australian traveller hunter valley

16 unique Hunter Valley wine tours for more than just transport

Kristie Lau-Adams

Travel Journalist

01 November 2023

Let somebody else track the time with an expert-led Hunter Valley wine tour.

Hunter Valley vineyards are pouring some of the country’s most delicious wines around every corner — so who’s willing to go designated driver? Fortunately, there’s a Hunter Valley wine tour for every budget, group size and tastebud, ticking off the region’s finest wineries and foodie attractions from the comfort of plush vehicles driven by experts who know where they’re going. Here, we break down the finest so you can sit back and savour.

1. Two Fat Blokes

Feeling fancy? Two Fat Blokes can pop you and three others behind the wheel of a Maserati as you explore Hunter Valley’s most popular wineries.

Explore stunning wineries in Hunter Valley in a Maserati. (Image: Destination NSW)

The Hunter Valley wine tour company offers a stack of half and full-day trips, spanning extravagant small group tours (catering for singles) and larger experiences transporting up to 14 passengers in a luxury air-conditioned van.

Be transported around the Hunter Valley in an air-conditioned van.

The team arrange pick-ups from accommodation in Cessnock, Lovedale, Pokolbin, Nulkaba and Rothbury. Half-day tours include a minimum of three wineries and a cheese and wine pairing while full-day tours include lunch and a scenic flight or accommodation if you splash out.

Sample wines and cheese with Two Fat Blokes. (Image: Destination NSW)

Prices start from just $95 per person for a half-day tour. Two Fat Blokes also have their own lovely kitchen and deli in Pokolbin so there’s ample opportunity to pick up take-home spoils.

2. Classic Tours

Capping their tours at 11 passengers, Classic Tours allow you to create your very own intimate wine-hopping adventure. An ideal choice for groups who have a few hot spots on the list, this Hunter Valley wine tour company offers half and full-day tours if you’re staying within Hunter Valley proper plus full-day tours out of Newcastle, Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie and the Central Coast.

Explore Hunter Valley in the comfort of a Mustang convertible. (Image: Therese Hockings and Christopher Hockings)

You’ll be transported in a plush air-conditioned van with a sunroof, and you’re invited to play your own music through the sound system. Prices start from $135 per person and include a minimum of three wineries or distilleries. The team also offer a luxe full-day experience for groups of up to three people, priced from $395, where you’ll knock off your hit list in the comfort of a Mustang convertible.

Classic Tours include a visit to the Hunter Wine Lab. (Image: Therese Hockings and Christopher Hockings)

3. Vineyard Shuttle Service

If you’re already familiar with the Hunter Valley’s top dogs and are keen to uncover emerging superstars, Vineyard Shuttle Service ’s Next Gen tour is right up your alley.

The full-day Hunter Valley wine tour costs $199 per person and includes visiting four newish destinations that specialise in gin and vodka, cheese and chocolate pairings and lunch at 4 Pines at the Farm. And it’s not the only stellar tour going.

The team run half and full-day tours in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus that departs most accommodation spots within the Hunter Valley, with prices starting from $85 per person. Transfers between wineries, transfers from Sydney and Newcastle airports and private charters are also available.

4. Tex Tours

Targeting small groups of up to 12 passengers, Tex Tours offers guided tours departing Lovedale and Pokolbin, plus Newcastle and Maitland upon request. The full-day trips cover four or five vineyards in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus that ventures off the usual tourist track so you’ll likely discover new favourites by the day’s end. Prices start from $90 per person and you can also arrange half-day and full-day private charters if you’re craving privacy.

5. Hunter Valley Horses

Make it a tour you’ll never forget with Hunter Valley Horses , a Hunter Valley wine tour conducted via a two horse-drawn carriage.

Journey through the lush greeneries with Hunter Valley Horses. (Image: Destination NSW)

From a 45-minute scenic trot through picturesque surroundings (excluding vineyards), priced from $55 per person, to full-day winery tours priced from $220 per person, there’s a smorgasbord of wonderful options.

Trot past picturesque vineyards on a horseback ride. (Image: Destination NSW)

Private tours include transfers from your Pokolbin accommodation while others depart from the company’s Hermitage Road location, but all travel through quiet back roads at a lovely pace, giving you a unique opportunity to take in the Hunter’s unmistakable beauty. Horse riding and family-friendly animal feeding tours at the company’s farm are also on offer.

Join the Hunter Valley Horses tour to see the beauty of the vineyards from a different perspective. (Image: Destination NSW)

6. Hunter Valley Classic Carriages

Yet another stack of carriage-led tours are run by Hunter Valley Classic Carriages , located right opposite the Hunter Valley Gardens on Broke Road. Whether you’re after a one-hour, half-day or full-day variety, each tour has been designed to do all the heavy lifting for you, and that includes sourcing a delicious lunch more often than not.

Explore Hunter Valley on a carriage-led tour.

If you’re a horse-drawn carriage aficionado, you’ll appreciate the company’s fleet which spans Wild West American Chuck Wagons, Cobb & Co stagecoaches, Wagonettes, Victoria’s and more. It’s about $195 per person for a half-day private tour but prices really vary depending on the experience you book — and there’s loads of them.

Private charters, kids’ tours, carriage rides, Hunter Valley Gardens tours and even slides off the back of a Clydesdale are available so give the company’s website plenty of attention.

Be transported to lovely spots around the Hunter Valley on a carriage.

7. Hunter Valley Tours

An award-winning small group tour company, Hunter Valley Tours offers peeks inside some of the region’s best boutique wineries. Even better, their plush minibuses are completely accessible, fitted with hydraulic lifters and automatic slides, and wineries are selected thanks to their ramps and lifts, in addition to their wine chops, to ensure everything’s smooth sailing.

They offer half-day tours, priced from $95 per person, that pick-up within a 12-kilometre radius of Pokolbin (you’ll incur a fee if you’re staying further out) and include two wineries, as well as full-day tours priced from $210 per person that include even more wineries, lunch and some of the Hunter Valley’s best cheese and chocolate tasting experiences. Private tours, including one with transportation in a luxury Mercedes limo, can also be arranged.

Join the expert-guided Hunter Valley Tours.

8. Wine Country Tours

Led by a former winemaker, tours from Wine Country Tours will open your eyes to the complex and expertly executed technique the Hunter Valley is renowned for. Richard Everett’s expeditions are for small groups (up to 13 guests) or larger ones who are thirsty to learn more about the beautiful drops he’ll introduce you to, with full-day tours running all the way from Sydney and picking up anywhere along the way.

Your wheels for the day come in the way of comfortable coaches that vary depending on the group’s size and prices start from $125 per person if you’re picked up in the Hunter region or $200 per day if you’re coming all the way from Sydney. Private day tours are also available.

9. Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours

A fun-fuelled ‘Hunter Valley Wine and Beer Adventure Tour’ is on offer from Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours , providing a full-day journey through three cellar doors, lunch at a popular venue, pit stops at the Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop and Pokolbin Chocolate Co. and spirits tasting.

A tasting at Allandale Winery is just one of many stops on the itinerary. (Image: Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours)

Departing from accommodation throughout Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury, Cessnock, Maitland, Nulkaba, Broke, Singleton and surrounding areas, you’re looking at $115 per person, and if you’re coming from Newcastle, you’ll be charged $125 per person. The Hunter Valley wine tour travels in a small minibus for groups between two and 10 people, and the team also offer private tours for groups between eight and 24 people.

Take advantage of the scenic vineyards with a group shot. (Image: Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours)

10. iHop Hunter Valley

If you prefer to keep things loosey-goosey, iHop Hunter Valley is a fantastic hop-on and hop-off bus service through wine country. Covering more than 40 venues across 14 individual bus stops in Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba, Pokolbin and Rothbury, you’ll be spoiled for choice as buses swing round on a continuous hourly loop.

Venture across NSW wine country with iHop Hunter Valley.

Half-day passes will set you back $52.40 per person while full day passes cost $75 per person and you can also get the bus to pick you up from your accommodation in the morning. The best bit? Cooler boxes are provided so you can store your goodies on the bus as you keep the good times rolling. iHop also offer several guided tours, and bus hire.

Join iHop Hunter Valley and sample the best-tasting wines in the region.

11. Grape Experience Tours

Whether you’re a loved-up couple or part of a group of up to 30 people, Grape Experience Tours can arrange a Hunter Valley wine tour with door-to-door pick up. Departing from Hunter Valley suburbs as far as Newcastle, the company’s tidy minibuses run half-day or full-day tours starting from $100 per person. You’ll visit a minimum of three vineyards and the full-day offerings include a cheese tasting too. Go for the top-tier Premium tour for $195 per person and you’ll score lunch on top.

12. Wine D Road Tours

Offering much more than just a minibus driver, Wine D Road Tours come complete with a knowledgeable guide who strives to facilitate memory-making experiences. Their ‘Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour’ is a full-day adventure priced at $160 per person and includes a restaurant lunch, a minimum of four winery visits, visits to chocolate and cheese hot spots and minibus transportation.

Wine D Road Tours delivers a full-day adventure for winery lovers.

Groups are capped at 13 guests and they arrange complimentary pick-up from your accommodation in Pokolbin, Cessnock, Rothbury, Maitland and Branxton. The company also offers accommodation packages at their beautiful onsite Cadair Cottage fitted with an outdoor spa.

An incredible wine-tasting experience awaits.

13. Hunter Valley Tours For Two

The name says it all. Lovebirds should flock to Hunter Valley Tours For Two for their romance fix as half-day and full-day customisable tours are available. The Hunter Valley wine tour company offers transportation in a flash Mercedes Benz GLE350 with leather interiors, a sunroof and heated leather seats.

You’ll be transported around the wineries in a flashy Mercedes Benz.

Pick-up can be arranged from Pokolbin, Lovedale, Cessnock and Rothbury and tours include a minimum of three wineries plus your choice of lavish lunch experiences. Half-day excursions start from $350 per couple.

Hunter Valley Tours For Two is a perfect date idea for couples.

The team can also arrange private winery tastings and behind-the-scenes tours at the likes of Ben Ean and Tamburlaine vineyards so check out the website for a complete look at the indulgences.

Enjoy cheese and wine pairings for two.

14. Wine Party Tours

Six action-packed private tours and two relaxed small-group tours guarantee good times from Wine Party Tours , a Hunter Valley wine tour company with an emphasis on fun. If it’s just you and your crew, choose from half-day and full-day tours via the comfort of a plush minibus where you’ll be escorted to a minimum of two wineries (on the half-day options) and gourmet chocolate and cheese retailers. You can also opt to add on extras like lunch and distillery drop-ins. Prices start from $99 per person. If you’re keen to mingle, choose from a half-day or full-day public tour with prices starting from $95. Pick-up and drop-off are complimentary if you’re within 20 minutes from Pokolbin.

Taste your way around the Hunter with Wine Party Tours.

15. Hunter Wine Journeys

Wish you could score a local’s intel? Hunter Wine Journeys is run by Hunter Valley locals Tony and Lisa so you’ll get an answer to the very curliest of questions. Conducting a handful of half-day and full-day tours starting from $90 per person, the team can pick you up from your local accommodation in a minibus, transporting you to two cellar doors if you’re on the half-day tour or four cellar doors if you’re on the full-day. Cheese and chocolate tastings plus a visit to a distillery are also included in both options, and lunch can be provided for an extra fee.

Join in the fun at Hunter Wine Journeys.

16. Best Tour

They’re certainly confident when it comes to branding and Best Tour often lives up to its name. The Hunter Valley wine tour company offers four air-conditioned minibus tours.

Strike a pose at McLeish Estate Wines.

The most popular ones are one half-day morning journey priced at $70 per person that goes from Cessnock to Pokolbin and takes in two cellar doors and a visit to the Hunter Distillery and one full-day version priced at $130 per person that covers four cellar doors and the distillery, and throws in chocolate and cheese tastings.

There’s also a full-day tour from Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and Broke priced at $140 per person, in addition to the option of private group bus hire within Cessnock and Pokolbin that’s priced from $770.

Join the Best Tour for a fun-filled wine tasting.

For more insider tips and must-do experiences, read our Hunter Valley travel guide .

