Wine & Vineyard Hobart

Hobart’s not just a pretty face – it’s a city full of
history, charm, and local flavour! If you’re on a cruise and want to dive into
Tassie’s culture, history, and top-notch wine, our Hobart City & Coal River
Valley Shore Excursion is exactly what you’re after. Let’s go explore Hobart,
sip some wine, taste wicked cheese, and maybe even grab a cheeky photo with
your cruise ship in the background!
Tour Highlights
Historic Hobart City Tour
We kick things off with a guided tour of Hobart, uncovering over 40 iconic
spots in our charming capital. From hidden gems to landmark sights, you’ll see
it all – all with a local’s insight.
Coal River Valley Wine Region
Next, we’ll cross the Tasman Bridge and head into Tasmania’s famed Coal River
Valley – where the wine flows as freely as the conversation! This place is home
to some of Tassie's best wine.
Puddleduck Vineyard
Your first stop is Puddleduck Vineyard, a family-run gem where you'll get to
taste their delicious wines and enjoy a lunch that’ll make your taste buds
dance. Cheers to that!
Wicked Cheese Co.
No wine tour is complete without a little cheese, right? At Wicked Cheese Co.,
you’ll sample some of Tasmania’s award-winning cheeses – it’s like a cheese
lover’s dream come true.
Explore Richmond
Time to stretch those legs in the historic town of Richmond, famous for: Convict-built
Georgian architecture
Australia’s
oldest bridge still in use (seriously, it’s old!)
Quaint
shops, cafes, and galleries to browse at your leisure.
More Local Flavours
We’ve got one more stop at a carefully selected local cellar door for another
round of tastings. Let’s raise a glass to Tasmania’s unique wine varietals.
Scenic Photo Opportunity
Before we head back to the cruise terminal, we’ll swing by Rosny Point Lookout.
It’s the perfect spot to snap a photo with your cruise ship, Hobart city, the
Derwent River, and the mighty Mount Wellington all in one shot. Instagram, here
we come!
Tour Inclusions Guided
tour of Hobart city with full live commentary
Cellar
door tastings at two/three vineyards ( time dependant )
Visit
to Wicked Cheese Co. for cheese tasting
Free
time to explore historic Richmond
Complimentary
Tasmanian lunch platter at Puddleduck Vineyard
Whisky/gin/vodka
tasting option in Richmond
Driver
and commentary
Important Notes This
tour is designed for cruise ship passengers visiting Hobart. Departure and
return times are tailored to each ship’s schedule.
Pick-up
and drop-off are at the Centre for the Arts, located opposite to the
cruise ship terminal on Hunter St, Hobart.

This tour takes you to the historic Richmond village and local vineyards. Richmond has some of the oldest colonial buildings in Australia including the famous Richmond Bridge and Gaol with predates the better know Port Arthur. It contains many boutique shops and galleries. This tour commences visiting 4 premium vineyards in the Coal River Valley region, where you will sample a selection of fine Tasmanian wines. This tour also includes a light platter lunch at Puddleduck .
Your itinerary
We depart Hobart CBD at 09:30am where we commence our journey to the Coal River Valley for the 4 cellar door wine tastings selected from vineyards listed below:


Coal Valley Vineyard Amazing views over Barilla Bay

Puddleduck owners, Darren & Jackie extend a warm welcome to all of the visitors that come to experience Puddleducks. In an enjoyable & relaxed atmosphere, sample the award winning wine selections with your lunch platter
Pooley Wines On the outskirts of Richmond, on the Butchers Hill, sits the magnificent heritage listed Georgian building, Belmont Lodge. Here, the cellar door wine tastings are offered in the rustic charms of the sandstone stables.
Nocton Great variety of wines available on tasting
Wicked Cheese Award winning boutique cheese maker based near Richmond.
Richmond here you will enjoy a relaxed time to explore quaint galleries& boutiques. Visit the Drink Tasmania Tasting House and take advantage of our amazing Tasmanian spirits.
Departure: The Richmond & Wine Tour departs outside the Tasmanian Visitor and Information Centre, Hobart (corner of Davey & Elizabeth Streets) at 09:30 am on Friday

Drop off: Information Centre at approximately 4:15pm
Tour inclusions
Cellar door wine tastings at 4 vineyards in the Coal River Valley
Light lunch platter
Historic Richmond, with opportunity to visit St John’s Catholic Church & Richmond Bridge
Time to explore shops & galleries in Richmond
Wicked Cheese
Whiskey tasting optional extra at Drink Tasmania, Tasting House

Enjoy our personalised full day tour from Hobart. You will sample some Tasmania's finest cool climate wines and cheeses in the renowned wine growing region of the Coal River Valley. Enjoy a cheese platter at Puddleduck vineyard, and a tasting at a selected vineyard. scenic drive to the Museum of Old and New Art, MONA. arriving just before 12:00 midday
Whilst at MONA you have an option to taste the range of Moorilla wines and their award winning boutique beer; Moo Brew.
To enhance your MONA experience, we have included your return transfer back to Hobart via the MONA Roma ferry.
Your itinerary

We select two out of the four vineyards listed below for your morning tastings:
Nocton Vineyard set a bit deeper in the Coal Valley, enjoy a large assortment of premium cool climate wines
Puddleduck owners, Darren & Jackie extend a warm welcome to all of the visitors that come to experience Puddleduck. In an enjoyable & relaxed atmosphere, the award winning wine selections are sure to please whilst the delightful cheese platter is sure to hit the right spot!

Pooley Wines located on the outskirts of Richmond at Butchers Hill, sits the magnificent heritage listed Georgian building, Belmont Lodge. Here, the cellar door wine tastings are offered in the rustic charms of the sandstone stables.

Coal Valley Vineyard , offers sweeping views across the estuary of the Coal River and Pitt water Bay, relax with award winning Pinot's and Rieslings in quite possibly the most picturesque vineyard in the district.
What you need to know?

Departure : Tour departs outside the Tasmanian Travel and Information Center , 20 Davey Street Hobart ( corner of Davey & Elizabeth Sts ) at 9.15am each Sunday & Monday
Here you will be greeted by your tour host. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure.

Duration : full day

Tour inclusions:

Pick up from the Tasmanian Tourist Information Center, (cnr Davey & Elizabeth Street)
Cellar door wine tastings at 2 vineyards in the Coal River Valley
Cheese platter and premium wine tasting at Puddleduck vineyard
Scenic drive to MONA
Moorilla cellar door wine tastings/Moo Brew beer tastings optional extra
Entry fee to MONA Museum of Old and New Art
MONA ROMA return ferry to Hobart CBD