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From Sydney: Hunter Valley Wine & Dine Tour

Duration

11 hrs

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Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Begin your day from Sydney on a relaxed, small-group tour to Hunter Valley, savor boutique wine tastings, and enjoy expert commentary on local vineyards.

Taste carefully selected wines at 3-4 boutique estates and discover each vineyard's unique character, guided by a true connoisseur with local insight.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch at Cypress Lakes with artisan baguettes, crisp salads, hearty pies & a local cheese platter that perfectly complements every bite.

Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned minibus with curated Sydney pick-up & drop-off points for a truly seamless, memorable full-day tour experience.

Full-day wine-tasting tour in Hunter Valley

Small group of up to 14 people

Visit to 3-4 boutique wineries

Lunch options at Cypress Lakes: choice of baguettes, salads, pies, fish, chicken, burgers, and chips; served with coffee, tea, or soft drink

Local produce cheese-tasting platter

Selected Sydney inner-city pick-up/drop-off points

Experienced driver-guide

Air-conditioned minibus (Mercedes Sprinter)

Selected Sydney inner-city pick-up/drop-off points

Beverages and snacks not indicated within inclusions

Additional wine purchases

TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Timeline
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Start point
Sydney
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1. Hunter Valley
At one of the carefully curated stops in Hunter Valley, sample a range of award-winning wines—from Semillon to Shiraz—with expert insights that reveal the story behind each bottle. Before lunch, you'll enjoy tastings at two wine boutiques.
2. Lunch at Cypress Lakes
Tickets included
3. Hunter Valley Cheese Factory & Local Boutiques
4. Hunter Valley
End point
Sydney
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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Katrina J
Couple
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Jul 2023
Steve our tour guide was really great throughout the trip. He's very knowledgeable not only with wine, but Australia's history--was really impressed with his in depth knowledge and understanding of Australia's history, culture, and even economics. The wineries we visited were really great--wines we tasted had a lot of varieties, and best part was it was a very chill wine tasting, not rushing onto the next glass or next winery.
Sai S
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May 2021
Guide is absolutely fabulous.. highly recommended but covered only 4 places. Would have explored 2 more. Returned very early.
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Aug 2024
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Getting started

Your day begins early at a designated Sydney pick-up point. Meet your seasoned driver-guide and fellow enthusiasts before setting off on a meticulously planned journey to the heart of Hunter Valley. A brief orientation outlines the itinerary and shares insights into the local wine heritage, setting the stage for an immersive tasting experience.

What to expect

Once on board, the comfortable, air-conditioned minibus carries you through picturesque routes toward 3-4 boutique wineries. At each stop, you’ll sample wines that reveal the distinct character of each vineyard—explained with genuine passion by a true connoisseur. Midday, the tour pauses at Cypress Lakes for a gourmet café lunch. Here, choose from an array of artisan baguettes, crisp salads, hearty pies, or protein-rich options, paired with a refreshing drink. A thoughtfully prepared cheese platter showcasing local produce adds an extra layer of delight. Throughout the journey, the relaxed social setting invites lively conversation and shared discoveries about Australia’s celebrated winemaking traditions.

Wrapping Up

As the afternoon wanes, the tour returns to Sydney with a drop-off at your chosen location. You’ll leave with refined tastes and memorable flavors and a deeper understanding of Hunter Valley’s boutique wine culture—a journey defined by quality, local expertise, and the pleasure of good company.

What to bring

Bring a refillable water bottle, photo ID, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, all-weather clothing, camera, spending money to buy local produce, and a small day pack of 5-7kg.

What’s not allowed

Large luggage, outside food, and personal beverages are not allowed on this tour.

Children aged 17 and under are not allowed to consume alcohol.

Accessibility

This tour is not accessible for mobility-impaired travelers, wheelchairs, walkers, prams, or strollers.

Additional information

The full-day tour runs from 7am to 6:30pm and is not recommended for guests under 3 years old.

Infants aged under 4 years may travel on an adult’s lap; a child ticket is required; protective seats are available on request.

Estate stops may change; enjoy 3 tastings from estates rotating between Irongate Estate, Savannah Estate, Constable, Tempus Two / Roche, Mount View, Tintilla Estate, Gun Dog, and Mistletoe.

Lunch is provided; extra dining in Hunter Valley Village is at your expense.

Hunter Valley Gardens entry is not included; the tour stops only near the village.

Please inform us of any dietary needs at the time of booking.

Service may be refused if passengers appear intoxicated. No refunds if asked to leave the tour.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID while boarding.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

Hotel Transfers

Meet your guide at Mercure Sydney.

Address: 818-820 George St corner Little Regent St.

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