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Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | Sydney

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Unforgettable Hunter Valley moments—celebrating the connection between fine wine, friendship and beautiful landscapes.
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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Your guide Daniel collects you from your Sydney CBD hotel in a luxury Mercedes van for a full day in the Hunter Valley.

This small-group tour (max 11 guests) visits three handpicked cellar doors — Krinklewood's stunning Provençal estate, the refined 1813 at Tinonee, and the architecturally striking Keith Tulloch Wine. At Keith Tulloch, an artisan chocolatier is on site and you can add a craft gin tasting at no extra charge.

Lunch is at Café Enzo — a Hunter Valley institution since 1996, set in a sandstone Tuscan courtyard in Pokolbin. Homemade food, local produce, generous plates. Guests pay on the day.

No crowded tourist stops. No rushed tastings.

Just an elevated day in the valley with a guide who genuinely knows it.

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages 3 exclusive, tailored wine tastings at some of the Hunter Valley’s finest wineries.
  • Bottled water Bottled water is provided for each guest
  • You'll have the opportunity to add on gin tasting at no extra charge if desired.
  • Lunch A reservation at Café Enzo. Set in a sandstone Tuscan courtyard in Pokolbin, the menu is homemade and locally sourced. Guests pay on the day (café prices).
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up starts in Sydney from 8am. You will receive an exact pick up time from us closer to your tour date. Please be waiting outside your accommodation for your guide who will be driving a van with the "Coast to Cork' logo. Your guide will wait for no more than 5 minutes so as to keep the tour running on time for other guests. PLEASE BE ON TIME.

What To Expect

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Sydney

At 8:00 AM your journey begins as your driver/guide collects you from your designated pickup address in Sydney CBD in a luxury, air conditioned mini van. Enjoy the scenery as we head up the coast towards the beautiful Hunter Valley. The drive is approximately 2 1/2 hours.*We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Sydney or Hunter Valley address - hotel, Airbnb, private residence. Choose from our list of hotels or specify your address at the time of booking.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Krinklewood Vineyard

By 11:00 AM you'll arrive at your first destination—Krinklewood Estate. A hidden gem surrounded by Provençal-style gardens where peacocks roam freely. Here, you’ll indulge in an elegant wine tasting, perfectly paired with a locally sourced cheese and charcuterie board if you wish. Sip slowly as you'll be here for 1 1/2 hours. The perfect amount of time to enjoy the wine at an unhurried pace, take in the stunning atmosphere, and grab some Instagram-worthy photos in the grounds. Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Tinonee Vineyard Estate

At 12:00, we head to 1813, an elegant boutique cellar door set among the vines of Tinonee Vineyard Estate. Relax and enjoy a wine tasting experience in their air-conditioned cellar door during the warmer months and fireside on the adjoining terrace during the cooler months, whilst admiring the picturesque scenery and spectacular sandstone formation known as Yellow Rock.Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Cafe Enzo

By 1:30 PM it’s time for a long, indulgent lunch. Nestled inside the Tuscan-inspired sandstone complex of Peppers Creek Village on Broke Road, Café Enzo has been one of the Hunter Valley's most-loved dining spots since 1996. The menu is built around locally sourced, homemade cooking — think generous plates, great coffee, and an alfresco courtyard that makes you want to linger. It's a genuine institution in the valley, known as much for its atmosphere and hospitality as for the food itself. Guests order and pay on the day.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Keith Tulloch Wine

After Lunch we step into the polished calm of Keith Tulloch Wine—an architecturally striking, light-filled space framed by mountain views and sculpted lawns. This is a place where every detail feels intentional, from the clean lines of the tasting room to the quiet hum of a family estate that takes its craft seriously. Settle in for a guided tasting of their beautifully made wines, and, if you’d like to elevate the experience, you can opt to sample a selection of boutique gins crafted in partnership with local distillers. Before we depart, take a moment to browse the on-site artisan chocolatier, where handcrafted pieces offer the perfect finish to this elegant stop.Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Sydney

You'll depart the Hunter Valley at approximately 4pm and will return to Sydney CBD at around 6pm
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | 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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Alcoholic beverages. 3 exclusive, tailored wine tastings at some of the Hunter Valley’s finest wineries.
  • Bottled water. Bottled water is provided for each guest.
  • You'll have the opportunity to add on gin tasting at no extra charge if desired.
  • Pick up and drop off from Sydney in air-conditioned transport throughout the day.
  • Artisan Chocolatier visit.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. A reservation at Café Enzo. Set in a sandstone Tuscan courtyard in Pokolbin, the menu is homemade and locally sourced. Guests pay on the day (café prices).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 18..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | Sydney is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Luxury Hunter Valley Tour | Small Grp, Gin, & Lunch Stop | 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!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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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.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Alcoholic beverages3 exclusive, tailored wine tastings at some of the Hunter Valley’s finest wineries.
  • Bottled waterBottled water is provided for each guest
  • You'll have the opportunity to add on gin tasting at no extra charge if desired.
  • Pick up and drop off from Sydney in air-conditioned transport throughout the day
  • Artisan Chocolatier visit
  • LunchA reservation at Café Enzo. Set in a sandstone Tuscan courtyard in Pokolbin, the menu is homemade and locally sourced. Guests pay on the day (café prices).

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

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