Kristie Lau-Adams is a Gold Coast-based freelance writer after working as a journalist and editorial director for almost 20 years across Australia's best-known media brands including The Sun-Herald, WHO and Woman's Day. She has spent significant time exploring the world with highlights including trekking Japan’s life-changing Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage and ziplining 140 metres above the vines of Mexico’s Puerto Villarta. She loves exploring her own backyard (quite literally, with her two young children who love bugs), but can also be found stalking remote corners globally for outstanding chilli margaritas and soul-stirring cultural experiences.

LEAVE YOUR COMMENT

Cancel reply.

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

You might also like

The definitive list of 20 best Hunter Valley restaurants

A great weekend away in NSW wine country calls for an equally excellent food scene; the Hunter Valley delivers on both. It’s a new meeting point fo...

15 charming Airbnbs in the Hunter Valley for a weekend getaway

Sift through our top Hunter Valley Airbnb picks for a mix of romantic, luxury, family, pet-friendly and group getaway options close to the wineries of...

The ultimate ale trail: 13 Hunter Valley breweries and pubs

Come away from the Hunter Valley with a new sense of reverence after bouncing between its best breweries and pubs. There are plenty of places to enti...

10 luxe day spas in the Hunter Valley to unwind at now

Cheese is certainly appetising but a day spa in the Hunter Valley serves as the ultimate pairing to top shelf wine. Romantic retreats, girls’ getaw...

16 Hunter Valley cafes you absolutely must try

To make it to the top, a Hunter Valley cafe needs to be the kind of place that’s run by a brigade of talented next-generation young chefs and the in...

Gin it up! Here is every sip-worthy Hunter Valley distillery

You know the wine so shake things up with a sip-stop at a distillery in the Hunter Valley. Rolling green hills, rose-freckled vines and swirly strawb...

© Australian Traveller Media 2024. All rights reserved.

• Accommodation
• Travel Inspiration

• destinations

Hunter Valley

Renewal in the vines.

It’s one of the country’s pre-eminent wine destinations, and no Hunter Valley break would be complete without experiencing its offerings at cellar doors where the architecture almost outshines the wine (but not quite). You’ll soon find the Hunter is an equally alluring food destination, too, and is brimming with outstanding accommodation options, from luxe digs to grand manors dotted among the vineyards. Every one of your senses will be sated.

Explore the Hunter Valley

Things to do in the Hunter Valley

Must-visit wineries & cellar doors

18 restaurants in the Hunter Valley you must try

Wine tours & experiences

Delicious lunch spots

Breweries, distilleries & pubs

Top cafes for breakfast

Dine among the vines at these winery restaurants

Unexpected things to do beyond wine-tasting

Travel essentials.

Unique accommodation

Winery accommodation

Accessibility

Pet-friendly guide

Budget guide

Getting there from Sydney

The perfect long weekend itinerary in the hunter valley.

At just over two hours from Sydney, the Hunter Valley is the perfect place for a long weekend escape. In this beautiful region it’s all about good food, great wine and switching off from city life.

WATCH: Meet Hunter Valley's winemakers

Christina Tulloch from Tulloch Wines and Geoff Krieger from Brokenwood Wines share what they love about the region.

Food Lover's Loop

Cool Coast to Intrepid Inland

Plan your trip, travel inspiration.

An expert’s guide to fishing in NSW

12 of the most exhilarating adrenaline activities in NSW

The top golf courses in NSW

Accommodation Activities Events

Subscribe to our newsletter

Stay connected to Visit NSW for all the latest news, stories, upcoming events and travel inspiration.

Discover Somewhere New

All the insider news, tips and inspiration you need to plan your next trip, delivered straight to your inbox.

Destination NSW acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations and recognises Aboriginal people as the Traditional Owners and occupants of New South Wales land and water.

• NSW Government
• Destination New South Wales (Corporate site)

VisitNSW.com is the official tourism site for Destination NSW. © Copyright 2024 Destination NSW. All rights reserved

See reviews Enquire now

Email: [email protected]

• Visiting the Hunter Valley – A Traveler’s Guide

The beautiful Hunter Valley boasts world-famous wine, pristine natural wilderness, and a brilliant range of activities. Whether you plan to visit for a few hours, days or several weeks, we’ve put together everything you need to know to get the most out of a trip to the Hunter Valley. 

Keen to hear what that is? Let’s crack into it:

What is the Hunter Valley?

Geographically speaking, the Hunter Valley is a large region in New South Wales , also called the Hunter Region. It begins at Lake Macquarie about 120 kilometres (75 miles) north of Sydney, and stretches up the coast past the town of Forster.

Further info: New South Wales Self-Drive Itineraries

The Hunter Valley extends inland towards the rural town of Murrurundi, and it’s bordered on its southern edge by the Wollemi National Park and Yengo National Park. However, usually when people say “the Hunter Valley,” they mean the fertile wine-growing area (and its many small towns) centred around Cessnock .

What is the Hunter Valley famous for?

Wine, wine and – did we mention wine?

First and foremost, the Hunter Valley has a world-class reputation when it comes to wine production. But that is just one of the things the Hunter Valley is famous for.

Hunter Valley highlights:

Wine: vineyards, winery tours, cellar doors, and tastings

Hot air ballooning 

Fine dining

Championship golf courses

Luxury spa retreats

Outdoor activities

National parks

Watersports

Exploring the Hunter Valley

Let's look at the Hunter Valley's attractions in more detail:

Wine in the Hunter Valley – tours, tastings, and tips

The Hunter Valley is among the oldest of Australia's celebrated wine regions , and some vines here date back to the early 1800s. As a result, the Hunter Valley is home to dozens of wineries, miles of vineyards, and more cellar doors than any other region in Australia. 

Want to get a taste while in the area? Here’s a quick guide to Hunter Valley wine:

Famous Hunter Valley wines

The Hunter Valley built its global reputation on staunch, robust red Shiraz and sweet, dry white Semillon wines.

These two varieties are still dominant today, although a vast range of other high-quality varieties are produced across the Hunter Valley.

Wine Regions of the Hunter Valley

The designated Hunter Valley Wine Region encompasses three recognised subregions: Broke Fordwich, Pokolbin, and the Upper Hunter Valley.

Each region has distinctive characteristics; but also within each region there is a huge range of grape varieties grown and wines produced. So it’s hard to box all of them together. Lucky for us, that means there’s plenty of variety to enjoy!

The best Hunter Valley vineyards and cellar doors to visit

With more than 150 wineries offering cellar door tastings and dozens of vineyards open for tours, it’s hard to choose the best among Hunter Valley winemakers. The following stalwarts won’t disappoint any visitor:

Tyrell’s Vineyards , operating since 1858, is among the most distinguished of Australian family wine establishments. They also offer excellent tours every day, providing the best general introduction and overview of the production, history, and importance of wine in the Hunter Valley.

The Pepper Tree Cellar Door provides the quintessential Hunter Valley wine-tasting experience, replete with a superb setting and stunning views. If you’re short on time and looking for a one-stop shop to get a taste of numerous Hunter Valley varieties at their best, in one place, then this is a sound option. 

Worried about drinking and driving? Take a wine tour.

There’s an endless selection of wine tour operators in the Hunter Valley, covering something to suit every budget. You can pick and choose wineries and destinations on your own bespoke private tour; or jump into a budget-friendly group tour, which will take you around several vineyards and tastings by minivan.

Golf, gastronomy, and other attractions in the Hunter Valley

Despite its deserved reputation, wine is far from the be-all and end-all of what Hunter Valley has to offer visitors:

Hunter Valley Restaurants

An exquisite fine-dining scene has grown up alongside Hunter Valley’s famous wine industry.

Restaurants in the region that have been awarded a prestigious Chef’s Hat in The Age Sydney Good Food Guide include Bistro Molines , Margan , and Muse Kitchen . Some other exquisite high-end restaurants are Esca Bimbadgen and Circa 1836 , a chic modern Australian fine-dining restaurant set in a restored country cottage.

More Hunter Valley restaurants in the Australian Good Food Guide

Hunter Valley Golf Courses

Following decades of wine tourism, the Hunter Valley region has also become synonymous with luxury spa retreats and championship-level golf courses. Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort is an ultra-refined, do-it-all golf resort with perfectly manicured fairways and plush on-site apartments. Alternatively, the Hunter Valley Golf & Country Club oozes Old World charm. And The Vintage Golf Club boasts an 18-hole championship course designed by Australian golf legend Greg Norman.

Luxury Hunter Valley Spa Retreats

The long list of luxury spas in the Hunter Valley features large facilities like Hunter Valley Reflections Day Spa and Heavenly Hunter Massage at Mercure Resort .

There are also many smaller, exclusive sites offering a mixture of chic and unique: for example, The Spa at Chateau Elan , and the secluded Cabins in the Clouds , a collection of luxury wooden mountain cabins with verandahs, incredible views, and full-service spa treatments.

But it’s not all about glitz and glamour in the Hunter Valley. There’s also plenty of natural beauty and wilderness to explore, too. Plus unique local wildlife, rich cultural heritage, and plenty of charming historical towns to discover.

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at what activities and attractions you can expect :

Outdoor activities in the Hunter Valley

The Hunter Valley region encompasses several World Heritage nature reserves and multiple national parks.

So, with all that natural beauty, it’s hardly surprising that there’s no shortage of excellent outdoor activities on offer:

Bushwalking and hiking in the Hunter Valley

Short walks For a rewarding panoramic viewpoint, hike up to Bimbadeen Lookout , Mount Bright Lookout , and Pokolbin Mountains Road Lookout. All are easily accessible from Cessnock within a few hours. The trails are challenging but manageable for all ability levels.

Another short but sweet option is the easy 30-minute City Farm walk to a ruined farmhouse. Or, try the beautiful Hunter Lookout to Glen Road Loop Track (1 hour), and the 3.9 km (2.4 mile) Scotts Point Loop .

80 of the best Hunter Valley Walking Tracks

Day walks For a slightly longer Hunter Valley day walk, take the gentle 3.5-hour trail from Yarramalong to Cedar Bush , or the more challenging track from Yarramalong to Forest Road (also 3 hours 30 mins). For a more full-on, full-day bush walk, tackle the 7-hour, 17-kilometre (10.5 mile) Congewai Track Head (East) to Watagan Headquarters . 

Multi-day walking trails Countless sections of the Great North Walk cut through the hills and landscapes of the Hunter Valley, so you can start and finish long-distance trails when and where you like. Some standard favourites, though, include the 2-day section from Somersby, through the Jilliby State Conservation Area, to Yarramalong via Stringy Bark Point and Bumble Hill . 

Serious multi-day hikes If you’re looking to escape the real world and get deep into the forest for several days, the 4-day, 61-kilometre (40 mile) Basin Campsite to Heaton Gap Walk will guarantee just that. It passes through parts of the Olney State Forest, the Watagan State Forest, and the Congewai Valley.

7 Great Australian Hiking Trails to ease you in to the "Great Outdoors"

Fishing, swimming, kayaking, and water-skiing in the Hunter Valley

Lake St Clair, nestled beneath the foothills of the Mount Royal Range, is a favourite local spot for swimming, sailing, water-skiing, and sunbathing during the hot summer months. 

Lake St Clair is also one of the best places to go fishing in the Hunter Valley, too:

The NSW State Fisheries ensure the lake is regularly stocked with healthy levels of golden and silver perch, Australian bass, and catfish, as well as several other species.

You need to get a fishing license first, but that’s easily done – either at the Singleton Visitor Information and Enterprise Centre or directly from the Lake St Clair caretaker on-site.

Hot air ballooning in the Hunter Valley

Alongside wine, hot air balloon rides and million-dollar sunset photos are probably the things the Hunter Valley is most famous for. And considering the landscape and scenery, it’s hardly surprising.

Most trips last around an hour, which the perfect amount of time to soak up the pristine patchwork of vineyards, fields, and rolling hills covered in eucalyptus trees.

Sunset is the perfect – and most popular – time for hot air ballooning (especially for couples and honeymooners), for obvious reasons.

