Embark on a luxury wine tour from Sydney to the Hunter Valley, with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Travel to the Broke-Fordwich region, renowned for boutique cellar doors, exceptional wines, and stunning landscapes. Enjoy a day of indulgence with 3 premium wine tastings and a gourmet lunch (at your own expense). A small group (6–11 guests) offers space to connect, explore, and unwind without the crowds. Whether travelling solo or with a partner, enjoy a social, welcoming atmosphere where stories are shared over cellar door tastings and a long vineyard lunch. Your guide, Daniel, is personable, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth—more than a guide, he’s a local insider sharing hidden gems and wine wisdom that make the Hunter Valley unforgettable. Stroll through vineyards and capture memorable moments throughout the day.
Pick-up starts in Sydney from 8am. You will receive an exact pick up time from us closer to your tour date. Please be waiting outside your accommodation for your guide who will be driving a van with the "Coast to Cork' logo. Your guide will wait for no more than 5 minutes so as to keep the tour running on time for other guests. PLEASE BE ON TIME.
At 8:00 AM your journey begins as your driver/guide collects you from your designated pickup address in Sydney CBD in a luxury, air conditioned mini van. Enjoy the scenery as we head up the coast towards the beautiful Hunter Valley. The drive is approximately 2 1/2 hours. *We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Sydney or Hunter Valley address - hotel, Airbnb, private residence. Choose from our list of hotels or specify your address at the time of booking.
By 11:00 AM you'll arrive at your first destination—Krinklewood Estate. A hidden gem surrounded by Provençal-style gardens where peacocks roam freely. Here, you’ll indulge in an elegant wine tasting, perfectly paired with a locally sourced cheese and charcuterie board if you wish. Sip slowly as you'll be here for 1 1/2 hours. The perfect amount of time to enjoy the wine at an unhurried pace, take in the stunning atmosphere, and grab some Instagram-worthy photos in the grounds.
At 12:45 PM the French-inspired escape continues as we arrive at the breathtaking Talits Estate—a direct replica of a Château in Aix-en-Provence. Sip fine wines beside a tranquil, lily pad-covered lake, and, if you’re in the mood, enjoy a leisurely game of Pétanque or Quoits among the vines.
By 2:30 PM it’s time for a long, indulgent lunch. Dine in a charming Tuscan-style village, where Cafe Enzo, a chic café-restaurant, offers gourmet food in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, complete with an enchanting courtyard.
After lunch, we head to 1813, an elegant boutique cellar door set among the vines of Tinonee Vineyard Estate. Relax and enjoy a wine tasting experience Relax in their air-conditioned cellar door during the warmer months and fireside on the adjoining terrace during the cooler months, whilst admiring the picturesque scenery and spectacular sandstone formation known as Yellow Rock. Soak in the charm of your surroundings before we begin the return journey to Sydney.
You'll depart the Hunter Valley at approximately 4pm and will return to Sydney CBD at around 6pm
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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