A Coal River VALLRY Experience
Locals’ Coal River Valley Wineries Tour: Boutique Cellar Doors from Hobart.
Discover the charm of the Coal River Valley on a relaxed, private day tour that blends boutique vineyards and local favourites. From playful cellar doors like Puddleduck to hidden gems such as Every Man and His Dog, it’s all about great wine, great stories and a laid-back Tasmanian vibe — just minutes from Hobart.
Luxury Comfort
Travel in style with modern, spacious vehicles designed for your comfort and relaxation.
Tasmanian Wineries
Enjoy a vineyard lunch with paired wine, and a day shaped by coastal views and local stories.
Curated Experiences
Enjoy handcrafted itineraries blending scenic exploration, fine dining, and cultural discovery.
Expert Local Guides
Be guided by passionate Tasmanians who bring each journey to life with insight.
Scenic Vineyards
Step Into Tasmania’s Boutique Wine Country – Where Stories Are Poured With Every Glass
Just beyond Hobart, the Coal River Valley unfolds like a quiet secret — a patchwork of boutique vineyards, colonial villages, and rolling countryside that feels worlds away but is only twenty-five minutes from the city. This is Tasmania’s oldest wine region, and while the bigger names get most of the attention, the real magic lives in the smaller cellar doors where winemakers pour their own wines, dogs wander past your table, and stories come out with every glass.
The Locals’ Coal River Valley Wineries Tour is designed for travellers who want the road less taken. Instead of racing between polished estates, you’ll spend the day meeting the makers themselves at hidden-gem vineyards like Puddleduck, Every Man and His Dog, Coal Valley Vineyard and Clemens Hill — character-driven cellar doors that locals actually love. It’s private, unhurried, and wonderfully personal.
This private day tour invites you to taste exceptional cool-climate wines, explore historic Richmond, and soak in the character of one of Tasmania’s most loved regions.
Your Coal River Valley Adventure:
Scenery, Food Boutique Wineries and Local Stories
Depart
Begin the Day With a Drive Tasmania’s Hidden Wine Country
Your private guide will collect you from your Hobart accommodation at 9am and lead you out of the city via the Tasman Bridge, heading north-east into the Coal River Valley. The drive is short but scenic, and along the way you’ll hear stories about Tasmania’s earliest settlers, the origins of the valley’s cool-climate wine scene, and why the locals quietly believe Coal River is Australia’s most underrated wine region.
Discover
Wander Historic Streets & Hidden Vine Rows
Richmond Village
Step into one of Australia’s most photographed historic towns. Richmond’s sandstone streets, artisan shops, and colonial buildings feel untouched by time. Walk across Richmond Bridge — Australia’s oldest stone bridge, built by convicts in 1823 — visit the heritage-listed church, and stop for a coffee or pastry at a local café before heading into the vineyards.
A Tailored Coal River Valley Wineries Route
Every Locals’ tour is shaped around your palate, pace, and the season. Your guide will map a route through the boutique cellar doors that best match your interests on the day — these are the character-driven wineries that give this tour its laid-back Tasmanian feel.
Optional third winery or artisan visit
If the day allows, your guide can tailor a final stop at a boutique cellar door — perhaps Every Man & His Dog, Pressing Matters, or Coal Valley Vineyard — depending on your palate and preferences.
Taste
Cool-Climate Wines, Vineyard Views & Seasonal Plates
Pooley Wines
Start the tasting journey with one of Tasmania’s most celebrated winemaking families. Their Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay are beautifully expressive of Coal River Valley’s terroir.
Puddleduck Vineyard
Puddleduck is all about enjoying wine without the fuss. Set around a pretty lakeside pond, this family-owned cellar door has a playful, welcoming atmosphere that feels a world away from the polished big-name estates. You’ll taste excellent sparkling and still wines — often with the makers themselves — and you can upgrade to a local cheese platter by the water if you’d like to slow the day down. It’s a guest favourite for a reason.
Every Man and His Dog Vineyard
One of the Coal River Valley’s true hidden gems. With its quirky name, laid-back vibe and genuinely unpretentious tasting experience, Every Man and His Dog is the kind of place you’d never find on a typical tourist tour. Guests often leave with a smile, a great story, and a new favourite Tasmanian wine. This is the exact cellar door that defines the Locals’ tour feel.
Coal Valley Vineyard
A small-batch, welcoming boutique winery where the focus is on honest wines and genuine conversation. The cellar door is intimate, personal, and deeply Tasmanian — exactly the kind of place locals take friends when they’re visiting from the mainland. Expect to meet the winemaker, taste limited-release drops, and enjoy tastings that feel unhurried.
Clemens Hill
Perched just above the valley floor, Clemens Hill pairs beautifully crafted wines with some of the best views in the region. The experience feels relaxed yet elevated — the kind of stop where you’ll want to sit outside with a glass of pinot and just take it all in. If the weather cooperates, this is often the day’s scenic highlight.
