Sydney to Hunter Valley Wine Tasting - Full Day Small Group Tour

12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

All-inclusive wine tour with generous tastings, secret underground cellar museum access and expert local female driver guide.

What's Included

Total of 18 tastings at 3 different wineries included
Lunch included, selections from a set menu.
Complimentary bottle of water for each guest on board
Transport for the day. Pick up from one central location in the morning and return to the same location at the end of the day
Coffee, tea, additional beverages are at your own cost
OPTIONAL: Cheese and Chocolate Tastings are payable on the day of the tour if you wish to partake

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up between 6:45am - 7:00am. You do not need to be a hotel guest to select from the available hotel pick-up locations. Simply select the most convenient location and wait at the front. City Departure is at 7:00am and return to your pickup point is usually 6pm -7pm. Kindly include your best contact method so that we can reach you on the day of the tour if necessary (email and/or phone)

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Step into a captivating wine experience at Drayton’s Family Wines, the oldest continuously operating winery in Pokolbin (est. 1853), where tradition and quality converge. Guided Estate Tour – Wander through 170 years of winemaking heritage, led by expert guides who bring the Drayton family story to life. Behind-the-Scenes Access – Get up close to the winemaking process, including the chance to taste wine straight from the tank—an insider’s perspective seldom offered elsewhere. Underground Cellar Museum Wine Tasting – Descend into the atmospheric cellar museum and enjoy a six-wine tasting in this historic, tunnel-like setting that immerses you in both flavour and history. (only available Mondays to Fridays; alternative behind the scenes access for Saturdays/Sundays)

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Set high on a picturesque hill in Pokolbin, Bimbadgen - meaning "Place of Good View" in the local indigenous language - is a renowned Hunter Valley estate famed for its sweeping vineyard panoramas, architecturally striking bell tower and an immersive wine country experience. Here you will enjoy the tastings of 6 wines and there's more than just wine; you can also explore the working winery from a vantage point above the production floor.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Ben Ean, Scottish for "Mountain of Pleasure", is a reimagined wine making estate in Pokolbin that captures over 174 years of Hunter Valley history, previously known as Lindeman's Estate. Now under the stewardship of the McGuigan and Peterson families, the property has been lovingly restored, blending heritage and modern elegance across its cellar door, restaurant, Still House and more. Here you will taste the diverse lineup of exceptional wines, including offerings from Peterson's Wines, Savannah Estate, Lisa & Neil McGuigan Wines, Weerona, SOMM, and perhaps exclusive Penfolds selections. Notable, Ben Ean is the only cellar door in New South Wales where you can taste the illustrious Penfolds Grange, served using a Coravin system and in Riedel glassware. (optional extra fees apply)

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Nestled in the heart of Pokolbin, Harrigan’s Hunter Valley is the perfect destination for a relaxed and friendly mid‑day break on your winery day tour. This charming pub‑bistro combines rustic comfort with contemporary appeal—picture cozy fireplaces, inviting booth seating, and a spacious alfresco terrace bathed in Hunter Valley sunshine. Choose your lunch meal from the following options: HALF RACK PORK RIBS GRILLED CHICKEN BURGER GRILLED BEEF BURGER ROASTED PUMPKIN AND QUINOA SALAD STEAK SANDWICH BANGERS AND MASH (SAUSAGE AND MASHED POTATO) CHICKEN SCHNITZEL FISH AND CHIPS BEEF AND GUINNESS POT PIE

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transport accommodates up to 2 wheelchairs with electric lift; however some venues do not have ramp access. Please message to confirm your requirements prior to booking and making payment
Supplied by Irene-Tour Guide Barbie

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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