Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour

Return transfers from Newcastle, Hunter Valley or Port Stephens.

Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour

$209 per person

We have hand-selected the best vineyards to provide you with the quintessential taste of the Hunter Valley. From national labels with ancient vines to charming family-run estates and everything in between, your day will overflow with delightful discoveries.

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Indulge in the Ultimate Hunter Valley Experience
We’ve curated an unforgettable wine-tasting journey through the best vineyards in the Hunter Valley, hand-selected to showcase the region’s finest flavors. From iconic national labels to hidden-gem, family-run estates, every stop is designed to surprise and delight your palate.

✨ Three exclusive, seated wine tastings—each offering a unique and immersive experience.
✨ An artisan vodka & gin tasting—discover the craft behind these award-winning spirits.
✨ A local cheese or chocolate tasting—because no indulgent day is complete without a little extra treat.

For lunch, unwind at The Farm – 4 Pines, where you can enjoy a delicious à la carte meal (at your own cost) while soaking in the scenic vineyard views.

– Stress-free travel: We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your Newcastle address, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.
– Private luxury: Enjoy a personalized and intimate experience—ask questions, chat with your expert guide, and truly savor the Hunter Valley.
– Engaging commentary throughout: We prioritize education, offering insightful commentary while in the van, so you’ll learn about the Hunter Valley’s history, wine-making process, and local culture as you travel between stops.

Don’t just visit the Hunter Valley—experience it in style. Let us take care of the details while you sip, taste, and explore!
Please note that venues chosen for each tour can vary. We aim to show you the best day out in the Hunter Valley and will tweak our itinerary when necessary to provide this.

For our private tour groups we can create bespoke itineraries to suit your unique tastes.

 

Please note the price per person varies by group size. We can certainly accommodate larger groups on request. Check out our other tours here.

 

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Frequently asked questions

What makes the Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour different to the public tour?
The private version is fully tailored to your group. You choose your group size, departure time and ideal balance of cellar doors, food experiences and pacing. The public Hunter Valley Wine Tour has a fixed itinerary, set 8am to 9am pickup and a small-group cap of 11 guests. Private tours are ideal for milestone occasions, corporate days, hens or bucks weekends, family celebrations and groups who want full flexibility.

How long is the tour?
8 to 10 hours total, depending on your chosen pace and itinerary. We pick up between 8am and 9am from your Newcastle address and return around 5pm.

What’s the price per person?
Pricing for private tours is on a sliding scale based on group size. Smaller groups see a higher per-person rate, larger groups see better value per head. Get in touch with your dates and group size and we’ll send a quote. We can accommodate everything from intimate couples through to larger groups on request.

Do I need to be 18 to come on this tour?
Yes. This is an 18+ tour due to the cellar door wine tastings. For wine-curious families travelling with younger children, our Country NSW Day Tour is an alternative that welcomes children.

Can we choose which cellar doors to visit?
Yes. That’s the point of going private. We’ll talk through your group’s preferences (Semillon focus, sparkling, boutique vs established names, food pairings) and build an itinerary that delivers what you actually want from the day. Our regular partner venues include Audrey Wilkinson, Mount Pleasant, Hungerford Hill, Saltire Estate, Bonvilla Estate, Jac & Jones, Hunter Wine Lab, Small Mouth Vodka and Binnorie Dairy, with other options available based on group preferences.

Is lunch included?
No, lunch is at your own cost. We typically stop at 4 Pines at The Farm for a relaxed à la carte meal overlooking the vines, but we can suggest other lunch venues based on your group’s preferences.

Where do you pick up from in Newcastle?
We pick up from your Newcastle address (hotel, Airbnb or private residence) across Newcastle East, Newcastle West, Merewether and nearby suburbs. Tell us your address when booking and we’ll confirm. Pickup is also available from Hunter Valley accommodations on request.

What’s the dress code?
Dressy casual. Cellar doors prefer no thongs, ripped clothing, costumes or singlets (for men). Closed shoes are recommended for walking through the vineyards. A light jacket is handy in cooler months.

