Hunter Valley Wine Getaway
Boutique Wineries · Cellar Door Tastings · Rolling Vineyards
Overview
This relaxed day trip takes you through the rolling vineyards of the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region. You’ll visit three boutique wineries hand-picked for their character and quality, with a guided wine tasting at each stop — from crisp semillons to bold shiraz, tailored to what you enjoy. One stop also includes a cheese tasting, pairing local and imported cheeses with the wines you’ve just sampled. With plenty of time to wander the cellar doors and soak in the vineyard scenery, it’s a genuinely unhurried day out for wine lovers.
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Tour Highlights
- Three boutique wineries with guided wine tasting at each
- Cheese tasting included, paired with your wines
- Rolling Hunter Valley vineyard scenery
- Small, intimate group — never lost in a crowd
- Guided personally by the owner-operator
- Fully customisable stops based on your taste
- Relaxed, unrushed full-day pace
What's Included
- Round-trip transport from Sydney
- Guided tastings at 3 wineries
- Entry to Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
- Gourmet lunch (dietaries accommodated)
- Friendly local guide
What's Not Included
- Additional tastings beyond the three included
- Wine purchases, personal expenses & gratuities
Itinerary
WINERY #1
Your first guided tasting of the day, sampling a range of wines from crisp semillons to bold shiraz. Your guide will tailor the tasting to what you enjoy.
CHEESE TASTING
A relaxed lunch stop with dietaries accommodated, giving you time to unwind between tastings. A great chance to enjoy the vineyard scenery.
WINERY #2
Your second tasting, at a different style of winery for variety. One stop also includes a cheese tasting paired with your wines.
WINERY #3
A third and final guided tasting to round out the day. By now you’ll have a good feel for what you enjoy most.
HUNTER REGION BOTANIC GARDENS
A peaceful stroll through the gardens to close out the day. A nice change of pace after a day of tastings.
SCENIC PHOTO STOPS
Time permitting, we’ll stop for photos among the rolling vineyards. A lovely way to remember the day.
What to Bring
Valid ID (18+), comfortable shoes, sun protection, water bottle, camera, light jacket.
Restrictions
Legal drinking age 18+ for tastings. Itinerary may vary with traffic, weather, or winery availability.
Duration: 10 hours
Meeting Point / Pickup: Hotel, airport or cruise terminal pickup across Sydney
Starting From: From ,200 AUD (2 guests) + 5 per additional guest
Please note: lunch is not included on this tour.
Group Pricing (flat rate for your whole group)
Infants 3 & under travel free — max 11 guests
| 2 guests | $1,200.00 total |
| 3 guests | $1,375.00 total |
| 4 guests | $1,550.00 total |
| 5 guests | $1,725.00 total |
| 6 guests | $1,900.00 total |
| 7 guests | $2,075.00 total |
| 8 guests | $2,250.00 total |
| 9 guests | $2,425.00 total |
| 10 guests | $2,600.00 total |
| 11 guests | $2,775.00 total |