Get friendly with lovable Aussie animals. Enjoy a gastronomic feast with a delightful array of dishes. Sip some fantastic wine while enjoying the country breeze. Enjoy all these and more on your next visit to the Hunter Valley!
We offer you a wine tasting experience and an exciting animal activity featuring adorable kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and the lesser known Australian Devil. It also includes a sumptuous lunch in the vineyards where you can dine in style. This tour then takes you in to the spectacular Hunter Valley vineyards to wineries and cellars where you can sample exquisite wines.
It’s time you do something a little different on your next adventure in this scenic region in NSW!
Adventure is Calling at Hunter Valley
When you say Hunter Valley, people usually think of vineyards and wines. As the oldest and most recognised wine region in the country, this is not a bit surprising. After all, this region produces top quality wines that can satisfy even the discriminating wine connoisseurs.
But aside from the wine tasting, the Hunter Valley also offers so many more adventures. From visiting the zoo to riding in the hot air balloon, to checking out art galleries, the Hunter Valley has something for everyone!
- When
your kind of adventure calls for more action:
You can go hiking at Watagans National Park or Barrington Tops, or take a leisurely walk along Bather’s Way. You can also go kayaking at Wollemi National Park. Soar high up in a hot air balloon as you take in the breathtaking views of the Hunter Valley. Kids and grownups alike will also enjoy a local wildlife experience at the Hunter Valley Zoo. And those who enjoy golf, no matter what skill level, can tee off while enjoying the peaceful countryside, at several golf courses in the Hunter Valley.
- When
you are craving the finer cultural experiences:
Maitland Regional Art Gallery houses artworks from celebrated Australian and international artists. Children will enjoy a special section of the gallery called Art Factory which features free art activities and workshops. You can also wander around Hunter Valley Gardens and the charming Historic Wollombi Village Walk.
- When
you’ve had your fill of recreation and want relaxation:
The Hunter Valley boasts numerous luxury spas that are quite popular among the Sydneysiders. Whether alone, with your significant other, or with friends, there is always a spa treatment package that will cater to your desires.
Of course, as one of the best-known wine-producing regions in the country, don’t forget that trip to the vineyards! A Hunter Valley trip is simply incomplete without a visit to its famed vineyards and cellar doors. If you are unsure as to your possible itinerary, don’t worry — we at Hunter Valley Tours have got you covered!
Kangaroos and Wine Tasting Experience: Your Next Must-Do
Are you heading to Hunter Valley soon, and are looking for something a little different to do? We have just the thing for you (and for your loved ones)! Our kangaroos and wine tasting experience package will assure you of hours of fun and adventure as you journey through the Hunter Valley.
We welcomely invite you to join Hunter Valley Tours and our small group tour, to explore and experience the Hunter Valley. Are you ready to get up close and feed the kangaroos, koalas and other delightful animals, reptiles and birds? Do you look forward to tasting wines from some of the fantastic boutique cellar doors and vineyards that the Hunter Valley is famous for? Here is the tour for you. This is the itinerary for this amazing group tour:
`● Hunter Valley Zoo (9.00 to 11AM)
The first stop would be the Hunter Valley Zoo, where you and the other guests get the chance to interact (and maybe take a selfie or two) with the animals. Have an educational stroll through Hunter Valley Zoo and meet and feed wombats, kangaroos, and koalas. You even get to walk-through the kangaroo yard and bird aviary.
Join the daily show (subject to change due to weather and animals on the day) where you can get to know more about the Australian animals. The friendly zookeepers of the Hunter Valley Zoo are always on hand to answer any questions you may have.
● Cockfighters Ghost vineyard walk and talk then be indulged in a wine tasting to tantalize your wine palate (11.30 to 12.30PM)
We visit a working vineyard, walk through the grape vines. Learn about the vines from their variety, when is bud burst, when do the vines get harvested. We will learn different stages of the winemaking process as you learn about a grape’s journey from the vine to the bottle. We will tantalize our palates with world famous Hunter Valley wines, grown on the vines.
- Lunch
in the Vineyards at Baume Restaurant at Benean Winery (12.30 to 2.00)
Have a tasty lunch at an award-winning restaurant, where you can select from their specially designed menu. Treat yourself to a hearty meal and let your palate and other senses go. Before you leave Benean you need to visit the gastronomical cheese room of Hunter Belle Cheese and sample handmade chocolates and treats at D’Vine Treats
● Visit Hanging Tree Wines or Blueberry Hill Vineyards (2.00 to 3 PM)
The last stop will be a visit to a genuine boutique vineyard in the Hunter Valley. Unleash the wine lover in you as you sample some award-winning boutique wines, wines the Hunter Valley is famous for. Children’s activities are available.
Book Your Next Hunter Valley Adventure with Us
Go ahead and treat yourself and your loved ones; book a Kangaroos and Wine Tasting Experience with us! With a traveller’s rating of 5 stars on TripAdvisor, you know this experience is one that won’t disappoint, and the good memories will stay with you always.
You receive a free pickup and return from Hunter Valley accommodations (conditions apply), with a tour guide included. The bus group sizes are limited to 10 people, for a more relaxed and comfortable excursion. The fee also covers entry to Hunter Valley Zoo, including the animal feed bag, and boutique wine tasting fees at two boutique cellar doors chosen by Hunter Valley Tours. A hearty lunch is also included.
Wheelchair and mobility accessibility is available (conditions apply). For those coming into port on a cruise ship, we also offer Cruise Ship day tours; to be back at the harbour in time for departure!
Come and experience the Hunter Valley! Let our professional tour guides at Hunter Valley Tours take care of everything, so all you need to do is relax and have fun. Book a tour with us now! If you have any questions, you may contact us, and we will get back to you in no time!
