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Private Wine Tours

In the hunter valley, hunter private tours.

Award winning private wine tours since 2012.

You’ll be chauffered in style – with luxury, privacy and sophistication unmatched by the usual group tour.

Create your own special day or we’re happy to make some suggestions – premium boutique wines, artisan cheeses, hand made chocolates, local gins & vodkas, craft beers – it’s all here!

We love creating those special days which are truly memorable – anniversaries, marriage proposals, romantic weekends!

We enjoy a fantastic reputation for our exemplary personal service and love to share our day with lovely people who share our passion for quality.

It’s your day – your exclusive private tour!

That’s our Guarantee!

We look forward to chatting with you!

John & the team at Hunter Private Tours

0408 987 057

Why Choose Us

We are born and bred Hunter locals and love to showcase the best of our gorgeous area with our special guests. We’ll do our best to accommodate your personal requests and can call on our many friends to make your day truly memorable. Our reputation means that you’ll receive VIP treatment throughout your day and meet passionate people who love the Hunter as we do!

Tour Details

Our tours are 6 hours  10am – 4pm We pick up from your accommodation* at 10am, returning at 4pm

Tour prices  $475.00  –  includes 4 guests Extra guests – $110 per guest (maximum 11 guests)

To start the booking process, first check our availability – we’ll respond very quickly, and if we’re available, our response will have a link to our online booking form.

Popular Lunch Ideas

There’s world class fine dining, cosy cafes, fabulous platters to share, and craft breweries with gourmet pub grub! To help out, we’ve created a list of popular local eateries with links to their websites – bon appetit!

Restaurants

Pubs & breweries, private tour enquiry, check availability, frequently asked questions, can we choose our tastings.

Every day is totally flexible – many guests have their own tasting wishlist but we’re happy to offer some suggestions – it’s good to remember that there may be some travel time between venues.

With tastings taking around 45-60 mins, we aim for 3 tastings before lunch and 1 or 2 tastings after lunch (depending on lunch and venue location, of course!)

What's included?

VIP treatment  for experiencing the best premium boutique wines and local produce.

Private charter  of one of our luxury vehicles.

Customisable tour  with optional extra activities (you choose).

Pickup and dropoff at your accommodation or agreed location within the main vineyards area.

Itinerary planning  – we’ll discuss your tasting preferences and create a personalised tasting itinerary, plus assist with bookings.

Personal attention  – we ensure that all bookings are confirmed and, during your tour, we personally introduce you to your venue hosts.

What's not included?

Tasting fees  – many of our venues have introduced a tasting experience charge, normally refundable with a purchase – these are either prepaid with online booking or payable on arrival.

Lunch  – there are just too many options and our guests love to choose their own style of lunch!  These links will help you decide!

We loved it!

Book your private tour today.

Copyright Hunter Private Tours

Pokolbin, NSW, Australia

EXPERIENCE AN ADVENTURE WITH SOME HUNTER VALLEY CHARM!

Hunter valley wine tour options.

Couples Private Tours

Enjoy a full-day or a half-day wine tour with that special someone.

Pick up from Hunter Valley/Newcastle

Tasting at 3-4 boutique wineries

Vodka/Gin tasting

Lunch Stop (lunch not included)

Stop at artisan cheese and chocolate shop

Last hour is free time

All wineries booked and tasting fees paid

With a half-day tour, you may choose to have no scheduled stop for lunch, graze with a cheese paired tasting or we can book you into one of our most recommended wineries at a small cost

$200 per person

Private Group Half-Day Afternoon Wine Tour

Perfect if you have limited amount of time to explore the Hunter Valley.

Tasting at 3 boutique wineries

$115 per person

Shared Group Tours

Come along on one of our pre-packaged wine tours to the best wineries in the Hunter Valley.

Lunch Stop at Huntlee Tavern (lunch not included)

$130 per person pick up from Hunter Valley $145 per person pickup from Newcastle

Sydney to hunter valley tours.

Book now so we can show you around the beautiful Hunter Valley for a great experience!

Pick up to/from Sydney

Minimum 4 people

Private vehicle and driver/local guide

Tasing at 3 cellar door tastings

Spirit tastings

Visit to the cheese and chocolate shop

Lunch spot booked (lunch not included)

$180 per person

Private Group Full-Day Wine Tour

Explore the Hunter Valley as we take you on a private tour to the region's awarding cellar doors and hidden gems.

$150 per person

Van/Bus and Driver

Hire a van and one of our professional drivers for the day.

Plan your own tour

Choose your own venues

Luxury air conditioning van

7-hour hire

Perfect for groups of any size

Groups up to 11 people $850 Groups 11 to 20 people $1500

Looking for a Hunter Valley Getaway?

Personalised service means you get exactly the experience you want. Our professional and friendly team are available with on-call service. 

We have wine tours and experiences to suit all desires and budgets that can be fully customised or curated for you by our expert team. 

Day tours and packages available for 1 - 200+ people. 

Transfer services from Sydney or Newcastle airports, Sydney suburbs, Central Coast and Newcastle for you, your family and friends, your whole wedding party.

Child-friendly vehicles, car seats for babies, toddlers and children free of charge.

Come with your friends and have a group getaway to remember with our Ultimate Weekend Away packages which include accommodation, door to door transfers, pampering and massages, winery tours and breakfast hampers. 

Join us on winemaking days, popcorn and wine pairing at Stomp!, cheese and chocolate tasting, brewery tours, winery tours and top it all off with a shot of chilli vodka at the Hunter Distillery. 

The Hunter Valley Winery Tour Experience

Hunter Valley  Wine Tours Done  Your Way

Have an idea of what you'd like your weekend to look like but don't want to be locked into the out-of-the-box options that come with most package tours? Or perhaps you'd like some flexibility while you're even on the tour or weekend so that if you're enjoying something you can stay and mix the itinerary up on the day?​

With our custom package, we curate the day exactly how you want it to look, and our guides on the day are there for you to make your day look and run however you might want it to. 

All the adventure, none of the stress. 

Heart of Hunter Tours

Private tours of the hunter valley wine country.

Tours and Pricing

Why Choose Us

Private tours, wine education, your tour guide, clive.

Clive is a wine lover with a deep love of the Hunter Valley. He has an immense knowledge of the Australian wine industry, particularly the wine makers and wines of the Hunter Valley. He has been coming to the Hunter Valley since the mid-1980s to visit cellar doors and attend wine functions. His love of wine extends beyond his own personal collection. He enjoys celebrating the history of wine, and ... Read More about About your tour guide, Clive

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Hunter Valley Wine Tours

Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury, Cessnock, and surrounds, as well as Newcastle and the Central Coast.

Experience our 5-star rated Wine Tours of the Hunter Valley featuring wines, craft beers, and spirits!

At Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours, we offer you a complete snapshot of the boutique wines, local craft beers, unique cheeses and chocolates, and medal-winning vodkas, gins, and liqueurs that make our region a foodies paradise. Our Hunter valley wine tours are customisable to any group’s interests and needs.

Our experienced team is proud Hunter Valley locals who love sharing the stories and uniqueness of our region with friendly smiles. Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours is a Quality Tourism Accredited Business and a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence winner, so when you come on board with us, you know that a fun, friendly, and professional experience awaits you at a great value price.

Hunter Valley Tour Options:

Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour

Great Value, Economical Shared Bus Tour

With craft beer, vodka/schnapps, cheese, and chocolates

Available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays

$130pp including wine tasting + spirits tasting fees

Perfect for groups of 2-10 people

A mix of wine, craft beer, vodka, schnapps, and gin

Fun small group atmosphere … multiple groups with an economical per person price – great value for small groups and couples!

Fast and easy set itinerary tour with all venues booked for you

One low upfront price – no hidden booking fees at the checkout!

A Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour

Perfect for groups of 8-24 people!

Custom itinerary – choose your venues, start later/finish earlier, design a beer+spirits tour or a wine-only tour, or a combination!

Available 7 days – Saturdays, Sundays, and Mon – Fri

One of our 13, 20 or 24 seat buses is exclusively reserved for your group

Specialty tours available for hen’s parties and corporate groups

Wine-tasting tours are perfect for birthdays, family celebrations, or an epic day out with friends… done your way!

Shared Bus Wine Tour of the Hunter Valley

Available from your local Hunter Valley accommodation and Newcastle 

Wine tasting

Spirits tasting

Craft beers and ciders

Chocolate & Cheese shop visits

Fun & friendly group atmosphere

All the organisation taken care of!

Leave the bottleshop behind and discover unique wine styles, boutique beers, and gourmet chocolates. With delicious food and wine, spectacular surroundings, and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, you will have all the ingredients necessary to create a fabulous and unforgettable trip!

• Visit 3 cellar doors for tasting presentations where you can sample great selections from a mixture of boutique producers and more established vineyards

• Taste up to 8 different wines at each venue, including whites, reds, sparkling varieties, dessert wines, and blends unique to the winemaker

• Spirits tasting … excite your taste buds with vodkas, gins and schnapps at Small Mouth Vodkas (flavoured vodkas and gin with shimmering edible glitter!) or the Hunter Distillery or Kiss of Fire Liqueurs outlet (flavoured butterscotches)

• Sample varieties of  local craft beers and ciders or enjoy a cocktail (optional – at your own expense)

• Visit the Smelly Cheese Shop – a mini cheese tasting

(Standard cheese tasting only …. dairy free/vegan cheese unavailable)

• Stop at the Pokolbin Chocolate Company Shop for treats that are soooo worth the calories!