The Hunter Valley hosts an Annual Balloon Festival every October, which is an interesting time to visit, as you get to see the sky filled with colourful bubbles floating above the landscape.

Scenic flights in the Hunter Valley

Another aviation option for getting unforgettable views of the Hunter Valley is to take a scenic helicopter ride or aeroplane flight for fantastic aerial views.

At the other end of the adrenaline scale, you can take a thrilling aerobatic ride in a supercharged warbird jet plane with Aerohunter . You won’t have much time to take in the views. But it’s an experience you won’t forget in a hurry.

Enjoy the Hunter Valley’s quaint towns and historical villages

Sure, the countryside is gorgeous. But that doesn’t mean you should skimp on time spent in the Hunter Valley’s charming towns.

Pokolbin – At the heart of Hunter Valley wine production, this pretty town is full of heritage buildings and surrounded by some of the country’s best-known vineyards. Don’t miss the fabulous Hunter Valley Gardens and their famous Storybook Garden. 

Cessnock – The biggest Hunter Valley town and gateway to the vineyards, Cessnock is home to award-winning restaurants, the acclaimed Marthaville Arts and Cultural Centre, Cessnock Regional Art Gallery, and the ever-popular Hunter Valley Zoo.

• Broke – The hub of its eponymous wine region, Broke is a tiny, beautiful village with a fantastic monthly market. It also has direct access to Yengo National Park and its incredible Aboriginal heritage, including the Finchley Aboriginal engravings, which are detailed along the fabulous Finchley Cultural Walk.

Planning Your Trip to the Hunter Valley

How far is the hunter valley from sydney.

The Hunter Valley region starts just over 100 kilometres (65 miles) north of Sydney. The main Hunter Valley towns are not much further away: Wollombi is roughly 128 kilometres (80 miles), and Cessnock 154 kilometres (94 miles), north of Sydney.

For an additional reference point, Cessnock is 52 kilometres (32 miles), and Wollombi 80 kilometres (50 miles), west of Newcastle.

How do you get to the Hunter Valley from Sydney?

No matter which part of it you’re planning to travel to, or how you’re getting there, the Hunter Valley is only a few hours away from central Sydney.

Hunter Valley Driving Directions from Sydney:

If you’re driving to the Hunter Valley from central Sydney, head over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and get onto the Pacific Highway (A1). Then turn onto the Pacific Motorway (M1) at Wahroonga. 

From Wahroonga, you have two options:

• Driving to Cessnock – Follow the M1 for about 100 kilometres (65 miles), then take the B82 exit ramp at Freeman’s Drive and follow the signs along the B82 to Cessnock. It should take around 1 hour 50 minutes total from Sydney.  
• Driving to Wollombi – Follow the M1 for about 40 kilometres (25 miles) until the Calga Interchange at Peats Ridge, where you should exit onto Tourist Drive 33. Enjoy this beautiful route through the mountains, which will lead you straight into Wollombi. The total driving time from Sydney should be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

Driving in Australia: A bigger deal than you might think

Can you catch a train to the Hunter Valley?

In fact, there are two options for taking the train from Sydney to the Hunter Valley:

• NSW TrainLink – The North West line offers direct services from Sydney Central Station to Maitland (3 hours) and Singleton (3 hours 10 minutes). From either town, there are many local bus services to get you to all other Hunter Valley towns. As well as taxi and private transfer services, if you prefer to get straight to your Hunter Valley accommodation.
• The Hunter Line – Alternatively, depending on where you book your Hunter Valley accommodation, it might make more sense to take the train from Sydney to Newcastle, and then pick up the Hunter Line. The main advantage is that this dedicated train service into the Hunter Valley stops at many stations and smaller towns along the way, including Tarro, Thornton, and Branxton. It will take a little over 3 hours total from Sydney Central.

When is the best time to visit the Hunter Valley?

Choosing the best time of year to visit the Hunter Valley depends largely on what you want to do while you’re there:

Spring (September to November) is the best time for hot-air ballooning or for visiting the Hunter Valley gardens, as the post-winter pastures become a tapestry of blooming wildflowers and lush green fields after the winter rains.

Summer (December to February) is the best time for cellar-door wine tastings and vineyard tours, as it’s harvest season and the wineries are a hive of activity. It’s also the best time for swimming.

Autumn (March to May) is the perfect time for hiking in the Hunter Valley’s national parks, with cooler, pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall. 

Winter (June to August) can be tough in the Hunter Valley, with high rainfall and occasional cold snaps keeping you mostly indoors. But if you want to avoid the crowds and have total tranquillity and serious serenity, then this is definitely the time to come.

When is the best season to visit Australia?

Where to stay in the Hunter Valley

There is a huge range of accommodation options in the Hunter Valley. With a bit of looking around, you’re bound to find something to suit your particular taste, style, budget, and preferences.

Here are a few ideas:

Splash out: Luxury lodges and historic hotels in the Hunter Valley

Lilies Luxury Retreat, near Lovedale, offers serious exclusivity: a 2-bedroom cottage on a 23-acre piece of land that feels like your own world, adjacent to a boutique wine-growing area. 

The exquisite Convent Hunter Valley , built in 1909 and relocated to Pokolbin in 1990, was nominated for the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Award. It offers all the trappings and services of the Golden Age of Old World luxury hotels.  

Treat yourself: Stylish Hunter Valley accommodation and cosy, comfortable cabins

Many Hunter Valley vineyards offer on-site accommodation in comfortable, self-contained cottages suiting a mid-range budget, including Spicers Vineyard , Winmark Wines , and Tatler Wines Estate . 

Lovedale Cottages and Stonehurst Cedar Creek Cottages provide quaint, country-style cottages, with all modern comforts, in tranquil rural settings.   

Keep it simple: Camping and budget accommodation in the Hunter Valley

There are excellent campgrounds within the Hunter Valley at Lake St Clair, McNamara Park, and Dashville, plus the Wine Country Tourist Park (with RV facilities) in Nulkaba.  

If you don’t have your own tent or campervan, but are still looking for budget lodging, don’t worry – the excellent Hunter Valley Youth Hostel in Nulkaba is clean and comfortable. It also boasts a balcony with sunset views to rival any of the private accommodation options listed above.

Campervan Driving in Australia: A Travellers' Guide

Visiting the Hunter Valley with pets

If you’re an Australian resident and you're asking yourself, “can I bring the dog to the Hunter Valley?” then the answer is a resounding YES!

Dog restrictions and leash regulations Of course, there are sections within the national parks where dogs are forbidden. And in other areas, dogs are permitted only on a leash. However, there are plenty of well-marked areas where dogs are free to run around off the leash: including Miller Park in Branxton, Hall Park and Manning Park in Cessnock, Varty Park in Weston, and Greta’s Central Park.

Pet-friendly accommodation in the Hunter Valley There is also a wide range of pet-friendly accommodation options in the Hunter Valley. Whether elegant country cottages like Misty Glen Cottage, on-site cabins at working vineyards and wineries (such as Wirral Grange), plush hotels like Voco Kirkton Park, or central apartments in Pokolbin and Cessnock through Hunter Valley Stays, there are pet-friendly accommodation options within every budget.

So, ready to go? Start planning your trip to the Hunter Valley now!

We hope this has helped to answer some of the questions you may have about how to travel to the Hunter Valley. In summary:

The Hunter Valley is about 2 hours from Sydney, easy to reach by car or train.

The Hunter Valley is famous for its wine. But it also has a full range of excellent outdoor and family-friendly activities

The Hunter Valley has accommodation options to suit every style and budget.  

The bottom line is that whenever you plan to go and whatever you plan to do, the Hunter Valley is a surefire pleaser for travellers.

Have a look at the First Light Travel page dedicated to New South Wales Itineraries .

There are plenty of options to choose from, Or, feel free to jump on the phone (or chat online) with FLT's friendly staff and create your own customised trip.

• New South Wales

RELATED TOURS

Download Our Free AU Travel Guide

Get our free guide which is full of actionable tips and information about how to make the most of your time in Australia.

Recent Posts

Blog categories.

• May 2024 (2)
• April 2024 (2)
• March 2024 (13)
• February 2024 (3)
• January 2024 (5)
• December 2023 (6)
• November 2023 (4)
• October 2023 (11)
• September 2023 (2)
• August 2023 (6)
• July 2023 (2)
• June 2023 (17)
• May 2023 (3)
• April 2023 (5)
• March 2023 (8)
• February 2023 (9)
• January 2023 (12)
• December 2022 (9)
• November 2022 (12)
• October 2022 (12)
• September 2022 (12)
• August 2022 (6)
• July 2022 (9)
• June 2022 (7)
• May 2022 (3)
• April 2022 (4)
• March 2022 (6)
• February 2022 (1)
• January 2022 (4)
• December 2021 (2)
• November 2021 (3)
• October 2021 (1)
• September 2021 (4)
• August 2021 (10)
• July 2021 (13)
• June 2021 (6)
• April 2021 (2)
• March 2021 (2)
• February 2021 (1)
• January 2021 (1)
• December 2020 (2)
• November 2020 (3)
• October 2020 (2)
• September 2020 (1)
• August 2020 (1)
• July 2020 (1)
• June 2020 (1)
• May 2020 (1)
• April 2020 (1)
• March 2020 (1)
• February 2020 (2)
• January 2020 (4)
• December 2019 (2)
• November 2019 (1)
• October 2019 (1)
• September 2019 (5)
• August 2019 (1)
• July 2019 (5)
• June 2019 (1)
• May 2019 (1)
• April 2019 (1)
• March 2019 (1)
• February 2019 (1)
• January 2019 (1)
• December 2018 (1)
• October 2018 (1)
• May 2018 (1)
• February 2018 (1)
• December 2017 (1)
• October 2017 (1)
• June 2017 (1)
• May 2017 (1)
• February 2017 (1)
• January 2017 (1)
• September 2016 (1)
• August 2016 (2)
• July 2016 (1)
• June 2016 (1)
• May 2016 (1)
• April 2016 (1)
• December 2015 (1)

Related Tours

7 Days of Luxury - Sydney & Surrounds

Uncover the very best of the New South Wales hinterland and wine country. Dine al fresco in the  Blue Mountains , sip  Hunter Valley  Semillon while kangaroos roam the vineyards, and be dazzled by the bright lights of glamorous Sydney. With minimal driving, our 7 Day  Sydney  & Surrounds Self-Drive Itinerary offers the ultimate in relaxation and luxury.

The Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Explorer

Laid-back seaside towns, soft white sands, endless beaches and national parks brimming with wildlife: so many attractions await you on the beautiful coastal route between Sydney and Melbourne. Watch whales at Jervis Bay, go bushwalking at rugged "Wilsons Prom", see Phillip Island's penguins and soak up dramatic scenic views along the way.

Contrasts of Australia - Melbourne, Uluru & Sydney

Like chalk & cheese, Australia's coastal and central regions couldn't be more different! Start your trip in stylish Melbourne and travel the Great Ocean Road . Next, be transported to the Red Centre to explore the desert landscapes and see iconic Uluru (Ayers Rock) . Grand old Sydney is your final stop, where an array of activities await you.

Pricing terms

The price is based on current exchange rates but is only an approximation. Please contact us for a final price

HERE'S TO THE GOOD LIFE - HUNTER VALLEY

With more than 150 wineries, restaurants aplenty, sweeping landscapes and mobs of Kangaroos - and just a two-hour drive North of Sydney - the Hunter Valley is a fabulous holiday destination, whether it's a sneaky weekender or a full-on fortnight.

There’s just so much to love about Australia’s oldest wine region – the epic wines, of course; the bevy of paddock to plate produce; the forward-thinking chefs who plate it up; the plush accommodation spots to stay; the stunning scenery and the fun festivals where you can party hardy!

Then there’s the close-knit community of wine lovers, eager to share the Hunter Valley way of life with you. Come, treat yourself to a country getaway like no other.

