Taste Of The Hunter from Sydney

Activity details

Explore the Hunter Valley’s celebrated wines and handcrafted produce on a relaxed small-group day tour from Sydney. Visit three boutique wineries and a distillery for guided tastings and behind-the-scenes tours at select venues, with curated cheese and chocolate pairings to complement the wines. A one-course restaurant lunch with a glass of wine, beer or cider is included, and an enthusiastic local guide shares fun facts and stories as you travel. Tours depart daily from Sydney, Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.

What’s included

• Transportation to and from your pick up location
• Guided tastings at three boutique Hunter Valley wineries
• Distillery tasting of gins vodka,
• Local cheese tasting
• Local chocolate tasting
• One course lunch with a glass of wine, beer or cider
• Small group commentary with local stories and music
• Experienced tour guide

Highlights

• Visit three boutique wineries guided by local experts
• Distillery stop with organic gin, vodka and liqueur tastings
• Curated cheese and chocolate pairings to complement wines
• One-course restaurant lunch with drink included
• Small-group experience with local stories and relaxed commentary

Additional information

Check-in details

Departs Sydney between 7:00am and 7:45am from multiple pickup points (three Sydney departure points noted). Returns to Sydney at approximately 7:00pm; return time may vary due to traffic.

Special requirements

• Tours require a minimum of six guests to operate.
• For dietary requirements advise in advance so the restaurant can cater accordingly.

Restrictions

• Tour operates daily except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Not weather dependent; itinerary may be adjusted due to operational factors.

Disclaimers

Tour operates subject to minimum participant numbers (six guests). Return times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and other variables. Venues and the order of visits may rotate; the guide will confirm venues and meal choices on the day.

FAQs

What is included in my public Hunter Valley wine tour?

Transportation to and from your pick up location, three wineries, lunch, the distillery, cheese and chocolate sampling.

What days do you operate the public Hunter Valley wine tours?

Public tours operate daily excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and are subject to minimum numbers.

I have allergies/dietary requirements. Will this be catered for?

Common dietary requirements (vegetarian, gluten free, lactose intolerance, nut or shellfish allergies) will be passed to the restaurant and catered for; advise in advance for uncommon requirements so we can confirm with the restaurant.

What wineries do we go to on a public Hunter Valley tour?

Wineries rotate among the region’s many cellar doors; the guide can advise which venues will be visited on the day.

What time do we get back to Sydney/Hunter Valley?

If returning to Sydney, expected arrival is approximately 7:00pm, though times vary due to traffic and other variables.

Is there a minimum number of people to run the tour?

Yes, a minimum of six guests is required for the tour to operate.

Will the Hunter Valley wine tour still run if the weather is bad? Can we reschedule our tour?

The tour is not weather dependent and will operate in most conditions; some tastings may be outdoors in warmer months.

Cancellations

If you would like to reschedule your tour, please provide us with 72hrs notice so we may assist you. There is a $25 rescheduling fee.

If you would like to cancel your tour, you must advise us more than 72hrs from your departure. A 20% cancellation fee will apply. Within 72hrs of departure, there is no refunds.