Small Group Hunter Valley Wine Tour + Lunch, Gin & Choc ex Sydney

About this tour

This 11–12 hour day tour from Sydney takes you north to the Hunter Valley's celebrated wine region. Visit three boutique wineries and a spirits distillery, sampling each producer's stock with expert commentary. A seated lunch featuring local ingredients and your choice of wine, craft beer or cider punctuates the day. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking techniques, taste small-batch gin and vodka, and return to central Sydney by late afternoon.

Highlights

• Three winery tastings led by knowledgeable local producers
• Behind-the-scenes production tour at a working winery
• Gin and vodka distillery visit with tasting
• One-course lunch with included beverage pairing
• Air-conditioned minivan transport from Sydney CBD
• Small group setting for personalised experience

What to expect

You'll depart Sydney early morning in a comfortable minivan with a small group and knowledgeable guide. Each winery stop lasts around 45 minutes to an hour, with guided tastings and brief production insights. Mid-tour, you'll sit down to a single substantial course meal with local produce, paired with your drink of choice. The distillery visit follows lunch, keeping the afternoon pace relaxed. Expect to stand and walk around vineyard grounds and production spaces; closed-toe shoes are essential for safety during the production tour. By late afternoon you'll return to your Sydney drop-off point.

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