Private Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour from Sydney

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Sip, taste and explore the Hunter Valley your way on a private tour designed exclusively for your group. Enjoy boutique winery tastings, locally crafted cheese and chocolate, beautiful wine country and the comfort of your own expert guide and private deluxe touring vehicle. Perfect for couples, friends, families, celebrations and group getaways, this is your chance to experience the Hunter Valley your way.

About this tour

10.5 Hrs
Approx. 10.5 hours from Sydney and 6 hours from Newcastle. For Central Coast departures, please enquire. Tour timings can be tailored depending on your pickup location and experience.
Private Expert Guide
Enjoy the day with your own expert guide, dedicated to your group throughout the experience. From pickup to drop-off, we'll take care of the journey so you can relax and enjoy the Hunter Valley.
Private Pick Up & Drop Off from Sydney, Newcastle & Central Coast Suburbs

Enjoy the convenience of private return transfers from your arranged location. Pickup and tour timings can be tailored to suit your group and location.

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Itinerary

Your private Hunter Valley experience combines boutique wine tastings, local cheese and chocolate, beautiful countryside and time to explore. With flexible timings and optional experiences available, you can make the day as relaxed or indulgent as you like.

Private Pick Up & Journey to the Hunter Valley

Your day begins with private pickup from your arranged location. Settle into your modern deluxe touring vehicle and enjoy the journey into the beautiful Hunter Valley.

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Boutique Hunter Valley Wine Tastings

Visit four boutique Hunter Valley wineries and enjoy included cellar door wine tastings, discovering local wines and cellar door experiences along the way.

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Local Cheese & Chocolate Tastings

Discover more of the Hunter Valley's flavours with tastings of locally crafted cheese and chocolate to complement your wine experience.

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Explore the Hunter Valley

Enjoy time to browse boutique shops, discover gourmet local produce and explore village attractions along the way.

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Lunch & Optional Experiences

Make the day your own with an optional chef-prepared lunch or relaxed vineyard picnic. You can also swap a winery visit for a distillery or craft beer tasting or add a chocolate and wine pairing masterclass.

*Lunch and optional experiences are available at an additional cost.

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Relax on the Journey Home

Sit back and relax as we return you to your arranged drop-off location.

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Full Description

Sip. Taste. Explore. The Hunter Valley is Yours. From boutique cellar doors and locally crafted cheese and chocolate to beautiful countryside, gourmet produce and optional dining experiences, it's your chance to slow down and enjoy the Hunter Valley your way.

Your Private Hunter Valley Escape Starts Here

Leave the city traffic behind and escape to wine country on a Private Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour from Sydney, built entirely around you and your group. This experience features rolling hills, excellent boutique cellar doors, locally crafted cheese and chocolate, and plenty of time to sit back, sip, and enjoy.

From the moment of pickup, the entire day is dedicated to your group. You will travel in comfort in your own modern, deluxe touring vehicle, accompanied by an expert local guide who handles all the driving and logistics from start to finish. With private door-to-door pickup and return available across Sydney, Newcastle, and the Central Coast, all you need to do is gather your favourite people and get ready for a memorable day in wine country.

Sip Your Way Through Four Boutique Wineries

Good wine is at the heart of any great Hunter Valley trip. Your day includes custom tastings at four boutique Hunter Valley wineries, giving you an authentic look at the different styles, flavours, and hidden gems across the region.

Because you have your own private vehicle and guide for the day, there is absolutely no rushing. You can simply relax, take in the views, and enjoy each stop together. Whether you already know your wines or just love trying something new, our private wine tours of the Hunter Valley combine incredible drops with a relaxed, easygoing day out in one of NSW's most celebrated wine regions.

Wine, Cheese, Chocolate & Local Flavours

Along the way, we stop for tastings of locally crafted cheeses and handmade chocolates that complement the day's winery experiences. You will also have time to browse boutique shops, and check out local village spots for gourmet treats to take home.

Make Lunch a Highlight

Settling in for a proper lunch is one of the best parts of spending a day in wine country. You can add a chef-prepared fine dining restaurant meal or a relaxed vineyard picnic to your day to make it feel like a real occasion.

Keep it completely casual with a leisurely grazing board, or treat the group to an award-winning fine dining experience. Lunch options are fully tailored to match your group’s preferred style and budget. For those celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or a hens day, a great Hunter Valley lunch is the perfect way to make the day feel extra special. Lunch Prices start from +$25pp - $120pp, depending on your preference.

Customise Your Itinerary with Beer, Spirits, and More

If you have craft beer or spirits fans in the mix, we can easily swap out a winery for a local distillery or craft brewery tasting.

To satisfy a sweet tooth, we can also add a chocolate and wine pairing masterclass (+$15pp).

Built for Celebrations and Get-Togethers

The Hunter Valley is designed for getting people together. Gather your favourite crew and turn your next catch-up into a day of great wine, food, and laughs.

Our private Hunter Valley tours are perfectly suited for:

  • Hens Days & Pre-Wedding Catch-ups: Fun, relaxed, and completely stress-free for the organiser.
  • Birthdays & Milestones: Celebrate the big years in style.
  • Girls' Weekends Away: The ultimate excuse to unplug and catch up.
  • Family & Work Groups: Get everyone out of the house or office for a great day on the land.

Your Ride, Your Guide, No Stress

A great tour is about the journey as much as the stops. You will have a modern deluxe vehicle sized perfectly for your group, along with a local guide who knows the valley inside out.

Your guide takes care of the navigation and the roads, leaving your group completely free to chat, laugh, and enjoy the day. This is your chance to slow down, hand over the keys, and let someone else worry about getting you there and back safely.

Easy Pickups from Sydney, Newcastle & the Central Coast

  • Hunter Valley Tour from Sydney: A full 10.5-hour day trip. There is plenty of time to leave the city far behind, enjoy a full day in the vines, and relax on the drive home.
  • Departures from Newcastle: A perfectly paced 6-hour regional day out.
  • Departures from the Central Coast: Easy door-to-door service with timings worked around your exact location.

Experience Wine Country Your Way

Enjoy our complete wine and food experience, or tailor the day around your group with winery tastings, dining, craft beer, spirits and more. If transport is all you need, we can take care of that too, with private transfers for events, celebrations and group occasions.

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Inclusions

  • Private expert local guide
  • Modern deluxe touring vehicle
  • Private return transfers from Sydney, Newcastle or the Central Coast
  • Cellar door wine tastings at four boutique Hunter Valley wineries
  • Local cheese tasting
  • Local chocolate tasting
  • Free time to browse boutique shops and gourmet produce stores
  • Time to explore local village attractions
  • Flexible timings to suit your pickup location and preferences
  • No hidden costs
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    Meeting points

    No central meeting point required.

    We'll pick you up privately from your arranged location in Sydney, Newcastle or the Central Coast and return you at the end of your experience.

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    White Bay Marina

    Sydney Harbour, Robert St, Balmain NSW 2041

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    Overseas Passenger Terminal

    130 Argyle St, The Rocks NSW 2000

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    Vehicle

    Deluxe Toyota Hiace

    What to bring

    • Sunscreen, hat & sunglasses
    • Your camera
    • Warmer clothes in cooler seasons (June – August)

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