Boutique Hunter Valley Wine Tour Departing from Newcastle

We have hand-selected vineyards to provide you with the quintessential taste of the Hunter Valley. From national labels with ancient vines to charming family-run estates and everything in between, your day will overflow with delightful discoveries.

Our intimate tour group size grants you an exclusive experience that larger tour companies simply cannot provide due to number restrictions at some wineries. You'll gain access to arguably the Hunter Valley's most prized vineyard, enjoying tastings and moments that would be impossible with a crowd.

Three intimate, seated wine tasting experiences will tantalise your palette. A lunchtime respite amid the vines features an al a carte lunch at "The Farm - 4 Pines" (at own cost). Experience the artistry of spirits with a glittering vodka tasting and savour the local dairy scene with an artisanal cheese tasting.

We'll pick you up and drop you off at your Newcastle address. Spend an indulgent day among the vines while we handle the details.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, 750 De Beyers Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia

The expansive 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 stunning 360 degree views. Enjoy a Premium seated wine tasting at Audrey Wilkinson which lasts around 45 minutes.

You can wander freely through the on site 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.

We will also allow some time for photos, as the views are phenomenal!

*All stops are subject to change in unforeseen circumstances.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Small Mouth Vodka, Shop 20, 2090 Hunter Valley Garden, Pokolbin NSW 2320, Australia

Here you will choose 8 tastings including flavoured vodkas, gins and liqueurs - some with glitter!

Small Mouth Vodka is handcrafted and free from preservatives and anything artificial. Carefully distilled using only premium organic ingredients, Small Mouth boasts a full flavour with a long, smooth finish.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: RidgeView, 273 Sweetwater Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320, Australia

As you pull up to RidgeView Wines, you can feel the passion and hard work that goes into these award-winning wines. This charming family-run cellar door is the culmination of a dream to handcraft small batches of estate and locally grown wines that truly capture the essence of this renowned wine region.
Inside the tasting room, be prepared to discover why RidgeView has earned a 5 star Halliday rating. Their refined Chardonnays, earthy Shirazes, and lively Semillons are sure to impress even the most discerning palate. Savor the flavors that only decades of winemaking expertise can achieve. By the end of your visit, you'll agree these are Hunter Valley wines not to be missed.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: 4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley, Corner Hermitage Rd &, Mistletoe Ln, Pokolbin NSW 2320, Australia

We will be stopping for lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm.
4 Pines taproom, bistro, and cellar door offers 600 square meters of panoramic Hunter Valley views. Enjoy a beer at the 12-tap bar or a Semillon on the patio. This destination venue provides 360-degree views of picturesque vineyards.
We'll dine al fresco under the pavilion overlooking the vines for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. The perfect lunch stop to energize us before we continue our tour!
Please note that lunch is not included in the tour.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Saltire Estate, 113 Wilderness Rd, Lovedale NSW 2325, Australia

This winery has a Scottish influence, honouring the legacy of James Busby, the proud Scot known as the father of Australian wine. Busby brought 500 cuttings from Europe to Australia and planted them in the Hunter region of Belford, not far from Lovedale. It is from these vines that the majority of existing Hunter Valley vineyards were propagated
Step inside the rustic cellar door, furnished with repurposed furniture and barrels. Discover the Saltire Estate Signature Wine Tasting experience and indulge in breathtaking views of their Semillon vines while savoring their wines.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Binnorie Dairy, 25 Lodge Rd, Lovedale NSW 2325, Australia

As the sun begins to set on our Hunter Valley wine tour, we have one final stop - the renowned Binnorie Dairy. Arrive at their tasting bar and let the cheesemakers be your guides through a flight of their creamy cow and goat milk creations.

Watch through viewing windows as they carefully craft each batch using time-honored techniques. Savor the rich, complex flavors and discover why Binnorie Dairy has become a destination for cheese aficionados across Australia.

The espresso machine is always switched on so this is the perfect time to grab a takeaway as we drive back to Newcastle.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour goes from Newcastle to the Hunter Valley (and returns). The driving time to the Hunter Valley from Newcastle is approximately one hour each way, depending on which suburb people are getting picked up from, this time will increase."
"Total tour duration includes travel time."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience 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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 08:00 AM
Duration: 8 To 10 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Newcastle address - hotel, airbnb, private residence.

Pick up areas accepted are: Newcastle East/ West, Merewether, Cooks Hill, The Hill, Bar Beach, Adamstown, Hamilton, Kotara, Charlestown, Highfields, Lambton, New Lambton, Mayfield, Sandgate, Waratah, Jesmond, Cameron Park and Wallsend.

For other Newcastle locations please contact us prior to booking.

Travel time from Newcastle to the Hunter Valley is roughly an hour each way.

Ports

• Newcastle Ferry Terminal, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• 3 x Premium sit down wine tastings
• Spirit distillery tasting
• Cheese tasting
• Entry/Admission - Saltire Estate
• Entry/Admission - RidgeView
• Entry/Admission - Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard

Not Included

• Lunch

Facilities