Hunter Valley Small Group Tours from Sydney
Sip, Savour & Surprise: Hunter Valley Wines Like Never Before
Embark on unforgettable Hunter Valley small group tours from Sydney, where boutique wineries welcome you with wine tastings paired with artisan cheese, chocolate, and dumplings. After a vineyard-style lunch with a glass of wine, beer, or soft drink, continue your indulgent journey with a scenic stop at the Hawkesbury River for fresh local oysters. This carefully curated day trip blends gourmet flavours, stunning landscapes, and the charm of New South Wales’ renowned wine country.
Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Pairing
Wine and Dumpling Pairing
Freshly shucked Oysters and wine
Wine Tasting Tour Highlights
🚐 Travel in a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van ✨
🥧 Try a true Aussie meat pie for breakfast 🍴
🍇 Indulge in Hunter Valley small group tours from Sydney (max 15 guests)
🍷 Taste award-winning wines paired with cheese, chocolate, and dumplings
🍽 Relax with a vineyard lunch and a glass of wine or beer OR visit Hunter Valley Gardens Village for lunch at your own expense.
🌊 Visit the Hawkesbury River to savour fresh local oysters
✨ Explore the scenic beauty of New South Wales’ wine country
Tour price – A$240 to 280pp
🕒 Itinerary
7.00 to 7.30 AM – Sydney Hotel Pickup
Your friendly guide will collect you from your Sydney hotel in a comfortable luxury vehicle. Relax and enjoy the drive north towards the Hunter Valley.
8:30 AM – Coffee Break in Ourimbah
Stretch your legs, enjoy a coffee and try an authentic Aussie meat pie.
10:00 AM – First Tasting: Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Pairing
Start your Hunter Valley adventure with a guided tasting at a boutique winery, paired with European-inspired, locally made cheeses, and artisanal chocolates for a sweet introduction.
11:00 AM – Second Tasting: Wine & Dumpling Pairing
Delight your palate with award-winning Hunter Valley wines perfectly matched to gourmet dumplings in a unique cellar door experience.
** Indulge your palate with a delightful tasting of 12 to 14 exquisite wines, featuring a rotating selection that may include Semillon, Shiraz, Pinot, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, and Chambourcin—each sip is a journey through the rich flavours of the region, subject to seasonal availability.
12.30 – 1.30 PM – Lunch in the Vineyards OR wonder at Hunter Valley Garden Village
Wander through the Hunter Valley Gardens Village and enjoy lunch at your own expense, or opt for a pre-ordered lunch at 4 Pines at the Farm, including a glass of wine, beer, or soft drink.
2.30 – 3.30 PM – Wine & Oyster Experience by the Hawkesbury River
On the journey back to Sydney, stop to enjoy fresh local oysters paired with a crisp glass of Hunter Valley wine, all while overlooking the serene Hawkesbury River. A perfect finale to your gourmet day.
5:30 – 6:00 PM – Return to Sydney
Arrive back in Sydney with lasting memories of your wine and oyster escape.
Your tour includes boutique wine tastings paired with cheese, chocolate, and dumplings, a hearty pub-style lunch with a glass of wine or beer (optional), freshly shucked Sydney Rock oysters with a glass of Hunter Semillon, and comfortable small-group return transfers from Sydney to the Hunter Valley.
PICK UP DETAILS
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour | Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park | Sir Stamford at Circular Quay | Sydney Harbour Marriott | Four Seasons (Harrington Street / rear entry)
Between 7.00 am and 7:30 am
Kindly arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time. Please note that we only stop for 5 minutes at each location, and it is your responsibility to be at the designated pickup point on time. To ensure a smooth experience for all travellers, we are unable to wait or follow up with calls if you are not present at the agreed time and location.
This tour is designed for adults, as the legal drinking age in Australia is 18.