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Signature Wine Tour Richmond & Coal River Valley

5 hours

Explore Richmond and the Coal River Valley on this premium small group wine tour departing Hobart CBD at 11:15am every Saturday. Sample local wines and cheeses at three boutique vineyards, discover historic Richmond, and soak up real Aussie hospitality with a curated taste of Tasmania's hidden gems.

Highlights

  • Discover the historic village of Richmond with its colonial landmarks
  • Enjoy cellar door wine tastings at three selected Coal River Valley vineyards
  • Sample award winning local cheeses at Wicked Cheese
  • Explore quaint galleries, boutique shops, and local cafes in Richmond
  • Taste Tasmanian cheese platters at Puddleduck Vineyard
  • Optional whiskey, gin, or vodka tasting at Richmond Tasting House

Inclusions

  • Cellar door wine tastings at three vineyards
  • Visit to Wicked Cheese for tastings
  • Guided tour of historic Richmond village
  • Opportunity to visit St John's Catholic Church and Richmond Bridge
  • Complimentary Tasmanian cheese platter at Puddleduck Vineyard
  • Time to explore shops, galleries, and cafes in Richmond (lunch at own expense)
  • Optional whiskey, gin, or vodka tastings

Description

Experience the best of the Coal River Valley with a curated wine tour that immerses you in Tasmania's stunning scenery and rich history. Depart from Hobart CBD at 11:15am every Saturday and spend your day uncovering premium vineyards, tasting award winning wines, and exploring the historic village of Richmond.

Start your journey at Wicked Cheese, sampling artisan cheeses before heading to Richmond. Here, stroll among centuries old colonial buildings, cross the famous Richmond Bridge, visit St John's Catholic Church, and browse boutique shops and galleries. You can also opt for a whiskey, gin, or vodka tasting at Richmond Tasting House.

The tour continues through the picturesque Coal River Valley, where you will visit three select vineyards from Nocton, Pooley Wines, Puddleduck, or Coal River Valley Vineyard. Enjoy cellar door tastings of Sparkling, Chardonnay, Rose, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and more, paired with a complimentary Tasmanian cheese platter at Puddleduck.

This relaxed five hour experience is a genuine Aussie adventure perfect for wine lovers and history buffs. Drop off is at the Tasmanian Visitor and Information Centre in Hobart, just in time to wind down after your taste of Tasmanian culture and flavour.

Additional Information

Start: 20 Davey St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Departure: Saturdays at 11:15am from outside the Tasmanian Visitor and Information Centre, Hobart (corner of Davey and Elizabeth Streets). Please arrive by 11:05am for check in. Duration: Approximately 5 hours. Drop off at the Information Centre. Vineyards visited: 3 of the following: Nocton, Pooley Wines, Puddleduck, Coal River Valley Vineyard. Exact selection varies by tour. Lunch: Enjoy free time in Richmond for lunch at your own expense at any of the local cafes.