8 - 10 hours
18+ Age
Hunter Valley
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Vineyards
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  • Destination
    Hunter Valley
  • Departure
    Newcastle, NSW
  • Departure Time
    Pick ups start between 8 AM - 9 AM.
  • Return Time
    Approximately 5 PM.
  • Dress Code
    Dressy - no costumes, thongs, ripped clothing, singlets (men)
  • Included
    Entry Fees
    Personal Guide
    Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Not Included
    Food

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Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard
The expansive Cellar Door is perched atop a foot hill of the Brokenback Mountain Ranges and is a true must-see site of the Hunter Valley with stunning 360 degree views. Enjoy a Premium seated wine tasting at Audrey Wilkinson which lasts around 45 minutes. You can wander freely through the on site winemaking museum, housed in the original winery and showcasing the Wilkinson Family history and our heritage awarded original open cement vats. Also on display are various barrel and wine making tools and equipment. We will also allow some time for photos, as the views are phenomenal! *All stops are subject to change in unforeseen circumstances.  
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Small Mouth Vodka
Here you will choose 8 tastings including flavoured vodkas, gins and liqueurs - some with glitter! Small Mouth Vodka is handcrafted and free from preservatives and anything artificial. Carefully distilled using only premium organic ingredients, Small Mouth boasts a full flavour with a long, smooth finish.
3
RidgeView Estate
As you pull up to RidgeView Wines, you can feel the passion and hard work that goes into these award-winning wines. This charming family-run cellar door is the culmination of a dream to handcraft small batches of estate and locally grown wines that truly capture the essence of this renowned wine region. Inside the tasting room, be prepared to discover why RidgeView has earned a 5 star Halliday rating. Their refined Chardonnays, earthy Shirazes, and lively Semillons are sure to impress even the most discerning palate. Savor the flavors that only decades of winemaking expertise can achieve. By the end of your visit, you'll agree these are Hunter Valley wines not to be missed.
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4 Pines at the Farm
We will be stopping for lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm. 4 Pines taproom, bistro, and cellar door offers 600 square meters of panoramic Hunter Valley views. Enjoy a beer at the 12-tap bar or a Semillon on the patio. This destination venue provides 360-degree views of picturesque vineyards. We'll dine al fresco under the pavilion overlooking the vines for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. The perfect lunch stop to energize us before we continue our tour! Please note that lunch is not included in the tour.
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Saltire Estate
This winery has a Scottish influence, honouring the legacy of James Busby, the proud Scot known as the father of Australian wine. Busby brought 500 cuttings from Europe to Australia and planted them in the Hunter region of Belford, not far from Lovedale. It is from these vines that the majority of existing Hunter Valley vineyards were propagated Step inside the rustic cellar door, furnished with repurposed furniture and barrels. Discover the Saltire Estate Signature Wine Tasting experience and indulge in breathtaking views of their Semillon vines while savoring their wines.
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Binnorie Dairy
As the sun begins to set on our Hunter Valley wine tour, we have one final stop - the renowned Binnorie Dairy. Arrive at their tasting bar and let the cheesemakers be your guides through a flight of their creamy cow and goat milk creations. Watch through viewing windows as they carefully craft each batch using time-honored techniques. Savor the rich, complex flavors and discover why Binnorie Dairy has become a destination for cheese aficionados across Australia. The espresso machine is always switched on so this is the perfect time to grab a takeaway as we drive back to Newcastle.
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Pick up & drop off to your door.
We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Newcastle address - hotel, airbnb, private residence. Pick up areas accepted are: Newcastle East/ West, Merewether, Cooks Hill, The Hill, Bar Beach, Adamstown, Hamilton, Kotara, Charlestown, Highfields, Lambton, New Lambton, Mayfield, Sandgate, Waratah, Jesmond, Cameron Park and Wallsend. For other Newcastle locations please contact us prior to booking.   This tour goes from Newcastle to the Hunter Valley (and returns). The driving time to the Hunter Valley from Newcastle is approximately one hour each way, depending on which suburb people are getting picked up from, this time will increase.   Book Now

History of the Hunter Valley

The winding roads of Hunter Valley Wine Country hold centuries of stories just waiting to be uncorked. This tale begins in 1832 when a Scottish gentleman named James Busby arrived on Aussie shores armed with an eclectic collection of 500 European vine cuttings. With sister Catherine in tow, Busby secured a land grant and wasted no time planting those precious vines near present-day Morpeth.

By 1840 vineyards flourished across over 500 acres of Hunter Valley, and an intrepid doctor named Henry Lindeman was crafting exceptional wines that caught the attention of pioneering families like the Draytons, Tullochs, Tyrrells and Wilkinsons. Together through the mid to late 1800s they cultivated a world-class wine region.

Nearly 200 years later, Hunter Valley’s pioneering spirit lives on through skilled viticulturists and boundary-pushing winemakers unafraid to achieve richly authentic wines vintage after vintage. A growing number of estates still produce sublime wines from those original 1840s vines - extremely rare pre-phylloxera survivors. You can taste history firsthand with old vine Hunter Valley Shiraz, Semillon and Chardonnay.

The more you explore Hunter Valley wines, the deeper your appreciation for this legacy of great Australian winemaking. So grab a glass and uncork the captivating stories of Hunter Valley Wine Country.

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