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Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day Tour from Sydney

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Spend time at oldest winery in the Hunter Valley, NSW
visit working wineries with green grapevines in the Spring time
Spend time with family in the Hunter Valley vineyards
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On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.
10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Embark on a delightful journey through the picturesque Hunter Valley, renowned for its exquisite wines and gourmet delights. This day tour from Sydney offers exclusive tastings at three of the oldest wineries in the Hunter Valley vineyards, steeped in history and allowing you to savor premium wines while enjoying the stunning vineyard landscapes. Draytons wines 1853 - Tyrrells Wines 1858 and the famous Audrey Wilkinson 1866
Indulge in visit to local cheeses and handcrafted chocolates to indulge your taste buds.
With a flexible lunch option at charming venues and engaging commentary from expert guides, this tour caters to all wine enthusiasts, making it the perfect escape for couples.

- Premium wine tastings at the 3 oldest most well known wineries in the Hunter Valley vineyards
- One course lunch and drink included. Most medical dietary requirements catered.
- Visit local cheese and chocolate shops for a gourmet experience
- A personalized day tour atmosphere

What's Included

  • Lunch Seating at BlaxlandInn Restaurant for a one course lunch with a drink. Menu provided on the day for you to choose from. Most dietary requirements can be catered for. Surcharge for some meals may apply
  • Alcoholic beverages Wines provided to taste
  • Bottled water
  • Tea and coffee Any alcohol purchases you wish to make are at your own cost
  • Snacks Any food/cheese/chocolate purchases you wish to make are at your own cost
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We collect you from your Sydney residence or accommodation front of reception area

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Hunter Valley

Travel by luxury vehicle to and from the Hunter Valley Vineyards. This travel is about 2 hours each wayThe Hunter Valley, north of Sydney in New South Wales, is one of Australia's major wine regions, with a viticultural history dating back to the early 1800s. Known for varietals such as Semillon and Shiraz, it’s home to numerous wineries, including world-renowned brands and family-run boutique operations. Most are located south of the Hunter River and offer cellar door wine tastings and vineyard tours.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Drayton's Family Wines

Sample wines with a cheese board to accompany tastingDraytons Wines is the oldest winery in Pokolbin, and one of the oldest wineries in Australia, combining over 170 years of wine-making knowledge and experience with modern techniques and equipment, to produce wines, liqueurs and fortified tawnys of outstanding quality. Located in the heart of Hunter Valley, we're a local business built on the love of wine and a passion for uncompromising quality, which has been reflected in many awards and much acclaim gathered along the journey. The Drayton Family first ventured into the Hunter Valley in 1853 and, over five generations, created one of the most iconic & respected wine brands in Australia.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard

The Audrey Wilkinson Cellar Door is perched atop a foot hill of the Brokenback Mountain Ranges, and is a true must see site of the Hunter Valley. With 360 degree views from every angle and a spacious colonial style cellar door – they are proud to be one of the most visited cellar doors in the region.The cellar door staff have a true passion to make each visitor feel welcome and leave with unforgettable memories.You can wander freely through our winemaking museum, housed in the original winery and showcasing the Wilkinson Family history and our heritage awarded original open cement vats.Also on display are various barrel and wine making tools and equipment also exhibited with an audio visual presentation. Entry to the onsite museum is free, and is open at the same times as our Cellar Door.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Tyrrell's Wines

One of Australia's most successful family wineries, a humble operation for the first 110 years of its life that has grown out of all recognition over the past 45 years. Vat 1 Semillon is one of the most dominant wines in the Australian show system and Vat 47 Chardonnay is one of the pacesetters for this variety. Its estate plantings include over 100ha in the Hunter Valley and 26ha in Heathcote. In ’17 Tyrrell’s purchased the 13.5ha Stevens Old Hillside Vineyard on Marrowbone Road; 6.11ha are planted to shiraz, including a 1.1ha block planted in 1867, the balance planted in 1963, notably to shiraz and semillon. There are 11 blocks of vines older than 100 years in the Hunter Valley and the Tyrrell family owns 7 of those blocks
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Hunter Valley Chocolate Company

Chocolate enthusiasts are in for a treat at Hunter Valley Chocolate Company. Made from only the finest Belgian and Swiss Swiss Couverture chocolate, Hunter Valley Chocolate Company are well known for their quality, rich flavours and irresistible taste. Make sure to visit their factory location in the heart of the Hunter Valley to get an inside look to the workings of an active kitchen, and see owner Peter and his team busy at work creating their chocolate masterpieces.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Binnorie Dairy

Binnorie Dairy is one of Australia’s premiere soft cheese makers. Visit their state-of-the-art cheesemaking centre and retail store to taste and buy their lovely cheese.There’s the flagship, gold-medal, award-winning marinated feta; the swoon-worthy triple cream brie; and creamy labna (so squishable).If you are a goat’s cheese lover, you’re spoilt for choice. Select from Buche de chèvre, vine-ash goat cheese log, spreadable chevre with dill, or plain, unadorned chèvre that works just as beautifully in baked tarts as it does in salad.Don’t forget their washed rind cheese, a soft surface-ripened white mould cheese that exhibits a characteristic orange rind. It’s guaranteed to elicit greedy compliments every time you serve it.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Hunter Valley Visitor Information Centre

Located in the heart of Hunter Valley Wine Country, the accredited Hunter Valley Visitor Information Centre is the premier destination to fulfil visitors’ needs and inspire them with the many diverse attractions and experiences available.The friendly staff are available to assist in creating the perfect visitor itinerary and book visitors for accommodation, dining, tours, attractions, cellar doors and experiences.The Centre's Gift Shop hosts an excellent range of local products including award-winning produce, handmade goods, artisan products and Hunter Valley souvenirs. It also has a range of authentic local Indigenous products and artworks for purchase. Shop Hunter Valley also offers handmade hampers ready for collection at the Visitor Centre perfect for any occasion.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blaxland Inn

Enjoy lunch at Blaxland Restaurant for a one course lunch with a drink. Menu provided on the day for you to choose from. Surcharge for some meals may apply Most dietary requirements can be catered for.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day 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). 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day Tour from Sydney?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Lunch. Seating at BlaxlandInn Restaurant for a one course lunch with a drink. Menu provided on the day for you to choose from. Most dietary requirements can be catered for. Surcharge for some meals may apply.
  • Alcoholic beverages. Wines provided to taste.
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • Wine Tasting Fees.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tea and coffee. Any alcohol purchases you wish to make are at your own cost.
  • Snacks. Any food/cheese/chocolate purchases you wish to make are at your own cost.
Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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Accessibility information for the Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day Tour from Sydney is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hunter Valley Wine and Cheese Tasting Day Tour from Sydney will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

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What's Included

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  • LunchSeating at BlaxlandInn Restaurant for a one course lunch with a drink. Menu provided on the day for you to choose from. Most dietary requirements can be catered for. Surcharge for some meals may apply
  • Alcoholic beveragesWines provided to taste
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Wine Tasting Fees
  • Tea and coffeeAny alcohol purchases you wish to make are at your own cost
  • SnacksAny food/cheese/chocolate purchases you wish to make are at your own cost

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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