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Hunter Valley Wine, Food & Vine Tour

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Hunter Valley Wine, Food & Vine Tour

About this activity

Embark on an immersive food and wine tasting journey through the renowned and picturesque Hunter Valley, on a half day filled with gourmet food and wine pairings, tasting experiences and exclusive behind the scenes barrel tasting. Perfect for foodies and wine lovers seeking a unique, fun and informative experience!

Tour Visits; Three cellar doors (including a working winery) in the Pokolbin Region.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 11 people
People per booking
1–11
Guide
English
Operated by
iHop Hunter Valley

Ages: Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off from the locations listed
  • Included: Complimentary storage & cooler box for any purchases
  • Included: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Behind the scenes wine barrel tasting
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Guided Wine Tasting of signature Hunter Valley Wines
  • Included: Gourmet mini pies and wine pairing with sparkling wine on arrival
  • Included: Designated driver/guide
  • Included: "Mystery Wine Tasting" Experience with cheese & charcuterie platter

Not included

  • Not included: Additional bottles or produce from tastings

Itinerary

  1. Hunter Valley

    2 min

    Complimentary return transfers commence at 10:15am (approx) for an 11:00am start from Nulkaba, Lovedale, Pokolbin, Cessnock, North Rothbury, Belford and Rothbury. Your pick-up time will be confirmed by text the day prior (by 6:30pm).

  2. Hunter Valley

    one hour

    Visit one of the oldest wine makers in the region for a fun and informative “Mystery Wine Tasting”. With a dedicated wine expert and tasting notes on hand, you will be guided through tasting a range of wines, along with a delicious cheese and charcuterie platter served to the table to enjoy throughout the experience. Can you complete the mystery and guess each one correctly?

  3. Hunter Valley

    45 min

    Located at a boutique cellar door, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed with a tasting sensation of four mini gourmet pies each expertly paired with its own wine, designed to enhance and complement every sip and bite

  4. Hunter Valley

    one hour

    Visit a boutique cellar door and step behind the scenes into a working winery where you will get “hands-on” and taste directly from the wine barrel, followed with tasting a selection of premium wines hand-crafted onsite.

  5. Hunter Valley

    2 min

    Drop back to accommodation

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Cessnock Hotel Hunter Valley
  • Wine Country Motor Inn
  • Cessnock Motel
  • Vintage Motor Inn
  • Hunter Valley Motel
  • Potters Resort
  • Cumberland Motor Inn

Pick-up from all Hotels and Accommodation located in Lovedale, Nulkaba, Cessnock, Rothbury and Pokolbin locations (only) commence at 9:15am for a 10:00am start (morning tour) OR 2:15pm for a 3:00pm start (afternoon tour). Provide your accommodation name/full address when booking. Your pick-up time will be advised the day prior (by 6:30pm) via text. Please note: we do not travel to Sydney or Newcastle.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Dietary requirements or preferences cannot be catered for due to the nature of the tour being set tasting experiences.

Traveller ratings

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