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Delightful tour and fantastic tour guide
Tour guide Eva is FANTASTIC! We had an absolutely delightful tour of the Hunter Valley, immersed in the aromas of wine and chocolate.
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Price from
- $156 / person
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 217 reviews
- Languages
- CMN, JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Brighton Tours - Gray Line Sydney
Description
Did someone say Chocolate and award-winning Wine? Awaken your senses on a curated Hunter Valley journey, exploring renowned historic wineries, strolling among vine-lined vistas, and experiencing the region’s rich terroir. Enjoy a refined two-course lunch with paired local wines, followed by indulgent chocolate for the perfect finish to your premium day tour. No trip to the Hunter Valley would be complete without a stop at the famous HV Chocolate Company. Finally, it’s time to head for home knowing that you have tantalised your senses having tasted, seen, sniffed, felt and heard all there is to know about the Hunter Valley region of NSW.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 18–95)
- $156
- Child (ages 3–17)
- $142
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
In demand: 9 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hunter Valley
Did someone say Chocolate, Cheese and award winning Wine? Awaken your senses on a carefully curated day tour to discover the rich history of wine making in the Hunter Valley at some of the oldest wineries as well as the next generation of winemakers. Be amazed at the panoramic views of this vast shallow valley whilst you walk amongst the vines feeling the rich terroir. Lunch is included in one of “the Hunter’s” best loved restaurants including a glass of wine, beer or soft drink. No trip to the Hunter Valley would be complete without a stop at the famous HV Chocolate Company or one of the many local cheese makers. Finally, it’s time to head for home knowing that you have tantalised your senses having tasted, seen, smelled, felt and heard all there is to know about the Hunter Valley region of NSW.
Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard
Arriving in the Hunter Valley our first stop is at one of the region's most historic vineyards where we marvel at the rows of vines that reach across the valley to the horizon. Here we have our first guided wine tasting of delicious Hunter Valley wine.
Mount Pleasant Wines
Arrive at the iconic Mount Pleasant Wines (or similar) - one of the Hunter Valley’s most storied wineries and a true cornerstone of Australian winemaking. Today, you’ll enjoy a curated tasting that showcases Mount Pleasant’s exceptional range of estate-grown and single-vineyard wines. You’ll have the rare opportunity to taste Australia’s oldest Pinot Noir, while overlooking the very vines that produce it - an experience that combines history, craftsmanship and the natural beauty of the Hunter Valley.
Hunter Valley
Today’s experience includes a premium two-course lunch paired with local Hunter Valley red and white wines chosen to match each dish. Lunch is hosted at voco™ Kirkton Park Hotel an elegant country manor - one of the Hunter Valley’s most scenic and distinguished dining venues (or similar)
Hunter Valley Chocolate Company
Our "sweet" stop of the day is at the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company where you will enjoy a chocolate tasting that is absolutely divine!
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Gourmet lunch featuring fresh Aussie local ingredients
In-person Guide: English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Wine tastings at three select Hunter Valley cellar doors
Gratuities
Complimentary snacks onboard the coach
Pickup Locations & Times
Tour guide & Pickup time will be sent on one day prior to the tour, through email and SMS. If pickup is not required, our group will meet you at Central Station Western Forecourt Coach Bay #8. Google map search: Brighton Tours Meeting Point Google map link: https://g.co/kgs/XKRrQSC Due to operational management reasons, hotel pickup will not be available for bookings made after 3:00 PM on the day prior to the tour. If your booking falls into this category, please kindly make your own way to the meeting point below: Meeting Point: Coach Bay 8, Western Forecourt Central Station, Sydney Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you on the tour!
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
217 reviews
How it compares in Sydney
- Starting price $156 is 56% below the typical $352 for tours of similar length in Sydney
Excurgo comparison of 987 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The minimum drinking age is 18 years old
- Please note that when passenger numbers are low, the tour may operate as a bilingual tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour take?
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour cost?
Prices start at $156 per person for this Sydney experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–17 pay from $142, adults from $156. Infants go free.
Does Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour sell out?
It can: 9 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Tour guide & Pickup time will be sent on one day prior to the tour, through email and SMS. If pickup is not required, our group will meet you at Central Station Western Forecourt Coach Bay #8. Google map search: Brighton Tours Meeting Point Google map link: https://g.co/kgs/XKRrQSC Due to operational management reasons, hotel pickup will not be available for bookings made after 3:00 PM on the day prior to the tour. If your booking falls into this category, please kindly make your own way to the meeting point below: Meeting Point: Coach Bay 8, Western Forecourt Central Station, Sydney Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you on the tour! Pickup points include Paradox Sydney.
What languages is Hunter Valley Wine Tasting, 2-Course Lunch, & Chocolate Tour offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(217)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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A great day of wine tasting
We booked only the day before the tour. My wife & I were the only English speakers on the tour. Also the only seniors. We had a driver & guide who were both incredible. They ensured we were included. The service was outstanding. The two wineries were very good & we’ve been to many. Lunch was plentiful and good. The stop for chocolate was nice but unnecessary in my opinion. I work part time as a travel agent in Canada & would absolutely recommend this company.
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Hunter Valley Australia wine tour.
We enjoyed our tour today. Gordon, our tour guide and driver, was remarkable. He looked after 38 people with ease. It’s our first bus load tour. We normally go on very small or private tours. It was a great day with a lot of friendly people.
S
Too short. Took over an hour and a half to leave the CBD due to pickup errors. Avoid.
A comedy of errors on our tour. It took over an hour and a half to leave Sydney CBD. From picking up the wrong people, having to go back to the CBD to pick up the right people, (ended up an hour later back at our original pick up point) to multiple pickups and transferring people to different tours it wasn’t good. So much lost time which could have been spent in the Hunter Valley. Multi lingual tour. Which was great. But some languages felt cheated. Long descriptions in one language. So short in others. The venues selected were excellent. So top points there. But the tour operator cheated out on pre selected menu options. Pick another operator I think.
D
Good wines and great guides!
Sota and Yan are very accommodating! They provided a great experience. Will definitely book again!
3
Hunter Valley
Yang is very good. Decent trip.
4
Great day trip ezperience
Yan and Danny are super friendly and knowledgeable about the area we went to. Highly recommend them
E
Memorable
Friendly driver REN and guide Danny. Good memories in hunter valley especially the second one.
T
A memorable trip to wineyard
I visited to wine yards n choclate factory with brighton n tours. I enjoyed so much, it was a memorable experience n value for money definitely. Special thanks to Guide Yen n Sota for taking care of us n showing us wild kangaroos on the way. Making vine tasting more fun n making journey unforgettable.
H
Great to experience
Great experience and a very well organised day. The bus driver and guide were very professional and good. Meal was lovely and the winery’s were fantastic.
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