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| 3-Day Blue Mountains and Hunter Valley Small-Group Eco-Tour |
AUD$1271.42
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Sydney, Australia
Take a three-day eco-adventure from Sydney to explore Blue Mountains National Park and the Hunter Valley wine region. During this tour of the beautiful countryside surrounding Sydney, you’ll meet... (more)
Take a three-day eco-adventure from Sydney to explore Blue Mountains National Park and the Hunter Valley wine region. During this tour of the beautiful countryside surrounding Sydney, you’ll meet Australia’s native animals, learn about Aboriginal heritage, sample boutique wines and go on a dolphin-spotting cruise off Port Stephens. This tour is limited to 14 people, providing a small-group experience with your knowledgeable guide.Day 1: Sydney – Featherdale Wildlife Park – Blue Mountains (L)
Your tour begins with pickup from your Sydney hotel and a drive into the western hinterland. Your first stop is an up-close encounter with native animals at Featherdale Wildlife Park, where you can stroke a koala, feed wallabies and see emus strutting around the park.
Leaving Featherdale, continue to the northern reaches of Blue Mountains National Park. Stop for a morning refreshment of apple pie and tea or coffee (included) in the orchard mountain town of Bilpin, and enjoy stunning views over the valleys clad in eucalyptus trees. Search for grazing kangaroos on the drive to the Blue Mountains, before your stop at the local golf club restaurant for a delicious two-course lunch. In the afternoon, you have the option to ride the world’s steepest incline railway at Scenic World (own expense), then take in panoramic Blue Mountains views from the famous Three Sisters lookout and go for a stroll through the rainforest. The afternoon also includes a visit to Katoomba’s Waradah Aboriginal Centre, where you can watch a traditional corroboree dance, browse the Aboriginal art and artifacts, and try painting in the traditional style with ocher paints on the center’s painting wall. In the late afternoon, arrive at your choice of accommodation in Katoomba, where you’ll have the rest of the day and evening to spend on your own.
Accommodation: Lilianfels Resort or Mountain Heritage in Katoomba
Day 2: Blue Mountains – Wollemi National Park – Hunter Valley (B, L)
Following breakfast at your hotel, visit Wollemi National Park, renowned for its spectacular canyons, cliffs and pristine forest. On this spectacular drive you'll see sections of the original convict-built Old Great North Road, built in the 1820s. Stop for morning tea before continuing to the Hunter Valley wine region, where you’ll enjoy tastings at boutique wineries and lunch at a Hunter Valley winery. In the afternoon, head to your accommodation in the wine region town of Pokolbin, where you have the remainder of the day and evening to spend at leisure.
Accommodation: Peppers Guest House or Hunter Resort in Pokolbin
Day 3: Hunter Valley – Port Stephens – Sydney (B, L)
After an early breakfast, enjoy a scenic trip to Port Stephens. Transferring to a 4WD off-road vehicle, take an exciting ride across the Stockton Sand Dunes, the largest coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. Then swap sand for sea on a dolphin-watching cruise to look for bottlenose dolphins playing in the waves off Port Stephens and enjoy lunch aboard the Moonshadow boat. Then sit back and relax on the journey back to Sydney.
A note about eco-tours: This tour is operated with a low impact to the environment and local inhabitants, promotes cultural values and traditions, and provides opportunities to learn about the flora and fauna and the geological significance of the region. (hide)
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| Hunter Valley Luncheon Tour by Helicopter |
AUD$1100.00
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Sydney, Australia
Indulge in a day of luxury and treat someone special to an amazing wining and dining experience. Fly from Sydney to the famed Hunter Valley by helicopter, with spectacular aerial views of the Sydney... (more)
Indulge in a day of luxury and treat someone special to an amazing wining and dining experience. Fly from Sydney to the famed Hunter Valley by helicopter, with spectacular aerial views of the Sydney Opera House, iconic landmarks and coastline. Enjoy a private wine tasting and a three-course gourmet lunch at an award-winning restaurant.This morning you will fly to the Hunter Valley, renowned for its wine and stunning scenery. On arrival at the Sydney Airport helipad, you'll receive a safety briefing and have plenty of time to take photos before boarding your flight. During the flight you will be able to hear the pilot point out all the must-see sights and talk to each other through your headset.
The one-hour helicopter flight to the Hunter Valley takes you over Sydney’s iconic landmarks and harbour, with amazing views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, then follows the coastline along the northern beaches to Palm Beach. As Pittwater emerges below, the flight heads inland to the Hawkesbury River and Brisbane Waters, before passing over the Central Coast to eventually land amongst the famed vineyards of the Hunter Valley.
Enjoy a private wine tasting and sample some terrific wines the Hunter is renowned for, including crisp Semillon’s and ripe Shiraz. Then take time out for lunch among vines at an award-winning restaurant. While you sip a glass from you complimentary bottle of wine the chef will prepare a three-course gourmet lunch using the best local and seasonal produce.
Your decadent day ends with your return helicopter flight to Sydney -- with even more stunning aerial views!
