Top 10 Day Trips in Hunter Valley

Destination: Sydney.
Deluxe 15ppl | ONLY Tour offer Wine, Cheese, Chocolate, Dumpling, Oyster tasting | Free WiFi. Begin your day with a convenient Sydney hotel pickup and travel north in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, featuring leather, double-padded seats and just 15 guests. Enjoy a classic Aussie meat pie for breakfast with a coffee at Heatherbrae's pies. Start at a boutique winery with wines paired with local cheeses & chocolates, followed by a wine and dumpling pairing. Total of 12 to 14 wine samples - Semillon, Shiraz, Pinot, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Sangiovese and Chambourcin (depends on availability). Lunch options: • Pub-style lunch with a beer/wine/soft drink. • Hunter Valley Gardens Village drop-off for your own lunch. Enjoy the beauty of the Hawkesbury River while savouring fresh oysters paired with a crisp glass of Semillon. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your morning pick-up location. ** PLEASE NOTE - The drive from Sydney to Hunter Valley takes approximately 2 hours.
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Duration: Around 11 hours.

Destination: Newcastle.
We’ve curated an unforgettable wine-tasting journey through the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley. -Three exclusive, seated wine tastings; each offering a unique and immersive experience. -An artisan vodka & gin tasting: discover the craft behind these award-winning spirits. -A local cheese or chocolate or small bites paired tasting: because no indulgent day is complete without a little extra treat. Experience how food changes the flavours of wine. -For lunch, unwind at The Farm - 4 Pines, where you can enjoy a delicious à la carte meal (at your own cost) while soaking in the scenic vineyard views. - We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your Newcastle address. - Engaging commentary throughout: We prioritize education, offering insightful commentary while in the van. Please note that venues chosen for each tour can vary.
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Destination: Hunter Valley.
With no more than 11 travellers, this tour offers a refined, relaxed and social day—ideal for solo guests, couples and friends seeking an elevated Hunter Valley escape. Embark on a luxury small-group wine tour of the Hunter Valley, with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Travel in comfort to the beautiful Broke-Fordwich and Pokolbin regions, known for their boutique cellar doors, exceptional wines and stunning vineyard landscapes. Enjoy premium tastings at three handpicked wineries, each offering an intimate experience away from the crowds. Lunch is at a French-inspired brasserie within the grounds of Keith Tulloch Wines, where guests can purchase a breads course, main and a glass of wine (or beer, soft drink or coffee) for $40 on the day. You’ll also visit an artisan chocolatier and have time to explore the estate and surrounding vineyards. Guests may opt to add a boutique gin tasting as part of their experience at no extra charge.
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Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Hunter Valley.
Experience the Hunter Valley’s most exclusive side on this small-group luxury wine tour crafted for travellers who value quality over quantity. Your day features a premium tasting at Mount Pleasant with cheese & olives, followed by an intimate experience at Thomas Allen—one of the region’s most private cellar doors, not offered to other tour companies. Continue to Keith Tulloch for a boutique tasting, with the option to enjoy a complimentary local gin tasting and visit the on-site artisan chocolatier. Lunch is at the acclaimed Bistro Molines, where guests pay on the day and can choose their own two-course menu overlooking the vines. Travelling in a luxury vehicle with an expert local guide, you’ll avoid crowds, skip generic tourist stops, and enjoy deeper, more relaxed experiences at every venue. Perfect for couples, friends, celebrations, and anyone seeking one of the Hunter Valley’s finest, most memorable wine tours.
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Duration: Around 6 hours.

