Wineglass Bay Explorer from Launceston | Tasmania
Experience the beauty of Wineglass Bay on this day trip from Launceston, passing through picturesque towns and countryside as you travel to this popular destination located in Freycinet National Park.
- Explore Freycinet National, known for its stunning coastal scenery, white sand beaches, and rugged granite mountains
- Embark on a guided walk to Wineglass Bay lookout, which offers amazing views of the bay and surrounding area
- Explore Wineglass Bay beach at your leisure
- Discover the historic town of Campbell Town and the Convict Brick Trail
- Take a break in the afternoon at Devil's Corner Winery site for a lunch that includes wine, pizza, oysters and other seafood, coffee, and ice cream
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1-Day Tour Wineglass Bay Explorer from Launceston
— What You Can Expect —
Depart from Launceston to Wineglass, located within Freycinet National Park. Travel through the well-preserved Georgian townships of Evandale and Campbell Town and make a short stop in Campbell Town, where you can collect some lunch to take along for the day ahead. You will have time to discover the Convict Brick Trail that extends through the town, visit the Red Bridge, and check out the tree sculptures depicting the history of the town.
Be greeted by the amazing view of The Hazards mountain range greet as you enter Freycinet National Park. Begin by stretching your legs on the Cape Tourville Lighthouse circuit. One of Tasmania’s Great Short Walks, this easy 20-minute walk provides spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding coastline.
Then it’s onwards to the main walk for the day. We walk as a group to the Wineglass Bay Lookout; this is a moderate uphill walk of around 60 minutes. Once at the top you are rewarded with that world famous view of Wineglass Bay and the stunning Freycinet National Park. Enjoy the moment, take in the views, and let our guide help you with those sought after photographs. The walk to Wineglass Bay Lookout is one of the Great Short Walks of Tasmania and requires good mobility and adequate fitness. It is 1.3 km uphill, before returning downhill.
From the Lookout, you have the option to return to the start of the walk with the tour guide, or for keen hikers, you can choose to spend the rest of your time completing the Wineglass Bay beach hike, and enjoy some time on the famous beach.
Wineglass Bay Beach hike is a 2.5-hour return walk and good fitness is required. The tour has ample time for you to do the full walk to Wineglass Bay Beach and return. Once on the beach, you can enjoy your lunch in this stunning setting, jump in the pristine waters for a swim, or wander along the white sands. This is one of the most rewarding walks in Tasmania to a stunning location.
If you prefer to select the shorter walking option, then return from the Lookout with the Tour Guide and you will have time to relax at Honeymoon Bay in the afternoon.
Re-group to get ready for the return journey. Your final stop on the East Coast is the stunning Devil’s Corner Winery, where you will have time to take in the magnificent view. On site, you can enjoy a wine tasting, wood fired pizza, fresh seafood, and ice cream all available at your own expense.
You will return to Launceston around 6.00 pm.
Inclusions
- Tour guide
- Entrance fee
- Transportation fare
- Other expenses not mentioned above
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Venues
- Arthouse HostelAt07:00View on Map
- Best Western Plus LauncestonAt07:10View on Map
- The Grand Hotel LauncestonAt07:00View on Map
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— What to Bring —
- Sensible shoes for walking
- A variety of warm and weatherproof clothing
- Hat and sunscreen
- Large water bottle, snacks, lunch (or buy it on the day)
- Camera
- Sense of adventure
Our tours are active and visits to the National Parks and wild areas that involve some walking. We focus on the great short walks of Tasmania. Although most of the walks are classified as easy, a suitable level of general health, fitness and physical abilities is essential. All tour participants will be participating outdoor, active activities, and therefore subject to the outdoor weather conditions of the day.
We educate all our guests on Minimal Impact Bushwalking and the Leave No Trace policy’s before entering our National Parks. We provide accurate interpretation and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimise negative impacts.
