Top Hunter Valley Bus Tours

Embark on an immersive food and wine tasting journey through the renowned and picturesque Hunter Valley, on a half day filled with gourmet food and wine pairings, tasting experiences and exclusive behind the scenes barrel tasting. Perfect for foodies and wine lovers seeking a unique, fun and informative experience! Tour Visits; Three cellar doors (including a working winery) in the Pokolbin Region.

Discover one of Australia’s most popular wine regions on this full-day excursion from Sydney to Hunter Valley. Join a small group and visit boutique wineries for tours of their facilities and guided tastings to learn about wines. Then, visit a local cheesemaker for an organized tasting plus a delicious cafe lunch paired with a glass of wine.

Full-Day Hunter Valley Wine & Food Tour Travellers’ Choice Award Winner | Lunch at Own Cost Join us for a relaxed, top-rated experience in the heart of the Hunter Valley. This boutique tour showcases premium, small-batch wines, artisan food, and the region’s stunning scenery—all led by a passionate local guide. Tour Highlights: Premium wine tastings at handpicked boutique cellar doors Cheese & wine pairing at one stop with a local tasting board Vodka & gin tasting at a local distillery (venue-dependent) Lunch at a local brewhouse – Choose what you like from the menu (own expense) Artisan cheese & chocolate sampling (venue-dependent) Wildlife spotting – Keep an eye out for kangaroos along the way Travel in comfort – Modern, air-conditioned vehicle Expert local guide – Friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing a memorable day Perfect for couples, friends, and food & wine lovers looking to experience the best of the Hunter in a fun, friendly, small-group setting.

If you’re short on time but want to experience the best of the Hunter Valley, this half-day vineyard tour is ideal. You’ll visit three boutique wineries, where you’ll sample a selection of fine wines. At one, you’ll take a cheese and wine masterclass, where you’ll learn to match seven cheeses with seven wines. Armed with this knowledge, happy hour at your house will never be the same again.

If you're a wine lover, no visit to Australia would be complete without a trip to Hunter Valley, an area renowned for its wine and cheese. As well as visiting some of the area's best wineries, you'll learn about how to pair wine with different foods and sample local delicacies such as cheese and chocolate. Plus, round-trip transfers mean that you can both enjoy the scenery and not worry about driving after sampling wine.

Taste the essence of the Hunter Valley on this exclusive boutique wine tour. Visit top vineyards and enjoy three seated wine tastings, complemented by artisan vodka and gin tastings. A local guide shares insights about the region's rich winemaking heritage while you savor either local cheeses, chocolates, or small bites paired tasting (varies each tour). Enjoy lunch at The Farm, 4 Pines, with stunning vineyard views (lunch at your own cost). With a maximum of 11 guests, this small-group experience guarantees personalized attention and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for wine lovers and celebration groups alike. - Three exclusive wine tastings at selected vineyards (inc one paired experience) - Local pickup from Cessnock, Pokolbin, Lovedale, and more - Small group size for an intimate experience - Lunch available at The Farm with picturesque views - Vodka & Gin tasting

Taste your way around the Hunter Valley on this day tour from Sydney. Soak up the scenery as you sample some of Australia's best wine, cheese, chocolate, and spirits during guided tastings at three wineries and a distillery. In addition to visiting local producers, you'll also enjoy a relaxed lunch with wine, craft beer, or cider in a scenic spot in the Valley.

Our tours are fully customisable to suit you. You can add as many or as few venues as you like. We can build an itinerary to suit all tastes and budgets. Our tours are 100% private, you'll never share a vehicle with anyone not in your group. We pick up from most accommodations within the Lower Hunter Valley (please confirm before booking). Your tour includes pick up from 9:30am* onwards, to as late as 9:30pm*, including dinner transfers if you'd like to go out in the evening. It just doesn't include your tasting fees and meals. Our tours are also dog friendly, if you'd like to bring your furry friend with you. * Hours outside these times are available at an additional fee of $25 per hour or part thereof.

Indulge your inner foodie as you discover the fine wines and culinary delights of Australia’s famous Hunter Valley. Set out from Sydney on a full-day trip, stopping to enjoy tours and tastings at the region’s most prestigious boutique wineries. Along the way, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and sample regional cheeses and chocolates.

With no more than 11 travellers, this tour offers a refined, relaxed and social day—ideal for solo guests, couples and friends seeking an elevated Hunter Valley escape. Embark on a luxury small-group wine tour of the Hunter Valley, with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Travel in comfort to the beautiful Broke-Fordwich and Pokolbin regions, known for their boutique cellar doors, exceptional wines and stunning vineyard landscapes. Enjoy premium tastings at three handpicked wineries, each offering an intimate experience away from the crowds. Lunch is at Café Enzo — one of the Hunter Valley's most-loved institutions. The menu is built around locally sourced produce, homemade cooking, and generous plates. Guests pay on the day (café prices — typically $25–$45 per dish). You’ll also visit an artisan chocolatier and have time to explore the estate and surrounding vineyards. Guests may opt to add a boutique gin tasting as part of their experience at no extra charge.

Discover the delicious wines and food of the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine-producing region, during a full-day tour from Pokolbin, Cessnock, or Rothbury. After a handy pickup, your wine tour includes relaxed wine tastings at boutique wineries, plus a delicious restaurant lunch. Sample local cheeses and chocolate during stops at local shops. Learn more about the region from your driver–guide during this entertaining and informative tour.

