About this tour
Explore Australia's oldest wine region on a personalised 8–11 hour tour of the Hunter Valley. Visit three hand-selected wineries or swap one for a gin and vodka tasting, sampling wines matched with local cheeses, chocolates or charcuterie boards. The valley's 200-plus producers sit amid farmland and rolling hills. Tailor your day to suit your palate—whether you're a seasoned collector, curious newcomer or spirits enthusiast—with optional upgrades available.
Highlights
- Three wineries with tasting fees included, or two wineries plus gin/vodka tasting
- Free cheese and chocolate tastings at participating venues
- Private transport with personalised itinerary built around your preferences
- Wine pairings with local produce, charcuterie or hand-made chocolate
- Oldest wine region in Australia, 200+ wineries and distilleries to explore
- Lunch at a restaurant we'll book; pay direct at the table
- Suitable for all fitness levels; infant seats and prams available
What to expect
Your guide will collect you and drive through the Hunter Valley's farming landscape, stopping at three wineries you've chosen beforehand—or mix in a spirits tasting instead. At each stop, you'll taste and learn about the producer's methods without pressure to buy. Cheese, chocolate or board platters can be ordered on the day to accompany tastings. Around midday you'll break for lunch at a local restaurant; book ahead but settle the bill yourself. The pace is relaxed and conversation-focused, tailored to whether you're new to wine or deepening knowledge.
Good to know
Lunch costs are separate; we'll secure a table at our recommendation. Premium reserve tastings and food pairings are add-ons (roughly AUD$25–30 per person), paid to your guide on the day in cash. Infant seats, prams and service animals are welcome. Public transport runs nearby if needed.
Frequently asked
- How long does Hunter Valley wine and cheese starting from the Hunter region take?
- Hunter Valley wine and cheese starting from the Hunter region runs for approximately 8 hours – 11 hours.
- How much does Hunter Valley wine and cheese starting from the Hunter region cost?
- Prices start from AUD $600 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Hunter Valley wine and cheese starting from the Hunter region run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Hunter Valley wine and cheese starting from the Hunter region?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. The Australian Explorer earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original The Australian Explorer summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.