Motorbike Tour Tasmania
Touring Tasmania on a motorbike is a much loved way of seeing our beautiful state. We have so many incredible places to visit here in North-East Tassie and you won’t be disappointed!
Whether it's coastal scenery or cafes, vineyards and farmers markets, there is something for everybody.
St Helens
The ride to St Helens for lunch at Meresta Eatery overlooking beautiful Binalong Bay, or the Lifebuoy Cafe in St Helens. Approximately 1.5 hours each way. A detour for lunch up the Pyengana Valley to spectacular St Columba Falls, an easy walk of approx 20 minutes each way through some truly beautiful bush and ferns. On the way back choose between the Pub in the Paddock, ( Have a look at the happiest pig in Tasmania..! ) or call in at the Pyengana Dairy Farm Gate Cafe for coffee and watch the “self milking” cows strolling into the stalls whenever they feel like it.
Bay of Fires
Known for its extraordinarily clear blue waters and white sandy beaches, the Bay of Fires is a must see if you are fond of the coastal scenery. Only 15 minutes from St Helens, it’s a great add on to your trip.
Bicheno
A great day’s ride would be down to Bicheno via St Helens, across to the middle of the Island via the wonderful Lake Leake Road, back up towards Launceston via Cressy and Longford. Finishing up and through Scottsdale, Lilydale and back to Derby. We’d suggest allowing 5 hours of riding time for this route without stops.
The Lobster Shack at Bicheno has spectacular waterfront views and drool worthy lobster rolls and fries, the perfect riding fuel. The ride south from St Helens has some of Tasmania’s most beautiful beaches right next to the road so there is plenty to see along the way.
Beaconsfield
Heading further west towards Launceston and the surroundings, a trip to the Beaconsfield Mining Museum is highly recommended. It is such a fascinating insight into the machinery and culture that have shaped Tasmania for the last hundred years as well as an expose of the mine itself.
Tamar Valley
Known for its abundance of wineries, the Tamary Valley region is a must do if you love a nice drop of Tassie vino.
Some recommended spots:
To find out more head to Wine Tasmania.
Bridport
A cosy seaside town that is popular amongst shack owners of Northern Tasmania. With expansive ocean views and everything you need in a small town, Bridport is a great option for lunch by the water.
The world-famous golf course Barnbougle and Lost Farm has a great affordable restaurant with spectacular views over the course to the ocean.
Launceston
Launceston is the largest city in Northern Tasmania and has plenty of spots to visit.
Every Saturday is the Harvest Farmers Market which boasts an array of local producers from whiskey to pork and pastries, and is a great place to experience the local life of Launceston. You can find it at 71 Cimitiere Street from 8:30am-12:30pm.
Some favourite spots in nature are the Cataract Gorge, City Park and the Seaport.
If you fancy ending the day with a wine tasting, Havilah on Charles Street is the cellar door for much loved local wine label Two Tonne.
Header image credit Tourism Tasmania and Rob Burnett.