From pinot to paddock to plate
Coal River Valley Gourmet Tour — Food, Wine and Distillery Day from Hobart
A private Coal River Valley gourmet tour from Hobart — boutique wineries including Pooley Wines and Frogmore Creek, artisan food producers, a seasonal farm-to-table vineyard lunch, and a Waubs Harbour Whisky distillery experience. Just 30 minutes from Hobart, this is Tasmania’s most elevated food and wine day tour.
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.
COAL RIVER VALLEY GOURMET TOUR
Tasmania’s Finest Gourmet Food and Wine Tour in One Day
Tasmania’s Coal River Valley is one of Australia’s most celebrated cool-climate wine regions — and this private Coal River Valley gourmet tour puts you inside it, not just driving past it.
Thirty minutes from Hobart, this full-day gourmet tour takes you from estate to artisan, from cellar door to distillery. You will taste award-winning Pinot Noir and sparkling wines at Pooley Wines and Frogmore Creek, handcrafted artisan produce from the valley’s finest makers, a seasonal farm-to-table vineyard lunch, and a structured tasting at Waubs Harbour Whisky — one of Tasmania’s most acclaimed boutique distilleries.
Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply love to graze and sip your way through a destination, this private gourmet food and wine tour is Tasmania at its most elevated, relaxed, and deeply satisfying.
Food and Wine
All in One Seamless Day
Depart
Begin with a Scenic Drive Through Wine Country
Your private driver-guide collects you from your Hobart accommodation and heads east through the Coal River Valley — Tasmania’s premier gourmet wine and produce region, just 30 minutes from the city centre
Settle in for a day of indulgent discovery, with your guide sharing stories of local makers, regional traditions, and the flavours that put Tasmania’s food and wine scene on the global map.
Discover
A Full Day of Flavour, Culture & Craftsmanship
Morning Winery Tasting: Begin your Coal River Valley gourmet tour at Pooley Wines or Frogmore Creek — two of Tasmania’s most awarded cool-climate estates. Sample elegant Pinot Noir, Riesling, and sparkling wines with views over historic sandstone buildings and vine-covered hillsides.
Artisan Stop: Visit a boutique Coal River Valley cheese producer, chocolatier, or jam maker — handcrafted from Tasmania’s pristine local ingredients. Taste small-batch creations and learn how the region’s clean air, fertile soils, and passion-driven artisans shape every flavour.
Lunch Among the Vines: Enjoy a seasonal gourmet farm-to-table lunch at a top-rated Coal River Valley winery restaurant. Expect crisp sparkling wines, garden-picked greens, and slow-cooked mains — a standout moment on any private food and wine tour from Hobart.
Distillery Experience: In the afternoon, enjoy a structured tasting at Waubs Harbour Whisky — one of Tasmania’s most celebrated boutique distilleries, crafting award-winning Tasmanian single malt from pure local spring water. Learn the story behind the casks, the craft, and why Tasmania’s whisky scene is now recognised globally. This is what makes this gourmet tour unique among food and wine tours in Tasmania — a genuine world-class spirits experience
Final Indulgence: Optional stop at a chocolate shop, ice creamery, or cider house for one last sweet finish before returning to Hobart.
Optional Add-ons
- Oyster tasting at Barilla Bay or Bangor Vineyard Shed
- Extended whisky flight or distillery tour experience
- Visit to MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) after tastings for an art-and-flavour pairing finale
Taste
FROM VINEYARD TO TABLE — GOURMET FOOD AND WINE ON A PLATE
Enjoy tastings of handcrafted Coal River Valley cheeses, artisan truffles, sweet treats, and local preserves — each paired with Tasmanian honey or seasonal fruit pastes. Meet the makers behind these flavours and discover how the Coal River Valley’s pristine environment shapes its world-class gourmet food and wine identity. Throughout the day, you’ll sample award-winning wines and locally sourced ingredients, with lunch as a standout feature: a relaxed two-course gourmet meal celebrating seasonal, farm-fresh Tasmanian cuisine.
Optional upgrades include wine pairing menus, sparkling on arrival, or extended Waubs Harbour whisky flights for true connoisseurs.
Frogmore Creek Winery
Savour Tasmania’s premium gourmet food and wine at Frogmore Creek — one of the Coal River Valley’s most scenic vineyard restaurants. Your three-course lunch showcases seasonal produce and regional character, best enjoyed with a glass or flight of Frogmore Creek’s award-winning cool-climate Pinot Noir or Riesling.
Wine pairings optional. The view is included.
Pooley Wines
Hosted in an elegant sandstone estate in the Coal River Valley, your private Pooley Wines tasting is guided by a wine ambassador and may include limited-release and single-vineyard expressions. It is an intimate, unhurried experience designed to help you understand — and truly fall for — Tasmania’s cool-climate food and wine culture.
