Tamar Valley Wine Region
Discover the Tamar Valley Wine Region from the River
Stretching along the banks of the Tamar River, the Tamar Valley is one of Tasmania’s most celebrated wine regions and a must-see destination for anyone visiting Launceston.
With vineyards, cellar doors, rolling farmland and picturesque river landscapes extending along both sides of the river, the Tamar Valley offers a unique combination of wine, scenery, food and regional character.
And while the Tamar Valley is famous for its cellar doors, there is another way to experience this remarkable wine region; from the water.
Join Tamar River Cruises and cruise through the heart of the Tamar Valley, taking in the vineyards and landscapes from a perspective you simply cannot experience from the road.
See the Tamar Valley from the Water
The Tamar River is at the heart of the region, winding through a landscape of vineyards, orchards, farmland, wetlands and historic riverside communities before opening towards Bass Strait.
Cruising along the river provides a relaxing way to experience the scale and beauty of the Tamar Valley while discovering the wine country that surrounds it. As you travel north from Launceston, the landscape gradually changes from the historic riverfront of the city to open countryside and vineyard-covered hills.
From the deck of the vessel, you can sit back, take in the scenery and enjoy the changing landscape as the Tamar Valley unfolds around you. It is a completely different, unforgettable way to experience Tasmania’s wine country from its most beautiful vantage point.
Cruise.
Sail through the Tamar Valley, surrounded by vineyards and breathtaking river scenery.
Taste.
Sample local Tamar Valley wines while cruising through the region they represent.
Experience.
Discover Tasmania’s renowned wine region from a unique perspective on the water.
A Wine Region on Both Sides of the River
One of the special features of the Tamar Valley wine region is that vineyards are found on both sides of the Tamar River, creating a diverse wine landscape that stretches throughout the valley.
The Tamar Valley Wine Trail loops through the region, connecting more than 30 vineyards and cellar doors across the eastern and western sides of the river.
On the West Tamar, vineyards are surrounded by rolling farmland, orchards and peaceful rural landscapes. The region includes renowned vineyards and boutique producers, with cellar doors offering everything from cool-climate Pinot Noir and Riesling to sparkling and other Tasmanian varieties.
Across the river, the East Tamar and Pipers River area is particularly renowned for sparkling wine. The region’s cool climate and growing conditions provide an ideal environment for producing elegant, premium sparkling wines.
From the river, you get to appreciate the relationship between the water, the landscape and the vineyards that make this part of Tasmania so distinctive.
Taste the Tamar Valley
Taste local wines onboard
On selected Tamar River Cruises, you can sample local Tamar Valley wines while cruising through the landscape where they are produced. Enjoy a glass of Tasmanian wine as the vineyards, farmland and river scenery pass by; connecting the wine in your glass with the landscape outside your window. It is a relaxed way to experience the region without rushing from cellar door to cellar door.
Why Explore the Tamar Valley by Boat?
A road trip through the Tamar Valley gives you access to its wineries and cellar doors.
A cruise gives you something different. From the river, you can appreciate the full scale of the Tamar Valley, seeing vineyards and rural landscapes from the water while travelling through the centre of the region.
There is no need to navigate winding country roads or plan which direction to take next. Simply step aboard, settle in and let the Tamar River become your route through wine country.
See the vineyards. Taste the wines. Experience the Tamar Valley from the river.
The Tamar Valley Wine Experience
The Tamar Valley is more than a wine region. It is a landscape shaped by the Tamar River, with vineyards sitting alongside orchards, farms, wetlands, historic towns and natural attractions.
The river itself is one of the defining features of the region and provides an extraordinary way to understand the relationship between Launceston and the Tamar Valley. As you cruise north, the urban landscape gives way to open countryside and the expansive scenery of the valley.
For visitors to Launceston, a Tamar River cruise provides the opportunity to combine Tasmanian wine, spectacular scenery and a relaxing river journey into one wholesome experience.
Cruise the Tamar Valley with Wine Tasting
Our Batman Bridge Cruise and Afternoon Discovery Cruise travel along the Tamar River, showcasing the landscapes, vineyards and riverside communities that make the Tamar Valley one of Tasmania’s must-see destinations.
Batman Bridge Lunch Cruise
Travel deeper into the Tamar Valley on our Batman Bridge Lunch Cruise, journeying north along the Tamar River through the heart of Tasmania’s wine country. As the city gives way to rural landscapes, you’ll see vineyards, orchards, farmland and riverside communities lining the Tamar. With local wine tasting available onboard, the experience brings together the landscape and flavours of the Tamar Valley as you cruise towards the iconic Batman Bridge.
Afternoon Discovery Cruise
Settle into a relaxed afternoon on the Tamar River and discover the scenery and character of the Tamar Valley. The Afternoon Discovery Cruise combines a leisurely river journey with opportunities to sample local wines while taking in the vineyards and landscapes surrounding the river. It is an ideal way to experience the Tamar Valley at a slower pace with local wine from the vineyards around you.
From Launceston to Tasmania's Wine Country
Just minutes from Launceston, the Tamar Valley offers an effortless escape into Tasmania’s celebrated food and wine country.
Winding along both sides of the Tamar River, the region is best experienced by cruise, where vineyards, boutique wineries and scenic countryside unfold from the water to form one of Tasmania’s most picturesque wine regions.
Whether you’re a passionate wine lover, a couple seeking a relaxed day out, or simply exploring the highlights of northern Tasmania, the Tamar Valley is an essential addition to any Launceston itinerary and there is no better way to experience the heart of this wine region than from the river that defines it.
Discover Tasmania’s Wine Country from the Tamar River
Discover the Tamar Valley wine region from a different perspective with Tamar River Cruises. Cruise through Tasmania’s renowned wine country, enjoy local wines onboard and take in the vineyards, farmland and spectacular riverside landscapes that make the Tamar Valley one of Tasmania’s must-see destinations.
Your Tamar Valley experience starts on the water.
Explore Our Tamar Valley Cruises
Batman Bridge Lunch Cruise – Cruise into the Tamar Valley and experience the vineyards, landscapes and local wines of northern Tasmania on our 4-hour linch cruise.
Afternoon Discovery Cruise – Relax on the Tamar River on our 2.5hr cruise, discover the beauty of the valley and enjoy a taste of local Tasmanian wine along the way.
