Tasmania (Hobart), Australia

Flavors of Tasmania

Local Chocolates, Beer and Whisky Sample a selection of local treats and beverages during a journey into the Derwent Valley. After a short drive by motor coach, you will arrive at a chocolatier for a tasting of handmade chocolates infused with locally produced spirits. Continue through Hobart and into the Derwent Valley as your guide shares insights into the region’s emerging craft beverage scene and how it is shaped by the landscape. Arrive at Cascade Brewery, Australia’s oldest operating brewery, nestled amid lush gardens beneath Mount Wellington. Here, you will sample beers brewed with mountain water from the slopes above. Cap your excursion at Lark’s Pontville Estate, a historic 1860s property housing a distillery and cooperage, where you will learn about the Tasmanian whisky industry during a guided visit and tasting. After, return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.