In a delicious partnership with Gourmet Traveller, discover the unique flavours of Tasmania on a five-day luxury small-group gourmet tour (max. eight travellers). Travelling in a private vehicle, accompanied by an expert local driver-guide, take in the sandstone beauty of Hobart and enjoy four nights of heritage accommodation, exclusive vineyard tours, private tastings and gourmet dining experiences at some of the island's most creative projects.
Take a tour of the state's top sites and tipples: contemplate the collection at MONA art museum before a behind-the-scenes Moorilla winery Decanted Experience, tasting renowned vintages straight from the tank. Learn about the art of whisky-making with a tasting at Sullivans Cove Distillery, the most-awarded single malt whisky brand in the country. Visit cool-climate winery Frogmore Creek for some seriously good drops with canapés to complement, and stop by Willie Smith's Apple Shed, one of Tasmania's oldest orchards, for a delicious cider sampling.
Foodies will be spoiled for choice with extensive gourmet dining experiences showcasing the region’s exceptional farm-to-table produce, including a decadent six-course dinner at Templo restaurant, a two-course lunch at The Source at MONA, a delicious cheese platter at Wicked Cheese Co, fresh oysters and berries on Bruny Island and locally sourced long lunches at Frogmore Creek and Home Hill Winery.
Your tour includes:
- Four nights of luxury accommodation at the Islington Hotel — one of Tasmania’s most awarded hotels
- Daily breakfast and additional dining experiences per itinerary, including a two-course lunch with matching wines at MONA's The Source, lunch at Frogmore Creek, a half-dozen Bruny Island oysters at Get Shucked, and a two-course lunch at Home Hill Winery
- Private six-course seasonal dining experience at Templo restaurant
- Entry to MONA, with an upgraded one-way Posh Pit ferry ticket including complimentary drinks and canapés, served in an exclusive lounge
- Private guided tour of Moorilla, Tasmania's second-oldest vineyard, followed by a tasting room experience featuring 10 wines
- Visit Frogmore Creek with guided tasting tour and canapés
- Intimate tour and tasting at Sullivans Cove Distillery
- Return Bruny Island ferry ticket
- Cider paddle tasting at Willie Smith's Apple Shed
- Transportation in a private vehicle throughout the tour
- The services of an expert local driver-guide
- Return airport transfers
- All entrance fees, permits and sightseeing per the itinerary
Your journey takes you to: Hobart — Richmond — Huon Valley — Bruny Island — Hobart.
Private departures available: Choose a private tour and enjoy the luxury of touring in the exclusive company of family or friends (min. two, max. eight travellers). See the Fine Print for details.
Book with confidence: If you are unable to travel as a result of Government travel restrictions, Luxury Escapes will assist you with a date change, provide you with a credit or process a refund for your booking less any non-recoverable costs. See Fine Print for details.