A one-day whisky pilgrimage from Hobart’s sandstone streets to Tasmania’s most celebrated distilleries

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A one-day whisky pilgrimage from Hobart’s sandstone streets to Tasmania’s most celebrated distilleries

A private, eight-hour tour from your Hobart accommodation that pairs a morning walk through historic Battery Point with behind-the-scenes distillery visits and guided tastings at Spring Bay, Sullivans Cove and Lark.

A one-day whisky pilgrimage from Hobart’s sandstone streets to Tasmania’s most celebrated distilleries.

Duration
8
Location
Hobart
Operator
Premier Travel Tasmania
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Begin in Hobart’s compact capital—its preserved sandstone facades and nineteenth‑century streets set the scene for a day that moves quickly from coastal townscape to distillery benches. Across eight hours you’ll tour Spring Bay’s boutique operation, wander the Georgian village of Richmond for a light lunch, then sample award-winning single malts at Sullivans Cove and the family‑run Lark Distillery.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

From Hobart streets to craft stills

The day pairs an urban stroll through Hobart’s heritage precincts with intimate distillery visits—moving from Spring Bay’s boutique operations to the cellar door at Sullivans Cove and finishing at Lark, the island’s oldest working distillery.

THE CRAFT

Spring Bay: small‑batch tasting and provenance

Spring Bay Distillery in Cambridge offers behind‑the‑scenes access and guided tastings of whiskies and gins made using Tasmania’s East Coast water—an intimate introduction to the island’s raw materials and techniques.

THE ICONS

Sullivans Cove and Lark: award winners and revivalists

Visit Sullivans Cove—creator of multiple World’s Best Single Malt titles—and Lark, the family‑run distillery credited as the birthplace of Tasmania’s whisky revival, for cellar‑door tastings and a perspective on the island’s global reputation.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The tour moves at an unhurried, private‑tour pace: a morning walk through Hobart’s historic precincts and Battery Point, a first distillery visit at Spring Bay, a light lunch in Richmond, then two afternoon cellar‑door experiences—Sullivans Cove and Lark—each focused on tasting and the stories behind their whiskies.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private day suits best.

1
Whisky enthusiastsIdeal for those wanting focused tastings and behind‑the‑scenes access to Tasmania’s leading distilleries.
2
History and architecture fansGood match for travelers who appreciate Hobart’s sandstone streets and Richmond’s Georgian heritage woven into the day.
3
Food and light‑lunch seekersSuitable for those who prefer a modest midday meal in a historic village between tastings.
4
Private‑tour groupsThe tour’s private format fits small groups seeking a curated, chauffeured experience departing from their Hobart accommodation.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is an eight‑hour private day tour.

Meeting & Pickup

Pickup is from your accommodation in Hobart.

What to Expect

Visits include a mix of short walks in historic areas, a light lunch in Richmond, and distillery tours and tastings at Spring Bay, Sullivans Cove and Lark.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where does the tour start?

The operator collects you from your accommodation in Hobart.

How long is the tour?

The experience lasts approximately eight hours.

Which distilleries will we visit?

Stops include Spring Bay Distillery, Sullivans Cove and Lark Distillery, with time also in Richmond for lunch.

Is lunch provided?

A light lunch in historic Richmond is included as part of the day.

What makes Sullivans Cove notable?

Sullivans Cove is notable for winning the World’s Best Single Malt Whisky title in multiple years.

Who operates the tour?

The tour is operated by Premier Travel Tasmania.