• Lunch at either 4 Pines at the Farm Brewhouse , Ironbark Hill Brewhouse , The Valley Brewhouse , Nineteen Bar & Bistro ,  Harrigan’s Irish Pub , Huntlee Tavern  (enjoy a selection of both light and hearty meals to suit a variety of tastes and budgets with most meals around $30-$40 (own expense)

• Small minibus group tours – fun and social tours with mixed small groups on a 13 or 20-seat bus

• All tours are personally taken by one of our friendly and knowledgeable local drivers who are committed to ensuring you have the best Hunter valley tour

• Relax in style and comfort, knowing everything is organized for you

Hunter Valley accommodation pickups

$130pp – Available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

Includes wine tasting and spirits tasting fees*

Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Newcastle

$145pp – Available Saturdays

Hunter Valley Tour – Inclusions:

• Door-to-door service from your Hunter Valley or Newcastle accommodation with no additional fees for certain suburbs – check out our list of suburbs below
• A friendly Hunter Valley local as your guide and driver who is dedicated to ensuring your group has the best day possible!
• Air-conditioned minibus – 13-seat or 20-seat bus
• Cellar door, lunch, and table bookings – everything is organised, so you don’t have to worry about the itinerary – just jump onboard ready for a great day!
• *Cellar door and distillery tasting fees (wine tasting and spirits tastings at the venues organised by ourselves for the tour), Cheese and Chocolate shop visits
• All booking and transaction fees are already included in the advertised price – no sneaky fees at the checkout!

Items You’ll Need To Bring (not included):

• Lunch – we always visit venues on this tour where the majority of meals are $30-$40pp. You can bring your own lunch if you wish (please let us know if you intend to do this using the “Special Requirements” box at the checkout so we can update the venues as to numbers). Vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options are usually available. However, they cannot be guaranteed.
• Bottles of wine, food items, gifts or wine/beer/cocktails by the glass

Which cellar doors do we visit on the Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour?

We mix and match the 3 we pick from this list, so every tour is slightly different. We aim for a mix of boutique and mid-sized cellar doors and try to support locally owned and operated venues rather than the large corporates that you see in bottleshops. It’s time to shake it up and taste something different!

Some of the cellar doors that we usually visit include the following:

Ernest Hill wines Ridgeview wines Hunter Wine Lab Briar Ridge wines Blueberry Hill wines Travertine wines The Garden Cellars Tintilla Estate

McLeish Estate Allandale wines Gartelmann wines Kelman Estate Hermitage Road cellars Oakvale wines Harkham wines Saltire Estate

Pickups from your Hunter Valley accommodation:

Available:  Friday, Saturday and Sunday for Full Day tours (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Years Day)

Pickups:   Between approx. 8.30am-9.45am (most central Hunter Valley areas such as Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury, and Cessnock are picked up between 9am-9.45am)

Our Hunter Valley Wine Tours pickup from accommodation venues in:

• Elderslie, Dalwood, Branxton, and surrounding areas

NB: We do not pickup from Wollombi or Laguna on this tour. Quorrobolong pickups are available for bookings of 4 people or more.

Special Note:  Please indicate your exact pickup address/accommodation venue on the booking form. We will advise you by the Wednesday before your tour of your pickup time. Pickups from Hunter Valley venues are timetabled according to the bookings for the day.

Returns and drop off : Approx. 4.45pm-5.30pm 

Ages:  You must be over 18 years old to book this tour. We do not allow pets on this tour.

Pickups from Newcastle:

Available:  Saturdays only

Newcastle Pickups:  Available from most Newcastle hotels, private residences and AirBnbs (if you’d like to check if pickup is available from your location prior to booking please use our contact form below).

Newcastle pickups are between 8am and 8.45am.

Newcastle drop-offs:  Approx. 6pm-7pm

Have a question about our shared bus Wine Tours of the Hunter Valley?

We’d love to meet your group and have you onboard, so please use the form below to ask a question about our Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour. We can usually reply within 2-3 hours (guaranteed reply within 24 hours). All messages come straight through to the mobile phone!

Or send us an sms on 0403 001154

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What do guests say about our Hunter Valley Wine Tour s?

Firstly and foremost I want to thank you for your help in organising our wine tour. Your communication has been impeccable and I could not thank you enough for all your information about the wineries, options for us to choose, your recommendations and just the ease of booking everything without an ounce of stress on my part. Our tour went without a hitch. All the girls loved it and it was everything we were all hoping for. I will absolutely be recommending your business to everyone that will listen! Our driver Jeff was fantastic so a massive thank you to him as well. I will definitely be booking again in the future, thank you again!

Christie B :

Just wanted to pass on that we had a fabulous time on our tour over the weekend!

Grant was a blast! He was great value, made everyone feel comfortable, and had a wealth of knowledge. The Hunter Valley wineries we visited were lovely (Ernest Hill was our favourite) and a perfect spot for lunch.

Really appreciate the extra service with the Newcastle drop-off and pick-up. We would absolutely come back again and will highly recommend to friends and family

I’m so happy I booked a wine tour with Tastes of the Hunter for my 30th birthday! Thanks to Suzanne, the whole booking process went smoothly, and it was so easy. Things couldn’t have been better on the day. Our driver, Kevin, was very patient and made sure everyone was always fine.

Everyone on the tour agreed that it was an amazing day. We can’t wait to come back and do another tour with Tastes of the Hunter

Looking for the Best Hunter Valley Tours? Check out Tastes of the Hunter …

Enjoy the friendly atmosphere of a mini bus – without the hassle of arranging your tastings or organising venues

Air Conditioning 

Sound system

Friendly and experienced guides

Tour with a Hunter Valley local

Every Tastes Of The Hunter tour is taken by a friendly Hunter Valley wine region local who is passionate about striving to exceed expectations and offering your group a personal experience.

Need a custom pickup time? Travelling from Sydney in the morning? A special surprise for a birthday, anniversary, hen’s day?

Just ask … if we can make it happen, we’ll do it!

At Tastes Of The Hunter Wine Tours, we are big enough to offer you the quality and professionalism you expect and small enough to offer the personal service you deserve. This is why you’ll find the best Hunter Valley wine tour and deals on offer when you book with Tastes of the Hunter.

ATAP accredited  tour operator

5 Star Reviews on Trip Advisor, Facebook and Google

Frequently Asked Questions about our Hunter Valley Wine Tours

Shared bus tours such as our Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour ($130pp for Hunter Valley pickup and $145pp for Newcastle pickup) are the most economical option. The Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour includes: – Cellar door and distillery tasting fees. – Pickup and drop-off to your Hunter Valley accommodation (and all transfers between venues). – The tour organisation (you don’t need to book any venues). Private hunter valley wine tours start at $1145 for a 13-seat bus, which is charged per bus rather than per person. So the more people you have, the cheaper a private tour can be.

Yes! Our Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour price includes 3 cellar door tasting fees (at the cellars we have organised for the tour) and 1 spirits tasting.

No! We pride ourselves on our affordable Hunter Valley wine tours being as economical as possible, and there are no sneaky booking fees or transaction fees applied at the checkout. These are already included in the $130pp price for pickup from your Hunter Valley accommodation and the $145pp price for Newcastle pickup.

Lunch is at your own expense on the day. We always visit casual lunch venues where the majority of meals are available for $30-$40 per person. The lunch venues are usually 4 Pines at the Farm Brewhouse, Ironbark Hill Brewhouse, The Valley Brewhouse, Nineteen Bar and Bistro, Huntlee Tavern, or Harrigan’s Irish pub. All offer a range of pub favourites, including gourmet pizzas, gourmet burgers, steaks, chicken schnitzel, salads, etc.

Vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options are usually available (however, they cannot be guaranteed). Please let us know when you book if you have any special dietary requirements.

The actual tour component is between 10am and 4.30pm (it can run as late as 5pm if we are delayed at any venues). Pickups occur before 10am, drop-offs occur after 4.30pm/5pm and are based on distance from Pokolbin (i.e., we start with outer areas and work our way towards Pokolbin/Rothbury/Lovedale/Cessnock with these pickups usually occurring between 9.15am and 9.45am). We’ll send you an email by the Wed/Thurs morn before the tour with your exact pickup time, venues and driver details.

Our drivers aim to get as close as possible to your Hunter Valley cottage, as many of the properties in Pokolbin, Rothbury, and Lovedale have long driveways. This is usually possible 99% of the time. However, our drivers always put the safety of other passengers first. Therefore, if it isn’t safe for the bus to reach the exact location of your cottage (e.g., steep/rough terrain, slippery gravel road), we’ll give you a call and negotiate a safe place to pick you up as close as possible to your accommodation. Please note: Pickups from Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort and Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley are usually from the bus zone outside the main reception area, as the roads to the individual villas are quite narrow and unsuitable for minibuses.

