Australia · LAUNCESTON TOURS
Consider this the list you would text a friend who lands next week: 12 launceston tours that hold up on the day, each with what it costs and the thing worth knowing first.
Small-group Tamar Valley wine tour from Launceston with round-trip pickup, tastings at 3 to 4 vineyards, and lunch. Start 11:00.
“Great day, informative guide, Beautiful vineyards and winerys, huge lunch, Comfortable bus, Trip around the Tamar river is spectacular.”
50-minute Cataract Gorge cruise in Launceston on Lady Launceton, with live skipper commentary and a silent electric drive past cliffs and landmarks.
“it was a nice and relaxing activity. The skipper and audio provided knowledge about the gorge”
Cradle Mountain and Sheffield murals on a 10-hour coach tour from Launceston. Picnic lunch, guided walks, and UNESCO wilderness.
“Ben was fantastic and very knowledgeable also very professional and accommodating we would travel with you again if Ben was driver”
2.5-hour Tamar River cruise from Launceston into Cataract Gorge, with afternoon tea, fruit, and small wine and beer tastings.
“I loved this tour. Was very informative, the scenery was gorgeous. The staff were helpful, friendly and gave the appearance of loving their job. The snacks and wine and beer tasting was an added bonus. The time flew by so quickly. I highly recommend doing this.”
Small-group Tamar Valley wine tour from Launceston with hotel pickup, 4 tastings, lunch with wine, and a fun judge-the-wine tasting setup.
“We had an incredible day with Terry as our tour guide , every stop was perfect , with a lovely selection of wines. The highlight at the end for me was hinton bay wines. A personal, intimate and magical experience with a small but incredibly unique vineyard. Terry is so kind and knowledgeable and doesn’t rush the experience. Thank you so much for an unforgettable day!”
Small-group guided day trip from Launceston to Cradle Mountain with Dove Lake and Marion's Lookout options, Sheffield murals, and ice cream.
“Sensational, we loved it. Rodney was the perfect guide, plenty of great information without the inane babble. Get yourself to Cradle Mountain with this mob.”
4-hour Batman Bridge luncheon cruise in Launceston, Tasmania, with wine tasting, fresh lunch, and Cataract Gorge views on the Tamar.
“This tour was very special the location the bus driver Dave and the tour staff on location. I loved it and I would encourage everyone to go experience it for themselves.”
50-minute Cataract Gorge cruise from Launceston with live onboard commentary, silent electric drive, and up-close cliff views.
“Comfortable. Scenic. Well worth it. Affordable. Our granddaughter loved it as much as we did. Most certainly would do it again”
From Launceston, hike to Wineglass Bay views and explore Freycinet’s bays, then unwind at Devil’s Corner Winery.
“Day out with Rodney was good, he’s a competent driver having parking skills like few others and even making an early judgement to detour just as an accident (not ours) was occurring. Picking me up from my own accommodation was a nice touch. He was really easy to talk to, although I think he could have helped break the ice amongst us weary passengers (we ended up talking amongst ourselves, well, most of us), and be more interested knowing us, if just to make us feel comfortable. Nevertheless this didnt detract from the overall experience. Plenty of stops for eating breaks before the official lunch period. He was flexible with…”
Take a 50-minute open ticket cruise through Launceston’s Cataract Gorge on the electric Lady Launceton, with live skipper commentary.
“activité sans vrai intérêt juste une balade en bateau ⛵”
A 9-hour Cradle Mountain coach day trip from Launceston with Enchanted Forest and Dove Lake walks, plus a cheese farm lunch.
“Great day out despite cruel weather. Ben was a super guide. Knowledable and very safety conscious.”
Tasmania’s Hollybank Tree Ropes Course near Launceston. Self-guided 2.5 hours on high ropes, nets, bridges, and tightrope options.
“We absolutely loved our day at Hollybank! All the staff were super friendly and knowledgeable and the courses ranged from beginner to advanced to suit comfort levels. Definitely recommend this as a fun experience for kids and adults alike!”
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