LAUNCESTON BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
An 8-hour tasting pilgrimage through the Tamar Valley’s vineyards and river vistas
Discover Tasmania Tours runs a full-day, 8-hour Wine Tours Launceston that visits multiple Tamar Valley cellar doors with tastings, a shared cheese platter for two or more guests, and views across mountains, lakes and the Tamar River.
An 8-hour tasting pilgrimage through the Tamar Valley’s vineyards and river vistas.
Settle into a day that threads vineyards, orchards and river flats along the Tamar Valley: this eight-hour tour from Launceston visits a string of cellar doors where cool‑climate wines, local stories and sweeping mountain-and-river panoramas define the region.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Cellar‑door tastings across the Tamar Valley
The tour stops at multiple Tamar Valley wineries for cellar‑door tastings that showcase the region’s cool‑climate wines and the individual stories of each vineyard.
Lakes, mountains and the meandering Tamar River
Expect lakeside and mountain outlooks—some stops highlight lake and mountain views while the route follows the Tamar River as it winds north toward Bass Strait.
Regionally sourced pairings and local producers
A cheese platter is included for parties of two or more at a selected cellar door, and neighbouring cellar doors and on‑site producers add local character to the tasting stops.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Over roughly eight hours you’re driven from Launceston through the fertile Tamar Valley, stepping out at multiple wineries for guided cellar‑door tastings and regional insights; the pace is unhurried, with scenic stops punctuating tastings and a shared cheese platter for parties of two or more.
THE WINE ROUTE
Cellar‑door tastings across the Tamar Valley
The tour stops at multiple Tamar Valley wineries for cellar‑door tastings that showcase the region’s cool‑climate wines and the individual stories of each vineyard.
THE VIEWS
Lakes, mountains and the meandering Tamar River
Expect lakeside and mountain outlooks—some stops highlight lake and mountain views while the route follows the Tamar River as it winds north toward Bass Strait.
THE LOCAL TOUCH
Regionally sourced pairings and local producers
A cheese platter is included for parties of two or more at a selected cellar door, and neighbouring cellar doors and on‑site producers add local character to the tasting stops.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring payment for any cellar‑door tasting fees (tasting fees are not included) and any personal items you may need for an eight‑hour day trip.
A shared cheese platter is included for bookings of two or more guests at a selected cellar door; wine‑tasting fees and cellar‑door charges are not included.
Per‑person and private‑charter rates are published for the tour (see operator pricing for current rates and private‑charter limits).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Wine Tours Launceston experience?
The tour is approximately eight hours in duration.
Where does the tour start and finish?
Pick up and drop off are in Launceston CBD.
Is food included?
A cheese platter is included at a selected cellar door for bookings of two or more guests.
Are tasting fees included in the tour price?
No—wine‑tasting fees at cellar doors are not included in the tour price, as cellar‑door pricing can vary by venue.
Can I book a private tour?
Yes—there is a private‑charter option priced for up to four guests.
What are some typical stops on the route?
Stops commonly include Sharmans Wines & Josef Chromy, Tamar Ridge Wines, Moores Hill, Goaty Hill, Holm Oak and Iron Pot Bay, Lavender House (by appointment in July and August), Batman Bridge and viewpoints such as Brady’s Lookout.