Craigow Vineyard
Rustic charm, quiet countryside surroundings, and wines that reflect the true heart of Tasmanian viticulture. Craigow feels authentic and unpolished in the best possible way — a reminder that great wine doesn’t need a flashy cellar door to be memorable.
Frogmore Creek
Enjoy a long lunch with vineyard views at this award-winning estate. The menu changes with the seasons, and your guide will arrange a table with a view overlooking the valley.
Return
Ease Back to Hobart With the Valley in View
As the afternoon softens, take a scenic route home through farmland and gentle hills, maybe pausing for a photo or a quick roadside treat. Your guide will return you to your accommodation or cruise port, with time to unwind and enjoy the rest of your evening.
With local produce, vineyard views, and local artisan spots you won’t find on the tour bus routes, this day is pure Tasmanian flavour — personal, scenic, and unhurried.
Journey Essentials & Pricing
Quick Tour Summary
Inclusions:
Private vehicle with local driver-guide, tastings at select wineries, lunch reservation at Frogmore Creek, and optional scenic or artisan stops tailored to your day.
Pickup:
09:00 am from your Hobart accommodation.
Food:
Cool-climate Pinot Noir and Riesling, boutique cellar door tastings, seasonal vineyard lunch, and the option to explore small-batch wines or handmade local produce.
Notes:
Private tour: 2 guests min (plus driver)
- Duration: ~8 hours
- Distance: ~210 km
- Food & wine (including lunch) are purchased separately.
Pricing
Per Person
2 people
$450
3 people
$350
4 people
$350
5 people
$300
6 people
$300
7 people
$290
Ready to Taste the East Coast Like a Local?
This isn’t about racing between tastings — it’s about slowing down and taking in the full picture: the wines, the stories, and the landscapes that make the Coal River Valley so unforgettable.
With a local guide and a private vehicle, your day unfolds naturally, from sipping world-class Pinot beside the vines, to walking the sandstone streets of Richmond, home to Australia’s oldest bridge and one of Tasmania’s most photographed villages.
Whether it’s your first time in wine country or your fifth, this tour offers more than a series of cellar doors , it’s a curated experience that blends taste, heritage, and the quiet beauty of Tasmania’s countryside.,
Unforgettable Journeys
Coal River Winery Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Coal River Valley Wineries Tour
What is the Coal River Valley and where is it in Tasmania?
The Coal River Valley is Tasmania’s oldest wine region, located just 25 minutes north-east of Hobart. It is home to more than 30 boutique wineries and heritage villages like Richmond, and is especially known for cool-climate Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay and sparkling wines. The valley sits between Hobart and the east coast, making it one of Australia’s most accessible premium wine regions.
How far is the Coal River Valley from Hobart?
The Coal River Valley is approximately 25 minutes’ drive north-east of Hobart — around 25 kilometres via the Tasman Bridge. Most wineries, including Puddleduck, Every Man and His Dog, Coal Valley Vineyard and Clemens Hill, are within a 10-minute drive of each other, making it easy to visit four or five boutique cellar doors in a single day.
Which wineries does the Locals’ Coal River Valley Tour visit?
The Locals’ Coal River Valley Tour focuses on boutique, character-driven cellar doors rather than the region’s largest estates. Anchor wineries include Puddleduck Vineyard, Every Man and His Dog Vineyard, Coal Valley Vineyard, Clemens Hill and Craigow Vineyard. Your guide tailors the route on the day based on your palate, pace and which cellar doors are at their best that season.
What is the difference between the Locals’ Coal River Valley Tour and the Gourmet Food & Wine Tour?
Both tours are private, 8-hour premium experiences at the same per-vehicle price. The Gourmet Food & Wine Tour focuses on the valley’s most prestigious estates (Pooley Wines, Frogmore Creek) with a refined vineyard lunch and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. The Locals’ Coal River Valley Tour focuses on boutique hidden-gem wineries (Puddleduck, Every Man and His Dog, Coal Valley Vineyard) for a more relaxed, laid-back “insider” feel.
How long is the Coal River Valley wineries tour?
The tour runs for approximately 8 hours, departing your Hobart accommodation at 9am and returning by late afternoon. The total distance is around 210 kilometres. The pace is deliberately unhurried, with time to meet winemakers, enjoy a relaxed lunch, walk the heritage streets of Richmond, and taste across four to five boutique cellar doors without feeling rushed.
How much does the Locals’ Coal River Valley Tour cost per person?
Per-person pricing starts from $290 for 7 guests, $300 for 5–6 guests, $350 for 3–4 guests, and $450 for 2 guests — so the price drops the more people you bring. A minimum of 2 guests is required, and food, wine and lunch are purchased separately on the day so you can tailor your experience.
Is the Coal River Valley worth visiting for wine lovers?
Yes. The Coal River Valley is one of Tasmania’s most respected cool-climate wine regions, producing world-class Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay and sparkling wines. Its concentration of boutique family-run wineries, combined with historic Richmond Village and easy access from Hobart, makes it ideal for wine lovers who want authentic cellar-door experiences rather than large commercial tastings.
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