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Hunter Valley Tours from Sydney: The 15 Best Wine Days

93 tours  ·  from $12 a head

The Hunter is a long drive for a short tasting, so the tour has to earn it. These 15 compare the cellar doors visited, whether lunch and cheese are included, and when the coach gets you back into town.

Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney - The Hawkesbury River is more than a roadside pause
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Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney

1.Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 728 reviews · from $198Our pick

Chef Jimmy leads this 11 to 12-hour Sydney day trip from the Fish Market to three boutique Hunter Valley wineries. Expect breakfast, wine tastings, lunch, and chef-made food pairings, with a scenic Hawkesbury River stop and pickup from selected Sydney locations. The group is capped at 16.

“This is easily one of the best tours we’ve done in 10 years of travelling! We toured 3 small wineries in the Hunter Valley where the wines were paired by our own guide and Chef, Jimmy. The day started with a tour of the Sydney fish market where Jimmy bought produce for some of his creations at the wineries later and gave us a class in sushi rolling. Jimmy’s good humour and enthusiasm were infectious as he shared both his gourmet guidance and local knowledge during the day. We cannot recommend this more highly !!”

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Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney - Cheese, olive oil, and chocolate in the valley
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Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

2.Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 652 reviews · from $89

Leave Sydney at 7:30 am in a small-group minibus for a full day of wildlife and Hunter Valley wine. Meet native animals with a ranger, sample cheese, olive oil, and chocolate, and visit two boutique wineries. Guide Sam has been praised for tailoring winery stops to the group. Wildlife, tasting, and lunch fees are extra.

“Sam was a great tour guide. Enjoyed the day visiting the vineyards and wineries. Also enjoyed seeing the reptile park.”

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From Sydney: Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour & Lunch - The drive from Sydney takes patience
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From Sydney: Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour & Lunch

3.Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 563 reviews · 11 hours · from $155

Travel from Sydney by minibus to three Hunter Valley cellar doors and a local distillery. Expect tastings of Semillon, Shiraz and other wines, cheese and chocolate pairings, lunch with a glass of wine or craft beer, and a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking. Guides vary by departure; Michael, Peter and Thalles have led recent tours.

“This was such a fun trip! Everyone had the best time and we got to try lots of yummy wines at each winery. Can’t wait to do this tour again! Thank you so much!”

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Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour - Two more wineries, with room for differences
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Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour

4.Snapshot Half Day Hunter Valley Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · from $78

Visit three Hunter Valley wine venues on a roughly three-hour group tour with tastings and pickup offered. The featured stop is Two Fat Blokes, where a guided cheese-and-wine pairing puts your palate to work. Guides have included Julie, Greg, Dave, Andy and Alan. The tour starts and ends at 770 McDonalds Road in Pokolbin.

“We went on The half day wine tour with tour guide Greg and he was extremely hospitable and kind to our group. He truly went above and beyond and gave us the absolute best experience so are very grateful. The wines and vineyards were fabulous and the guides at each venue were amazing, very passionate and knowledgeable. 10/10 experience and would recommend to anyone.”

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Uncork the Hunter Full Day Hunter Valley Winery Tour - Winery stops, with some variation
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Uncork the Hunter Full Day Hunter Valley Winery Tour

5.Uncork the Hunter Full Day Hunter Valley Winery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 547 reviews · from $157

Spend about seven hours tasting Hunter Valley wines, learning to pair nine wines with nine cheeses at Two Fat Blokes, and sampling chocolate and a gourmet grazing lunch. A guide handles the driving and the day ends with craft beer, wine or cider at Hunter Beer Co. The winery lineup can vary, and the listed group limit is 18.

“Absolutely fantastic. Our host/guide Bill was brilliant. Knowledgeable and fun. I learned a lot and had a ball at the same time. Everyone was on the same page (a group of 12 on the tour) and had a great time. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat.”

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Pokolbin: Hunter Valley Half-Day Tour with Cheese and Wine - Boutique cellar doors and changing lineups
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Pokolbin: Hunter Valley Half-Day Tour with Cheese and Wine

6.Pokolbin: Hunter Valley Half-Day Tour with Cheese and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 417 reviews · 4 hours · from $77

Spend four hours visiting at least three Hunter Valley wineries, including Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Kitchen for a guided pairing of seven wines and seven cheeses. Pickup and drop-off are included in Pokolbin and Cessnock. The route stays near Pokolbin, and guides such as Dave, DJ, JJ, and Alan have led recent tours.

“Enjoyed the wine and cheese matching session very much. Thank you for giving us a great Saturday!”

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Premium Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Lunch from Sydney - Lunch at The Farm, Hunter Valley
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Premium Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Lunch from Sydney

7.Premium Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Lunch from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 415 reviews

Leave central Sydney for an approximately 11-hour trip to the Hunter Valley, with a small group of up to 18. Expect tastings at three boutique cellar doors, wine paired with cheese and chocolate, a one-course lunch with a complimentary drink, and organic gin, vodka and spirit samples. Guides such as Peter, Michael and Eddie have earned praise for their regional stories and friendly approach.

“The wineries visited were great. Especially Iron Gate. Very friendly and informative. Started the day off on a high note. Value for money was spot on!”

