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Sometimes it can be a little tricky visiting somewhere for the first time. You find yourself asking questions like 'Where's a good place to get lunch?', 'Are the ducks friendly?', 'Is it possible to eat pizza and get a massage in my room?'
So we've taken out some of the guesswork and put together a few ideas about things to see and do while you're here. Whether you're into food and wine, history, adventure or just want to spend your time hanging with some of our furrier and feathered friends, you'll find all sorts of ideas below to make your stay as memorable as possible.
3 Day
Foodie Indulgence
Day 1 - Arrival
Settle in with a grazing platter followed by some Hot and Cold Therapy in Flame Space.
Once night falls head down to the Richmond Pub for dinner.
Day 2 - Explore Richmond on e-bikes
Breakfast at Ashmore on Bridge in the heart of Richmond
Explore the Village and the Richmond Bridge where you can feed the ducks.
Visit Amaze Richmond, the recently reopened maze experience and tea rooms.
Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at Every Man and His Dog or
head a little further down the road to Puddle Duck.
On the way home stop in at Littlewood Berry Farm. You can pick strawberries or enjoy a strawberry ice cream.
Next, visit Wicked Cheese, a working cheese factory and a well-stocked gourmet shop.
Head back to Aquila for some hammock time and a BBQ at Flame Space.
Day 3 - Adventure a little further afield
Enjoy a coffee in bed or visit parrot aviaries for feeding time with Alice.
Book in a farm tour at Barilla Bay, and try Tasmania Oysters and Abalone.
Afterwards enjoy a walk along Seven Mile Beach. Stretch your legs and bask southern ocean air.
Stop in for High Cheese at Coal River Farm (7 days) or
Enjoy wood-fired pizzas and wine tastings at Pooley Wines cellar door (12 - 3 Fri - Sun)
Get dressed up for dinner at Prospect Country House - Bookings are essential.
Day 4 - Check Out
All good things must come to an end, but that doesn’t mean you have to rush.
We recommend heading to Czegs for breakfast after you’ve checked out.
Don’t forget to visit the Richmond Chocolate Shop.
3 Day
Tipple Trail
Day 1 - Arrival
Relax with a grazing platter and glass of local pinot overlooking the valley
As the sun sets fire up the BBQ and enjoy a drink around the fire pot
Day 2 - Self-Guided Wine Tour
Enjoy brunch at Wattlebanks in Richmond
Explore the Coal River Valley’s numerous vineyards:
Nocton, Domain A, Pressing Matters, with lunch at either Pooley’s or PuddleDuck, then head to Every Man and his Dog, Frogmore Creek, Craigow
Dinner at the Richmond Arms Pub
Day 3 - Distillery Discover Day
Breakfast in your accommodation
Head off on a Drink Tasmania gin and whisky tour
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Visit Killara Distillery for a tasting or their Private Whisky Experience
Finish off with a visit to Drifters End Distilling and Spring Bay Distillery
Head back to Aquila for some Hot and Cold Therapy and a quiet night in
Day 4 - Check out
Breakfast at Ashmore on Bridge
Check out
5 Day
The Ultimate Coal River Valley Adventure
Day 1 - Arrival
Relax with a grazing platter and a glass of local pinot in your home for the next few days
Head down to the Richmond Arms Pub for some local pub grub,
Day 2 - Richmond Village
Settle in for a lazy breakfast at Ashmore on Bridge
Explore Richmond Village and feed the ducks at Richmond Bridge, you can get duck food from the Bridge Street Cafe.
Spend the Afternoon at Zoo Doo or Amaze Richmond
At the end of the day head back to Aquila for some Hot and Cold Therapy and a BBQ at Flame Space
Day 3 - Wine and Food Indulgence
Enjoy a quick in-room breakfast to start the day.
Book a half-day tour with Drink Tasmania or RotorLift Heli Tours
Then spend the afternoon indulging in an in-room massage.
Splash out for a 5-star dinner at Prospect Country House. Bookings essential.
Day 4 - MONA and More
Start with breakfast and coffee in bed
Enjoy a day trip to MONA and a drive up ‘the mountain’ at sunset
Followed by dinner on the Hobart Waterfront (Frank, Aloft, Peppina, Mezethes) or along the North Hobart Strip (OGEE, Barwa Izakaya, The Winston or Pancho Villa)
Day 5 - Explore the Peninsula
Visit the Tasman Peninsula
Get some photos at the Tessellated Pavement and a walk along Eaglehawk Beach
Visit Doo Town, the Blow Hole and Waterfall Bay Walk and grab some fish and chips
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Head to the Port Arthur Historic Site and the Remarkable Cave
Visit Bangor Shed for a wine tasting on the way home, followed by some takeaway from Sorell for your last night at Aquila
Day 6 - Check Out
Breakfast at Czegs in richmond
Check out
3 Day
Aussie Wildlife Adventure
Day 1 - Arrival
Enjoy a gourmet grazing box on the deck and see if you can spot a Wedgetail Eagle.
As dusk settles keep an eye out for the nocturnal Australian wildlife such as kangaroos, wallabies and possums.
Head out for dinner at the Richmond Arms Pub.
Day 2 - Explore Richmond on e-bikes
After breakfast head down to the parrot aviaries for Parrot Talk at 10am.
Explore Richmond Village - make sure you drop into the award-winning Pooseum - a quirky science museum dedicated to animal droppings!
Have a picnic with the ducks at the Richmond Bridge
Visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary to get up close with some of Tasmania’s native wildlife, including Tasmanian Devils and Eastern Quolls on a night feeding tour.
Finish the day with a pizza delivered to your room from Pizzarazzi Sorell.
Day 3 - Adventure a little further a field
Breakfast in Richmond Village.
Take a scenic drive down the Tasman Peninsula to Tasmanian Devil Unzoo - a unique wildlife experience that focuses on wild animals rather than captivity. Located one hour's drive from Aquila.
Lunch at Tasmanian Lavender Company
BBQ dinner at Flame Space at dusk for some more wildlife spotting.
Day 4 - Check Out
Enjoy your last morning with a lazy breakfast, and after check out make sure you stop at the Richmond Chocolate Shop for a few treats on the journey home.
3 Day
History Buffs & Puzzle Adventure
Day 1 - Arrival
Take a stroll around the grounds. Make sure to stop by the sculptures and look for the interactive signs. You'll have the opportunity to discover the history of our land, learn about the wine industry in Tasmania, and even hear a spooky tale about the famous Richmond Bridge.
Enjoy dinner in-room or a BBQ at Flame Space
Day 2 - Explore the Coal River Valley tourist region
In-room breakfast.
Book a Historic Richmond Riddle Me Adventure, where you'll explore the Coal River Valley with riddles to guide you through this prominent tourist region.
Dinner at the Richmond Arms Pub, just a two-minute drive from Aquila Eco Retreat.
Day 3 - Adventure a little further afield
Enjoy breakfast at Ashmore on Bridge Street.
Drive to Hobart and explore Hobart’s stunning waterfront.
Stroll through the shops in the historic buildings at Salamanca.
Tour Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum. This true-to-life museum duplicates the historic huts used by the team of men who went on the Australian Antarctic Expedition of 1911-14.
Lunch at T42 or Fish Frenzy - Two local institutions.
Drive to the top of kunanyi/Mt Wellington for amazing views.
Dinner in Hobart’s restaurant strip, North Hobart.
Day 4 – checkout
10am check-out
Late breakfast at Amaze Richmond, followed by trying to navigate your way out of the 2 mazes.
