Top Hunter Valley Holidays

Indulge your inner foodie as you discover the fine wines and culinary delights of Australia’s famous Hunter Valley. Set out from Sydney on a full-day small-group tour, stopping to enjoy tours and tastings at the region’s most prestigious boutique wineries. Along the way, tuck into lunch at a local restaurant, sample regional cheeses, and chocolates, and visit The Hunter Distillery.

If you’re short on time but want to experience the best of the Hunter Valley, this half-day vineyard tour is ideal. You’ll visit three boutique wineries, where you’ll sample a selection of fine wines. At one, you’ll take a cheese and wine masterclass, where you’ll learn to match nine cheeses with nine wines. Armed with this knowledge, happy hour at your house will never be the same again.

Explore some of the best big and boutique wineries and vineyards in the Hunter Valley without the hassle of arranging your own transportation, tastings, and tours during this full-day excursion. Ideal for wine lovers of all ages, visit spots you might otherwise have overlooked, and sample wine without the worry of drink-driving—someone else will take the wheel.

Fine-tune your appreciation of Australian wines and cuisine on this full-day tasting tour of the Hunter Valley from Sydney. Discover Australia's oldest wine region with a behind-the-scenes winery tour and the chance to taste up to 20 wines at some of the valley’s most popular wineries. Restaurant lunch included.

Discover the on-site museum at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard during a self-guided tour and learn the history of the vineyard and local area. Sit back and enjoy a master class on wine history, production, and tasting notes with an in-house wine expert. Pick up your gourmet picnic basket, and find a spot in the vineyards for lunch with views over the Hunter Valley.

The Hunter Valley is renowned for its wine, but on this fun day tour you won’t be limited to this tasty beverage. At three wineries and a distillery you’ll get the chance to sample wine, gin, vodka, beer, cider, cheese, and chocolate. If they don’t leave you full enough, you’ll also enjoy a tasty one-course lunch. This is an easy way to fully experience the Hunter Valley’s best without having to drive yourself.

Don't go wine tasting on an empty stomach: this wine masterclass pairs premium wines (not available in the shops) with a delicious cheese plate for a fuller experience. Sip wine and learn about the different varieties while overlooking the vineyard.

Discover the delicious wines and food of the Hunter Valley during a full-day tour from Pokolbin, Cessnock or Lovedale. Your wine tour includes three relaxed wine tastings with experts at gorgeous boutique wineries. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a Hunter Valley restaurant. Sample local cheeses, chocolate and vodka during stops at local shops. Listen to upbeat music on board your comfortable coach and learn about the region from your knowledgeable driver-guide during this entertaining and informative tour.

Whether you're a committed oenophile or you simply want to know more about wine, this private tour offers a rewarding day out. Experience the best of the Hunter Valley in a private seated tasting that pairs artisan chocolate with a selection of wines.

For travelers really short on time, there is probably no faster way to see more of the Hunter Valley than this 10-minute helicopter tour. Hop on at the Cessnock Aerodrome and get airborne over valley highlights from vineyards to golf courses to the Broken Back Range. Plus, you can opt for round-trip transportation from your hotel for an extra fee.

Our all-inclusive private tour is perfect for those wishing to sample some of the best boutique wines in the Hunter. We include a seated handcrafted chocolate and wine pairing experience, a cheese tasting AND a generous wood fired pizza luncheon set amongst the vines... so if you like food and variety, this is the tour for you! Guests will also enjoy a further 2 seated wine tastings PLUS a stop to try gin, vodka and schnapps There's also a good chance of spotting kangaroos and meeting some winery dogs! Your local guide is experienced in the wine industry and is there to answer any questions you may have. They will pick you up from your accommodation whether its a caravan, cottage, luxury home or hotel. Please note: THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR. The number of people you book for is the number that will be on the tour. WE DO NOT PICK UP FROM SYDNEY. This is a Hunter Valley based tour. Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior, change of tour date is subject to availability.

Discover the wines and other culinary delights of Hunter Valley on this day tour of one of Australia's top wine regions. Traveling by minibus, you'll sample different wine varietals such as semillon and verdelho, plus discover local cheese, chocolate, and craft beer.

