From Sydney: Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour & Lunch

Hunter Valley, Sydney



Enjoy a diverse full day tour exploring the Hunter Valley wine region, tasting some of Australia’s best wine, food, cheese, chocolate, beer, and distilled spirits.

This full-day Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney suits wine enthusiasts seeking tastings, behind-the-scenes winery access, and local food pairings.

Highlights

  • Taste local white and red wines including Semillon and Shiraz
  • Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of wine production at a working winery
  • Enjoy paired wine and chocolate tastings
  • Listen to insightful commentary from your guide throughout the day
  • Visit multiple iconic wineries for private group tastings

Description

Explore the Hunter Valley wine region, sampling some of Australia’s best wines and local products with an experienced guide. The tour offers a relaxed atmosphere and a chance to learn about winemaking firsthand.

Before lunch, enjoy tastings of red and white wines at two renowned cellar doors and take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the wine production process.

Lunch is at a scenic venue overlooking vineyards and hills. Options include a pre-order special offered by your driver or an à la carte menu, available at your own expense. After lunch, you can enjoy an additional wine tasting, shared cheese board, craft beer paddle, relax with a drink, or visit the farm animals on site.

The tour concludes with a unique wine and chocolate paired tasting at another cellar door, followed by a search for wild kangaroos living among the vines.

Travel comfortably with return transportation to Sydney, arriving in time for dinner while enjoying informative commentary from your guide.

Includes

  • Driver and guide
  • Group tour
  • Return transportation from Sydney
  • Wine tastings at three iconic locations
  • Behind-the-scenes winery production tour
  • Chocolate and wine pairing

Excludes

  • Lunch (free time to purchase during the day)
  • Wine and produce purchases
  • Beer tasting paddles

Important Information

  • There is one stop between Sydney and Hunter Valley for a bathroom break. It is recommended to have breakfast before the tour or bring snacks to eat before lunch.
  • Lunch is not included; free time will be provided to purchase lunch at your own expense.
  • Participants must be over 18 to taste wine.
  • The tour is not suitable for children.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place. Comfortable shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended. The best time to visit is during the cooler months for more comfortable touring conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes wine tastings of local varieties like Semillon and Shiraz, behind-the-scenes winery access, paired wine and chocolate tastings, and visits to multiple iconic wineries.
The tour lasts a full day, typically departing in the morning and returning to Sydney by evening.
Yes, the tour suits both wine enthusiasts and beginners interested in learning about local wines and production.
The tour takes place in Hunter Valley, one of Australia's premier wine regions, accessible from Sydney.
Yes, the tour includes a lunch with wine pairings designed to complement the local wines tasted during the day.
It is recommended to book in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak seasons.
The tour visits multiple wineries for private group tastings, typically three to four venues.
Yes, transportation from Sydney to Hunter Valley and between wineries is included in the tour.
Yes, most wineries offer bottles for purchase, allowing you to take home your favorites.
Special dietary needs can usually be accommodated if informed in advance; check the website for details.

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