@huntervalley @huntervalley.wine #huntervalley #huntervalleywine #herestothegoodlife

Stay in Touch

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive monthly deals, news, events and more

• Fast Recipes
• Snacks and sides
• Chefs’ Recipes
• Recipe Collections
• Restaurant Reviews
• Restaurant Guide
• Restaurant Awards
• Destinations
• Accommodation
• Travel News
• Home & Style
• Gift Guides
• Drinks News
• Drinks Recipes
• Competition
• Homes To Love
• Home Beautiful
• Better Homes and Gardens
• Hard to Find
• Your Home and Garden
• Shop Your Home & Garden
• Now to Love
• Now to Love NZ
• That's Life
• Women's Weekly
• Women's Weekly Food
• NZ Woman's Weekly Food
• Gourmet Traveller
• Bounty Parents
• marie claire
• Beauty Heaven
• Beauty Crew

What to eat, drink and do in the Hunter Valley

There are few places in Australia quite like the Hunter Valley. Famed for its award-winning wineries, acclaimed restaurants and luxury accommodation options, the region, just a three hours’ drive from Sydney, is the ultimate mini-break escape for tourists. The Hunter is larger than most people might think, so to make things easier, GT compiled the ultimate to-do list for your next stay. Whether you have a weekend or a whole week ahead of you, here are the essential places to put on your itinerary.

Winmark Wines

Set in the stunning wine region of Broke in New South Wales, Winmark Wines is an extraordinary venue spanning 130 acres of lush countryside. The former Pooles Rock property has been smartly and lovingly converted into an artist’s oasis with stunning views of the Yellow Rock state forest and beyond. Comprising a 28-acre vineyard and cellar door, sculpture garden, 3 properties allowing accommodation for up to 32 guests and an art gallery onsite, it offers a chance to truly unwind and reconnect with nature.

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Winmark Wines (@winmarkwines)

Let’s not forget about the wine though: Winmark’s Cellar Door boasts some of the best chardonnays in the region, including Rusty’s Run which features peach and citrus notes with a subtle oak handling and a dry finish; and the exclusive Winmark 2019 Single Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay with notes of roasted nuts and butterscotch, with hints of citrus, apple and honey melon.

When you’ve had enough to drink, simply head on over to your luxury accommodation and admire the breathtaking view.

229 Wollombi Rd, Broke, winmarkwines.com.au

Bistro Molines

For a taste of Europe in the Hunter Valley, head to Bistro Molines. The stunning surrounds will make you feel like you’ve been dropped in the Tuscan countryside, while the French-Provincial-inspired fare will delight your tastebuds. When you’ve finished lunch, it’s worth taking a stroll through the rolling vineyards.

749 Mount View Rd, Mount View, bistromolines.com.au

View this post on Instagram A post shared by BISTRO MOLINES (@bistromolines)

Golden Door Elysia Health Retreat And Spa

There’s a reason this luxury spa is on everyone’s wishlist. Hailed as one of the best health and wellbeing destinations in the country, it boasts a range of relaxing treatment options designed to reinvigorate the body and mind. Drop in for a one-off deluxe treatment, or book in for a few days of indulgence and go completely off the grid.

1 Elysia Dr, Pokolbin, elysiaretreat.com.au

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Golden Door Australia (@goldendooraustralia)

Hot air ballooning

You’ll need to rise early to catch the sunrise, but this experience is completely worth it. You’ll witness expansive views over the region’s rolling vineyards from more than 600m in the air (and perhaps spot the odd glinting kangaroo or two) before enjoying breakfast back on the ground.

Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, 430 Wine Country Dr, Lovedale, beyondballooning.com.au

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Beyond Ballooning (@beyondballooning)

Restaurant Botanica

For the ultimate farm-to-table experience, Restaurant Botanica at Spicer’s Retreat is a culinary treat. The chefs pick fresh product from the garden every morning, creating dishes that are seasonally tasty, innovative and aesthetically pleasing. You can also pair your dishes with matching wines from the region.

555 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, spicersretreats.com

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Restaurant Botanica (@restaurantbotanica)

A local favourite, Café Enzo is known for its delicious coffee and Italian-inspired cooking. Perfect for brunch or lunch, it offers a rustic courtyard and decent serving sizes. Be warned though: it’s extremely popular on the weekends!

Broke Rd &, Ekerts Rd, Pokolbin, enzohuntervalley.com.au

The Smelly Cheese Shop

Nothing pairs better with wine than cheese, and luckily, some clever folk in the Hunter Valley have set up a shop dedicated to a selection of the region’s best. From handmade cow and goat’s milk cheeses available to taste and buy, to a private cheese appreciation class, there’s something for every cheese enthusiast.

2144 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, www.smellycheese.net.au

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese (@huntervalleysmellycheese)

Brought to you by Winmark Wines .

Related stories

72 hours in Victoria’s High Country wine regions

Native ad body.

A travel guide to New Zealand’s Marlborough region

Sign up for our newsletter

Want 20% off at THE ICONIC? Sign up for the latest recipes, restaurant news and travel inspo from  Gourmet Traveller .

Disclaimer: By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

6 of the Best Hunter Valley Tours from Sydney 2024

Have you been wondering the best hunter valley tours from sydney i’ve got you covered.

There are so many Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney to choose from, but you can trust me when I say that I’ve done the hard work for you.

As an Aussie who has spent a lot of time travelling around Australia, I’ve made it my mission to explore the country’s best wine regions and find out which Hunter Valley tours from Sydney are worth your time and money.

Whether you’re looking for a gourmet food and wine experience, a romantic getaway with your partner or an educational day out with friends, there is something for everyone in the Hunter Valley.

From private tour groups to large group bookings, I have hand-picked some of the best Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney to help make your time in this gorgeous region even more enjoyable.

So if you’re looking for the perfect way to spend your next weekend getaway, look no further than these incredible winery tours!

Plan your trip?

Avoid hidden fees in the exchange rate while withdrawing from millions of ATMs abroad, paying in restaurants and shops, and buying your accommodation and flights using the Wise Card . You can hold up to 40+ currencies at once to spend in in over 150 countries, and convert them in real time with the free Wise app.

Need help planning your trip from start to finish? Check out these helpful links:

• Cheap flights
• Savings on accommodation from hostels to luxury hotels
• Affordable car rental options
• Affordable sightseeing tours and day trips
• Travel Adapter – All in one so you don’t have to carry a bunch around
• Don’t be silly and forget Travel Insurance ! Get hurt and you’ll regret it…

This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. You can also read our content/editorial policy here .

Table of Contents

My Top 3 Picks: Hunter Valley wine tours from sydney

Hunter Valley Food & Wine Tour

• Small Group Tour
• Lunch Included

Chef-Led Food & Wine Tour

• Meals Included

Hunter Valley By Helicopter

• Private Tour
• Three Course Lunch

6 of the Best Hunter Valley Tours from Sydney

1. hunter valley wine tour from sydney including lunch, cheese, chocolate and distillery.

⭐️  RATING:  4.5/5 Stars | ⏳  LENGTH: 11  hours |📍 LOCATION: Hunter Valley | ✅  Book it!

Want to see and taste the very best of the Hunter Valley? Pack as much in as possible on this small-group Hunter Valley day trip from Sydney. Discover a range of culinary delights and explore the most prestigious boutique wineries in the region. 

In addition to a gourmet lunch, you can also sample local cheeses, chocolates and fudge. Another thing that sets this tour apart is the opportunity to visit a distillery and taste a range of different alcoholic beverages.

“ Fabulous day from start to finish. Wonderful scenery and we had such beautiful weather. There was plenty of choice in the wines to taste and the lunch was generous and tasty. We were well looked after by our guide Mark who was friendly and informative. Would highly recommend!” -Wendy_T ( read more reviews )

As you make your way to the gorgeous Hunter Valley, admire the endless vineyards and beautiful rolling hills. In the morning, you will visit boutique Hunter Valley wineries, tasting different white and red wine varieties while also learning about the wine making process.

Take in the scenic views once again as you stop for lunch with your small group at a local restaurant. Be sure to leave room for your afternoon trips to a local cheese shop, as well as a chocolate and fudge factory. 

Lastly, switch things up as you arrive at the Hunter Valley Distillery for an organic vodka tasting experience. You might also be able to sample some gin and other spirits.

Important details

• Start time: 7:15 to 7:45 am – Christ Church St Laurence at 7:15 am, St Andrews Cathedral at 7:30 am, or Macquarie Place Park at 7:45 am
• Duration: 11 hours
• Includes: Paired tastings of wine and cheese as well as wine and chocolate, transportation in a luxury carbon-neutral Mercedes Benz with a professional driver and guide, a restaurant lunch with a glass of wine or beer, a visit to three boutique cellars for wine tastings, a behind the scenes peek at wine production, entrance fees, and additional tastings of organic vodka, gin and spirits

🤩 Check Prices and Availability!

2. Day Trip With Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food And Wine

⭐️  RATING:  5/5 Stars | ⏳  LENGTH: 11  hours |📍 LOCATION: Hunter Valley | ✅  Book it!

Follow along a professional chef for a day as you embark on a gourmet food and wine tasting tour of the Hunter Valley. Your inner foodie will love you for it!

After a stop to the Sydney Fish Market, head off to some of the top boutique wineries in the region. Indulge in local delicacies for lunch, such as pan-fried barramundi, kangaroo steak and fresh sushi, expertly paired with fine wines. 

Having a professional chef as your guide and getting his unique perspective makes this one of the most informative and top-rated Hunter Valley wine tours. It’s also a great choice if you’re a sociable person and you want to meet some fellow travellers.

“Traveling with chef Jimmy to the Sydney fish market and Hunter Valley wine region was one of the best tours imaginable! Along the way he cooked for us and taught us how to make sushi. At the boutique wineries we had a chance to pair wines with the wonderful foods he prepared. He was super organized and very knowledgeable, navigating smoothly through the city into the beautiful countryside. I would highly recommend this tour for a lovely day trip from Sydney.” – Ana_G ( read more reviews )

This unforgettable Hunter Valley day trip begins with a visit to the Sydney Fish Market, the third-largest fish market in the world. Here, you’ll find out what to look out for when buying fresh seafood, as well as learn how the seafood auction works. As the chef picks up ingredients for the lunch ahead, you can grab yourself a coffee.

Next, take a short stroll by the Hawkesbury River as a hot breakfast is prepared for you. Once you’ve filled up your belly in preparation for all the wine later on, you’ll be on the road to the Hunter Valley in a comfy air-conditioned vehicle.

You’ll spend the bulk of the day visiting three separate wineries, meeting the owners and sampling some of their finest wines. At the second and third wineries, specific wines have been selected to best pair with your seafood lunch.

Water and snacks are provided for the drive back to Sydney.

• Start time: 6:30 am – Pick-up from a list of various major hotels throughout Sydney
• Includes: Breakfast and lunch, snacks, bottled water, wine and food tasting, an air-conditioned vehicle, and select hotel pick-up and drop-off

3. Private Hunter Valley Lunch Tour By Helicopter

⭐️  RATING:  5/5 Stars | ⏳  LENGTH: 5-6  hours |📍 LOCATION: Hunter Valley | ✅  Book it!

An extra special option for private Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney is this unforgettable helicopter adventure. Operated by Sydney HeliTours, you’ll take a helicopter ride from Sydney Airport to the Hunter Valley with your expert pilot and guide.

Admire beautiful views of the city and the Hunter Valley region from above before stopping for a wine tasting and gourmet three-course meal. If you have limited time in Sydney and can’t go on a full-day trip, this tour is perfect. 

“The ride is fantastic and pilot is superb. Navigating across the terrain to the wineyard is pulchritudinous. The lunch is fantastic and it’s definitely worth it. And not to mention the wines, you can drink as much as you can…” – MunFai_C ( read more reviews )

Arrive at the Sydney Airport helipad for a safety briefing and photo op before boarding. You’ll be given a headset to wear during the flight so you can communicate with the pilot, who will also point out amazing sights like the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, the Hawkesbury River, and the stunning coastline of the Northern Beaches.

After an hour-long flight, you’ll land in the Hunter Valley to begin your wine tasting. Sample some Semillon and Shiraz, which the region is famous for, and other award-winning wines.

Next, it’s time for lunch among the vineyards at one of the Hunter Valley’s most reputable restaurants. Using seasonal and local ingredients, the chef will prepare a gourmet three-course meal for you. While waiting, sip some more complimentary wine.