Foodies will love this Tintilla Estate wine and food experience. You and your party will be given a private guided tasting of eight wines from the winery. There’s also the chance to try olive products made from olives grown on site. The wine will be accompanied by local cheeses, meats, and bread. Take in the beautiful views while you enjoy this mini banquet.

Experience the decadent taste of wine and cheese on this VIP small-group tasting at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard’s stunning cellar door in Pokolbin in the Lower Hunter Valley. Join your in-house wine expert in the vineyard’s heritage-listed museum space where you’ll sample an array of premium wines and taste fortified wines direct from the barrel, perfectly paired with a locally-sourced cheese platter.

This unique wine experience includes: -Private seated tasting with introduction by a Wine Ambassador -5 current release Tulloch wines to taste -1 museum aged Tulloch wine from our cellar to taste -Generous Local Cheese & Charcuterie Board -Individual tasting mat to help guide your tasting experience -Take home wine experience guide with additional information and details Kids Junior Tasting Experience (3-12 yrs select Child Pricing) - Let the kids get involved and keep them entertained whilst you enjoy your wine tasting. A specially prepared junior tasting with 4 different soft drinks & 4 matching snacks (nut & gluten free) will be presented. Infants 0-2 yrs are free of charge when in a stroller or seated on a lap. Teens Kombucha Tasting (13-17 yrs select Youth Pricing) - A sophisticated experience to be enjoyed by your teens and other non drinkers whilst you enjoy your wine tasting. A selection of Mailer McGuire specialty Kombucha paired with a local cheese box.

If you want to learn all about how to pair wines and cheese, this tour in Pokolbin is just for you. Your guides will take you under their knowledgeable wings and introduce you to nine different Australian and international cheeses, and pair them with the perfect wines. Try and see which combinations are your favorite, and then go home and try them at your next dinner party.

Whether you want control over your itinerary or are happy to leave your day in the hands of the experts, this private tour of Hunter Valley wineries will suit your needs. Visit a selection of the best boutique wineries in the area and enjoy learning about each distinctive wine. Tastings are included. This is a fun day out for couples or groups of friends.

Discover some of the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley and take the stress out of organizing transport or having to worry about driving home with this fun private day trip. Suitable for groups of up to seven, you can call all the shots and name all the spots, or you can leave it to the experts to put together the perfect itinerary for your group (tasting fees not included).

Enhance your knowledge of wine, and how to taste and evaluate it, in seated wine tasting. In a small group of no more than eight people, try a variety of different wines that you will not find in the store, from dry whites to gutsy reds, and bubbles.

Perfect for beer lovers or just those wanting to get out and explore the Hunter Valley, this brewery tour takes you to visit 3 great craft breweries. Jump on the air conditioned minivan and then head out for the day, enjoying plenty of fresh craft beer and cider. With lunch and snacks included, this is sure to be an enjoyable, stress-free day out in one of Australia’s most charming regions.

Enjoy a wine-tasting experience with a difference: You have to guess the six selected wines. Discover if your palate is really as refined as you think. This guided experience includes a private seated tasting, house made charcuterie board, six wines, your tasting mat, and the wine experience booklet.

Left-side driving and wine tasting make a risky combination, but this private and fully personalized Hunter Valley tour provides you with a designated driver/guide direct from your Sydney base. And that’s not all. The basic package includes tastings at four different wineries (or three wineries and one distillery), chocolate tastings, and cheese tastings: but you can upgrade to add everything from gourmet lunches to wildlife experiences and reserve wines.

Enjoy some of Australia’s best wines with this wine tasting experience in Pokolbin. Visit one of the oldest family-owned wineries in the country and learn about their 160+ years in the business. Taste a wide variety of both current and aged-release wines, with a wine tutor on hand to help you appreciate the variety of smells and flavors you will experience.

This wonderful team building activity starts with the very best ingredients. The best flour, garden fresh tomatoes, and the best quality local produce. Sauces are made from scratch, in the traditional Italian way. Once the pizza bases are ready – then on goes the toppings and into the pizza oven. Your own lunch prepared by your own hand!