Our Hunter Valley tours from Newcastle pickup directly from residential addresses in Newcastle or from outside of your Newcastle hotel (we may require you to walk around the corner if directly outside of your hotel is a “no stopping” zone). You don’t need to arrange additional transport to meet the bus at a designated meeting point. We come to you!

To keep things simple and affordable, we charge one price for pickups from the Hunter Valley ($130pp) from the suburbs we can pick up from (see above). If you request a pickup from an outer Hunter Valley suburb (e.g., Maitland, Rutherford, Singleton, Elderslie, Dalwood, Quorrobolong, Broke, etc.), your pickup time will be earlier (in the range of 8.30am – 9am). Suppose you have a small number of guests (e.g., 2-4 people). In that case, it is advised that you contact us to check if we can fit you into the existing pickup schedule for a particular date. The pickups we are able to do can depend on the other guests already booked in.

The Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour has a set itinerary, so you don’t need to book any venues. Just hop on board, ready for a fun day and a snapshot of the wines, beers, and spirits the Hunter is famous for! If you need a tour where you can choose your own venues (and you have 8 or more guests), then you can check out our private tours of the Hunter Valley .

Craft beer paddles/schooners of craft beer etc., are available for purchase at 4 Pines at the Farm Brewhouse (around $20 for a paddle of 4 beers) and Ironbark Hill brewhouse (around $18 for a paddle of 4 beers/ciders), The Valley Brewhouse, Huntlee Tavern and Harrigan’s Irish pub. These are optional and come with a guide sheet for a self-guided tasting.  Please note:  The prices above are a guide, and venues can change their prices without notice.

The Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (Saturday only for Newcastle pickups). If you have a group of 8 people or more and would like a private tour (with a similar itinerary or one you can fully customise!) on a weekday (Mon – Thurs), check out our options for private wine tours of the Hunter Valley ).

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P R I V A T E  T O U R S

H A L F  D A Y 

Private Hunter Valley Tour $350 - 2 Adults      

Available on weekdays only -  Mon to Fri          Local pick up - 11am or 1pm (Tour Duration 4 hours)

Enjoy 3-4 cellar door, brewery or distillery tastings and the option to visit the cheese and chocolate stores.

We create custom tour itineraries and every day we visit different cellar doors. Generally, we’ll plan your itinerary based off your pickup location in order to maximise the day, however if you do have any specific venues in mind, just let me know.

Includes: Private luxury vehicle with local guide, bottled water.

Not included: Lunch / Cellar door tasting fees

Tasting fees are charged at most cellar doors and do vary significantly. Prices for a standard tasting start at $10pp and can go up to $30pp depending on the venue and tasting experience. For this reason, tasting fees are not included in the tour rate.

With a Half-day Tour you may choose to have no scheduled stop for lunch, graze with a platter or food paired tasting or we can book you into one of our most recommended Café’s or restaurants.

Casual Café - Baume, Café Enzo, Restaurant Cuvee, The Goldfish, Cru bar + Pantry - 1 Hour required

Fine dining - Muse Kitchen, Bistro Molines, Circa 1876, The Gates, Esca Bimbadgen - 2 Hours required

Graze  – Choose a cellar door that offers cheese platters or food paired

tasting experiences. 

Picnic – Enjoy a picnic hamper on the lawn at selected vineyards.

F U L L   D A Y 

Enjoy 4-6 cellar door, brewery or distillery tastings and the option to visit the cheese and chocolate stores.

We create custom tour itineraries and every day we visit different cellar doors.

Generally, we’ll plan your itinerary based off your pickup location & lunch venue to maximise the day, however if you do have any specific venues in mind, just let me know.

With a Full-day Tour we offer the flexibility to plan your day, your way. You may select to simply graze with a platter or food paired tasting, enjoy a quick Café lunch or settle into one of the Hunter’s best restaurants for a fine dining experience.

Graze  – Choose a cellar door that offers cheese platters or food paired tasting experiences.

Private Hunter Valley Tour $450 - 2 Adults                 Local pick up - 11am (Tour Duration 6 hours)

Private Hunter Valley Tour for Two $1200 - 2 Adults                             Local pick up from - 11am

(Tour Duration 5 hours)  

The most luxurious tour package in the Hunter Valley.

Our Road + Air tour is THE perfect choice for your special occasion - Birthday, Anniversary or perhaps a Marriage proposal! On this fully inclusive 5-hour tour we pick you up direct from your local accommodation and we’ll visit a selection of award winning and iconic cellar doors whilst enjoying some of the most decadent tasting experiences available. There is no better way to see the beauty of the Hunter Valley in just one day so we’ll take you into the air with an exhilarating private helicopter scenic flight over the vineyards.

Select your preferred signature experience

Brokenwood MATCH - Enjoy a self-guided, seated wine and food flight with a selection of 6 Brokenwood wines  matched with bite-sized canapés.

The EPIC Tasting experience at Hungerford Hill – A mini degustation of Hungerford Hill wines matched to bite sized dishes.

Seated cellar door tasting at Tulloch with a local cheese and charcuterie board

Seated cellar door tasting at Scarborough - Classic Range

Seated cellar door tasting at our Mystery Location.

Private scenic flight for 2.

Cheese & Chocolate stores.

Please note: Epic Tasting experience is not available on Sunday or Monday

CITY TO VALLEY

Private Hunter Valley Tour for Two - Sydney to the Hunter from $1500 - (2 Adults) Pick up - 8am (Tour Duration 10 hours)

Whether you're an international guest with a short window for exploration or perhaps a Sydneysider looking for a quick trip away from the hustle and bustle. 

Enjoy 4-5 cellar door tastings and a visit to the cheese and chocolate shops.

We generally travel to the valley on the scenic route 33, through beautiful countryside and begin our first tasting in the historic area of Wollombi, from there we'll make our through Mount View where you will enjoy another tasting before arriving in Pokolbin which is the heart of Hunter Valley Wine Country.

Choose your preferred lunch style -

Casual lunch at a Café such as Café Enzo, Baume, The Goldfish etc

- 1 Hour required

Fine dining restaurant such as MUSE, Bistro Molines, Circa 1876 etc

-  2 Hours required

$1500 Pick up from Sydney CBD

$1600 Pick up from Sydney Airport

Includes: Private vehicle and driver/ local guide, bottled water and a Hunter Valley magazine.

SYDNEY TO THE HUNTER STOP OVER

Want to spend the night in the Hunter Valley?

If you have the time we can be available for the full day tour with drop off at your preferred local accommodation so you can spend the evening and relax after your tour.

The following morning we can pick you up upon check out for transfer back to Sydney.

Hunter Valley Wine Tours

From pokolbin, lovedale, rothbury, or sydney.

Our guided small group Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney or Wine Country are unique. We visit the best boutique wineries to give the best tasting experience.

Why to choose a Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Day trip?

Visit hunter valley.

Hunter Valley is famous for its wines before anything. This hidden gem is located North of Sydney in New South Wales. A Hunter Valley wine tours takes around 3 hours to reach from Sydney and is approximately 230 km away from the capital city of NSW.

About Hunter Valley

The oldest wine region of Australia and the region boasts over 150 boutique wineries. Moreover wine tasting, Hunter Valley is a famous destination for families and kids during the summer holidays. Its rolling green hills and abundance of things to do make it a perfect destination for anyone.

Taste of Hunter Valley 

The oldest wine region of Australia and the region boasts over 150 boutique wineries . Moreover wine tasting, Hunter Valley is a famous destination for families and kids during the summer holidays. Its rolling green hills and abundance of things to do make it a perfect destination for anyone.

LOOKING FOR OTHER SYDNEY TOUR OPTIONS RATHER THAN HUNTER VALLEY WINE TASTING TOURS?

Our Sydney tours portfolio includes Blue Mountains private tours ,  Southern Highland & Kangaroo valley country excursions ,  Port Stephens Dolphin watching day trips ,  Koala & Kangaroo encounters , Sydney city private tours and Australian pearl experiences. All our sightseeing tours are accompanied by an expert driver-guide to give you a memorable experience.   

Hunter Valley Wine Tour ITINERARIES

Hunter Valley is a paradise for food and wine lovers. A winery tour to Hunter Valley from Sydney visits some of the best boutique and elegant wineries to learn the art of winemaking, taste the best of Semillon the world can produce, and enjoy the beautiful countryside. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a wine sommelier, we have created several Hunter Valley wine tours that suit your needs. We guarantee our Hunter Valley Wine Tasting tour options will exceed your expectations too. All Hunter Valley day excursions are led by one of our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides.

Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tours

(Full-Day Private Tour)

Sydney, Pokolbin & Cessnock Pickup

A full-day trip from Sydney OR Pokolbin to the Hunter Valley wine region and the most popular tour option among travellers. The itinerary includes visits to three to four different tasting venues (wine & spirit and a stop at the chocolate shop and cheese factory.

