Mount Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart

Highlights

  • Hear onboard commentary about the sights around Hobart and Mt. Wellington

  • Includes admission ticket to Female Factory Historic Site

  • Ideal for people with limited time

  • Pickup and drop-off provided from central Hobart

Summary

Depart Hobart for the drive to Mt. Wellington, whose summit stands at an elevation of 4,163 feet (1,269 meters). If the skies are clear, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Hobart and out to the De’Entrecasteaux Channel and Bruny Island. Admire the mountain’s rugged alpine setting, topped by snow in the winter, and check out natural rock formations like the Organ Pipes. Your tour takes in other sights during the drive between Hobart and the summit of Mt. Wellington, including St. David’s Park, Arthur’s Circus and the mountain town of Ferntree. Pass by the boutiques of Battery Point; see Anglesea Barracks, one of Australia’s oldest army facilities; admire fine examples of early Hobart homes in South Hobart; drive through Cascade Valley; pass through the different coastal and alpine ecosystems as you ascend the mountain; visit the remnants of the Female Factory, a one-time female prison; and see Macquarie Street.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Skip the hassle of renting a car to visit Mt. Wellington on a half-day tour from Hobart by coach. Head up to the mountain's summit where, on a clear day, you get great views of Hobart, Bruny Island, D’Entrecasteaux Channel, and The Organ Pipes rock formation. Your tour stops en route at the Female Factory Historic Site, and travels past other landmarks in the Hobart surroundings.

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup

  • English-speaking guide

  • Full commentary enroute to Mount Wellington

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Female Factory - a one time female prison

  • Entry/Admission - Cascades Female Factory Historic Site

  • Entry/Admission - Mount Wellington

  • Entry/Admission - Cascade Gardens

  • Food and drinks

  • Hotel drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Gray Line Tasmania Day Tours

About operator:

Gray Line Tasmania is a long established Tasmanian owned premium sightseeing company. Our quality day tours ensure you see the best that Tasmania has to offer. Some destinations include Maria Island, Port Arthur, MONA, Russell Falls, Huon Valley, Bay of Fires and Cradle Mountain. Sit back and relax and let us take you there!

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