Hunter Valley Day Tour

About this tour

Spend eight and a half hours exploring the Hunter Valley's winemaking heritage with visits to heritage vineyards, emerging producers, and artisan makers. You'll taste across multiple cellar doors, enjoy lunch at 4 Pines Brewery at Hunter Farm, and sample chocolate from a local producer. A local guide drives the group between stops, handling logistics while you focus on the region's flavours and stories.

Highlights

• Tour oldest vineyards in Hunter Valley's winemaking region
• Taste wines at multiple cellar doors throughout the day
• Lunch included at 4 Pines Brewery Hunter Farm venue
• Chocolate tasting at HV Chocolate Company
• Guided commentary on regional winemaking history and techniques
• Visit emerging winemakers alongside established producers

What to expect

You'll board a local bus with your guide early morning and work through a structured itinerary hitting key stops. At each cellar door you'll taste current releases and hear about each producer's approach—expect technical chat mixed with casual storytelling. Lunch breaks the tasting rhythm with proper food at the brewery. The chocolate stop is brief but hands-on. The pace allows time to linger at places that click with you, though the schedule keeps everyone moving. By mid-afternoon you're wrapping up at the visitor centre.

Good to know

Winery tasting fees at three venues (Drayton, BEN EAN, Savannah) aren't included—budget accordingly. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes for walking between tastings. Not suitable if pregnant. Wheelchair-accessible transport and venues available.