About this tour
Spend nine hours exploring Hunter Valley's finest independent wineries in a private vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit three boutique producers for tastings, pause for lunch showcasing regional ingredients at their peak, then cap the afternoon with chocolate matched to wines. Hotel transfers and all tastings included—no rushing between stops, no crowded tour groups.
Highlights
- Three separate winery tastings across boutique producers
- Regional lunch featuring fresh local seasonal produce
- Chocolate and wine pairing finale
- Cheese sampling at wineries
- Private vehicle and expert local guide throughout
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- National parks fees covered
What to expect
Your guide collects you from your hotel and drives you into the valley's quiet corners where smaller, family-run wineries operate away from the tourist circuit. At each stop, you'll taste wines directly with the winemakers or their staff—expect honest conversation about vintages and production methods rather than scripted patter. Lunch arrives at a proper venue where the kitchen actually sources from local growers; this isn't a quick sandwich. The final chocolate pairing happens later in the day when your palate has been properly tuned. Bring sunscreen and comfortable shoes; you'll be on your feet during tastings but never hiking.
Good to know
The tour isn't suitable if you're pregnant. Infants can come along in prams. Weather occasionally forces cancellations or route changes; fire bans and road closures are common in summer. Tips aren't included in the price. Bottled water is provided throughout.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley take?
- Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley runs for approximately 9 hours.
- How much does Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1099 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Luxury Tour: Tastes of the Hunter Valley?
- 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.