About this tour
A guided six to seven-hour loop through Hunter Valley's wine country, departing from local pickup points. You'll taste wines at three cellar doors—Oakvale, Briar Ridge, and Hanging Tree—whilst learning about the region's varietals from your guide. The itinerary includes the Hunter Vodka Distillery, a meal at a venue of your choosing, a stroll through Hunter Valley Gardens, and a stop at a local cheese producer. A fridge aboard keeps provisions cool throughout the day.
Highlights
- Tastings at Oakvale, Briar Ridge, Hanging Tree cellar doors
- Hunter Vodka Distillery tour and sampling
- Guided insights into regional wine styles and production
- Lunch at your selected venue or guide-recommended spots
- Hunter Valley Gardens exploration
- Artisanal cheese sampling from local producer
- On-board fridge for self-catering flexibility
What to expect
Your driver collects you from your accommodation and navigates the valley's quiet roads between tasting rooms. At each cellar door, you'll spend 30–45 minutes sampling current releases whilst staff or your guide explain what's in your glass. Mid-morning, the distillery offers a shift in pace with spirits rather than wine. Lunch is unhurried—either pre-arranged or you pick from recommendations handed over beforehand. The afternoon gardens visit offers a gentler interlude before returning to two more cellar doors and a final produce stop. Expect to taste across a range of styles: Shiraz, Chardonnay, Semillon, and beyond.
Good to know
Bottled water and wine tastings are included; bring or buy lunch if you haven't arranged ahead. The fridge lets you stash picnic items. Alcohol tastings are 18+ only. The day involves moderate walking and standing; those with cardiac concerns should discuss suitability beforehand. Infant seats and service animals are welcome.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.