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Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney
Embark on an Award-winning Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney featuring boutique wineries, premium tastings, artisan cheese, and lakeside lunch from 'Best Tour Operator' winner for 4 years running!
Embark on an Award-winning Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney featuring boutique wineries, premium tastings, artisan cheese, and lakeside lunch from 'Best Tour Operator' winner for 4 years running!
Highlights
- Boutique winery specialization - family-owned cellar doors with winemaker access
- Small group guarantee - maximum 14 guests for personalized attention
- Expert guide and presenters - with local Hunter Valley and wine appreciation knowledge
- Taste up to 20 premium wines - including renowned Semillon, Chardonnay, Shiraz
- Cheese-tasting experience - guided tastings of local artisan varieties
- Lunch with lakeside views - hot and cold options with complementary wine included
- Kangaroo spotting amongst the vines (sightings not guaranteed)
- Convenient Sydney pickup and dropoff - 4 central-Sydney locations with comfortable transportation
Discover Australia's oldest wine region on this award-winning Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney, recognized as "Best Hunter Valley Tour Operator" for 4 consecutive years. This premium small-group wine tasting experience (maximum 14 guests) showcases boutique family-owned wineries in the renowned Pokolbin wine region, just 2 hours north of Sydney.
Premium Wine Tasting Experience Sample up to 20 premium wines at 3-4 exclusive cellar doors, featuring world-famous Hunter Valley Semillon, elegant Chardonnay, and robust Shiraz varietals. Meet passionate winemakers personally at intimate boutique wineries including Saddlers Creek, Hanging Tree Wines, and Ernest Hill Wines, accessing exclusive wines available only at these family-owned properties.
Gourmet Food & Wine Pairing Enjoy expert-guided artisan cheese tastings featuring local Hunter Valley varieties, plus a delicious lakeside lunch at Cypress Lakes with complementary wine and stunning views. Learn how premium local cheeses enhance wine appreciation through guided tastings with regional producers.
Itinerary
- Sydney Departure & Scenic Journey: Meet your small-group wine tour at your central Sydney pickup location and relax in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for the picturesque 2-hour journey to Hunter Valley. Your knowledgeable guide provides fascinating regional commentary and highlights iconic landmarks including Sydney Harbour Bridge, Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and the historic Hawkesbury River crossing.
- Morning Hunter Valley Wine Tastings: Experience Australia's oldest wine region with visits to two handpicked boutique family-owned wineries in the prestigious Pokolbin area. Your intimate small group enjoys exclusive access to lesser-known cellar doors such as Saddlers Creek, Hanging Tree Wines, and Ernest Hill Wines, where dedicated winemakers share their passion and vineyard heritage firsthand. Taste up to 20 premium Hunter Valley wines including the region's signature Semillon, sophisticated Chardonnay, bold Shiraz, and unique blends found nowhere else.
- Lakeside Lunch Experience: Indulge in a gourmet meal at Cypress Lakes featuring fresh hot and cold selections in a tranquil lakeside setting. Your lunch comes complete with a perfectly paired glass of wine to enhance the dining experience.
- Expert Cheese & Wine Pairing: Learn the art of cheese and wine matching through guided tastings of premium local artisan cheeses. Discover how Hunter Valley's finest cheese makers craft their specialties and how these complement the region's celebrated wines.
- Exclusive Final Wine Experience: Complete your Hunter Valley adventure at a carefully chosen third boutique winery, selected for outstanding wines and authentic hospitality. Enjoy premium wine tastings while hearing captivating stories from local winemakers, deepening your understanding of Hunter Valley's distinctive terroir and the 200-year winemaking heritage that defines Australia's premier wine destination.
- Return Journey to Sydney: Travel back to your original Sydney pickup points enriched with wine expertise and lasting memories of Hunter Valley's most exceptional boutique wineries. Take home your favourite bottle discoveries as the perfect souvenir of your premium wine tour experience.
Available Bookings from 8 Apr to 21 Apr 2026
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- Per Person$198.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$249.00
- Per Person$198.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$249.00
- Per Person$249.00
- Per Person$249.00
- Per Person$198.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Worth every penny!
robinl7 from
South Korea
Worth every penny!
robinl7 from
South Korea
Great Hunter Valley tour
Jovita Tan from
Malaysia
Great Hunter Valley tour
Jovita Tan from
Malaysia
Great Hunter Valley tour
Jovita Tan from
Malaysia
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney
Thanks for your recommendation! Ben is a wonderful guide and loves to show guests around the Sydney region and share some of his knowledge of the area. We're delighted that you had such a great day and felt it was good value and fun!
Karen from Japan wrote on 22 March 2026
Wonderful!
Our guide Rafael was professional and wonderful. We enjoyed it.
From Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney
Thanks for your feedback - we're so glad that you enjoyed your day in the Hunter Valley wine and cheese tasting with Raphael as your guide! Cheers!
Michelle Cockburn from New Zealand wrote on 25 October 2024
Fabulous day out!
Fabulous day out with a great group of travellers. Our driver Jeff was brilliant & with a great sense of humour made for an awesome day! Delicious wines, lunch, cheese & chocolate....what more could you want. Thoroughly recommend!
From Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney
Thanks for your recommendation! We're really pleased that you had such a great time with Jeff in the Hunter Valley wine and cheese tasting.
jemz1 from Philippines wrote on 18 August 2024
Worth your time and 💸 ~ from the 🇵🇭
Amazing Tour by Tony! This was a memorable trip for me, I’ve enjoyed the whole wine and cheese tasting experience. Definitely recommending this to friends. 💕 Tony was super helpful from the beginning till the end of the tour ❤️
From Award-Winning Hunter Valley Wine & Cheese Tour from Sydney
We really appreciate your recommendation! Tony is a great guide and very attentive to the needs of his guests, We're very happy that you had such a great time with him in the Hunter Valley.
lindat11 from Australia wrote on 20 March 2024
Hunter Valley wine and cheese tasting 19/3/2024
Our tour guide Chris is very knowledgeable and he is a careful/responsible driver on the road. Highly recommend this tour. We visited three wineries, a cheese factory and a chocolate factory. Lunch at Cyprus Resort(Golf club) was delicious. Thanks for a beautiful day!!
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Richard Claydon from New Zealand wrote on 25 March 2026
Wine time
We had a great day out, tasting so many different wines. Certainly good value being able to visit the Hunter Wine area. Ben,our guide and driver, had excellent knowledge of the area and was very friendly and fun. Would highly recommend doing this tour.