From A$ 150.00 pp | Private & Small Groups | Tasting fees included | Visit 3 to 4 Hunter Valley cellar doors | 6+ hours transport

Tour Details

Hunter Valley Wine & Wildlife Tours

(Full Day Private Tour)

Sydney to Hunter Door-to-Door Service  

This is a full-day trip that departs from Sydney to Wine Country and covers wildlife experiences and wine tasting . A stop at Walkabout Wildlife Park or Hunter Valley Wildlife Park gives you time to encounter Kangaroos & native Australian wildlife before a glass of wine.

From A$ 150.00 pp | Private & Small Groups | Tasting fees included | Visit 2 Hunter Valley Wineries | 6+ hours transport

Wine, Cheese & Chocolates

(Private Experience) 

The best Hunter Valley wine-tasting tour that we recommend for wine lovers who like to pair their wine with chocolate + cheese. The private tour price includes wine tasting with a cheese and chocolate pairing from selected Hunter Valley boutique wineries.  

From A$ 190.00 pp | Private & Small Groups | Tasting fees included | Visit 3 to 4 Hunter Valley vineyard visits | 6+ hours transport

Hunter Valley Half Day Wine Tours   

(Private Tours)

Pokolbin, Lovedale & Rothbury Pickup

Spend the morning in the Hunter Valley tasting the best wines produced in the region. Travel in style and taste from two to three pre-selected boutique cellar doors of wine or spirits (tasting fees included!). Visit the chocolate or cheese factory after lunch to taste artisan local delicacies.  

From A$ 110.00 pp | Private & Small Groups | Tasting fees included | Visit 2 to 3 Hunter Valley cellar doors | 4+ hours transport

Hunter Valley Food & Wine Tours

( Private Tours )

Sydney OR Hunter Valley Door-to-Door Service  

This is a full-day private trip that departs from Sydney OR Wine Country in a luxury Mercedes Benz mini coach. The tour includes tasting from a trio of cellar doors (wine, beer or spirits) and lunch from a pre-selected venue. A visit to the chocolate factory is recommended at your own expense.

From A$ 220.00 pp | Private & Small Groups | Tasting fees & lunch Included | Visit 3 to 4 Hunter Valley vineyard visits | 6+ hours

Hot Air Balloon & Wine Tours

(Private Experience)  

From Sydney to Wine Country Tours

Enjoy the Wine Country in Style! Float around Australia’s oldest wine-growing region in a hot air balloon and make memories & take selfies in a lifetime. You will be rewarded with vistas of the sunrise and 360-degree panoramic views. Visit a duo of wineries to enjoy the best wines the region produces.  

From A$ 150.00 pp | Private & charter groups | Tasting fees included | Visit two best Halliday 5-star Hunter Valley cellar doors incl distillery tasting  | 8+ hours 

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Best Wine Country Tours

There’s no better way to experience Australia’s oldest wine region than with a private guided day tour from Sydney to Hunter Valley wine country. At Sydney Top Tours , we’re committed to delivering the best possible experience you crave for the smallest groups as couples to larger groups such as hen parties . All our tours are tailor-made to suit individual tour groups’ requirements.

You have the choice to choose from one of our pre-planned tours such as Hunter Valley wine and wildlife tours from Sydney or customize a tour with your specifications. The customised day tour options don’t end only in wine tasting, though. Perhaps your group can book a hot air balloon ride for a panoramic view of beautiful vineyards or a cheese-making master class. Get in touch with us and we can help by tailoring our tours to each part’s needs and preferences.

Things to do in wine country during Hunter Valley Wine Tours

Wine Tasting

Hunter Valley Gardens

Gourmet Food Experience

Take Hot Air Balloon

Cheese Tasting

Distillery Tasting

Chocolate Tasting

Koala Encounter

Beer-o-clock

Wildlife Spotting

Hunter valley wine tour inclusions, door to door pick up and return.

All our tours offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service from Sydney or Wine Country.

Free refreshments

Enjoy unlimited bottled water throughout your day trip to Hunter Valley and return.  

Flexible cancellation policy

Our flexible cancellation policy excludes tasting fees to offer you peace of mind.

Visit the best boutique wineries  

We have researched and developed relationships with the best-in-class boutique wineries in the Hunter region .

Knowledgeable guides

All our Sydney tour guides are experts in the industry who have completed over 50-day trips to Hunter Valley.

AC transportation 

Air-conditioned and near-new vehicles in our fleet for all tours departing from Sydney OR Wine Country. 

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Frequently asked questions (faq) of hunter valley wine tours.

Hunter Valley vineyards are located approximately 245 km to the North of Sydney and it’s a roughly 3-hour drive via Pacific highway.

For out of state travelers who plan on flying into Sydney Airport, we recommend booking your flights, accommodation, and airport parking in advance, to ensure that your day trip to Hunter Valley is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Mention on your booking if you need an airport pick up with flight details and arrival time.

Our preferable time to take a day tour to Hunter Valley from Sydney is between September to November where the weather is pleasant. From the beginning of December to the end of February are the harvest time and best time for grape picking. However, the weather is not the best and the temperature could be reached near 40c in mid-January.

The ‘best winery’ could be subjective, for example, there are many wineries who have named as 5-star wineries by Halliday wine companion and the top of the list are Brokenwood, McGuigan, and Tyrells. If you are looking for a relaxed atmosphere and the best customer service, Gartlemann wines in Lovedale is our recommendation. We have written a blog on the best wineries in Hunter Valley -based on awards they won recently. 

Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest wine region and counted for over 150 very small to mass production cellar doors.

There are few cellar doors that offer free wine tasting, for example, Sobels wines in Pokolbin. However, most of Hunter Valley cellar doors charges from 5 to 10 $ per head for wine tasting and will reimburse on a purchase. The premium or single-vineyard tasting could be expensive as 25 to 50$ per head.

If you book a Hunter Valley tour with Sydney Private Tours , our guide will recommend and take you to various styles of cellar doors as per booking conditions. However, if you decide to self-drive to Hunter Valley, stop at the Hunter visitor information center at 455 Wine Country Dr to get some recommendations of cellar doors, and also a map of the region. Decide who will be the sober bob before starts your wine tastings as there are many police petrol cars at any given time around Pokolbin, Cessnock, and Lovedale areas.

The predominant grape variety planted in Hunter Valley is Semillon and widely used for dessert wines. Apart from Semillon, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Verdelho are the other grape varietals that you can taste in a Hunter Valley day trip from Sydney. Some cellar doors offer the option to do a comparison with wines produce in Orange and Mudgee NSW as well.

It all depends on the cuisine you want to have or your budget. If you are after an exclusive sit-down style meal on your Hunter Valley wine tasting tour, our recommendations are Baume at Lindeman’s cellar door, Amandas on the Edge or Bistro Molines. Usually, a lunch will price at $50 per person in these Hunter Valley restaurants . Harrigan’s Irish Pub, Foghorn Brewery and Twine restaurant are other lunch options or there are few cafes at the Hunter Valley Garden for lunch that would cost less than $20 per person.

• Cancellation policy – 2 weeks’ notice; full refund. 7 to 14 days of departure – 50% cancellation fee. Less than 7 days, loss of full fee. Tasting fees and online transaction fees will not refund in any circumstance.
• Payment – Need to have full payment at the time of confirmation.
• Tour pricing – we have per head or group tour pricing model. Hence, no discounts for children or concession cardholders.

We offer pick-up and drop off services from Sydney, Cessnok and Pokolbin in Hunter Valley. There will be a small price difference in terms of the pick up location. Please contact us to get a quotation. 

Wine tasting notes – Trying wine can feel different for everyone because our sense of taste and smell are tied to our own experiences. People may prefer one wine critic’s opinions over another’s.

There are words commonly used to describe wine that are good to know. They help you understand what a particular type of wine might be like.

Besides flavors, tasting notes also tell you about other things in the wine. According to Andrew Jefford, a wine expert, things like the way the wine feels in your mouth and its overall structure are just as important as how it smells and tastes.

Varietals – A wine varietal is a wine made from one type of grape, like pinot noir or chardonnay. Red, white, sparkling, and dessert wines are different types of wine but not varietals themselves. However, varietals are found within these categories. For example, cabernet franc is a type of red wine varietal.

In some places where wine is made, a varietal has the same name as the grape it’s made from, like a Syrah made from Syrah grapes. This is common in North America, Australia, and South America. In more traditional wine regions like France and Italy, the names of varietals come from where the wine is made, not the grape variety. For instance, a Burgundy wine from the French region is made with Pinot Noir grapes.

Terroir – It is about how the climate, soil, and landscape of a specific area impact the flavour of wine. Certain places are thought to have a stronger “terroir” than others, meaning these factors have a more distinct influence on the wine’s taste.

Tannin – It is a natural substance found in plants, seeds, bark, wood, leaves, and fruit skins. It’s a type of polyphenol, which are large molecules made up of oxygen and hydrogen. The word “tannin” comes from an old Latin word for tanner, linking to the historical use of tree bark in tanning leather. So, in a way, the name comes from that process!