To end this magical day, your return helicopter flight back to Sydney will take you over more amazing views and landmarks once again.

• Start time: 11:30 am – Sydney HeliTours at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
• Duration: 5 to 6 hours
• Includes: A private return helicopter flight from Sydney to the Hunter Valley and back, a three-course lunch with a bottle of wine, commentary from the pilot, wine tasting upon request, selected CBD hotel pick-up and drop-off or free parking for those who choose to drive to the meeting point

4. Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour

⭐️  RATING:  5/5 Stars | ⏳  LENGTH: 10  hours |📍 LOCATION: Hunter Valley | ✅  Book it!

Interested in going on one the most luxurious Hunter Valley group wine tours? Take on two of the most incredible Hunter Valley activities – wildlife spotting and wine tasting – in one adventure-packed day.

Stop by a wildlife park to see native Australian animals in their natural environment and have morning tea before heading off to some boutique wineries. In addition to tasting delicious wines, you’ll get the chance to learn about this iconic wine-producing region.

This small-group tour ensures personalised attention from the knowledgeable and engaging guide who will lead you throughout the day. This is definitely one of the most chill yet well-structured Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney.

“Overall a fantastic way to spend a day! The Wildlife Park was fun and petting a koala and kangaroo was definitely a highlight. Sam kept the dav moving and fun. The Hunter valley is beautiful and the wineries so lovely and each unique. Again Sam is a great tour guide and made the day all around fantastic.” – Carol H ( read more reviews )

With over 12 years of experience, Kangarrific Tours has fine-tuned this amazing tour to create a memorable experience. With a luxury minibus and a local guide picking you up near Central Station, your day will be stress-free.

On the drive to the Hunter Valley from Sydney, you’ll take a rest stop at a wildlife sanctuary and meet with a koala and its ranger. Friendly kangaroos and wallabies will also be hopping around. While here, indulge in a selection of local cheeses, olive oils and chocolates. 

Enjoy your first wine tasting at Pokolbin Estate Vineyard or a similar boutique vineyard, before stopping at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort for a delicious lunch in the countryside. Lastly, pop into Wombat Crossing Vineyard for another great wine tasting.

• Start time and location: 7:30 am – 497 Pitt St, Haymarket
• Duration: 10 hours
• Includes: Professional commentary and a luxury minibus with air-con, reclining seats, free WiFi, USB charging and a cooler

5. Small-Group Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour

Are you looking for value for money, a fun day with a small group of like-minded travellers, and a chance to taste up to 20 different wines? This small-group excursion is another great option for Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney. 

Visit both wineries and breweries, as well as artisan shops and cheese stores across the region. Take a behind-the-scenes winery tour, indulge in a gourmet lunch of Aussie favourites like potato crumbed barramundi and pork loin, and relax in comfort on a round-trip coach. Bring your own water bottle to balance out the wine!

“Kris was a great guide. He was full of interesting facts and thoughtful of everyone’s needs. We had a great day with like minded people, a lovely lunch and of course a selection of Hunter Valley wines, chocolate and delicious cheeses to sample!” – Rosemary_M ( read more reviews )

Begin your Hunter Valley winery tour at De Iuliis, which has been rated a 5-star winery since 2010. Move on to the Hermitage Road Cellar Door, which showcases smaller winemakers from the Hunter Valley, including Winmark, Stormy Ridge, Domaine de Binet, Helé Family and more. This tasting comes with selected local cheeses that pair perfectly.

Choose from six different mains for lunch at Hunter Valley Resort + Farm, accompanied by a glass of wine or beer. After your meal, you’ll visit Hunter Valley’s only certified organic distillery.  Taste their award-winning Copperwave Distilled Gin and other top shelf spirits, from vodka to liqueurs and schnapps. 

The last winery on the agenda is Pokolbin Estate Vineyard. This casual tasting comes with chocolates to create unique taste sensations. Once you’ve had enough to drink, take the opportunity to look around the Olive Centre and discover locally-made products like olive oil, olives, jams, chutneys, chilli products and dukkah.

• Includes: Paired tastings of wine and cheese as well as wine and chocolate, a visit to three boutique cellar doors, spirit tastings (vodka, gin and schnapps), lunch, and an experienced and informative driver and guide with a great music playlist

6. Hunter Valley Highlights Private Wine Tour From Sydney

If you’re seeking private Hunter Valley wine tours where you can learn a lot about Australia’s oldest wine region, look no further. This is also an ideal option for Hunter Valley wine tours for couples.

While the region is known for its Semillon and Shiraz, you’ll uncover some of the other unique wines the Hunter Valley has to offer. In addition to visiting some of the best boutique wineries, you’ll also discover some amazing local gourmet food producers.

“We had a great day in Hunter Valley and definitely developed a greater appreciation for Australian wines. Coming from the California wine country, we already knew a lot about wine–but we surprised how much we DIDN’T know about wines from this area … This is a must-do activity if you have time.” – Dianne_S ( read more reviews )

Your trip begins passing by through Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. The first official stop is Briar Ridge Vineyard in Mount View, followed by nearby Hanging Tree Wines in Pokolbin. Indulge in some whites and reds before popping into the Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop, which sells Australian and imported artisan cheeses and other nibblies.

For lunch, you’ll head to Cafe Enzo or another agreed upon venue that suits your tastes. Enjoy a delicious meal made with locally-sourced produce and take the opportunity to ask your guide any questions.

Afterwards, visit the picturesque Capercaillie Wine Company in Lovedale. At your private seated wine tasting, familiarise yourself with some of Capercaillie’s award-winning reds, whites, sparkling wines and dessert wines.

Before the ride back to Sydney, treat yourself to a different kind of tasting at the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company. This gourmet range of chocolates and fudge is made on-site, and you can even sit down and sip a hot chocolate.

Important details 

• Start time: At your selected time, this is a private tour – Selected hotel pick-up
• Includes: Private transportation plus selected pick-up and drop-off from various hotels, insights from a passionate and knowledgeable, and free bottled water

FAQs About hunter valley wine tasting tours

Is there an age limit for hunter valley wine tasting tours.

Yes, you must be 18 or over to participate in a wine tasting tour.

What type of foods will be served during the Hunter Valley wine tasting tours?

Most tours offer food and beverage pairings that match the different types of wines being tasted. This can range from cheese and bread platters, antipasto platters and other light snacks. Some tours also have lunch included or will make a stop somewhere for you to enjoy lunch.

is hunter valley worth visiting

The Hunter Valley is definitely worth visiting. It’s a stunning region in Australia, located just two hours north of Sydney. Home to some of the finest wineries in the world, it’s perfect for a romantic getaway or a fun day out with friends.

From winery tours and live music events to hot air balloon rides and cheese-tasting experiences, there is something for everyone in the beautiful Hunter Valley. With its rolling hills and lush vineyards, it truly is an unforgettable experience that you’ll never forget!

how long to drive to hunter valley from sydney

Driving from Sydney to Hunter Valley takes around two and a half hours by car. There are roads with different speed limits so the exact time of the journey may depend on which route you take. If you want to save time, it is best to use the fastest route available.

An alternate option would be taking the train from Sydney Central Station, which takes just under two hours to reach Cessnock Station in Hunter Valley.

Final Thoughts: wine tours in the hunter valley

With the Hunter Valley always providing a unique and amazing experience for its travellers, a wine tour is the perfect way to take it all in.

You can get a true taste of the beautiful Hunter Valley countryside by booking one of the many vineyard tours on offer.

Take part in exploration of some of Australia’s finest wineries and sample some of the best wines available from local producers. And with so much to explore, you’d be silly not to make time for at least one glass of vino during your stay. So don’t wait any longer – book your wine tour today and sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass or six (responsibly!) of some of Australia’s best wines.

• 48 Hours in Sydney – A 2 Day Itinerary
• The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Sydney
• The Best Day Trips from Sydney
• Luxury Travel Guide to Sydney
• Where to stay in Sydney and the surrounding areas
• 12 of the best hotels in Sydney for families
• 7 Best Sydney to Blue Mountains Tours
• Free Things to Do in Sydney
• 7 Fun  Things to do in Port Stephens Australia
• The Best way to see  Sydney Harbour with Oz Jet Boating
• Fast facts about the  Sydney Harbour Bridge 

Meet Ayla, an Australian freelancer and fiber artist with a love for adventure. From exploring Australia to journeying through Asia, Europe, and the Americas, she's passionate about local culture, cuisine, and street animals | Based between Thailand and Cambodia, Ayla harmonizes her nomadic lifestyle with a sense of home. She excels in solo and budget travel, offers regional insights, and advocates for animal-friendly exploration.

Similar Posts

9 Things to do at Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast

The Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast is one hotel you never want to leave, everything you could want…

Where to stay in Perth [Best Places to Stay for 2024]

I’m an Aussie, I love heading over to Perth to relax by the beach or head to Margaret River…

Plan a Ningaloo Reef Holiday this autumn or winter

Ningaloo Reef is located on the Coral Coast of Western Australia. Ningaloo’s most famous transient residents are the ginormous…

Romantic Weekend In The Adelaide Hills

Planning a visit to South Australia? Will you and your partner be staying in the capital city,  Adelaide? If…

3 of our Favourite Road Trips around Australia

Exotic, exciting and far away, Australia is a dream-like destination for many people, especially those who live on the…

The Great Ocean road from a Drivers Perspective

As a passenger on the Great Ocean road there is constantly beautiful scenery to look at and photos to…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed .

7 Best Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney in 2024

Kate’s Wanderlust contains affiliate links and is a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If you make a purchase using one of these Amazon links, I may receive compensation at no extra cost to you. Read my Disclosure Policy for more information. 

Looking for an enjoyable day trip? Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney are perfect for anyone interested in discovering renowned vineyards and exceptional wineries. 

It’s a sweet escape from the city to Australia’s oldest wine region, Hunter Valley. 

I used to live in Sydney , and my love for great wine took me to many vineyards. I’ve picked up some valuable tips to improve your vineyard exploration. 

Don’t have time to read the full article? Book this Hunter Valley Small-Group Wine, Gin & Cheese Tour  — with a perfect ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating.

As someone who truly appreciates good wine, I highly recommend Hunter Valley wine tours.

Whether deep into your wine journey or just curious to try different spirits, these tours promise great tastes and good times. 

Ready for an adventure? Explore the top options and craft the perfect day trip for you.

🔍 Table of Contents

Our Top 3 Picks: Best Hunter Valley Wine Tours

#1 TOP PICK

Hunter Valley Small-Group Wine, Gin & Cheese Tour ✔️ Wine and Spirits Tastings ✔️ Lunch with Scenic Views

Hunter Valley Wine Tour with 3 Tastings ✔️ Boutique Winery Visits ✔️ Gourmet Cafe Lunch

Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, & Food Tastings Tour ✔️ Guided Tastings with Cheese ✔️ Scenic Drive from Sydney

The Best Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney

Escape the city and immerse yourself in Australia’s oldest wine region on a Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney. Explore rolling vineyards and savour the region’s best wines.

HUNTER VALLEY WINE TOURS FROM SYDNEY

1. hunter valley small-group wine, gin & cheese tour.

⭐️  Rating : 5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11-12 hours | 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

This Hunter Valley Small-Group Wine, Gin, Cheese, and Chocolate Tour from Sydney is your golden ticket to exploring Australia’s premier wine region with a close-knit group of friends or family.

Embark on a journey in a comfortable vehicle designed to accommodate small groups, ensuring a personalised and intimate experience.

This tour isn’t just about wine; it’s a full sensory adventure. You’ll have the chance to indulge in the finest local produce , including artisanal cheeses and handcrafted chocolates, complemented by an exquisite selection of gin.

Very fun day and good value for money. Collin was a great guide with a fun personality making the trip more enjoyable. Would highly recommend. -Margaux (SEE MORE REVIEWS)

Throughout the day, you’re treated to continuous tastings, including premium wines that showcase the best of Hunter Valley’s vineyards .

The experience is enriched with gourmet snacks featuring local favourites that perfectly pair with your tastings.

