An 8-hour tasting pilgrimage through the Tamar Valley’s vineyards and river vistas

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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.

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Location
Launceston
Operator
Discover Tasmania Tours
Category
Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
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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 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.

Lakes, mountains and the meandering Tamar River
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.

Regionally sourced pairings and local producers
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.

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.

Cellar‑door tastings across the Tamar Valley

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.

Lakes, mountains and the meandering Tamar River

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.

Regionally sourced pairings and local producers

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.

1
Couples & pairsIdeal: parties of two or more receive a shared cheese platter at a selected cellar door as part of the experience.
2
Small private groupsWell suited: private charters are available and priced for up to four guests, making this a good option for intimate private bookings.
3
Solo travelersSolo visitors can join the shared tour, but the complimentary cheese platter applies to bookings of two or more guests.
4
Large groupsNot ideal for large parties if you need a single private vehicle: the private‑charter rate covers a maximum of four guests.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to bring

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.

Inclusions

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.

Rates & booking

Per‑person and private‑charter rates are published for the tour (see operator pricing for current rates and private‑charter limits).

Booking Notice

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.