Tour duration – 6 to 8 hours depending on the pick-up location

Pick up and drop off – Sydney CBD OR Hunter Valley (Pokolbin/ Cessnok) – 15 km radius

Departure – 7.30 am from Sydney OR 9.30 am from Pokolbin

Return – 5.30 pm to Sydney OR 3.30 pm to Pokolbin

Inclusions – Wine tasting from 2 small boutique Hunter Valley wineries , paired with cheese or chocolate, visit to distilery, and bottled water

Exclusions – Lunch

Tour price – A$ 190.00 per person. (max 11 passenger private small group tours, the tour starts $1000+), prices may go higher for high-demand months/weeks.

Tour itinerary – Visit a trio of small boutique Hunter Valley wineries and pair wine with cheese or chocolate, stop over for lunch to taste local produce, and visit the Hunter distillery at the end of the tour to taste spirits and liqueurs .

What to wear – Jacket in the cooler months, comfortable footwear, comfortable walking trousers/shorts, camera, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

*** Inside winery visit – It’s a must to wear covered shoes due to WHS regulations.

Contact details – (+61) 0498507873 or [email protected]

Cancellation policy – 2 weeks’ notice; full refund. 7 to 14 days of departure – 50% cancellation fee. Less than 7 days, loss of full fee. Tasting fees and online transaction fees will not be refunded in any circumstance.

Tour duration  – 9 hours

Pick up and drop off  – Sydney CBD

Departure from Sydney  – 8.00 am

Return to Sydney  – 5.00 pm

Inclusions – Wine tasting, Expert guide, Luxury people mover, USB charging on-board, bottled water, hotel pick-up, and drop-off

Exclusions – Wildlife park entry, lunch, and cheese-tasting

Tour price – A$ 150 pp (max 11 passengers or tour starts $900+), prices may go higher for high-demand months/weeks.

Tour itinerary – Stop at Walkabout Wildlife Park , visit boutique Hunter Valley winery for tasting, and lunch, visit a chocolate shop, either visit 2 nd  winery, cheese shop, or distillery

What to wear  – Jacket in the cooler months, comfortable footwear, comfortable walking trousers/shorts, camera, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

Additional information –

Wine tasting – We recommend Gartelmann wines at Lovedale Road due to its beautiful cosy atmosphere with outdoor seating. Other recommended wineries include Oakval, Ernest Hill & Capercaillie. 

Lunch options – Hunter Valley offers a vast variety of restaurant styles such as casual dining (Goldfish Restaurant at Roche Estate), Pub style dining (Harrigan’s Hunter Valley), or Bistro Molines for perfection. Let the guide know which restaurant you prefer for lunch.

Cheese tasting – There are 3 famous artisan cheese shops (Hunter Valley Cheese co, Hunter Belle Cheese, and Smelly Cheese Shop).

Beer tasting – The Mighty (formally Potters & Foghorn Brewery), Iron Bark Hill, Hope Valley, and Matilda Brewhouse are your options for beer paddle tasting.

Organic gin and vodka tasting – $5 per person at Hunter Distillery.

Walkabout Park entry – $30 per adult, and $15 for 3 to 15 aged

COVID-19- update for Hunter Valley Wine Tours – booking is essential for all of these venues.

Contact details  – (+61) 0498507873 or  [email protected]

Pick up and drop off – Sydney CBD OR Hunter Valley (Pokolbin/Cessnock) / 15 km radius

Departure – 7.30 am from Sydney OR 9.30 am from Pokolbin/Cessnock

Return – 6.00 pm to Sydney OR 4.30 pm to Pokolbin/Cessnock

Inclusions –

Tasting from 3 to 4 pre-selected cellar doors (wines, spirits, or beer), expert guide, luxury people mover, USB charging on-board, pick-up and drop off from accommodation and bottled water

Exclusions – Lunch, chocolate tasting, & cheese tasting

Tour Itinerary –

A usual Hunter Valley wine tour itinerary is picking up at a time suitable for the first tasting at 10 am from pre-selected Hunter Valley wineries , 2 nd tasting at 11 am, and 12.30 pm – 3 rd the tasting or lunch stop, depending on the timings for the lunch, 3 rd and 4 th tasting could be around 3 pm and 4 pm. We usually end the tour tasting spirits and liqueurs from Distilery.

Tour price – A$ 150 per person (maximum of 11 per group, $980++ tour starting price is you have a smaller group), prices may go higher for high-demand months/weeks.

*** If you need to customize the tour and want to do an inside winery visit, it’s a must to wear covered shoes due to WHS regulations. Usually, inside winery tours are available at 10.30 am or 12.30 pm (not included in the tour price)

Wineries  we visit – Our recommended wineries for this tour are Gartelmann wines Lovedale , Oakvale Estate , Capercaillie wines, and Ernest Hill vineyard.

Lunch options (excluded in tour price) – Twine Restaurant for a modern Australian Twist, Muse Restaurant at Broke Road, Goldfish Bar & Kitchen for a casual lunch, or Harrigans for a pub meal.

Cheese tasting – Cheese tasting at the Hunter Valley Cheese Co usually costs $7.95 for a Five Cheese Platter PP.

Beer Paddles – can choose beer tasting from Iron Bark Hill Brewhouse or Mighty Hunter Valley.

Hunter Distillery – This certified Organic distillery offers unique ‘test-tube’ tasting sessions for Gin, Vodka, Liqueurs, and Schnapps.

Cancellation policy – 2 weeks’ notice; full refund. 7 to 14 days of departure – 50% cancellation fee. Less than 7 days, loss of full fee. Tasting fees and online transaction fees will not refund in any circumstance.

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Private Tours

“ Thanks for a great day out where our expectations were exceeded. Our tour guide, Julie, was kind generous and extremely knowledgeable about the Hunter Valley and wineries. We were a diverse group coming together to have a fun day out. Would highly recommend this tour of boutique wineries. Particularly grateful to Julie and the warmth of our co-conspirators for making our day. Cheers to Paul at Binet Wines and Jade at Iron Gate vineyard. Also loved Hunter Distillery – try Copperwave Gin – amazing. ”

“ Our family of 10 had an amazing day with Colin. Very hospitable to our requests, informative on different winery’s in the area, places to eat and allowed us to go at our own place. A really great family day. Thank you Colin! ”

“ Wow in this modern era who would believe a business with a heart. Due to a serious diagnosis the day before our tour we were 2 people short on our booking. Although they didnt have to they did not charge us. So kind. As for our driver Chris what a gem nothing was too much trouble we probably should have tipped him so much more. Julie’s itinerary was AMAZING UNIQUE and flexible. Value for money is an understatement. Would l recommend 200%. What fun thankyou so much. Not enough superlatives to do this company justice. Believe me l am a very tough regular reviewer and could not fault our day. ”

“ Julie designed a wonderful tour for my family ranging in age from 52-88 years. She made sure all the venues were accessible and took us to a great range of vineyards, chocolate, cheese, olive tastings as well as a fantastic gin and vodka distillery. Julie shared lots of local knowledge and fun facts and her attention to detail was second to none. ”

“ We traveled from Adelaide met up with our son and his girlfriend who had done a wine tour with Julie before . Julie did not disappoint as she went out of her way to make everybody’s day special . Julie organized for the 4 of us to finish the day at stomp winery which was the highlight of our weekend in the hunter valley. Thankyou Julie ,if you want a great day out book now ”

“ Hubby and i did a full day wine tour for our wedding anniversary and his birthday. With Julie as our tour guide we visited 5 boutique wineries plus the distillery with cheese and chocolate to match. Full of knowledge and very friendly we had a great day.Went back to our hotel pleasantly intoxicated and full of good good food Highly recommended ”

“ The tour was not rushed which was what we requested since we had our mom with a bad knee with us. We also loved that we went to organic wines to accomodate my vegan daughter. The wineries that we went to and the lunch at Baume were just perfect for our group. Thanks to julie for arranging the tour and driving us around. ”

“ Julie was absolutely fantastic and we had a wonderful day arriving back at our hotel with our wines, cheeses, olives and chocolates. ”

“ My friends and I had a wonderful day on our wineries tour, and were so impressed with Julie’s care and professionalism during the day. She is also great company and it was wonderful hearing how she started her business after realising there weren’t any wheelchair accessible vehicles being operated in the Hunter Valley. Our vehicle was spotless, and our day went very smoothly. A fantastic experience and highly recommended! ”

“ We loved all the wineries Brett took us to. Happy to recommend good places around Hunter to eat and see. We really enjoyed the wine tasting experience! Thank you. ”

Private – large group tour (SAVE 50%)

–  You plan the venues (set tour options available) – You choose your tasting experience – You decide how long you stay – You book-in your tour exactly as you wish – Up to 7 hours (local area only) – Ideal from 7 to 48+ people

* Transport and driver is included but client is responsible for all other values for the private – plan your own tours

Private – small group tour

– You plan the venues (set tour options available) – You choose your tasting experience – You decide how long you stay – You book-in your tour exactly as you wish – Up to 7 hours (local area only) – Ideal from 1 to 6 people

Executive Luxury Mercedes Limousine

–  Corporate Transport 

  – Start from 4 hour hire to 7 hours Up to 12 passengers

– Driver included (no self-drives)

– Hunter Valley region – other areas upon request – Soft leather recliner seats with foot rest and tray for your convenience – Bluetooth – Air Conditioning – Storage Space – Onboard refrigerator with water

Lunch venues for tours

4 Pines Brewing Co is here to share our love for beer and welcome in a new community of beer lovers amongst the vines. 12 taps of our quality beers and panoramic views of the Pokolbin valley, our venue is ready for any occasion, celebration or catch up with mates.