What sets this tour apart is the ability to tailor your experience to suit your group’s preferences .

The knowledgeable guide is eager to make your journey through the Hunter Valley vineyards truly memorable, sharing stories and insights that bring the region to life.

2. Hunter Valley: Wine Tour with 3 Tastings and Garden Lunch

⭐️  Rating : 4.7 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 10 hours| 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

Hunter Valley: Wine Tour with 3 Tastings and Garden Lunch is a great option for day trips from Sydney . It offers an enchanting escape to Australia’s most celebrated wine region. 

Beginning with a picturesque drive over the Sydney Harbour Bridge , through the verdant Kuring-gai National Park and along the Hawkesbury River, this tour will amaze you with exceptional wines, delectable cuisine, and stunning vistas. 

This tour is perfect for both wine experts and those just starting . It offers an up-close look at Hunter Valley’s best in a friendly, small-group setting.

We had a great time on this tour thanks to our amazing guide, Scott. He really went above and beyond and made sure everyone was having a good time. He is very knowledgeable and friendly, sharing lots of history commentary about Australia, which we loved. We visited 3 wineries as planned and even spotted some wild kangaroos on the way. -ALEJANDRO (SEE MORE REVIEWS)

Departing from Sydney, you’re set for a journey in comfort to the renowned Hunter Valley. 

Here, you’ll be treated to tastings of Australia’s premium wines , such as Semillon and Shiraz, thoughtfully paired with artisanal cheese and handcrafted chocolates. 

These tastings take place at select boutique wineries and distilleries, carefully chosen for their exceptional quality and unique offerings.

A highlight of the day is a delicious café lunch at the bespoke Hunter Valley Gardens Village, offering a moment of relaxation amidst the beauty of the region. 

Each visit on this tour is crafted to offer an intimate and personal tasting experience. 

3. Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, & Food Tastings Tour

⭐️  Rating : 4.8 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11.5 hours| 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

Embarking from Sydney, this full-day tour is a delightful journey into Hunter Valley , Australia’s pioneering wine region. 

It’s not just about wine. This tour offers an eclectic mix of gin, cheese, and chocolate tastings, all paired to perfection. 

With guided tours through boutique wineries and distilleries , you’ll get an insider’s look at the production processes and the stories behind these artisanal creations.

From the instant your journey begins with a pickup in central Sydney, every aspect is meticulously arranged for comfort and enjoyment. 

The tour was fantastic! A great flavour of the hunter valley. We got a good amount of wine – safe to say the group was very tipsy by the end of the tour! My favourite part was the chocolate and wine pairings, so glad we booked this tour to experience that. -SAPNA (SEE MORE REVIEWS)

You’ll travel comfortably with a small group to Hunter Valley, where guided tastings await. 

These sessions are a deep dive into flavour pairing, where each wine and spirit is thoughtfully matched with local cheeses and chocolates to elevate the tasting experience.

A delicious lunch is also included, offering wine, craft beer, or cider to accompany your meal. Savour the local cuisine with a lunch stop at one of Hunter Valley’s charming eateries.

This tour service ensures a seamless experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the day’s adventures without worrying about transportation.

4. Hunter Valley Wine Tour from Sydney, including Lunch, Cheese, Chocolate and Distillery

⭐️  Rating : 4.5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11 hours| 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

This Hunter Valley Wine Tour from Sydney is your ticket to a day filled with gourmet delights and exquisite tastings. 

From the breathtaking vineyards of Hunter Valley in New South Wales to the artisanal cheese and chocolate makers, every stop is designed to showcase the best of this renowned wine region. 

This tour offers an unparalleled experience, beginning with a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle pickup from Sydney , ensuring your journey to Hunter Valley is as comfortable as it is stylish. 

Our driver Tom and tour guide was excellent. Made the trip a blast. He went out of his way to ensure everyone had a good time -JAMES (SEE MORE REVIEWS)

Your day is filled with exclusive experiences, including paired tastings of wine with cheese and chocolate , offering a harmonious blend of flavours that delight the palate. A complete tour also takes you behind the scenes of wine production.

The adventure takes you to three boutique cellar doors , each offering a unique wine-tasting experience that showcases the diversity and richness of Hunter Valley’s wines. 

A one-course restaurant lunch awaits, complemented by a glass of wine or beer, providing a moment of relaxation amidst the day’s explorations.

5. From Sydney: Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Cheese Tasting

⭐️  Rating : 4.6 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11 hours| 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

Another tour from Sydney takes you to Australia’s oldest and most renowned wine region: the Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Cheese Tasting . 

Starting with a scenic drive from Sydney, this tour takes you through the picturesque landscapes of Hunter Valley. 

You’ll dive into winemaking, visit traditional cellars for wine and cheese tastings , and enjoy a gourmet lunch that showcases the region’s culinary delights.

This tour is carefully designed to give you a deep dive into Hunter Valley’s celebrated wine culture. 

Leaving central Sydney, you’re taken in comfort to the valley, ready for a day filled with discovery and taste. 

Jim was knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive to the needs of each member of our group. He went above and beyond to ensure that everyone had a great time and had all their questions answered. -SUSAN (SEE MORE REVIEWS)

The journey includes stops at three select boutique cellar doors , where you’re welcomed with exclusive wine-tasting tours that reveal the region’s unique flavours and craftsmanship. 

An organic cheese-tasting session enriches the experience, showcasing the local cheeses and their perfect harmony with Hunter Valley wines. 

The day is even more delightful with a gourmet café lunch, complemented by a glass of exquisite Hunter Valley wine. 

6. Small-Group Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney

⭐️  Rating : 4.5 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11 hours | 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

This Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney takes a small group on an exclusive journey through the heart of Australia’s premier wine region. 

This tour is an intimate exploration of boutique wineries and local culinary delights, offering a unique blend of tastings and experiences. 

It’s an ideal adventure for those who appreciate the finer nuances of wine and wish to delve deeper into the Hunter Valley’s celebrated viticulture .

Embark on this tour and enjoy the comfort of travelling in a small group, ensuring a personalised experience. 

Was an amazing experience. I loved how each place we went to offered something different. The wines were all incredible and the Hunter Valley scenery was amazing too! We even saw some kangaroos! Highly recommend! -sHannon (see more reviews)

Your day includes visits to award-winning wineries and a certified organic distillery , each chosen for their unique contributions to the region’s wine and spirits. 

Along the way, you’ll enjoy a variety of tastings, including wine paired with local cheese and chocolate, showcasing the perfect harmony of flavours. 

A gourmet one-course meal with a glass of wine or beer at Hunter Valley Resort + Farm adds a delightful culinary dimension to the experience. 

Admission tickets to all venues are included, making this tour a hassle-free way to experience the best of Hunter Valley.

7. Hunter Valley Wine/Spirit Tasting Tour & Lunch

⭐️  Rating : 4.6 out of 5 Stars | ⏳  Tour Length : 11 hours | 🍷  Check Rates and Availability

Embark on an exciting Wine/Spirit Tasting Tour & Lunch in Hunter Valley from Sydney . 

The journey takes you from the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge through the picturesque north shore and over the Hawkesbury River, landing in the heart of the Hunter Valley. 

It’s a day filled with exquisite wine tastings, a delightful lunch, and the discovery of locally produced spirits , all while soaking in the stunning vineyard views.

This tour is all about indulging in the Hunter Valley’s finest offerings. You’ll be transported from Sydney in comfort, with a driver/guide leading the way and music setting the mood.

Your day begins at a winery celebrated for its exceptional wines , where knowledgeable staff guide you through a tasting session. 

Driver/guide was excellent. He was courteous and gave great information on route. The 3 wine stops were a great choice. Enjoyed the lunch and cheese pairing. -lidia (see more reviews)

A 1-course restaurant lunch follows, complete with a glass of wine or craft beer, catering to all dietary needs. 

The adventure continues with a visit to a local distillery for a taste of unique spirits and concludes at another cellar door for more wine tastings. 

Along the way, enjoy cheese and chocolate tastings to complement the wines and spirits. 

FAQs : Wine Tours in Hunter Valley

How much does a wine tour cost in hunter valley.

Coming from Sydney, the price of a wine tour in Hunter Valley varies, ranging from approximately 195 AUD for standard tours to 725 AUD for luxury experiences.

These prices reflect the diversity of tours available, catering to different preferences and budgets, ensuring everyone can enjoy the rich wine culture of Hunter Valley.

How to get to Hunter Valley from Sydney?

You have several options to reach Hunter Valley from Sydney. You can drive, which takes about 2 to 2.5 hours. Trains are available to the nearest station, followed by a bus or taxi to the vineyards.

Alternatively, consider a guided tour for direct transport and an all-inclusive experience.

How long is the road trip from Sydney to Hunter Valley?

The road trip from Sydney to Hunter Valley generally spans approximately 2 to 2.5 hours, contingent upon the traffic conditions and your specific departure location within Sydney.

This scenic journey offers glimpses of Australian landscapes, setting the stage for your wine country adventure.

How long is the train from Sydney to Hunter Valley?

Taking the train from Sydney to Hunter Valley involves a journey of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours to the nearest station. While the train stations themselves might not be nestled directly amongst the vineyards, they serve as a convenient gateway.

Once you arrive, a short bus or taxi ride takes you to the heart of the wine region.

Where to stay in Hunter Valley for wine tours?

For those planning wine tours in Hunter Valley, accommodations range from cosy B&Bs to luxury resorts. Options like The Convent, Chateau Elan, and Spicers Vineyards Estate offer proximity to wineries and exquisite comfort.

For a unique experience, consider boutique lodgings like Hermitage Lodge, blending convenience with local charm.

What is the most famous winery in Hunter Valley?

One of the most famous wineries in the Hunter Valley region is Tyrrell’s Wines, established in 1858 and celebrated for its exceptional Semillon. Additionally, Brokenwood Wines and Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard stand out as iconic destinations.

Brokenwood is known for its Cricket Pitch Range, while Audrey Wilkinson is praised for its panoramic vineyard views and rich history. 

How do you find private Hunter Valley wine tours in Sydney?

Finding private Hunter Valley wine tours from Sydney is straightforward and hassle-free, especially using platforms like Viator and GetYourGuide.

Among these, one particular Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour stands out, boasting a 5-star review from past participants. This tour is highly recommended for those seeking an exclusive and intimate experience exploring the vineyards of Australia’s premier wine region.

What are the best Hunter Valley wine tours for couples?

Hunter Valley is home to several wine tours designed with couples in mind. These tours offer intimate and romantic experiences amidst the vineyards. Private tours can be arranged with custom itineraries.

Ideal for anniversaries, honeymoons, or just a special day out, these tours often include private tastings, scenic stops, and lunches at quaint wineries, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your partner.

Final Thoughts : Hunter Valley Winery Tours

Wrapping up the exploration of Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Sydney, it’s clear that the region offers diverse experiences, each providing a unique way to enjoy Australia’s premier wine region.

My top picks are carefully selected to ensure that there’s something special for everyone, whether you’re seeking an intimate encounter with the vineyards or a day filled with diverse tastes and sights.

The Hunter Valley Small-Group Wine, Gin & Cheese Tour is a standout choice for those looking to immerse themselves in the local produce, including artisanal cheeses and handcrafted chocolates, complemented by an exquisite selection of gin.

This tour is designed for small groups, ensuring a personalised and intimate experience that immerses you in the flavours and crafts of Hunter Valley.

For a luxurious day out, the Hunter Valley Wine Tour, with 3 Tastings and Garden Lunch , offers an enchanting escape. It combines exceptional wines, gourmet cuisine, and breathtaking scenery.

It’s an ideal option for both wine connoisseurs and those new to the wine scene. It offers an up-close look at Hunter Valley’s best in a friendly, small-group setting.

Lastly, the full-day Hunter Valley Wine, Gin, & Food Tastings Tour from Sydney is perfect for adventurers eager to explore the region’s pioneering wine culture.

This tour focuses on wine and offers an eclectic mix of gin, cheese, and chocolate tastings, all paired to perfection.

With guided tours through boutique wineries and distilleries, you’ll get an insider’s look at the production processes and the stories behind these artisanal creations.

