Top 20 Experiences in Launceston
Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Launceston Including Lunch
Departing and returning to Launceston the Cradle Mountain National Park day tour allows you to experience the region on a fully inclusive, professionally guided tour for all ages. Tour Highlights: • Dove Lake walk • Glacier rock • Waldheim Chalet • Sheffield Murals
Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Your driver and wine tour guide will take you to the best wine experiences at a variety of Tamar Valley cellar doors. We include a generous menu lunch with Tamar Valley wine at a restaurant (or a fresh produce platter at a cellar door). Our wine tours are fully inclusive and have repeatedly been awarded excellent reviews on TripAdvisor. We increase wine tasting pleasure by telling the backstory of the region, its vineyards and winemakers. Our group size is usually 8 guests or less with solo travellers and groups welcome. All guests must be at least 18 years of age.
BIG 3 Tasmania - Launceston to Hobart - 3 Day Active Adventure
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.
Batman Bridge 4 Hour Luncheon Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings; churches, pubs and significant homesteads. Sample the rich diversity of life as we cruise past quaint riverfront communities, vineyards and farms, to the notable Batman Bridge. The Tamar Valley is steeped with romance and studded with bushrangers, explorers and tales of gold diggers. Australia's longest navigable estuarine river has many natural coves and protected inlets provide sanctuary for thousands of native water birds which can only be seen on the river.
Cradle Mountain National Park Day Tour from Launceston
Awaken your senses to the magnificent splendour that is Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park on this full-day tour from Launceston.
Half Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour
Short on time? The Half-Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour is perfect for you and is inclusive of a local cheese platter and a complimentary glass of wine. For the Half-Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour, we pick you up from your Launceston accommodation. You are then personally driven to each vineyard in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle by a fully-accredited, friendly guide. We visit three vineyards of various sizes and styles on this tour, but you set the pace. As with our full-day tour you will have the opportunity to meet and engage with winemakers and cellar door experts. You are able to take the experience home by purchasing wines at each of the vineyards we visit. Freight to your home is included and can be arranged if you wish. Following your afternoon out, we will drop you off at your Launceston accommodation. All your wine tastings, cheese platter and freight are included in the price of this tour.
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area.
2.5 Hour Morning Discovery Cruise including sailing into the Cataract Gorge
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley.
Full Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour
Our most popular Tamar Valley Wine Tour is a relaxing full day tour and is inclusive of a delicious lunch and complimentary glass of wine. For the Full Day Tamar Valley Wine Tour, we pick you up from your Launceston accommodation. You are then personally driven to each vineyard in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle by a fully accredited, friendly guide. We normally visit at least five vineyards of various styles and sizes on this tour, but you set the pace. At the vineyards you will have the opportunity to meet & engage with the winemakers and cellar door experts. You are able to take the experience home and purchase wines at each of the vineyards we visit. Freight to your home can be arranged if you wish. All your wine tastings and lunch are included in the price of this tour. Following your day out, we will drop you off at your Launceston accommodation.
Cradle Mountain Day Tour Private Charter Service
After departing Launceston, you will first enjoy a short stop in the historic village of Sheffield, the Town of Murals, before continuing on to Cradle Mountain. Cradle Mountain National Park is one of the five national park areas which together form the Tasmanian Wilderness World heritage Area. We continue our journey into the mountains, passing through the forests, plains and highlands, to arrive at Cradle mountain and Dove Lake – the World Heritage Reserve after a 2.5 hour road journey. From there, you have the opportunity to go on one many of Tassie's great short walks, from 30 minute returns to around 2 hour circuits with amazing mountain and lake views. On the return from Cradle Mountain, we will make a stop at Ashgrove Tasmanian Farm Cheese, where you will have the opportunity to taste some of Tassie's finest cheese.
Cradle Mountain Active Day Trip from Launceston
Cradle Mountain is a not to be missed highlight when visiting Launceston, Tasmania. Discover this amazing wilderness area as you enjoy 5-hours exploring the Cradle Mountain day walking area, with a variety of short and longer walking options. See beautiful Dove Lake, climb to a lofty peak for amazing views, discover the local wombats and the natural history of this World Heritage environment. 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 6km’s) • Or, take on the harder walk to the lofty views of Marion’s Lookout (medium grade 3 hours) • Explore the historic Weindorfers Chalet
Cataract Gorge Cruise 10:30 am
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area.
2.50 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departing at 3 pm
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley
Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Day Trip from Launceston
Our tours offer guests an active day walking in nature while enjoying the beautiful surrounds . On this tour we Visit Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park with opportunities to enjoy the local seafood, ice-cream & history along the way. Tour itineraries are fast paced and active designed to fit in as much as possible into the day, including hiking, sightseeing, and many stops along the way. We do offer shorter walking options for our guests wanting an easier day out. Highlights • Explore Freycinet National Park • Walk to the spectacular Wineglass Bay Lookout • Option to extend your walk to the white sands of Wineglass Bay • Visit beautiful Honeymoon Bay • Take in the spectacular 360 degree views on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse Walk • Devils Corner Winery, fresh seafood from Freycinet Marine Farm • Wine Tasting at Devil’s Corner (own expense) • Visit the historic town of Campbell Town and the Convict Brick Trail.
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Take a short guided tour of the scenic Tamar river on pedal powered canoes. The unique Mirage drive foot powered flippers let your legs do all the hard work while your hands are free to steer and take photos.
Cataract Gorge Cruise 9:30 am
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area.
2.5 hour Afternoon Discovery Cruise including Cataract Gorge departs at 1: 30 pm
Tour includes afternoon tea, live commentary, on-board wine and beer tasting, fruit selection and unlimited tea and coffee. Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launcestons riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings: St Mathias Church and the Rosevears Pub. Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communties, vineyards and farms, to historical Rosevears and Windemere districts. This fascinating collection of history, fauna and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire. The best vantage point to view the Tamar Valley.
Cataract Gorge Cruise 4:30 pm
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area
Cataract Gorge Cruise 3:30 pm
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston's unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890's style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area.