Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery Tour

Discover Canberra's Wine and Craft Beverage Region

Spend a full day exploring the diverse beverage culture surrounding Canberra with Merry Heart CBR. This experience is designed for travellers, couples, friends and solo visitors who want to discover local wines, spirits and craft beer without worrying about driving between venues.

The tour combines several different experiences into one carefully planned day. Rather than concentrating exclusively on wine, the itinerary introduces guests to wineries, a distillery and a brewery, creating a varied tasting experience across the Canberra and surrounding regional areas.

The journey generally begins in Canberra, with pickup outside Novotel Canberra, before continuing towards Murrumbateman and nearby wine-producing areas. An alternative pickup is available from Abode Murrumbateman. The experience lasts approximately nine hours, providing plenty of time to enjoy tastings, lunch, conversations and regional scenery.

Explore Local Wineries and Vineyards

A major part of the experience is the opportunity to visit several local wineries. The itinerary can feature venues such as Helm Wines, Shaw Wines and The Vintner's Daughter, with the precise venue selection potentially varying according to availability.

Guests can sample local wines while learning more about the region and its producers. Depending on the day's schedule, visitors may discover a variety of red and white wines and have the opportunity to speak with venue staff about the production process and characteristics of the local wine region.

The tour is particularly suitable for people who enjoy discovering boutique producers and regional wines but would prefer a guided experience rather than planning individual winery visits.

The vineyard component also creates opportunities to enjoy scenic countryside views, take photographs and experience the relaxed atmosphere associated with Canberra's surrounding wine country.

Enjoy Lunch and Regional Food

The experience includes lunch, helping guests recharge during a full day of tastings. The published itinerary has included a pizza lunch at Four Winds Vineyard, although the specific lunch venue or arrangements may vary depending on the operating itinerary.

Shared cheese platters, snacks, water and soft drinks are also included. This combination of food and beverages gives guests an opportunity to relax between tasting sessions rather than spending the entire day moving from one tasting to another.

The social nature of the lunch makes the experience suitable for couples and groups of friends while also providing solo travellers with an easy way to meet other guests.

Experience a Distillery and Craft Brewery

After the winery portion, the experience continues with a visit to a regional distillery. The itinerary has featured venues such as Ambrosia Distillery, where guests can discover locally produced spirits and learn about the craft behind distilled beverages.

The tour then continues to a local brewery. Depending on the day's schedule, venues may include Capital Brewery or BentSpoke Brewing Co., or another suitable brewery.

This combination makes the experience different from a traditional winery-only tour. Guests can compare wine, spirits and beer while experiencing several aspects of the region's growing craft beverage scene.

The distillery and brewery visits also provide opportunities to discover different production techniques and local beverage styles in an informal and enjoyable environment.

Comfortable Transport and Tour Inclusions

The tour is designed so guests can concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than navigating between venues. The published tour details include an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi onboard, phone chargers, photo opportunities and the ability for passengers to connect and play their own music.

Tastings, lunch, shared cheese platters, water, soft drinks and snacks are included in the experience.

The published itinerary has previously operated with a morning departure from Jolimont Tourist Centre outside Novotel Canberra, followed by pickup from Murrumbateman, winery visits, lunch, a distillery and brewery visit before returning towards Canberra.

Guests should allow approximately nine hours for the complete experience.

The minimum age stated for this particular tour is 24, and minimum participant numbers may apply. Customers should confirm the current operating schedule, pickup arrangements, age requirements and venue lineup before booking.

Overall, this full-day experience provides a convenient way to discover the Canberra region's wineries, spirits and craft beer in one organised outing. With transportation, tastings, lunch and snacks included, it is particularly appealing to visitors who want a relaxed day of regional food and drink without the responsibility of driving.