Destination: Newcastle.
We’ve curated an unforgettable wine tasting journey through the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley, hand-selected to showcase the region’s finest flavors. -Three exclusive, seated wine tastings; each offering a unique and immersive experience. -An artisan vodka & gin tasting: discover the craft behind these award-winning spirits. -A local cheese or chocolate or small bites paired tasting: because no indulgent day is complete without a little extra treat. Experience how food changes the flavours of wine. For lunch, unwind at The Farm - 4 Pines, where you can enjoy a delicious à la carte meal (at your own cost) while soaking in the scenic vineyard views. Small-group luxury: With a maximum of 11 guests per tour, you'll enjoy a personalized and intimate experience. Engaging commentary throughout: We prioritize education, offering insightful commentary while in the van. Please note that venues chosen for each tour can vary.
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Destination: Hunter Valley.
Beyond Ballooning is a family owned and operated business based right here in the Hunter Valley. Our flight team are local to the valley and have a true passion for ballooning and providing the best hot air balloon experience in Australia. Hot air ballooning started in the Hunter Valley over 40 years ago and Beyond Ballooning have set the benchmark in excellence in all aspects of the ballooning experience ensuring a memorable morning during every minute.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.

Destination: Hunter Valley.
This tour has been specially crafted and perfected from 10+ years of Two Fat Blokes guest feedback. Visit some of the Hunter Valleys best wineries to sample some delicious wines. We don’t stick to a formula and we’re constantly doing research. As long as we get great feedback from our guests, you might visit boutique, new, large, small, old, and/or unique wineries. We want you to enjoy the best of the Hunter Valley, with unique wine encounters that are not available to your average walk-in wine-taster. We’re not about just taking you to a cheese or chocolate tasting, we think you deserve more. On top of cheese/chocolate and wine pairing exercises, we’ve worked with some of the Hunters best wineries to craft a range of mystery experiences especially for our guests. These are designed to build your wine knowledge while also getting you involved with the process and allowing you to learn what makes Hunter Valley wine unique.
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Duration: Around 7 hours.

Destination: Hunter Valley.
Come on board and discover why the Hunter Region is one of the most highly awarded wine regions in Australia. Taste the crisp Verdelhos, fruity Semillons and reds this region is famous for as well as palate refreshing craft beers, creamy cheeses and locally made chocolates in this full day tour with fresh local gourmet produce for lunch. Relax and enjoy the friendly small group atmosphere and great music aboard on our public shared tour on a 20 seat minibus (air-conditioning and sound system) as you make new friends and learn about the rich wine making history of this picturesque region.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Hunter Valley.
Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour Travellers’ Choice Award Winner | Lunch at Own Cost Join us for a relaxed, top-rated experience in the heart of the Hunter Valley. This boutique tour showcases premium, small-batch wines, artisan food, and the region’s stunning scenery—all led by a passionate local guide. Tour Highlights: Premium wine tastings at handpicked boutique cellar doors Cheese & wine pairing at one stop with a local tasting board Vodka & gin tasting at a local distillery (venue-dependent) Lunch at a local brewhouse – Choose what you like from the menu (own expense) Artisan cheese & chocolate sampling (venue-dependent) Wildlife spotting – Keep an eye out for kangaroos along the way Travel in comfort – Modern, air-conditioned vehicle Expert local guide – Friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing a memorable day Perfect for couples, friends, and food & wine lovers looking to experience the best of the Hunter in a fun, friendly, small-group setting.
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Duration: Around 7 hours.

Destination: Hunter Valley.
ITINERARY This unique exploration of the Hunter Valley region provides a variety of food and wine experiences to showcase the best of the regions local produce - there is something for everyone! We will sample a range of wines from our favourite Boutique cellar doors, selected for their commitment to excellent customer experience and quality wine - with two tastings before lunch and one in the afternoon. At lunchtime, we enjoy a delicious cafe lunch. Alternating between the lovely "The Winner is Oscars" and beautiful "Cypress Lakes Country Club" we allow plenty of time to relax and get to know your fellow travellers. After eating you can browse the bespoke collection of boutique shops. After a relaxed paced day of sipping, sampling and slurping our way around the valley, we will start to make our way back to the hustle and bustle of Sydney.
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Duration: Around 10 hours and a half.