A Week in Northern Tasmania - Launceston, Derby, Tamar Valley
A week in Northern Tasmania - it sounds idyllic to us!
We often get asked about pre- or post-Experience ideas for our guests, for which we love crafting something special for each of you. However, below would be our recommendations for a week in Northern Tasmania.
Day 1 - Arrive & Settle In
Arrive in Launceston and settle in to the small town feel. Find your accommodation and a cosy place to eat.
Stay: The Seven
Eat: Keep it simple with Stillwater in-room service
Locations discovered: Launceston
Day 2 - Blue Derby Pods Ride
Start your day one of our Blue Derby Pods Ride Experience. We'll pick you directly up from your accommodation. Full itinerary details here.
Stay: Blue Derby Pods Ride
Eat: Blue Derby Pods Ride
Locations discovered: Derby, Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
Day 3 - Blue Derby Pods Ride
Continue the journey of our Experience. On Day two you'll explore deeper into the world famous Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails. Full itinerary details here.
Stay: Blue Derby Pods Ride
Eat: Blue Derby Pods Ride
Locations discovered: Derby, Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
Day 4 - Blue Derby Pods Ride
Your final day with us (unless you opt for our 4-Day Experience)! You'll finish the day of riding grinning ear to ear at the bottom of the iconic Blue Tier trail. We'll then drive back to Launceston which completes your time with us. Full itinerary details here.
Stay: The Seven
Eat: Stillwater, dine-in at the much-acclaimed restaurant for a post-trip celebration
Locations discovered: Derby, Weldborough, Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
Day 5 - Pamper & Local Food
After three days of riding a mountain bike, a slower day pampering yourself and exploring Launceston's local food options is a must. Take some time at The House of Prana for a float, yoga session or massage or explore The Cataract Gorge on foot.
Stay: The Trig (hire a car to get out here) or The Florance
Eat: Sweetbrew, Bread and Butter, Bryher or Geronimo
Locations discovered: Launceston
Day 6 - Wineries & Day Adventures
Hire a car and explore the Tamar Valley wineries. Josef Chromy, Tamar Ridge Cellar Door and Turner Stillhouse are some of our favourites. Alternatively, see Northern Tasmania by air with a Unique Charters helicopter day trip.
Stay: The Trig or The Florance
Eat: Josef Chromy Winery or Mud Bar (dinner)
Locations discovered: Tamar Valley
Day 7 - Fresh Air & Fly Out
Your final day in Northern Tasmania. Join the locals for a final stroll exploring more of the trails around The Cataract Gorge before you fly home.
Eat: Saint John's Craft Beer for a casual lunch and beer or back to one of your favourites.
Locations discovered: Launceston