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Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney - Boutique cellar doors, not a giant winery circuit
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Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney

8.Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 367 reviews · from $168

Leave central Sydney at 7am for a full day among Hunter Valley cellar doors. Sample up to 20 wines at boutique wineries, taste local cheeses, and enjoy a lakeside café lunch with a glass of wine. Guides such as Jeff, Ben and Raphael have led trips, sharing regional stories and keeping stops on schedule.

“Fun day traveling to Hunter Valley for the wineries tour. Raphael was great. Lovely lunch and we saw kangaroos!”

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Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney - Three wineries, with room for different styles
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Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney

9.Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 287 reviews · from $161

Leave the Sydney driving to a guide and spend a full day tasting at three Hunter Valley wineries and a gin and vodka distillery. The tour includes a one-course lunch with wine or beer, local cheese and chocolate tastings, and a behind-the-scenes winery visit. Guides such as Drew, Chris, Collin, and Jo have led past trips, though your guide will vary.

“Drew was amazing! So knowledgeable about wine and australia’s history it was great to hear! All the wineries were great and very welcoming!”

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Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney - Hunter Farm Wines: small producers and local cheese
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Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

10.Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 279 reviews · from $157

Travel from Sydney to the Hunter Valley with a driver-guide and visit several tasting rooms, a local distillery and a vineyard. The day includes guided wine tastings, cheese and chocolate pairings, and a one-course lunch with a glass of wine or beer. Guides have included Michael, Eddie and Thalles, though your guide and venues may vary.

“Great wineries, views, nature and experience!!! Lunch was very good.. van seating is a little tight., My husband is about 6 foot and they really wasn’t any leg space, luckily it wasn’t sold out so we were able to spread out a little bit.”

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Hunter Valley: Uncork the Hunter Full-Day Wine Tour - Cellar doors beyond the main circuit
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Hunter Valley: Uncork the Hunter Full-Day Wine Tour

11.Hunter Valley: Uncork the Hunter Full-Day Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 227 reviews · 7 hours · from $155

Spend seven hours exploring Hunter Valley cellar doors with Two Fat Blokes Wine Tours. Your English-speaking guide drives you between wine tastings, a cheese and wine pairing, chocolate pairings and a generous grazing-box lunch. Stops vary, but tours have included four or five wineries and a brewery. Pickup is from local Hunter Valley accommodation, not Sydney.

“Great day with Julie. Highly recommended to do this tour. Very informative and enjoyable. Lunch was great and the wineries we visited were all terrific.”

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From Sydney: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin & Food Tastings Tour - At the first vineyard, look beyond the tasting glass
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From Sydney: Hunter Valley Wine, Gin & Food Tastings Tour

12.Hunter Valley Wine, Gin & Food Tastings Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 221 reviews · 11h 30m · from $159

Travel from central Sydney to Hunter Valley for tastings at boutique wineries and a distillery, with wine matched to cheese and chocolate. A one-course lunch includes wine, beer or cider. Dave’s Travel Group provides transport and an English-speaking guide; past guides have included Drew, Chris and Colin. Expect a long day, roughly 11.5 hours door to door.

“Drew is a great guide with very wide knowledge in wine appreciation, hospitality, and many other areas. We loved listening to his explanations and stories throughout the day and highly recommend this tour, which covers 4 vineries, cheese, wood-fired pizza, and chocolate.”

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3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin - The carriage ride and the horses
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3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin

13.3- Hour Wine and Harvest the Hunter Horse Tour in Pokolbin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · from $106

Spend about three hours riding a horse-drawn carriage between three Pokolbin tasting venues. The mix may include wineries, cheese shops, or a chocolate stop, depending on availability. Guides have included Jade, Liam, Hayden, Monique, and Rob, with local wine tastings and country views along the way.

“No reason to drink, rush and drive when Jade and her two horses, Rocky and Jack, can take you on a lovely carriage ride to 2 of the best vineyards where the tastings were very generous and the treats were great! Thanks Jade for a great afternoon!!!”

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Hunter Valley Wine Tour from the Hunter with Wine Craft Beer Cheese Chocolate - Three or four cellar doors, each with its own character
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Hunter Valley Wine Tour from the Hunter with Wine Craft Beer Cheese Chocolate

14.Hunter Valley Wine Tour from the Hunter with Wine Craft Beer Cheese Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $129

Spend about eight hours visiting three to four Hunter Valley cellar doors by air-conditioned minibus, with wine and spirits tastings included. You can also try local cheese and chocolate, then buy lunch or an optional craft beer paddle at 4 Pines Brewhouse. The group is capped at 20, and guides such as Grant, Suzanne and Des have led the route.

“I visited hunter valley for the first time with my partner this weekend The tour was perfect! Des the driver was a lovely guy, made us feel comfortable from the start! Plenty of time at each place. Lunch was beautiful and such a beautiful setting too! Overall great day!!”

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Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience in Pokolbin - What the price includes, and how to judge the value
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Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience in Pokolbin

15.Cheese and Wine Tasting Experience in Pokolbin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · from $27Best value

At Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Tours in Pokolbin, a guide introduces seven local, Australian and international cheeses and pairs them with wines for you to taste. The seated indoor session lasts about 45 minutes, with the food and wine included. It suits visitors who want a guided Hunter Valley tasting without setting aside half a day.

“Had a very enjoyable time at the two fat blokes cheese and wine pairing. Our hostess was very informative.”

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