From the moment your journey begins with a pickup in central Sydney, every aspect is meticulously arranged for comfort and enjoyment, making any of these tours a fantastic choice for those looking to uncover the best of Hunter Valley.

Meet Kate. She's been exploring Australia since 2018, living in different states and soaking up all it has to offer. Australia is her main focus, but she's also had some great trips abroad. Follow along to get top tips and discover hidden spots, both in Australia and beyond.

• Explore Lots 0
• Partner with us
• EXPLORE LOTS

CHECK OUT THESE RELATED LIVE LOTS!

Golf at hunter valley golf resort for 4.

Have you ever wanted to play golf in Australia? This is your chance to take your group of four to the Hunter Valley Golf Resort for a day of golf! 

• 4 guests 
• 2 nights / 3 days (midweek) stay
• 2-night stay (2 rooms, twin share)
• 4 rounds on each course with golf carts included
• The item will be available for collection at the Resort

Play on one of the BEST golf courses in NSW; The Vintage Golf Club as well as Rydges Resort Hunter Valley – 4 rounds on each course with Golf Carts included! The winner will receive a signed Jason Day photograph to commemorate the event. Includes boutique accommodation at Wine Country Retreat!

• Experience occurs from Jun 20, 2024 to Mar 20, 2026.
• Approximate duration: 2 nights (Midweek)
• Valid for 4 guests.
• Experience cannot be resold or re-auctioned.
• Cannot be transferred.
• Based upon availability at the experience provider's discretion.
• Blackout dates may apply.
• We expect all winning bidders and their guests to conduct themselves appropriately when attending an experience won at Charitybuzz. Decorum and adherence to all rules and guidelines are a must.
• Travel is not included.
• All Charitybuzz patrons are required to comply with current government, venue, and event requirements associated with the redemption of this lot. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of the experience and final purchase price.

The following Conditions of Sale and Terms of Guarantee, as amended by any posted notices or announcements during the auction and in addition to the Term of Use for Charitybuzz.com, are Charitybuzz, LLC and the Seller’s entire agreement with the purchaser and any bidders relative to the property listed in this lot.

The Conditions of Sale, Terms of Guarantee, the glossary, if any, and all other contents of this lot are subject to amendment by us by the posting of such amendments on the Charitybuzz website (www.charitybuzz.com). The property will be offered by us as agent for the Seller, unless the lot indicates otherwise.

All auction bidders and buy now purchasers understand that these Conditions of Sale set the terms and conditions upon which this lot is offered. Your participation through bidding, purchase and/or registration constitutes acknowledgement and agreement to be contractually bound by these terms and conditions, including agreement to pay the buyer’s premium, and all other fees and charges listed herein.

A buyer’s premium is the additional charge on the auction hammer price or winning bid, which is paid by the winner. Buyer’s premiums on Charitybuzz currently range from 15%–20%, based on the final hammer price of the auction lot as follows:

20% up to $50,000 15% above $50,000

Charitybuzz reserves the right to change these calculations at any time.

Prospective bidders should inspect the lot page for an item before bidding to determine its condition, size, and whether or not it has been repaired or restored. If that information is not available on the site, prospective bidders assume the responsibility of contacting Charitybuzz to inquire for additional details.

Each Bidder’s decision to bid and determination of their bid amount should be based upon their own examination of the item(s) in question. In any purchase or sale, the estimated value of the item(s) is reflected by the price. The bidder hereby assumes all risks of valuation concerning any and all purchases.

We reserve the right to withdraw any lot before, during and after the sale and shall have no liability whatsoever for such a withdrawal.

All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS with all faults without any representations or warranties by us or the Seller as to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, the correctness of the e-catalogue or other description of the physical condition, size, quality, rarity, important, medium, frame, provenance, exhibitions, literature, or historical relevance. No statement anywhere, whether oral or written, whether made in on Charitybuzz.com, an advertisement, a lot receipt, or elsewhere, shall be deemed such a warranty, representation or assumption of liability. We and the Seller make no representations and warranties, express or implied, as to whether the purchaser acquires any copyrights, including but not limited to, any reproduction rights in any property.

We and the Seller are not responsible for errors and omissions on Charitybuzz.com, glossary, or any supplemental material. Charitybuzz will not be responsible or liable for damage to frames and glass coverings, regardless of the cause. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

A. Entering Bids

To bid, find a lot page, enter a value in the bid box, and click “Bid.” If you click “Bid” on a lot, you will be prompted to either log in to your Charitybuzz account, or create a new one if you do not have one already.

Once you’ve created an account you will be presented with the lot details, conditions of sale, and standard shipping and redemption details. Once you have accepted the Conditions of Sale, you may proceed with placing a bid on that lot. All bids placed for any lot are governed by the Conditions of Sale for that lot.

You may bid at or above the starting bid displayed as the “Current Price” in a lot page’s bid box. The current leading bid, along with a list of a lot’s full bidding history, will be visible to other users. If the status of your bid changes, you will receive notifications via email and push (if you have the Charitybuzz App installed).

B. Cancellation Rights

As soon you place and confirm your bid amount, your bid is submitted. You accept and agree that bids submitted by you are final. Charitybuzz is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or other issues resulting from the use of the Internet, including but not limited to transmission, execution, or processing of Bids.

Charitybuzz nor the Seller is responsible for any errors in bidding. A bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot. The Bidder should make sure the bid price they enter (including any taxes or fees) is the price they are willing and able to pay. Once the hammer has fallen and Charitybuzz has announced the winning Bidder, that Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for that lot, even if the Bidder has made an error.

A bid(s) entered by mistake on the part of a bidder is NOT grounds for cancellation of that bid. Each bidder is responsible for his or her own account and bids. In addition, allowing access to another who enters a bid without your knowledge is NOT grounds for cancellation of a bid.

C. Fraudulent Bidding

All Bidders must meet Charitybuzz’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of Charitybuzz may be disqualified at Charitybuzz’s sole discretion and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by Charitybuzz in its sole discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. Charitybuzz reserves the right to exclude any person from the auction.

Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgement of the conditions herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the bidder.

If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid.

Any bidder that represents a purchaser is personally and individually responsible for any obligations of the purchaser set forth in these terms and conditions. All purchasers purchasing pursuant to a valid resale license will need to provide appropriate documentation for removal of state sales tax.

D. Winning & Disputes

The successful bidder is the highest bidder acknowledged by Charitybuzz. In the event of any dispute between bidders, or in the event of doubt on Charitybuzz’s part as to the validity of any bid, Charitybuzz will have final discretion either to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and resell the lot in question. If any dispute arises after the sale, Charitybuzz’s sale record is conclusive. While Charitybuzz makes every effort to guarantee accuracy, in the event of an error, and a lot is accidentally declared sold by mistake, Charitybuzz reserves the right to cancel the sale and relist the lot in its sole discretion.

By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment.

Title to any lot remains with the Seller, any secured party of the Seller, or assignee of Seller, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by the Bidder. Charitybuzz reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful bidder.

A maximum bid is a secret amount you enter, that represents the maximum amount you are willing to bid. It is higher than the current price and also higher than the next allowable minimum bid amount. If you enter a maximum bid, we’ll bid on your behalf up to that maximum bid amount in response to other bids, according to Charitybuzz’s bidding tiers.

The value and status of your maximum bid will be visible only to you, unless it is the leading bid.

Charitybuzz strongly encourages the use of Max Bids to increase your chances of winning.

When an auction reaches the final 10 minutes before it closes, any bids received in that final 10 minutes push out the previous close time by an additional 10 minutes. This recurring 10 minute extension is known as “Extended Bidding,” and is signified by a banner above the auction timer on the lot page.

This dynamically extending period is designed to protect against a practice commonly known as “sniping” or “last second bidding” where bidders attempt to enter a quick bid in the final seconds of an auction to secure a win before competing bidders have a chance to counter.

Live bids lots are a special type of auction lot on Charitybuzz. Live bid lots on Charitybuzz are paired with a real world, physical auction, where that real world auction is often scheduled to occur at a later date. You can distinguish Live Bid lots by the “Live Bid” label in the title of the lot, and additional description text at the start of the lots “Overview” tab.

In a Live Bid lot on Charitybuzz, a lot is created that is similar to any other auction lot on the site. These special lots last for similar amounts of time and bidding occurs normally by our users.

Things start to differ after a Charitybuzz Live Bid lot closes. After it closes and the winning bidder is chosen, that winning bidder’s bid amount or (if it exists) the max bid amount associated with that winning bid, are taken and entered into the associated real world auction. For example, if a bidder on Charitybuzz wins at $12,000 with an unrealized max bid of $15,000, then that $15,000 dollar amount is passed on into the real world auction.

Before the winning bidders bid or max bid amount is passed on, someone from Charitybuzz contacts that winner after the Charitybuzz lot closes and before the real world auction opens. This is to confirm if the bidder would like to increase their bid or max bid amount before it’s entered into the real world auction.

What happens during the real world auction? Each individual one may vary. Charitybuzz does not own or operate any real world auctions, nor does Charitybuzz require any partners to follow a specific auction model. We make no claims to the consistency of real world auction experiences and encourage bidders to contact us for more details as needed.

In our experience, real world auctions tied to Charitybuzz Live Bid lots are typically executed by our partners in a few common ways.

In one scenario, if an auction house and an auctioneer is present, winning live bids from Charitybuzz Live Bid lots are treated as “absentee” bids. This normally means that the Charitybuzz winning bid is placed in the auctioneers books as a bid. As the auctioneer conducts the auction, they will bring up and enter the Charitybuzz winning bid during the course of the auction as the current price or next minimum bid value approaches the Charitybuzz winner’s bid amount. In this scenario, other people in the real world room are expected to bid against the auctioneer, not the Charitybuzz winning bidder. If no one is bidding in the room, the auctioneer will typically keep bidding up the price until the Charitybuzz Live Bid winner wins the real world auction.

In other models, an audience member (including, but not limited to a charity partner employee) might act as a proxy for the winning Charitybuzz bidder. They will usually bid on behalf of the winning Charitybuzz Live Bid winner during the normal course of that auction, using whatever means provided for that auction house (i.e. paddles, etc.)

After the auction is completed, someone from Charitybuzz contacts our bidder to let them know the outcome. If that Charitybuzz Live Bid bidder has won, payment occurs as usual. If that Charitybuzz Live Bid bidder did not win, they will be notified accordingly.

A reserve bid is a bid placed by Charitybuzz on behalf of the seller up to the minimum reserve (if applicable). Bids placed by Charitybuzz on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve, will be counted toward the total bid count displayed on the lot page’s bid box.

Refunds are rewarded on a case by case basis and at the sole discretion of Charitybuzz, LLC.

Experiences auctioned on Charitybuzz.com go through a specific redemption process to coordinate details and complete. That process normally involves messaging and scheduling between all parties (i.e. winners, charities, sellers, venues). Details discussed include but are not limited to experience dates, arrival procedures, airfare, hotel accommodations, restrictions, will-call requirements, and any other on-site notes. Scheduling requires an initial request sent by the customer, and a followup confirmation submitted by relevant redemption contacts.

By using Charitybuzz to bid and win lots, bidders agree to use the Redemption Center exclusively (where enabled) to message and schedule all experiences – doing so is a requirement of redeeming experiences through Charitybuzz. In addition, bidders agree that they are bound by all site terms of use and auction conditions of sale.

The minimum processing and handling charge for this item is $9.95.

Getting your item - Items will either be shipped directly from Charitybuzz or from the item seller (Third Party) as indicated. Items shipping from Charitybuzz will be sent within five business days of payment settlement by the winning bidder. All third party items will be shipped within the times indicated on the lot page. Winning bidders should ensure the desired shipping address is provided to Charitybuzz within 24 hours after payment settlement. Charitybuzz will default to the shipping address listed on the winning bidder’s account unless otherwise notified. Please see FAQs for more information.

Items that require signature - Items with a sale price of $1,000 and above are typically shipped with signature required.