The Deck Cafe

The cafe is situated on the deck overlooking the dam in young forest bushland. It is an experience to remember with local chefs and staff cooking and serving cafe favourites with a Hunter Valley fine-dining twist.

La Casalinga Cafe

La Casalinga, Made with Love – Our little cafe is now open! Delicious Sicilian home cooking. Using traditional recipes passed down by my grandmother and mother to bake cakes, biscotti and other yummy treats.

Baume Restaurant

The team have been busy bringing the 174 year strong Winery & Vineyard back to its former glory after extensive refurbishment to the Cellar Door, Restaurant, Function, Still House & Winery areas.

Taste of the Country Cafe

Experience a Taste of the Country in this award winning café and retail outlet located in the heart of Hunter Valley Gardens Village. This popular café is like walking into an old fashioned, country kitchen.

Why Travel With Hunter Valley Tours

• Winner of Hunter Region 2020 ‘Outstanding Tourism Services’ Award
• Finalist ‘Hunter Local Business Awards’ 2021
• Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice
• 5 star trip advisor rating
• 5 star rating on Google
• Personalised, friendly service
• Comfortable transport
• Door to door service
• Unrushed tours – take your time and enjoy
• Suitable for wine enthusiasts of all ages
• Our guides are well-presented, professional, polite, and energetic

We are a COVID safe Business

Got Questions about your Hunter Valley Wine Tour

We have a wealth of knowledge about the local wine region, boutique wineries and artisan producers, here in the Hunter Valley. Get in touch with our team today to discuss your own requirements and how we can make the best wine tour imaginable for you!

HV Tours is your local, experienced provider of affordable and boutique Hunter Valley wine tasting tours.

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Divine Tours are leaders in the Hunter Valley Region for winery tours accompanied by experienced, knowledgeable locals that will help you to unlock the hidden gems and experiences of the area.

From private group bookings through to intimate exclusive, private and fully customised experiences.

With over 18 years experience operating, we are touted as the sought after Hunter Valley wine tour, for those wanting a genuine Wine Country experience. Divine Tours represents the essence of the Hunter Valley, and will take you to the discrete corners of the Wine Country Region to deliver a highly personalised service and a truly memorable experience.

All diVine Tours are bespoke and customised to your personal preferences and come with a dedicated vehicle and concierge driver.

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A private group tour allows you to enjoy a completely customised Hunter Valley wine tour to suit any occasion – whether this be with friends, family or colleagues. We run group private tours in the Hunter Valley designed to cater to your preferences, time and pace.

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Take advantage of one of our exclusive private day tours in style. Whether it be with family, friends or colleagues – enjoy a day out having the comfort of a concierge driver and a day that is curated to your preferences.

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The Hunter Valley has in excess of 150 wineries and is the oldest  wine region in Australia with some of the oldest vines in the world. Divine Tours will take you on voyage to unlock the history, character and hidden gems including the sheer  quality of the regions wineries , whilst matching to the character, desires and pallet of the guests whilst also offering a chance to taste the varied dining  options that have characterised the region. Our wine tasting tours are personalised, high-end experiences with highly knowledgeable support to ensure your experience is second to none. You can ready yourself with our  wine tasting guide  by the experts!

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Our aim at Adventure, Wine and Eco Tours is to provide our guests with a truly unique experience.

Explore the Hunter Valley's boutique wineries and sample locally brewed beer and vodka  distilleries.   Taste cheese, chocolate, olives and visit gourmet food kitchens as we make our way through the valley. 

Each tour can be arranged to suit your tastes or let us show you a selection of the very best this beautiful area has to offer.

Scenic tours across the Watagan Mountains showcase awe inspiring 

views of the Hunter Valley and the east coast and are well worth the experience of hitting the dirt and venturing beyond the tourist trails.

Contact Rob on 0438 564 422 to begin planning your ultimate adventure!

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Hunter Valley is the best-known wine producing region in New South Wales and the oldest commercial wine producing area in Australia. Famous for its Semillon, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Verdelho, home to more than 150 wineries. In addition, there are bountiful of breweries, distilleries and restaurants that incorporate the freshest ingredients from local producers.

Your Hunter Valley Private Tour will stop by some of the best vineyards on the rolling hills of Hunter Valley, take your time to taste the aroma and flavour intensity of the wine while adore the stunning scenery of the Hunter Valley region.

Australian Reptile Park

Hunter valley wineries.

Hunter Valley Garden (optional)

Watch beautiful sunset at Long Jetty (May-September)

Finish Time

• Hotel Transfers
• Friendly Guide
• Bottled Water
• Child Safety Chair (if required)
• Heaps of Fun

Hotel Transfer

Our guide will greet you at the hotel in the morning. Upon return to Sydney, you can choose to be transferred to either hotel or any restaurant within CBD

for 8 seater Mercedes

(Suitable for 1 to 7 passengers)

for 12 seater Mercedes

(Suitable for 8 to 11 passengers)

For a group booking of more than 11 people, please contact us for a quote.

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TOUR ITINERARY

Hunter valley.

Early morning, your friendly guide will greet you at hotel or airport.

Head north from Sydney CBD, the Hunter Valley wine region is located approximately two-hour drive from Sydney, the journey will take you through the scenic Central Coast. Located at the foot of the Great Dividing Range, Hunter Valley is home to more than 120 wineries and acclaimed restaurants, our Hunter Valley private tour will bring you a wonderful wine and dine experience like no other.

Between May and September (off daylight saving), our Hunter Valley day tour concludes at the Long Jetty to watch one of most beautiful sunset in the country.

Australian Reptile Park was established in 1948 by Australian naturalist Eric Worrell. Located on the Central Coast north of Sydney, as its name suggests, Australian Reptile Park displays one of the largest species of reptiles in Australia, such as: spiders, snakes, lizards, turtles and many more. In addition, you will also find lots of native Australian animals here, including: platypus, koalas, wallabies, kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils and etc. The Reptile Park offers interactive exhibits and playgrounds for children of all ages, even opportunities to have close encounters with animals, e.g. hand feed kangaroos and learn about in-house Venom Program.

Key performances timetable:

10:30 am: Komodo Dragon Walk

11:00 am: Galapagos Tortoises Walk

11:15 am & 1:30 pm: Lorikeet Feeding

11:30 am & 2:00 pm: Reptile Show

11:30 am: Dingo Walk

12:00 pm & 2:30 pm: Allegator, Python and Koala Photos

1:00 pm: Tasmanian Devil Talk

1:45 pm: Koala Talk

Tickets: Adult $ 50 / Child $ 33

For more show times information, please see Australian Reptile Park

With its vines planted in 1800s, Hunter Valley is the oldest commercial wine producing region in Australia. Nurtured by humid subtropical climate, Hunter Valley is world-renowned for its iconic semicolon and classic cooler-climate Australian shiraz. No matter what your taste for wine is, with more than 150 cellar doors to choose from, there will be one that gratifies your palate.

To complement your tasting experience, there are a variety of cheeses and gourmet cuisines from Hunter Valley’s acclaimed restaurants to match your chosen wine.

Hunter Valley wineries are generally open from 10 am to 4:30 pm

Suggested wineries:

Founded in 1843 by Dr Henry John Lindeman, a vigneron and former surgeon. With more than 170 years of rich history, the winery focuses on crafting wine for everyday moments, made to open. Its award-winning Hunter Valley shiraz, burgundy and chardonnay have won the hearts of many wine lovers in Australia, Lindeman’s growing popularity and unrivalled quality have its wines exported to more than 100 countries around the world.

Brokenwood Wines

Brokenwood Wines is one of best premium estates in Australia. Established in 1970 by three lawyers, the winery consistently produces some of the best bottles in the country, including: ILR Reserve Semillon, Cricket Pitch Range and Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz which was rated as “Exceptional” by the Langton’s Classification of Australian Wines. It was selected as one of the top 100 wineries in the world for 3 consecutive years between 2009 and 2011. The new cellar door is currently the largest complex in the region, it consists of a circular tasting pods, outdoor terrace, private tasting and dining rooms and even a wine museum. The eatery in the vineyard makes yummy casual dishes, wood-fired pizzas, charcuterie and cheese boards to pair with those impeccable wines.

Hunter Valley Gardens  (Optional)

Set on 25 acres, Hunter Valley Gardens comprise of ten themed gardens created by Bill Roche. Each with its sensational colours and fragrances, including: fairy tales in the Storybook Garden, waterfall in the Sunken Garden which provides an overlook over the entire gardens, romantic Rose Garden that is akin to an ocean of colours. With 8 km of footpath, visitors would be awed by the outstanding landscape that is made up of 6,000 trees, 600,000 shrubs and 1 million ground covers. The cafeteria onsite provides appetising snacks and refreshments.

