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Overview

"Join our Huon Valley Safaris for a Food, Cider, and Gin Tour. We will visit Mt. Wellington/Kunanyi and then take a picturesque journey through the Huon Valley, Cygnet and D'entrecasteaux Channel back to Hobart. Enjoy a riverside lunch. "

Huon Valley Safaris

Explore the history and craft beverages of Tasmania’s Huon Valley. Known for its apple orchards and cider-making, this tour offers a taste of the valley’s past and present.

Learn about the region’s apple history, enjoy cider tastings, and sample apple pie. Indluge in Tasmanian honey at The Honey Pot, enjoy exclusive ciders at Pagan Cider, along with a gourmet lunch. End the day at Grandvewe Cheese with unique gin, vodka, and cheese tastings.

This tour departs Hobart at 8:00 am and returns around 4:00 pm, ideal for history and beverage enthusiasts. Customizable for groups and cruise passengers.

Historically the Huon Valley was the centre of Tasmania's apple industry and has had a resurgence in recent years with the emergence of the cider industry.

We start the day by visiting Mt Wellington/Kunanyi and then meander our way through the Huon Valley, tasting and exploring its produce.

In the morning our guides will collect your picnic lunch from the Wursthaus Kitchen and you will be able to enjoy lunch by the Huon River.

The days itinerary:

• Mt. Wellington/Kunanyi visit
• Willie Smith Cider tasting
• Tastings at The Honey Pot
• Huon River picnic lunch with baguettes,
salad, meats and treats (Wursthaus Kitchen)
• Pagan Cider tasting
• Visit the town of Cygnet
• Grandvewe Cheese, Gin and Vodka tasting
• Guide extras on the day

Itinerary

Day Tour

Join us for a full-day adventure through the beautiful Huon Valley, where nature, craft spirits and history come together. Your journey begins with a scenic drive up to Mt. Wellington/Kunanyi, where you’ll enjoy stunning views of Tasmania’s southeast, the Tasman Peninsula, and Bruny Island. Then, we’ll head into the Huon Valley, known for its apple orchards and booming cider industry. Stop 1: Willie Smith’s Apple Shed and Museum Step into Tasmania’s apple history at Willie Smith’s. Taste a delicious apple pie with cider or choose from a selection of cakes while learning about the cider-making process. Stop 2: The Honey Pot Explore the world of Tasmanian honey at The Honey Pot, where you’ll sample different varieties, including the famous Leatherwood and Manuka honey. Stop 3: Pagan Cider In the charming town of Cygnet, enjoy a cider tasting at Pagan Cider, featuring unique flavors you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll also have lunch with a selection of gourmet baguettes. Stop 4: Grandvewe Cheese On our way back, we’ll stop at Grandvewe Cheese for tastings of local gin, vodka, and cheese, all while enjoying beautiful views over the ocean and hills. Join us for a fun and relaxing day exploring the best of Tasmania’s nature and flavors!

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