Leave Sydney for the day to taste award-winning regional foods and wines on a wine-tasting tour of the Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine-producing region. You'll enjoy private vineyard inspections, gain insights into the wine making process, purchase premium Hunter Valley wines and enjoy the beautiful Australian countryside on your day trip from Sydney.
Tour highlights include:
Strolling around historic Wollombi Village to visit its Courthouse Museum and try Dr. Jurd's Jungle Juice
Taking a guided tour of McWilliams Mount Pleasant Estate, founded in 1921 and part of the largest family-owned 100% Australian wine company
Enjoying a delicious lunch accompanied by wine tastings
Visiting McGuigans Winery to taste their renowned Australian wines
Stopping off at the Hunter Valley Gardens, a quaint little township within the Hunter Valley
Free time to explore the many hidden delights in the garden village, including the chocolate shop
Tasting premium wines in the unique atmosphere of the Hunter Valley's only underground cellars
Discount wine purchases available
McGuigans Winery tasting will be replaced with Lindemans Winery
Lunch will be served at the Hunter Resort - previously served at McWilliams Estate
Oakvale Winery visit will be added to the itinerary
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Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details: Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:15pm Itinerary: Sample menu:
Shared platters of food will be served with accompanying wine
Grilled bruschetta
Ocean trout cured in salt and sugar with snow pea leaves and a ginger dressing
Caesar salad with prosciutto and shaved Parmesan
Penne pasta tossed with vine ripened tomatoes, olives and baby capers
Rare roast beef salad with a mustard honey dressing
Tea and coffee
Please note that menu is season and subject to change
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Three wine tastings
Lunch paired with matching wines
Live commentary on board
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Other Information:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vehicles are collapsible wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.
Local Operator Information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.
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