart at the end of the day. There is a 6:10 PM bus departing from the Kinetic bus station in Launceston. Your guide will drop you off there if communicated to them on the day. In the event of delays on the day, your driver will drop you off in Perth so you can connect with the same bus at 6:30 PM.
- Departs Hobart CBD hotels from 6.45am and arrives at Launceston CBD hotels at around 6pm.
- This experience is approximately 11 hours in duration.
- This experience includes transfer from Hobart CBD hotels to Launceston CBD hotels. Please contact the experience provider at the time of booking for pickup location and time.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cold and warm weather clothing
- Water bottle and snacks
- Camera
- Minimum age is eight years old
- This experience runs in all weather conditions
- Itinerary may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances
- Minimum of four participants for the tour to operate, you will be contacted by the experience provider and rescheduled, if minimum numbers are not met
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking, however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-AE94
- This experience is supplied by Tassie Tours Tasmania