Admission Tickets:

Adult: $ 38 / Child: $30 (aged 4 – 15 years old)

Free for children under 4

Long Jetty Sunset

Long Jetty on the Central Coast is one of the most photographed spots at sunset. Derived its name from its local town, the historical jetty was first built in 1915, spans 351 metres into the waters of Tuggerah Lake. At sunset time, the combination of gorgeous waterscape and tranquil ambience is simply amazing!

This attraction is recommended between May and September, off day light saving time.

ADDITIONAL TOUR OPTIONS:

Central coast, big ugg boots, hunter valley helicopters.

Central Coast is situated north of Sydney, a short one-hour drive from Sydney CBD. It is a popular holiday spot thanks to its beautiful soft-sand beaches, azure water and sun-kissed weather. The Entrance is a great stop along the journey, pelican feeding takes places at the waterfront every afternoon by local fish shops and the ocean-pool is a hot hang-out place during summer.

Mortels Sheepskin Factory in Thornton exhibits the world’s largest UGG boots, erected on 20 April 2015, these UGG boots are approx. 13 times the size of a women’s size 8 UGG boot and weight 600 kgs each. Take a guided tour to learn about its production process and the history behind those popular boots. You may even pick up some bargains in its direct-factory UGG boots shop.

Hunter Valley Helicopters are located in Cessnock Airport, right in the heart of Hunter Valley. Experience breathtaking bird’s eye views over Hunter Valley from 2,000 feet above. Price starts from $65 AUD/ 6 minutes, multiple flights and event options available.

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A Petite Tour creates fun and memorable travel experience by providing quality tour services! Every trip is bespoke to what you would like to see and do. With flexible itinerary and attention for detail, we want to create happy moments for more families, a trip that is right for everyone!

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Our guides are friendly and fun, tap into our expansive knowledge about Australia and travel, tailor an unforgettable travel experience. English, Mandarin & Cantonese tour service are available.

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With Cheers bus guide’s help, you can discover some of the city’s hidden gems. For a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, tour small-batch wineries, artisanal cheese shops, and even a vodka factory Experience the finest products the world has to offer while learning about the rich cultural history of each stop along the way. Feel free to look through the available wine tour packages and choose one that suits your needs in terms of duration, budget, and desired activities.

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Hunter valley wine tours from newcastle.

In our tours from Newcastle, you can relax and enjoy customized wine tasting in splendid wineries of Australia. You can relish the beauty of vineyard-draped hills along with numerous delectable dishes and snacks.

Hunter Valley Wine Tours From Pokolbin

With our wine tours from Pokolbin, we have a range of different wine tours available to suit everyone’s taste. Our fun-loving and friendly team have designed these packages to make your day as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. All of our tours are strategically designed to give you the perfect wine touring experience.

Hunter Valley Wine Tours From Sydney

Book our luxury transport for your wine tour trip from Sydney. For you to make the tour hassle-free, most of our pick up and drop off locations are convenient central locations in cities.

Private Wine Tours In Hunter Valley

When you book a private wine tour with Cheer Bus, you can expect a bespoke food and wine experience tailored just for you. We offer a range of options to make your one-day adventure even more exciting, including morning, afternoon, and evening tours of the valley. So no matter when you’re visiting, we can help you make the most of your trip!

Last Minute Wine Tours Hunter Valley

Don’t worry about planning your wine tour at the last minute – we’ve got you covered. We’ll make sure that we tailor your tour to your interests, time and budget constraints. So sit back, relax and let us take care of everything!

Corporate Events Bus Hire Services

If you’re looking for a convenient way to get to your next corporate event, Cheers Bus is here to help. We offer a variety of well-maintained, air conditioned mini-buses that are sure to provide comfort and convenience for your travel needs.

In our one-day tour from Newcastle to Hunter valley, you can expect to have a comforting and relaxing day whilst tasting wine in Hunter valley’s most splendid wineries. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the location, with hills draping you from all directions along with some mind- blowing dishes and snacks.

Experts from Cheers Bus have numerous packages as per the requirements and needs of their clients. Cheers bus Australia strives to provide a comforting and relaxing experience to all our customers. All the tours that make up the wine-tasting package to Hunter Valley from Pokolbin....

You can book a luxury tour of Hunter valley from Sydney resting assured that the complete journey will be comfortable and fun. You can enjoy the picturesque view as we continue to move from Central City towards the beautiful Vineyards of Hunter Valley. You will be assisted....

Known as Australia’s oldest vineyard, Hunters valley has a reputation for making the finest of the wines in the region with more than 150 cellar doors. With the best winery for a day's visit. Visit areas of your choice with our private tour packages. Enjoy your day with bespoke food....

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Cheers Bus has a wide range of corporate buses for you to hire. Offering our clients a guided five-star categorised wine tour to Huntervalley vineyards for a day. We offer you a convenient way to travel to your destination. Accommodating up to 11 people in a Luxury seat Mercedes bus....

5 Star Full Day Tour with Lunch Stop At Own Expense

A$130 | Ages 18+ | 7 Hours | Hunter Valley Wine Tour

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Do not worry about the date, pickup location and the number of people about to accompany you during the tour to Hunter Valley vineyards, as you will receive an instant confirmation mail via email.

Pickup is available for locations that lie within a radius of 15 km of Hunter Valley Garden. Pickups start around 9.30 am for areas that include Cessnock, Nulkaba, Rothbury, Lovedale and Pokolbin. Pickup locations beyond the mentioned areas might lead to additional charges per person.

Cheers Bus specializes in small tours. We can well accommodate 11 people in our luxurious Mercedes van with a proper air conditioner and 20 people in a larger bus.

Cheers Bus has been rated five stars for providing customized private tours guided private tours and guided public tours to its clients.

Our tour duration usually lasts from 9.30 am in the morning to 4.45 in the evening during the weekdays. Halfday morning or late start afternoon are not available on Saturdays. Contact us at 0408987057 to book our special midweek tours

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Hunter Valley Private Tour

We offer your choice of vineyards and restaurants.  Once booked we will discuss your choices of wineries, departure time, pick-ups and dining options.

• Tour guide driver of a private vehicle
• Wine tasting visits to at least three cellar doors
• All transportation and related expenses (fuel, parking, tolls, etc.)
• Sydney pick-up and drop off

Trip Highlights

Lunch Options

Lunch – Boutique Restaurants, Fine Dining, wood-fire Pizza or Pub Lunches. When you are ready for lunch, the Hunter Valley supplies a wealth of options.

Wine Tasting

There are many cellar doors in the Hunter Valley, where warm climate wine, Semillon and Shiraz rule the day. The Hunter also boasts great Chardonnay and a variety of Australian blends

Take the tourist drive

An optional back route to the Hunter Valley via the historic village of Wollombi and then via Mount View Road. A beautiful, slower drive, of about 45 minutes extra.

Group Tours

Take a group of up to 15 guests, visitors to Australia, Corporate groups, Christmas Parties, Wedding events.

Try a distillery or brewery too

The Hunter not only provides great wine but distillery and brewery experiences too.

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Expert Tour Guides

Our friendly guides have a wealth of knowledge to share, making our tours both fun and informative. Across our team we have some 40 years of tourism and hospitality experience.

Luxury Vehicles

Our fleet of luxury Mercedes vehicles ensure that you travel with us in comfort and style.

Away from the Crowds

We curate exclusive itineraries that take you to boutique wineries, allowing you to savour every moment.

Multi Language

On Private Tours. We offer German, Japanese Spanish and French. We may be able to offer others. Please let us know.

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This private tour of the Hunter Valley lets you work out an itinerary tailored to you taste.

Once we reach the wine growing region of the Hunter Valley, we have a wealth of options – including a large selection of both vintners and producers of olives, cheeses, and other delicacies.

We can visit some of the award-winning vineyards in the in the Mount View area, which overlooks much of the wine growing region.  Then we head to Pokolbin for some of the well known vineyards, such as Pepper Tree Winery, McGuigan Wines, Audrey Wilkinson, Gundog, Tyrells, Oakvale, or Brokenwood, to name a few. You may choose the wineries we visit, or you can leave it up to us.

We can also experience cheese tasting, chocolates shops, a range 0f distilleries or beer tasting.

Lunch – Boutique Restaurants, Fine Dining, wood-fire Pizza or Pub Lunches.

When you are ready for lunch, the Hunter Valley supplies a wealth of options. Favourites include  Bistro Molines ,  Café Enzo .  A quick option may be gourmet woodfired pizza and salads prepared while you taste the  Brokenwood ,  Hope ,  Baumé at Ben Ean  or  Bimbadgen wines .  For a pub lunch we recommend,  Harrigans  or  Ironbark Hill .  Cheese tasting and charcuterie boards are available at various wineries too.

Our Charter tours pick-up and drop off from hotels and private addresses within the Central business district and the Northern Suburbs. We also pick-up and drop of at your desired location within the Hunter Valley wine region. Please contact us for other areas or for multiple pick-ups/drop-offs. We are very flexible and strive to accommodate your group.

• Private Vehicle and related expenses (fuel, parking, tolls, etc)
• Flexible Itinerary
• Bottled Drinking Water
• We have a supply of some warm jackets, raincoats and umbrellas – if required.

Child seats and booster seats are available if requested in advance.