Please note: The restaurant and lunch menu are subject to change. In the event that Talavera Grove is unavailable, an equally suitable lunch and wine tasting destination will be included. (hide)
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| 2-Day Hunter Valley Small-Group Eco-Tour |
AUD$735.71
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Sydney, Australia
Taste local wines and enjoy the relaxing ambience of the lovely Hunter Valley region on an eco-tour from Sydney. You’ll see Australian animals up close at a wildlife park, visit boutique wineries... (more)
Taste local wines and enjoy the relaxing ambience of the lovely Hunter Valley region on an eco-tour from Sydney. You’ll see Australian animals up close at a wildlife park, visit boutique wineries and stay overnight at a Hunter Valley resort on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people so you can enjoy a more intimate and personalized experience with your guide.Itinerary:
Day 1: Sydney – Australian Reptile Park – Hunter Valley (L)
After pickup from your Sydney hotel, you’ll be taken to the first stop of your two-day tour, the Australian Reptile Park, where you’ll see not only reptiles, but also other wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies and a variety of birds. Enjoy morning tea at the park before continuing your tour to the colonial-era township of Wollombi; the drive takes you along sections of the original convict-built Old Great Northern Road, built in the 1820s.
After admiring Wollombi’s 19th-century architecture, travel to Mt View for panoramic views over the vineyard country of the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest winemaking region. Your first stop is at the Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop for cheese and olive oil tastings before visiting selected cellar doors. Next, enjoy a gourmet lunch at the Hunter Resort and visit Hermitage Cellars winery for tastings of wines from a dozen boutique wineries. Later in the afternoon, you'll be dropped at your choice of accommodation in the Hunter Valley wine town of Pokolbin, and have the remainder of the afternoon and evening to enjoy at your leisure.
Accommodation: Peppers Guest House or Hunter Resort in Pokolbin
Day 2: Hunter Valley – Sydney (B, L)
After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll have time at your leisure to explore the Hunter Valley region. Visit vineyards for more wine tastings, join in the activities at the Hunter Valley Wine School, take a hot-air balloon ride over the Hunter Valley wineries, or be driven in a horse and carriage around the vineyards (all at own expense). In the afternoon, you’ll be collected for the return trip to Sydney, where you’ll be dropped at your hotel.
A note about eco-tours: This tour is operated with a low impact to the environment and local inhabitants, promotes cultural values and traditions, and provides opportunities to learn about the flora and fauna and the geological significance of the region. (hide)
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| 2-Day Hunter Valley and Port Stephens Small-Group Eco-Tour |
AUD$689.00
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Sydney, Australia
Travel north from Sydney on an overnight eco-tour to the Hunter Valley wine region and coastal Port Stephens. You’ll see kangaroos and koalas up close at a wildlife park, sip boutique wines, ride... (more)
Travel north from Sydney on an overnight eco-tour to the Hunter Valley wine region and coastal Port Stephens. You’ll see kangaroos and koalas up close at a wildlife park, sip boutique wines, ride across sand dunes by 4WD and take a dolphin-spotting cruise. Enjoy personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people so you can enjoy a more intimate experience.Day 1: Sydney – Australian Reptile Park – Hunter Valley (L)
After being picked up from your Sydney hotel, you’ll be taken to meet Australian wildlife at the Australian Reptile Park. See kangaroos, wallabies, and spectacular bird life, then enjoy morning tea at the wildlife park. Your tour then takes you across the Hawkesbury River to Yengo National Park to enjoy its picturesque mix of rural farmland, grazing pastures and pristine Australian bush. The route takes you along sections of the original convict-built Old Great North Road, built in the 1830s, to the colonial-era township of Wollombi. Here, visit a local tavern to enjoy a tasting of Dr Jurd’s Jungle Juice, a fortified wine beverage produced with a family recipe that’s been handed down over the generations since the 1950s.
Your tour continues to Mt View, where you’ll see panoramic views over the vineyard country of the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest winemaking region. In the Hunter Valley, visit selected cellar doors for tastings of boutique wines, enjoy a cheese and olive oil tasting at a local cheese shop, and relax over a gourmet lunch at a regional winery. After lunch, you’ll be dropped at your accommodation in the Hunter Valley wine town of Pokolbin, and have the remainder of the afternoon and evening to enjoy at your leisure.
Accommodation: 4-star Hunter Resort in Pokolbin
Day 2: Hunter Valley – Port Stephens -- Sydney (B, L)
After breakfast at your hotel, you’ll be collected by a luxury vehicle and driven to Anna Bay for an exciting ride across the Stockton Sand Dunes on board a 4WD. If you want more excitement, you could even go sandboarding across the largest coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere! Then take a scenic cruise around Port Stephens' harbor to spot bottlenose dolphins swimming in the bay’s calm, enclosed waterway. Relax over a buffet lunch served aboard the Moonshadow boat before returning to the dry land at around 12pm. You’ll be then driven back to the Hunter Valley, a scenic drive of around 1.5 hours, to rejoin your tour at the chocolate shop before your journey back to Sydney, where you’ll be dropped at your hotel at around 6pm.
