HOBART PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
A Day of Cider, Gin and Cool-Climate Wine in the Huon Valley
A private, full-day tasting circuit from Hobart that pairs local spirits, ciders and wines with a seasonal lunch amid the rolling orchards and vineyards of southern Tasmania.
A Day of Cider, Gin and Cool-Climate Wine in the Huon Valley.
Meet your private guide in Hobart and set out for a full day through the Huon Valley’s lush, rolling countryside—an area celebrated for its artisanal producers and scenic coastline—sampling boutique distillates, farmhouse cheeses, local ciders and cool-climate wines along the way.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Birch’s Bay: Sheep Whey Gin and Farmstead Cheese
Begin with an extended tasting at a boutique distillery and cheesery in Birch’s Bay to learn how local producers turn sheep whey into an innovative gin and pair it with handcrafted cheeses.
Cygnet Cellar: Traditional and Contemporary Ciders
Stop in the artsy village of Cygnet for a relaxed tasting at a small family-run cider house, where traditional and modern ciders are made from locally grown apples and pears.
Willie Smith’s and a Boutique Winery
Enjoy a one-course seasonal lunch at Willie Smith’s Apple Shed in Ranelagh, then visit a nearby boutique winery to sample cool-climate Tasmanian wines while taking in vineyard views.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
This private, eight-hour tour unfolds as a relaxed tasting loop: a scenic drive from Hobart into fertile countryside, hands-on tastings at a distillery and cheesery, a cider stop in Cygnet, a seasonal lunch at Willie Smith’s Apple Shed, then an afternoon wine tasting at a boutique vineyard before a late-afternoon return to Hobart.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day suits — and who should check with the operator first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour is a full-day experience of approximately eight hours, departing from your Hobart accommodation in the morning and returning late afternoon.
Bring comfortable clothing for a day of short walks and tastings, any personal items you need for an eight-hour outing, and any dietary or allergy information to share with the operator in advance.
This is a private tour with a guide who drives the route; meeting point is your accommodation in Hobart at the scheduled departure time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the tour depart from and when?
The private tour departs from your accommodation in Hobart; you meet your guide in the lobby at 9:00 am.
How long is the 'Taste of the Huon' tour?
The tour runs for approximately eight hours, returning to Hobart in the late afternoon.
What producers will we visit?
The itinerary includes a boutique distillery and cheesery in Birch’s Bay, a family-run cider house in Cygnet, lunch at Willie Smith’s Apple Shed in Ranelagh, and a visit to a nearby boutique winery.
Is lunch included?
Yes — the day includes a one-course seasonal lunch at Willie Smith’s Apple Shed.
Is transport provided during the day?
Yes — a private guide will drive the route and return you to Hobart at the end of the day.
Is this suitable for people with mobility limitations?
Travelers with mobility or specific health requirements should check any restrictions or accessibility details with the operator before booking.