About this tour
This 11.5-hour Hunter Valley excursion pairs wine, beer, and artisanal spirits tastings with lunch at family-run producers north of Sydney. You'll visit two or three small wineries, tour production facilities, and meet the makers themselves. The tour accommodates different tastes—swap wines for local brews, add chocolate pairings, or explore craft spirits. Lunch typically features wood-fired pizzas and shared plates at a winery venue.
Highlights
- Behind-the-scenes winery or vineyard production tour
- Tastings at 2–3 small, family-owned producers
- Meet winemakers and brewers in person
- Wood-fired pizza lunch with wine or beer
- Optional chocolate pairing or local beer paddle
- Craft spirits tasting at final stop
- Small group vehicles, 12–22 passengers max
What to expect
You'll spend the morning and early afternoon driving between intimate, independent wineries in the Hunter Valley. Each stop includes a guided look at how wine or beer is actually made—tanks, barrels, the lot—followed by tastings where you chat directly with the producers. Lunch breaks the day in half, usually with shared antipasti and pizzas at one of the venues. By afternoon, the palate work continues: choose your final tasting adventure (wine and chocolate, a beer selection, or spirits) before heading back to Sydney. Small-group dynamics mean you'll probably bond with fellow travellers.
Good to know
Book ahead if you use a wheelchair; vehicles accept foldable chairs only, no lifts or ramps. Not suitable for pregnant travellers. Service animals welcome. Public transport is accessible nearby if needed. Lunch and most drinks are included; budget for any extras.
Frequently asked
- How long does Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch take?
- Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch runs for approximately 11h 30m.
- How much does Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch cost?
- Prices start from AUD $285 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Sydney Grains and Grapes Hunter Valley Wine and Beer with Lunch?
- 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.