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Hunter Valley All Inclusive Boutique Wine Tour from Sydney

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Hunter Valley, Australia
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10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Journey through Australia's oldest wine region with the 4-time "Best Hunter Valley Tour Operator" winner. Our intimate small-group experience (maximum 14 guests) unlocks exclusive boutique family-owned wineries and hidden cellar doors most tourists never discover. With expert sommelier guidance, taste up to 20 premium wines including world-renowned Hunter Valley Semillon, Chardonnay, and Shiraz while meeting passionate winemakers personally. Your day includes guided artisan cheese tasting, gourmet lunch at scenic Cypress Lakes with wine, plus luxury air-conditioned transport featuring onboard refrigeration for your wine purchases. Learn terroir secrets through professional wine education, spot native kangaroos grazing among historic vines, and enjoy transparent all-inclusive pricing with no surprise charges. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from 4 central-Sydney locations, this award-winning adventure delivers authentic access and unforgettable memories in the Hunter Valley.

What's Included

  • Hassle-free pickup/drop-off from 4 central-Sydney locations
  • Wine tastings at 3-4 boutique Hunter Valley wineries
  • Lakeside lunch with wine included
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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**Please contact Boutique Tours to confirm or change your pick up time and location.** Pickup will be between 7am and 7:45am. We will confirm your tour, pick up time and location the day before your tour by text message or the Viator messaging system. Please make sure you are waiting outside the Hotel 5-10min prior to scheduled pick up.*7:00am-Mercure Central 818-820 George St, Little Regent St Entrance / *7:20am-Hilton Hotel rear entrance near Wilson car park , 255-259 Pitt St / *7:35am-Four Seasons Hotel (96-98 Harrington St, rear entrance) / *7:45am-Paradox Sydney Hotel, 27 O Connell St (was Radisson Blu)

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Sydney (pass by)

Meet your award-winning small-group tour at your designated hotel pickup point and board our luxury air-conditioned coach for the scenic 2-hour journey to Hunter Valley. Your expert local guide shares regional history and points out landmarks as you travel across Sydney Harbour Bridge, through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, and over the historic Hawkesbury River.
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Hunter Valley (pass by)

Arrive in Australia's oldest wine region after passing through Cessnock, the gateway to the region's wine and tourism attractions
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Hunter Valley Wineries

Before lunch we will visit 2 exclusively selected boutique family-owned wineries in Pokolbin and surrounds. With a flexible itinerary, we seek out more intimate cellar doors where passionate winemakers personally share their craft, vineyard philosophy, and family stories. Sample up to 20 premium wine varieties including classic Hunter Valley Semillon, elegant Chardonnay, robust Shiraz, and innovative blends available exclusively at these boutique vineyards.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Pokolbin

Enjoy a delicious meal at Cypress Lakes, featuring both hot and cold choices in a relaxed scenic setting. Your lunch includes a complimentary glass of premium wine.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hunter Valley Gardens (pass by)

Pass by the spectacular 60-acre Hunter Valley Gardens with its famous Rose Garden and themed botanical displays - a perfect preview of the region's natural beauty
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Hunter Valley Cheese Factory Co PL

Learn about local cheese-making and enjoy a guided tasting of various artisan varieties, all made in-house.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Saddlers Creek Wines

Sample estate-exclusive varietals while enjoying personal interaction with the winemaker, gaining deeper insights into Hunter Valley's diverse terroir and innovative winemaking techniques that define this historic region.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Hawkesbury River (pass by)

Pass over the mighty Hawkesbury River and the Mooney Mooney Bridge on the way back to Sydney
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Sydney

Arrive back into Sydney after a day full of gourmet food and boutique wine, incredible memories and new friends. Dropoff back at your original pickup point.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Tour is not suitable for minors under 18 years of age.
  • Return to Sydney is around 6-6:30pm (depending on traffic)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hunter Valley All Inclusive Boutique Wine Tour from Sydney?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Hassle-free pickup/drop-off from 4 central-Sydney locations
  • Wine tastings at 3-4 boutique Hunter Valley wineries
  • Lakeside lunch with wine included
  • Genuine small group travel in comfortable air-conditioned minibus
  • Expert local guide with a passion for good wine
  • Guided artisan cheese tasting experience
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour is not suitable for minors under 18 years of age.
  • Return to Sydney is around 6-6:30pm (depending on traffic)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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