Australia · HUNTER VALLEY TOURS
The oldest wine region in the country is two hours north of Sydney and built for a day trip. These 15 compare cellar counts, the cheese and chocolate stops, lunch, and whether you are collected from the city or the vines.
Cruise Port Stephens for wild dolphins, headland views, captain’s commentary, and a splashy boom-net ride for $28.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the time dolphin watching and great commentary by captain. Sadly not too much activity by dolphins. One had to be quick with the camera. Just being on the sea for me was fabulous.”
Review of the 3-hour Hunter Valley wine tour with three tastings, a seven-cheese pairing, scenic views, pickup, and practical value advice.
“Two fat blokes winery the best, would have been nice to have one of the two fat blokes during tasting. Very friendly & informative driver Julie. I would give the second winery a total miss. Very little contact with staff, not welcoming/sterile environment, did not enjoy any of the wines.”
Review of the 7-hour Hunter Valley wine tour with cheese, chocolate, brewery tastings, lunch, transport, guides, value, and practical tips.
“This was a great experience. Worked really well to also stay at H Boutique Hotel so pick up and drop off were easy.”
Ride a 4WD into Stockton Sand Dunes for unlimited sandboarding, big views, friendly instruction, and excellent Port Stephens value.
“Trip booking was flexible, we were able to switch to anothet time slot 24 hours prior due to weather conditions. Staff were friendly and helpful. But kids and adults enjoyed the experience. Comments from my kids: Even though the weather was windy and the sand got in our eyes the activity was overall pretty good.”
Taste Hunter Valley wines at three boutique wineries, including a seven-cheese pairing at Two Fat Blokes, with local pickup and friendly guides.
“Great tour, lots of delicious wine and loved the cheese pairing. The tastings were done at a great pace too. Loved it”
Review of the Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney, with boutique tastings, lunch, cheese, chocolate, spirits, transport, and practical tips.
“Great scenery, drive, company, and wineries. Learned a lot about wine making. Got to sample some really good small batch wines.”
Review of Port Stephens Dolphin Discovery Cruise: wildlife, boom-net fun, scenery, price, practical tips, and who should book.
“The cruise was nice, friendly crew. Was a bit of an overcast day with some light rain which wasn't ideal but on a sunny hot day this cruise would be even better especially if you want to use the slide and boom net. We saw a few dolphins and at one point had one swim past the bow which was cool. It's a nice way to spend 1.5 hours on the bay”
Review Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard’s Hunter Valley picnic, wine masterclass, museum visit, value, food, views, guides, and booking tips.
“Fabulous. The best wine tasting and picnic in The Hunter Valley. The winery and views are simply, beautiful and inspiring. If there is just one thing to do, make it this one.”
Cruise Port Stephens for dolphins, coastal views, boom nets, slides, and swimming on a lively two-hour catamaran trip from Nelson Bay.
“It was amazing! Will be back when again in Nelson bay”
Ride a 4WD to Stockton Beach for unlimited sandboarding, big dune views, family fun, and flexible return shuttles from Anna Bay.
“A fun quick activity. Walking up the sand dunes was harder than expected but sliding down was fun. Only need a couple runs to get the effect and the buses bring you back whenever you’re ready.”
Review of the Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney, with winery tastings, lunch, cheese, chocolate, spirits, transport, value, and practical tips.
“The wine tasting is enjoyable, driver was fantastic. It is a long ride from Sydney. 90% of the wine was very good”
Review of the 7-hour Hunter Valley wine tour with cheese, chocolate, lunch, small-group transport, tastings, guides, price, and practical tips.
“We had such a lovely time and we’re so grateful for the design of the tour and the smooth and safe transportation. The winery choices were lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed the inclusion of both the cheese pairing and the chocolate pairings. We were disappointed by Ness’s inability to answer questions, but this was quickly resolved by the other sommeliers on the tour.”
Newcastle Dark Stories True Crime Tour review: a 90-minute evening walk through murders, hauntings, wartime history, and old Newcastle.
“We enjoyed the experience. It was Lori our guides first group and she did amazing. Her energy friendliness and passion shows and as she gets more experienced she will be a fantastic story teller. Thanks Lori for an interesting night and a glimpse into Newcastles history.”
Taste premium Hunter Valley wines with a private host, cheese plate, vineyard views, and practical guidance at Ivanhoe Wines.
“Drinking wine and eating chees in front of the view. The staff were great and really tried to give us the wines we would like”
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through Pokolbin, taste Hunter Valley wines, cheese and chocolate, and enjoy a relaxed three-hour outing.
“Absolutely enjoyed the experience with Liam on our 3 hour horse and carriage wine tour. Liam gave us a fantastic time and was very helpful carrying our wine for us giving us a terrific insight to the Hunter Valley”
Pick a coastline, a cellar door or a national park.
