PRIVATE PREMIUM Wine Tour
Hunter Valley, Australia
Our all-inclusive private tour is perfect for those wishing to sample some of the best boutique wines in the Hunter. We include a seated handcrafted chocolate and wine pairing experience*, a cheese tasting AND a wood fired pizza luncheon set amongst the vines... so if you like food and variety, this is the tour for you!
Guests will also enjoy a further 2 seated wine tastings PLUS a stop to try gin, vodka and schnapps* There's also a good chance of spotting kangaroos and meeting some cute winery dogs!
Your local guide is there to chauffeur you between destinations & will pick you up from your accommodation whether it's a hotel or Airbnb.
Please note: THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR. The number you book for is the number that will be on the tour.
* Chocolate and wine pairing will be held at either Glandore Estate or may be substituted with Hunter Wine Lab **Either Hunter Distillery or Small Mouth Vodka.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior, change of tour date is subject to availability.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Glandore Estate Wines, 1595 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
50 minute chocolate and wine tasting experience. 6 wines paired with custom made Adora handcrafted chocolate. This experience is complimentary. Additional wines may be tasted depending on time.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hunter Belle Cheese Room & Cafe, 1616 Broke Rd De Iliuus Wines, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
Complimentary cheese tasting of locally made cheeses. Coffee, salumi, cheese and fudge for sale. Wine Tour van is equipped with storage. This venue may be substituted with a stop at Binnorie Dairy.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: IronBark Hill Brewhouse, 694 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
Lunch stop at Ironbark Brewhouse.
Set amongst the vines of Peter Draytons vineyard, our very generous lunch menu includes woodfired pizzas to share, chunky handcut fries with aioli, garden salad and chicken wings (or bruscetta). Food is included in the price of the tour - expect leftovers!
Beer paddles and wine available to purchase
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hunter Distillery, 1686 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
Experience tasting craft gin, vodka and schnapps at this working Distillery. Organic and made in the Hunter with something for all palates. Note: this venue may be substituted with Small Mouth Vodka or Newcastle Distillery - please let us know if you have a preference
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Hanging Tree Wines, 294 O'Connors Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
Complimentary wine tasting at this beautiful and hidden gem tucked away in the Parish of Pokolbin. Originally a 1900s cattle farm, the vineyard has a rich history and a fun and rustic atmosphere with a great range of easy to drink wines. Stunning gardens and views to enjoy along with the resident labrador hosts make this a unique experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Oakvale Wines, 1596 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia
Complimentary wine tasting at this beautiful organic vineyard including their best selling Winery made Apple Cider, peach Bellini and Prosecco.
Duration: 1 hour
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Alcoholic Beverages - Wine, Gin, Vodka, Liqueurs and Schnapps
- Bottled water
- Lunch - Wood fired pizza (minimum one between two people), salad, chunky fries and aioli and wings or bruscetta. Please note only the meal is included. Beverages inc. beer, wine, cider available to purchase.
- Snacks - complimentary cheese and chocolates
- Entry/Admission - Glandore Estate Wines
- Entry/Admission - Hanging Tree Wines
- Entry/Admission - Hunter Belle Cheese Room & Cafe
- Entry/Admission - Hunter Distillery
- Entry/Admission - IronBark Hill Brewhouse
- Entry/Admission - Oakvale Wines
Exclusions
- Beer and Cider are available for $18 per paddle.Peter Drayton wines also available by the glass.
Additional information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Not wheelchair accessible
- PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be 18 years or over to participate in tasting/consuming alcoholic beverages.
- PLEASE NOTE: There is a step up into the Tour vehicle which may present difficulties for guests with mobility issues.
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Please note we strongly encourage all travellers to have proof of a current vaccination. Most vineyards will require this to participate.
- 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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