We offer a knowledgeable tour and fantastic wineries that we visit that make this tour the best our driver is local to the area which offers the best kept secrets in the Hunter valley

Sample great wine, cheese, and other gourmet treats on a full-day tour to the Hunter Valley from Sydney. Known for its great climate and fine wines, the Hunter Valley also boasts fantastic food producers who make the most of local ingredients. Your guide takes your small group to boutique wineries and cheese producers to sample the goods. Learn more about the winemakers who have given the Hunter Valley its reputation.

The Hunter Valley is renowned for its wine, but on this fun day tour you won’t be limited to this tasty beverage. At three wineries and a distillery you’ll get the chance to sample wine, gin, beer, cider, cheese, and chocolate. If they don’t leave you full enough, you’ll also enjoy a relaxed one-course lunch. This is an easy way to fully experience the Hunter Valley’s best without having to drive yourself.

Embark on an exhilarating half-day escapade into the heart of the Hunter Valley, where each moment promises a fusion of award-winning wines, breathtaking vineyard landscapes, and a delectable light lunch! Your adventure unfolds, picture yourself immersed in the rich tapestry of the Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, and Lovedale, as you indulge in tastings that dance on your palate like a symphony of flavours. But that’s not all – the climax of your journey takes place in the heart of a working boutique vineyard. Here, a locally sourced light lunch awaits, elevating your culinary experience amidst the vines. Not all dietary requirements, can be catered for with this light lunch. Your travels don’t finish there. Its off to a local distillery outlet for samples of vodkas and gins. Followed by a visit to the Hunter famous ‘Smelly Deli’ for a local cheese and chocolate shops, try not to fill yourself with all the yummy things to buy before we return you back to your accommodation.

Experience the Hunter Valley’s refined side on this small-group luxury wine tour designed for travellers who value quality over quantity. Your day begins with a premium tasting at Mount Pleasant, one of the region’s most historic wineries, served with cheese and olives. Next, enjoy an intimate tasting at Thomas Allen Wines—a boutique cellar door rarely offered to tour groups. Lunch is at the acclaimed Bistro Molines, where guests pay on the day and can choose their own two-course menu overlooking the vines. After lunch, visit Mount View Estate, a stunning new cellar door perched high above the valley. Enjoy a guided tasting while taking in one of the most spectacular views in the Hunter. Travelling in a luxury vehicle with an expert local guide, you’ll avoid crowded tourist stops and enjoy more relaxed, personalised experiences. Perfect for couples, friends, celebrations, and anyone seeking a more elevated Hunter Valley wine tour.

Explore some of the best big and boutique wineries and vineyards in the Hunter Valley without the hassle of arranging your own transportation, tastings, and tours during this full-day excursion. Ideal for wine lovers of all ages, visit spots you might otherwise have overlooked, and sample wine without the worry of drink-driving—someone else will take the wheel.

Discover the on-site museum at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard during a self-guided tour and learn the history of the vineyard and local area. Sit back and enjoy a master class on wine history, production, and tasting notes with an in-house wine expert. Pick up your gourmet picnic basket, and find a spot in the vineyards for lunch with views over the Hunter Valley.

Don't go wine tasting on an empty stomach: This wine masterclass pairs premium wines (not available in the shops) with a delicious cheese plate for a fuller experience. Sip red, white, and sparkling wines and learn about the different varieties while nibbling on cheese, overlooking the vineyard. This is a private experience just for you and your group.

This is the ultimate food and drink adventure in Hunter Valley! Enjoy a hassle-free intimate excursion with friends and family in luxury transport. Visit multiple boutique wineries to try the local produce. You won’t have to worry about getting hungry as a delicious lunch at Hunter Valley Gardens is included too. With time to explore a country styled village with specialty shops and galleries. You can try chocolate, cheese, liquors, wine and more on this comprehensive foodie experience.

Already staying in Hunter Valley wine country? On this private tour, the vehicle and guide are yours alone for the day. We collect you from your accommodation in Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba or Allandale at around 9:45am, so you reach your first cellar door as it opens at 10am. No city transfer, no strangers: just your group and a local guide. Enjoy three seated wine tastings at hand-picked cellar doors, one paired with cheese, chocolate or small bites, plus a small-batch vodka, gin and liqueur tasting. Tell us your favourite wines before the day and we will shape the stops around them. Lunch is a relaxed hour among the vines at your own cost, and you are home by about 4pm. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, hens weekends and family getaways. Runs seven days a week, priced per group. Depending on group size, you will travel in a luxury Mercedes-Benz or our 12-seat Toyota HiAce.

The Hunter Valley's breweries are spread out enough that visiting several usually means skipping the beer and driving. Hand the driving over on this guided tour and tasting experience. Cruise between three local breweries in an air-conditioned vehicle, sample craft beer and cider, and tuck into a delicious lunch and snacks.

Explore the Hunter Valley your way on this private wine tour from Newcastle, shaped entirely around your group. From iconic Australian labels to family-run cellar doors, every stop is hand-picked, with a private guide and door-to-door transport so all you have to do is sip, taste and enjoy. What's included: - Three exclusive seated wine tastings, each a relaxed and immersive cellar door experience - An artisan vodka and gin tasting, discovering the craft behind these award-winning spirits - A paired tasting of local cheese, chocolate or small bites, showing how food changes the flavours of wine - Lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm, with an à la carte meal (at your own cost) overlooking the vines - Pick up and drop off at your Newcastle address - Relaxed, insightful commentary from your guide as you travel between stops As a private tour, you choose the cellar doors, the pace and the timing, making it ideal for couples, groups of friends, corporate days and milestone celebrations.