3-Day Tasmania Adventure: Devonport, Launceston, Cradle Mountain, Stanley & Coastal Wonders

Day 1: Launceston & Cataract Gorge

Devonport to Launceston, Tasmania, Australia on June 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Gear Coffee Roasters, Devonport

Kick start your day early with excellent coffee and a breakfast sandwich at this popular café. Open from 7am to 3pm.
AUD $15, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive from Devonport to Launceston

Scenic 1hr 20min drive east to Launceston, Tasmania’s second major city.
AUD $0, 1h20m

10:30am

Cataract Gorge Reserve

Explore walking trails, the suspension bridge, and the scenic chairlift (open 8am to sunset).
AUD $8 for chairlift, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Golden Lotus Chinese Restaurant, Launceston

Enjoy authentic Asian cuisine with a variety of traditional dishes from 12pm to 2:30pm.
AUD $35, 1h30m

2:00pm

Visit City Park Launceston

Relax and explore this beautiful historic park featuring Tudor-style kiosk, a fernery, and a Japanese macaque enclosure, open until dusk.
AUD $0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery

Discover local art, natural history exhibits, and cultural artefacts at the largest regional museum in Australia. Open from 10am to 5pm.
AUD $0, 1h15m

5:00pm

Overnight accommodation in Launceston

Check-in and rest to prepare for an eventful next day.
AUD $0, N/A

Day 2: Cradle Mountain & Coastal Stanley

Launceston to Cradle Mountain and Stanley, Tasmania, Australia on June 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Launceston

Enjoy an early breakfast to energize your day.
AUD $20, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive to Cradle Mountain

2hr 15min drive to Cradle Mountain National Park for nature immersion.
AUD $0, 2h15m

11:30am

Wombat Walk Path, Cradle Mountain

Walk a tranquil 2.5km path known for wildlife and forest views. Park open daylight hours.
AUD $40 park entry, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Cradle Mountain Café

Light meals and coffee available from 8am to 4pm at visitor centre.
AUD $20, 1h0m

2:30pm

Drive to Stanley

1hr 15min drive to the historic town of Stanley.
AUD $0, 1h15m

3:45pm

Whiskey Tasting at Hellyers Road Distillery, Stanley

Sample Tasmanian whiskey with tastings available until 6pm, by appointment or walk-in.
AUD $25, 1h0m

4:45pm

Visit Table Cape

Explore Table Cape’s coastal trails and enjoy panoramic views during the late afternoon light.
AUD $0, 1h0m

5:45pm

Drive to Bluff Beach and Meysey Bluff Lighthouse

Short drives to Bluff Beach for coastal views followed by Meysey Bluff Lighthouse for sunset scenery.
AUD $0, 1h15m

7:00pm

Return to Launceston accommodation

Drive approximately 1hr 30min back to Launceston for overnight rest.
AUD $0, 1h30m

Day 3: Nature & Coastline, Return

Launceston, Narrawntapu NP, Leven Canyon, Dover to Devonport, Tasmania, Australia on June 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel in Launceston

Early breakfast to start a packed last day.
AUD $20, 1h0m

9:00am

Drive to Narrawntapu National Park

1hr 15min drive to Narrawntapu NP, a wildlife-rich coastal reserve also known as Tasmania’s 'Serengeti'.
AUD $0, 1h15m

10:15am

Explore Narrawntapu National Park

Walk trails to spot wallabies, birds and enjoy untouched beaches like Coles Beach. Open daylight hours.
AUD $0, 1h30m

11:45am

Drive to Leven Canyon

45min drive inland to Leven Canyon for scenic lookout with dramatic river gorge views.
AUD $0, 0h45m

12:30pm

Leven Canyon Walk

Short walk to the canyon lookout providing breathtaking panoramas, ideal for photos.
AUD $0, 1h0m

1:30pm

Drive to Dover

1hr 10min drive south to Dover, a gateway to the scenic southern coast of Tasmania.
AUD $0, 1h10m

2:45pm

Explore Dover briefly

Quick visit to glimpse local charm and coast before heading towards Devonport.
AUD $0, 0h30m

3:15pm

Drive to Devonport

2hr drive north to finish your trip in Devonport by early evening.
AUD $0, 2h0m