• Wine tasting fees are not included. Our recommended venues charge $10 per person, some of our venues do not charge if wine is purchased.
• Any Private Expenses – including meals, drinks, or entry fees for attractions.
• Comfortable Shoes and Clothing
• Be prepared for the day becoming warmer, cooler, or wetter
• In summer, a hat and sunscreen are recommended
• An appetite for good wine and food

Suggested Pick up time: 7 am to 9 am. We head back to Sydney between 3-5 pm, the Hunter Valley trip takes approximately 2.5 hours.  This an example of an itinerary, however, all itineraries are flexible to suit you. 

Morning tastings.

We have time for two cellar door tastings plus local cheese tasting.

Lunch – Boutique Restaurants, Fine Dining, Gourmet Pub Meals, Casual Dining

Enjoy lunch at the venue of your choice

Afternoon Tastings

Cellar door tasting plus Vodka and Schnapps Tasting at The Hunter or Pokolbin Distillery, Brewery Tasting or an additional Cellar Door Tasting

Local chocolate tasting

In late afternoon, wild kangaroos are sometimes spotted in the fields and paddocks as we make our way back.

If you’re already in the Hunter Valley we do offer tours that  start and finish in the Hunter Valley .  We can also offer one way transfers either way to and from Sydney.   This tour allows more time in the Hunter Valley, we also offer a slower approach through  Wollembi and Mount View  for a more scenic but longer drive.

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Private Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney  are an ideal gateway for food and wine lovers.  Tour  visits boutique  Hunter Valley wineries  and offers the opportunity to taste the best wine varieties Australia has to offer including Semillon. Sample the best delectable handmade chocolates and  artisan cheese Hunter region can offer . Experience the science, art, and passion for craft distilling at its finest at Hunter Distillery.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

•  A luxury private wine tasting day trip to best Sydney wineries
•  Pick up and drop off from Sydney CBD
•  Learn about Hunter Valley and winemaking in Australia
•  Visit the handmade cheese factory and the chocolate shop
•  Taste organic Gin & Vodka (on request)
• Tour starting price – A$1,200 (Tour price will be calculated at the checkout when you click the RESERVE NOW button). 
• Tasting fees included 3 pre-selected cellar doors with some accompaniments such as cheese, etc. 

WINE TASTING DAY TRIP ITINERARY

Heading towards the north of Sydney at 7.30 am, the first stop on our private tour to Hunter Valley is the tranquil Hawkesbury River. A good way to relax is a long drive to  Hunter Valley  and a great place for photos.

The Hunter Valley   is the next stop and one of the oldest  wine regions of Australia   offers you the opportunity to learn about viticulture from a master winemaker. Winemaking is a highly sophisticated process of harvesting, crushing, pressing, fermentation, clarification, aging, and bottling.

Private Hunter Valley tour with  Sydney Top Tours   offers options to contrast some great wines from different wineries and learn about the best Hunter Valley can offer. Some of the cellar doors are award-winning wineries and regularly produce wines of exemplary quality. Some of the selected wineries for this tour are Kelman wines, Tintilla Estate wines, Tinklers, and Gartelmann . These ranks at the top on the  Halliday Wine Companion  in terms of star ratings.

Hunter Valley wine-tasting fees are included in the pricing. 

Any traveller with our private tour to Hunter Valley does not want to miss the delectable taste of handmade chocolates from the Hunter Valley Chocolate factory. It is one of the most premier  attractions in the Hunter region . It offers a wide array of handmade chocolates and fudge made from the finest Belgian couverture chocolate.

One of the popular stops of private Hunter Valley  tour from Sydney  is the cheese tasting at the Hunter Cheese Co. If the shop is not too busy, you can learn the process of artisan cheesemaking by listening to master cheesemonger, Dave at Hunter Valley Cheese Co. The highlights of cheese are washed rind and brie from many cheese varieties produced by Hunter Cheese co. The café offers a wide variety of coffees. Furthermore, snacks and cakes if you are looking for a light bit before heads up to Sydney.

Most of the travellers with our private  wine tasting tour to Hunter Valley from Sydney prefer distillery tasting as their last stop. Hunter Distillery certified producer of organic gin, rum, and vodka. A new addition to the Hunter region offers a variety of whoever travelling to this region for a unique gastronomic experience. Neither is to say, it is a popular stop for hen parties.

** Let us know in advance if you like this to be added to the itinerary. 

Leaving the Hunter Valley around 3 pm, your  private tour  ends at around 5.30 pm Sydney CBD by dropping off you to your hotel. 

Our  Hunter Valley private tours   itinerary is fully customizable and if you wish to visit another other winery or attraction such as Hunter Valley Gardens , please inform at the booking process. 

Some travelers like to join for an inside winery tour and this can be arranged for an extra cost. Please let  Sydney Top Tours  know during the booking.

As per the NSW Liquor act 2007, you need to be over the age of 18 to consume alcohol.

How far is the Hunter Valley from Sydney?

Near Sydney, the Hunter Valley is a wine lover’s paradise. This location is around 165 kilometres north of Sydney. The usually driving directions are from the the M1 motorway and the Cessnock/Hunter Valley Vineyards exit sign to Cessnock will get you to Hunter Valley in around two hours.

Is it worth visiting Hunter Valley?

The Hunter Valley is Australia’s largest and oldest wine area, located approximately 165 kilometers north of Sydney. Its viticulturally heritage dates back to the early 1800s, and you can taste some of the region’s most celebrated wines, such as Semillon and Shiraz. This valley is also the home to a number of award-winning cellar doors. So, whether you’re searching for a wine gateway or a romantic escape from the city, Hunter Valley is a must-see.

What are the best wineries in Hunter Valley ?

The Hunter Valley is a wine lover’s paradise; thus, there are plenty of well-known wineries here. In fact, there are 150 wineries in this valley, which is surrounded by beautiful hills. Among all of these, some of the top wineries worth visiting are the following:

Brokenwood Wines- McDonald’s Road, Pokolbin

Audry Wilkinson Winery- De Beyers Road, Pokolbin

Pepper Tree Wines- Halls Road, Pokolbin 

Tyrell’s Vineyard- Broke Road, Pokolbin

Thomas Wines- Mistletoe Ln, Pokolbin

Harkham Wines- De Beyers Road, Pokolbin

What is the cost of wine tasting?  

If you want to taste wine at a winery in the Hunter Valley, you’ll have to pay a fee. Although select wineries, such as Sobels Wines, offer complimentary wine tasting sessions, in most other wineries, a sampling session costs between $5 and $25, depending on the type of wine tasting session you are attending.

What else in Hunter Valley other than wine tasting?

Hunter Valley is more than taste and tipple. It can also treat you with sumptuous selections. Chocolate and  cheese tastings are a great way to spend a weekend in this region and give your taste buds something to smile about. But if you’re looking for an adrenaline boost, we recommend horseback riding and hot air ballooning. On the other hand, if you’re fatigued by city life and want to unwind, head to one of the Hunter Valley’s many exotic gardens. These gardens will always provide you with a sense of calm.

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WHAT TO BRING

Cancellation policies of the private Hunter Valley tours from Sydney may change according to the inbound, travel agent, OTA, etc. signed agreements. If you book directly with us, the following cancellation policy will apply: 2 weeks’ notice; full refund. 7 to 14 days of departure – 50% cancellation fee. Less than 7 days, loss of full fee. Online transaction fees will not refund in any circumstance. If it is a wine tour, tasting fees will be not refunded too.

Feel free to reach out if you have any inquiries about the private Hunter Valley tours from Sydney or require assistance with your booking. Our team is ready to assist you. Simply call (+61) 0498507873 or email us at [email protected]

PRIVATE HUNTER VALLEY TOUR REVIEWS

Hunter valley winery tour.

Booked a Hunter Valley private wine tasting tour when I visited my partner who works in Sydney. We both had the most amazing time by enjoying the hunter valley and boutique wineries.

Day trip from Sydney to Hunter Valley

I took this private tour with Raki and had a fantastic day! enjoy the day at my own pace while visiting hunter valley wineries and chocolate factory. truly amazing.

Private wine experience

If you happened to visit Sydney and are a wine lover, well worth the trip to Hunter Valley. hundreds of boutique wineries offer varieties of grapes. many you cannot find in supermarkets and amazing sceneries around Hunter Valley.

Really great day tour!

Great day out to hunter valley! thank you to Sydney Top Tours for an amazing tour of the wineries. raki’s hospitality shines through and is a great asset to this company. raki shared a lot of information about Sydney and hunter valley which we wouldn’t think of. covid19 precautions are second to none.

Best winery tour

Our recent private Hunter Valley tour with Sydney top tours was excellent from start to finish. We were a little dubious about travelling interstate due to CV 19 issues but were given reassurance by the tour owner about credit and reimbursement arrangements if we did have to cancel which is very important these days. The wine tour itself was great with a knowledgeable and friendly driver. The choice of wineries we visited was also excellent with passionate staff explaining in full their wines and the region. The best pick was Hope Estate cellar door and Hunter distillery. We had a very filling lunch and some more wine before finishing off the day. We would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Hunter Valley wine region as it really hits the mark from start to finish.

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