Tickets & Certificates - For hard copies of tickets and certificates, the minimum shipping, handling, and applicable insurance charge is $14.95. Tickets, certificates, and vouchers, unless otherwise specified, will be shipped via professional carrier with standard ground service. In some cases, tickets will be left at the venue's "Will Call" window under the winner's name. Merchandise is insured for the winning amount.

Merchandise - The minimum shipping charge for merchandise is $19.95. (Shipments outside the U.S. are subject to additional shipping and customs fees.) Merchandise, unless otherwise specified, will be shipped via professional carrier with standard ground service. Oversized items may require special delivery arrangements, which Charitybuzz will coordinate between the winning bidder and the selected freight carrier. All merchandise is insured for the winning amount.

Will Call Pickups - In some cases, tickets will be left at the venue’s “Will Call” window under the winner’s name. Winning bidders may be required to submit the names of attendees up to several weeks ahead of the event. A valid photo ID for each person listed at Will Call is often required. When available, Charitybuzz will attempt to provide an onsite point of contact, but makes no guarantee that this information will be available for any given lot. Will Call tickets are typically available at the Will Call window at least an hour before the event, unless otherwise specified. The Will Call window is usually located near the venue's main entrance.

After winning - Detailed redemption information will be emailed to the winning bidder. Redemption contact information will be emailed to the winning bidder within two business days of payment settlement by the winning bidder. The redemption contact will work with the winning bidder to fulfill the lot within the appearance times, time constraints, event dates or locations, and other particulars listed in the lot details.

Does your experience require tickets? - Tickets for experiences are shipped to the winner. Please see “How Shipping Works ” above for shipping details for tickets.

Scheduling your experience - Specifics vary per lot. Most experiences found on Charitybuzz are scheduled through our new Redemption Center, allowing you one-stop access to scheduling and communication tools to redeem your experience. Get started today: Create a Redemption Center account. Scheduling for lots outside of the Redemption Center will occur via the preferred communication method of the redemption contact (email or phone), as indicated by the redemption email sent within 48 hours of payment settlement by the winning bidder.

Getting to the experience - Specifics vary per lot. Details will be included for those lots with travel segments included. Experiences with travel often involve… (i.e. prebooked flight, .) Coordinate with your redemption contact directly. If you are a VIP member with Charitybuzz, contact your rep for more information.

During the experience - Specifics vary per lot. Work with your redemption contact to define the details before departing.

After the experience - Specifics vary per lot. All done with your experience? Let us know how it went.

Processing - The minimum processing fee for experiences is $9.95, unless otherwise excluded. For example, lots that include a buyer’s premium do not have this minimum processing fee of $9.95.

• Our Business
• Press & Media
• Partner with Us
• Subscribe to mailing That email is already subscribed Thanks for signing up!

A charity network company

YOU MUST BE LOGGED IN TO WATCH A LOT YOU MUST BE LOGGED IN TO PURCHASE OR BID VERIFY YOUR ACCOUNT TO BID LOG IN

Extended bidding.

Significant safety reforms made 12 months on from the Hunter Valley bus crash

When a bus carrying wedding guests crashed in the middle of the night almost a year ago, killing 10 people and injuring 25 others, it not only prompted a nationwide outpouring of grief, it started a movement to address bus safety.

As loved ones of the Hunter Valley bus crash victims prepare to mark the heartbreaking first anniversary of the tragedy on June 11, steps continue to be taken to improve bus safety to ensure a similar tragedy never happens again. 

In the aftermath of the crash, survivors, victims' families and road and transport experts formed a group called Stop Bus Tragedies. 

Adam Bray, who lost his son Zach in the bus crash, is one of the group's representatives. 

Mr Bray said he began thinking more about bus safety gaps in the days following the crash.

"The word preventable just kept popping up over and over again and that added on top of the initial shock, subsequent grief and, of course, trauma," Mr Bray said. 

"It invoked anger because that means it's not an accident. It's something that totally could have been prevented."

State government implements reforms

Following the crash, the state government expanded the scope of its Bus Industry Taskforce to examine safety management and regulation. 

Five recommendations were made in its first report, including seatbelt reforms, a road safety campaign to promote seatbelt use and an examination of the risks associated with standing on buses. 

The state government said work had begun to implement all five recommendations, including working with bus operators and drivers to educate passengers on the requirement to wear a seatbelt, while a statewide seatbelt advertising campaign is planned.

The taskforce's second report made recommendations to improve bus reliability and equity. 

"We made significant, immediate and rapid progress with [the state government's] taskforce to blend our ideas, blend our findings, blend our recommendations together," Mr Bray said.

"To come up with some progressive safety reforms, preventative reforms to ensure this doesn't happen again."

Call for federal bus taskforce

Mr Bray said the federal government was initially slow to acknowledge coach safety gaps but had become more proactive and engaged. 

"It's painfully slow," he said.

"I'm not a bureaucrat, so it can be frustrating for me to understand the process, but they've identified, accepted and are working on solutions."

Dean Moule, who is the national technical manager for the Bus Industry Confederation, the peak body for Australia's bus and coach industry, said there had been a significant increase in regulations implemented since the Hunter Valley crash.

"Normally, in any given year, we would see one or two," he said.

"In the last 12 months, we've seen eight brand new regulations."

Mr Moule said the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator had expanded its We All Need Space campaign, to ensure the public knew coaches needed more room to turn and brake and there were plans to increase signage and awareness about wearing seatbelts.

"Such as audible announcements when the door closes, [and] signs on the back of seats not dissimilar to what you would see on an aircraft," Mr Moule said. 

There have been calls for a federal bus taskforce to be established , similar to the one that operates in New South Wales. 

A bus safety working group was set up late last year, comprising state and territory governments and bus industry representatives, tasked with improving vehicle safety. 

It is currently examining options to strengthen seat belt use in coaches. 

Mr Moule said he would still welcome a taskforce.

"We would certainly think [a taskforce] could look at things like accident data collection at a national level," he said. 

"And also infrastructure to further enhance safety for all the road going public."

In a statement, Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Carol Brown said $21 million had been committed to the National Road Safety Data Hub in the 2024–25 Budget.

"We also continually review, consult on and update Australia's legislated road vehicle standards, known as the Australian Design Rules [ADRs]," she said. 

"In the past 18 months, the government has made a range of new ADRs that apply to heavy vehicles.

"These standards include new requirements for lane departure warning systems, reversing technologies and advanced emergency braking."

What's next?

Mr Moule said other areas that could be examined were more training for first responders attending bus crashes and ways to modernise the Australian bus fleet.

"Another area that's of possibility to change is to incentivise the replacement of older vehicles," he said.

"Replace them with newer vehicles, which also then would have newer safety technologies on board."

The NSW Bus Industry Taskforce's third report release is imminent and is expected to address driver monitoring and telematics, which are technologies that assist drivers. 

Mr Bray said his ultimate goal was to make sure coach and bus travel was safe Australia-wide. 

"So that drivers, passengers, school children, everybody who needs to ride on a coach or a bus can arrive to work, arrive to school and more importantly arrive home."

ABC Newcastle — local news in your inbox

• X (formerly Twitter)

Related Stories

Families to 'demand all day long' for a federal bus safety taskforce after hunter valley rollover tragedy.

​​​​​​​Tributes flow for the 'beautiful ten' at memorial service for Hunter Valley wedding bus crash victims

Hunter valley bus crash victim's father says driver plea deal is 'disgusting'.

• Federal Government
• Road Accidents and Incidents
• Safety Education
• State and Territory Parliament
• Travel Health and Safety

Australia Recommends 2024

Come and Say G'day

G'day, the short film

Discover your Australia

Travel videos

Deals and offers

Australian Capital Territory

New South Wales

Northern Territory

South Australia

Western Australia

External Territories

The Whitsundays

Mornington Peninsula

Port Douglas

Ningaloo Reef

Airlie Beach

Kangaroo Island

Rottnest Island

Hamilton Island

Lord Howe Island

Tiwi Islands

Phillip Island

Bruny Island

Margaret River

Barossa Valley

The Grampians

Hunter Valley

McLaren Vale

Glass House Mountains

Alice Springs

Uluru and Kata Tjuta

The Kimberley

Flinders Ranges

Kakadu National Park

Eyre Peninsula

Karijini National Park

Great Barrier Reef

Blue Mountains

Daintree Rainforest

Great Ocean Road

Purnululu National Park

Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park

Litchfield National Park

Aboriginal experiences

Arts and culture

Festivals and events

Food and drink

Adventure and sports

Walks and hikes

Road trips and drives

Beaches and islands

Nature and national parks

Eco-friendly travel

Health and wellness

Family travel

Family destinations

Family road trips

Backpacking

Work and holiday

Beginner's guide

Accessible travel

Planning tips

Trip planner

Australian budget guide

Itinerary planner

Find a travel agent

Find accommodation

Find transport

Visitor information centres

Deals and travel packages

Visa and entry requirements FAQ

Customs and biosecurity

Working Holiday Maker visas

Facts about Australia

Experiences that will make you feel like an Aussie

People and culture

Health and safety FAQ

Cities, states & territories

Iconic places and attractions

When is the best time to visit Australia?

Seasonal travel

Events and festivals

School holidays

Public holidays

How to get to Australia's most iconic cities

How long do I need for my trip to Australia?

How to travel around Australia

Guide to driving in Australia

How to hire a car or campervan

How to plan a family road trip

How to plan an outback road trip

Mount Lidgbird and Mount Gower, Lord Howe Island © Tom Archer

Places to visit in Australia

Discover Australia’s unique destinations, from the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef to the Red Centre's glowing Ulu r u. Where will you venture?

Link Copied!

Discover your next destination

15 places to Come and Say G'day in 2024

Explore australia's capital cities.

How to choose your perfect Aussie destination

Whether you are looking for a destination to rejuvenate or to adventure to the max, australia has something for everyone., find your ideal getaway.

Australia's best honeymoon locations

Australia’s most unique destinations

The most relaxing holiday spots in Australia

10 epic photos to fuel your road trip wanderlust

Go off-grid in Australia

Australia's coolest neighbourhoods

7 places to ground yourself in nature

Planning your next Australian holiday?

Get expert help from an aussie specialist who has the knowledge and experience to help you plan and book every detail of your trip., explore other interests.

Aboriginal Australia

Road trips and self-drive journeys

Beautiful, isn't it?

We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience.  Find out more . By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies.

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owners of the land, sea and waters of the Australian continent, and recognise their custodianship of culture and Country for over 60,000 years.

• New Zealand (English)
• United States (English)
• Canada (English)
• United Kingdom (English)
• India (English)
• Malaysia (English)
• Singapore (English)
• Indonesia (Bahasa Indonesia)
• Deutschland (Deutsch)
• France (Français)
• Italia (Italiano)
• 中国大陆 (简体中文)

*Product Disclaimer:  Tourism Australia is not the owner, operator, advertiser or promoter of the listed products and services. Information on listed products and services, including Covid-safe accreditations, are provided by the third-party operator on their website or as published on Australian Tourism Data Warehouse where applicable. Rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available prices of products and services. Please visit the operator’s website for further information. All prices quoted are in Australian dollars (AUD). Tourism Australia makes no representations whatsoever about any other websites which you may access through its websites such as australia.com. Some websites which are linked to the Tourism Australia website are independent from Tourism Australia and are not under the control of Tourism Australia. Tourism Australia does not endorse or accept any responsibility for the use of websites which are owned or operated by third parties and makes no representation or warranty in relation to the standard, class or fitness for purpose of any services, nor does it endorse or in any respect warrant any products or services by virtue of any information, material or content linked from or to this site.

Expedia Rewards is now One Key™

Elektrostal, visit elektrostal, check elektrostal hotel availability, popular places to visit.

• Electrostal History and Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Electrostal History and Art Museum in Elektrostal. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

• Cities near Elektrostal

• Places of interest
• Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center
• Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino
• Peter the Great Military Academy
• Ramenskii History and Art Museum
• Bykovo Manor
• Balashikha Arena
• Malenky Puppet Theater
• Balashikha Museum of History and Local Lore
• Pekhorka Park
• Saturn Stadium
• Orekhovo Zuevsky City Exhibition Hall
• Noginsk Museum and Exhibition Center