Shared small group · Accessible · 4 hours
An Ultimate Mid-day Wine Tour with Lunch
A half day accessible wine tour with a delicious light lunch: the whole Hunter experience, condensed into the best hours of the day.
This is a group tour, so HVT26 applies.
Use promo code HVT26 for $20 off all group/shared tours! Valid for bookings from January to December 31st 2026.
The relaxed middle path
Embark on an exhilarating half-day escapade into the heart of the Hunter Valley, where each moment promises a fusion of award-winning wines, breathtaking vineyard landscapes, and a delectable light lunch feast! Join the ranks of the thrill-seekers with HV Tours, a tour company renowned for setting the bar in outstanding service.
Your adventure unfolds with a curated itinerary featuring two exclusive winery stops, each a hidden gem showcasing the finest in boutique wine-making. Picture yourself immersed in the rich tapestry of the Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, and Lovedale, as you indulge in tastings that dance on your palate like a symphony of flavours.
But that's not all: the climax of your journey takes place in the heart of a working boutique vineyard. Here, a locally sourced light casual lunch awaits, elevating your culinary experience amidst the vines. Rest assured, we strive to cater to your medical dietary requirements, making this experience accessible to all.
Weather depending, other lunch options may be offered. Not all dietary requirements can be catered to.
Your travels don't finish there. It's off to sample some of the Hunter Valley's own vodkas and gins, giving you a break away from sampling wines, a casual fun stop. Followed by a visit to cheese and chocolate shops, try not to fill yourself with all the yummy things to buy before we return you back to your accommodation.
You will be collected from your accommodation and your tour starts with your first wine tasting at 12pm and your tour completes by 4pm. Your senses will be on overdrive, as you bask in the luxury of superior service provided by our seasoned tour company. Picture yourself on our comfortable tour bus, the excitement building with each passing vineyard. Our commitment to accessibility ensures that everyone, regardless of mobility, can join in on the adventure.
For those spontaneous spirits yearning for a last-minute thrill, give us a call at 0456 737 888. Unleash your inner wine enthusiast and join us for a day where excitement, flavour, and memories converge in the Hunter Valley. This is not just a tour; it's an adventure for the senses!
Important notes
- Tasting fees: are included at two wineries, cheese and spirits venues.
- Medical food allergies and dietary requirements: At HV Tours, we do our best to advise venues of any medical food allergies or dietary requirements. However, as tastings are provided by third-party venues, we cannot guarantee that all medical food allergies or restrictions can be met. Food and wine tastings may contain traces of allergens. We encourage guests to undertake their own research and use their discretion when booking an HV Tours experience.
- Local pickup: Free pickup and return within the immediate Cessnock, Nulkaba, Pokolbin, Rothbury and Lovedale areas. Pickups run from 11:15am to 11:50am.
- Minimum numbers: Minimum of 6 people to run this tour, you may be offered to join our full or half day tour if the tour is less than 6 people. We will let you know.
- Dress code on the day: Please wear clothing suitable to sharing a common space in the tour vehicle with other people and appropriate for the weather on the day.
- Hen's and buck's groups: This day tour is not suitable for hen's or buck's groups unless you are booking the whole tour bus out for your group. Call Julie on 0456 737 888 and talk about your needs.
- Weather: Tours are conducted in all weather.
- Footwear: Please wear closed in footwear. You could possibly be walking on uneven, wet or dusty ground, and for safety reasons we strongly encourage and recommend closed in footwear.
Your tour includes
- Two exclusive winery stops, each a hidden gem showcasing the finest in boutique wine-making
- A locally sourced light casual lunch in the heart of a working boutique vineyard (weather depending, other lunch options may be offered)
- Some of the Hunter Valley's own vodkas and gins to sample
- A visit to cheese and chocolate shops
- Tasting fees are included at two wineries, cheese and spirits venues
- *Not all dietary requirements can be catered to
Tour hours
You will be collected from your accommodation between 11:15am and 11:50am, and your tour starts with your first wine tasting at 12pm and completes by 4pm.
Availability: Saturdays only. For other days please call us direct on 0456 737 888.
Accessibility
This tour is accessible. Let us know you need the hydraulic lift when you book and we will have everything ready for you.
Last-minute seats
For those spontaneous spirits yearning for a last-minute half day, give us a call on 0456 737 888 and we will do our best to fit you on the bus.
Hen's and buck's parties
This tour is not suitable for hen's and buck's parties. Non-disclosure will incur the cancellation of your day tour. For celebrations, see the Pre-Wedding Celebration Tour.
The entire half day wine tour was an amazing experience. Julie was a wonderful tour guide, so energetic and warm. We had the most amazing day.
Rutuja Shah, Half Day Tour With Lunch
Questions about this tour? Send us an enquiry or call 0456 737 888.
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