Huon Valley Food & Cider Safari
Indulge in a premium private food and cider day tour in Tasmania's Huon Valley. Depart Hobart at 8:00am for scenic views from Kunanyi Mt Wellington, cider and apple pie at Willie Smith's Apple Shed, honey and cheese tastings, lunch and cider at Pagan Cider, and time to explore Cygnet. Return by 4:00pm.
Highlights
- Scenic drive to the summit of Kunanyi Mt Wellington with panoramic views over Hobart and River Derwent
- Organic cider tasting paddle and apple pie at Willie Smith's Apple Shed
- Sweet honey tastings at The Honey Pot
- Sample handcrafted sheep's cheese, small batch gin and vodka at Grandvewe Cheese and Hartshorn Distillery
- Enjoy free time in Cygnet's quirky cafés and boutique shops
- Locally catered lunch and cider tastings at Pagan Cider
- Relax by the Huon River and explore the D'Entrecasteaux Channel
Inclusions
- All tastings, food, and entry fees
- Visit to the summit of Mt Wellington (weather dependent)
- Riverside stop in the Huon Valley
- Organic Cider Tasting Paddle and Apple Pie at Willie Smith's Apple Shed
- Cider tastings and lunch at Pagan Cider
- Cheese, gin, and vodka tastings at Grandvewe Cheese and Hartshorn Distillery
- Honey tastings at The Honey Pot
- Free time in Cygnet
- Short walk by the Huon River in Huonville
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Guided commentary throughout the tour
- Local private tour guide
Description
Experience the best of the Huon Valley with this premium food and cider safari departing Hobart at 8:00am and returning at around 4:00pm. Start your day with a drive to the summit of Kunanyi Mt Wellington, soaking up sweeping views over Hobart and the River Derwent.
Wind down forested roads into the heart of the Huon, stopping at Willie Smith's Apple Shed for an award-winning organic cider tasting paddle and a slice of their famous apple pie. Sample sweet local flavours at The Honey Pot, then visit Grandvewe Cheese and Hartshorn Distillery to try artisan sheep's cheese and unique gin and vodka distilled from whey.
Stroll through Cygnet, a relaxed town known for its creative cafés and riverside charm. Enjoy free time to browse boutique shops or simply soak up the atmosphere by the Huon River. Next, explore the rolling orchards of Pagan Cider, where you'll enjoy a locally prepared lunch with a sparkling cider tasting.
Finish the day with a scenic drive along the D'Entrecasteaux Channel and a stop by the river in Huonville. You'll head back to Hobart with your senses delighted and your soul refreshed. Please note, the drive to Mt Wellington's summit is weather dependent.
Additional Information
- This tour departs Hobart at 8:00am and returns at approximately 4:00pm.
- Visit to Mt Wellington summit is subject to safe weather conditions.
- All tastings, food, and entry fees are included.
- Hotel pickup and drop off are provided.