Return
Relax and Reflect on a Day of Indulgence
After a full day on one of Tasmania’s finest private Coal River Valley gourmet tours, return to Hobart in comfort. Your guide can offer dinner suggestions or arrange a final drop-off at your hotel or another local venue. Expect to arrive back with satisfied appetites, new favourite Coal River Valley labels, and perhaps a bottle of Waubs Harbour single malt to take home.
A private Coal River Valley gourmet tour — Pinot Noir and sparkling tastings at Pooley Wines and Frogmore Creek, artisan cheese and chocolate, a seasonal farm-to-table winery lunch, and a Waubs Harbour Whisky distillery experience, with optional sweet stops along the way.
Also exploring Tasmania? Discover our Coal River Valley boutique wineries tour for an intimate cellar-door experience with Tasmania’s hidden-gem makers, our private Bruny Island day tour from Hobart for fresh oysters and coastal scenery, our Locals’ Bangor Day Tour for a Tasman Peninsula coastal feast, or our Convict Tour Tasmania for a heritage journey through Port Arthur and Richmond Village.
Coal River Valley boutique wineries tour
Journey Essentials & Pricing
Quick Tour Summary
Inclusions:
- Private luxury transport and professional driver-guide
- Tastings at premium wineries and distilleries
- Two-course lunch reservation with flexible menu options
- Onboard bottled water and light refreshments
- Personalised itinerary tailored to your food and wine interests
- Pick-up and drop-off at your Hobart accommodation
- Optional add-ons and curated stops available
Pickup:
09:00 am from your Hobart accommodation.
Food:
Pinot noir, sparkling, and chardonnay tastings; local cheeses, small-batch chocolate, seasonal vineyard lunch, and a curated distillery experience — all perfectly paced and full of flavour.
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 Best of Tasmania — the Local Way?
This isn’t a whirlwind of wine stops, it’s a thoughtfully paced day designed for those who truly appreciate where their food and drink come from.
With a local host who knows the growers, makers, and vintners by name, you’ll not only sample Tasmania’s best flavours, you’ll understand the passion behind them.
Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply want a deeper connection to the island’s culinary culture, this tour delivers warmth, insight, and unforgettable taste.
Unforgettable Journeys
Food & Winery Highlights
Coal River Valley Gourmet Food, Wine & Distillery Day Tour
What is included in the Coal River Valley Gourmet Food, Wine and Distillery Tour?
The private full-day gourmet tour from Hobart includes luxury Mercedes transport, a professional driver-guide, hotel pickup and return, a morning winery tasting at Pooley Wines or Frogmore Creek, a boutique Coal River Valley artisan producer stop, a seasonal farm-to-table two-course vineyard lunch, a structured tasting at Waubs Harbour Whisky distillery, an optional sweet finish stop, and bottled water and onboard refreshments throughout the day.
How long is the Coal River Valley food and wine tour from Hobart?
The Coal River Valley Gourmet Food, Wine and Distillery Tour runs for approximately 8 hours, departing your Hobart accommodation at 9am and returning by late afternoon. The Coal River Valley is just 30 minutes from Hobart, so despite the full day of experiences, travel time is minimal — leaving more time for tasting, lingering over lunch, and exploring the distillery.
Is a private gourmet food and wine tour in Tasmania worth it?
Yes. Tasmania is internationally recognised for its cool-climate wines, world-class whisky, and award-winning artisan food producers. A private Coal River Valley gourmet tour gives you access to boutique estates and distilleries that group coach tours rarely visit — including Pooley Wines, Frogmore Creek, and Waubs Harbour Whisky. You travel at your own pace with a local guide, taste premium small-production wines and spirits, and enjoy a genuinely personalised experience ideal for couples, food enthusiasts, and small groups.
What is the difference between the Gourmet Food, Wine and Distillery Tour and the Coal River Valley boutique wineries tour?
The Gourmet Food, Wine and Distillery Tour visits Pooley Wines and Frogmore Creek — two of Tasmania’s most celebrated cool-climate estates — and includes a structured Waubs Harbour Whisky distillery tasting. The Coal River Valley boutique wineries tour focuses on smaller, personality-driven cellar doors including Puddleduck Vineyard, Every Man and His Dog, and Clemens Hill. Both are premium private tours in the Coal River Valley; the key differences are the specific wineries visited and the distillery experience included on the Gourmet Tour.
How much does the Coal River Valley Gourmet 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. The more people in your group, the lower the per-person cost. A minimum of 2 guests is required. Winery tastings and the Waubs Harbour Whisky distillery experience are included. Lunch and optional add-ons such as extended whisky flights or oyster tastings are purchased separately on the day.
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