A note about eco-tours: This tour is operated with a low impact to the environment and local inhabitants, promotes cultural values and traditions, and provides opportunities to learn about the flora and fauna and the geological significance of the region. (hide)
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| Sydney Opera House & Australian Ballet Dinner Package |
AUD$380.00
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Sydney, Australia
This superb dinner and seating package provides the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience for ballet enthusiasts. Your enchanted evening starts with a compelling tour of the iconic Opera House,... (more)
This superb dinner and seating package provides the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience for ballet enthusiasts. Your enchanted evening starts with a compelling tour of the iconic Opera House, which reveals the dramatic twists and turns in development of this revolutionary building. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious three-course pre-show dinner in either the Guillaume or ARIA restaurants, both of which offer stunning Harbour views and first-class cuisine. Then lose yourself in the performance of your choice by The Australian Ballet company, which has a thrilling program lined up for 2011. The package gives you A Reserve Seating which affords excellent views. Your VIP treatment includes a complimentary interval drink at one of the bars overlooking lovely Sydney Harbour. View schedule of performances View seating plan (hide)
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| 2-Day Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Overnight at Hunters Resort |
AUD$345.00
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Sydney, Australia
Escape to the Hunter Valley on this 2-day tour from Sydney. Visit several Hunter Valley wineries whilst also having free time to try some of the many other activities available, such as hot air... (more)
Escape to the Hunter Valley on this 2-day tour from Sydney. Visit several Hunter Valley wineries whilst also having free time to try some of the many other activities available, such as hot air ballooning, cycling or horse riding. You will spend the night at the 4-star Hunter Resort before returning to Sydney the following day.Day 1: Sydney / Hunter ValleyTravel over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and head north bound for wine country. We cross over the Hawkesbury River to enter into the Hunter Valley one of the finest wine regions in Australia. Your first stop will be for morning tea (own expense) at Wollombi, a quaint and tiny historic Goldrush township. A delicious lunch is served at the Hunter Resort. Enjoy a delicious two course luncheon. From Lindemans Winery you'll head to Hunter Valley Cellars arriving at approximately 3.15pm. From here your coach captain will transfer you to your accommodation at Hunter Valley Resort. The rest of your afternoon and evening is free to relax and take in the region.Accommodation: The Hunter Resort Country Estate, located in the heart of the Hunter Valley Wine Country, is nestled amongst its own vineyards and incorporates an exquisite Restaurant, Wine Tasting Cellars, excellent 4-star accommodation and the Hunter's largest winery.Day 2: Hunter Valley / SydneyDeparts Hunter Resort 3.15 p.m. After enjoying a hearty breakfast, the day is at your leisure to arrange further winery tours, enjoy a game of golf, or take a walk through the Arts and Crafts shops in the area. Please note, check out time is 11am however, your luggage can be kept at the hotel until required. Your coach captain will collect you from your accommodation at approximately 3.15pm and take you to the quaint township of the Hunter Valley Gardens. Here, you will have free time to explore the many hidden delights in the garden village - why not try the chocolate shop. Enjoy the opportunity to taste premium wines in the unique atmosphere of the Hunter Valley's only underground cellars. After departing Hunter Valley Gardens we head back to Sydney via Freeman's Waterhole and the Expressway to arrive approximately at 7.00pm. Hotel drop offs to most city hotels are available, please ask your driver. (hide)
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| Sydney Opera House & Opera Australia Dinner Package |
AUD$330.59
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Sydney, Australia
Enjoy first-class opera at one of the world’s greatest arts venues when you choose this exclusive dinner and seating package at the Sydney Opera House. Perfect for an anniversary or birthday; a... (more)
Enjoy first-class opera at one of the world’s greatest arts venues when you choose this exclusive dinner and seating package at the Sydney Opera House. Perfect for an anniversary or birthday; a delight for opera buffs or a great introduction for those new to opera. The evening starts with a fascinating tour of the iconic Opera House, which reveals the dramatic twists and turns in development of this revolutionary building. You then enjoy a delicious three-course pre-show dinner in either the Guillaume or ARIA restaurants, both of which offer stunning Harbour views and first-class cuisine. Then lose yourself in the performance of your choice by the acclaimed Opera Australia company. Love and death, passion and innocence, rage and hope, danger and humor all feature in the 2011 program. The package offers you a choice of seating : Reserve A or Reserve B; both options afford excellent views. Your VIP treatment includes a complimentary interval drink at one of the bars overlooking lovely Sydney Harbour. View schedule of performances View seating plan (hide)
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| Private Tour: Hunter Valley Region and Boutique Wineries Day Trip from Sydney |
AUD$297.14
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Sydney, Australia
Tour the Hunter Valley in style on a private luxury tour of the region’s artisanal wineries with an expert guide. Have an up-close encounter with Australian animals at a wildlife park, travel... (more)
Tour the Hunter Valley in style on a private luxury tour of the region’s artisanal wineries with an expert guide. Have an up-close encounter with Australian animals at a wildlife park, travel through pristine national parks and go wine tasting at the Hunter Valley’s boutique wineries. For lunch, choose from fine modern Australian fare at Esca Bimbadgen restaurant or vineyard dining at a local boutique winery. Your private tour begins with pickup from your Sydney hotel and a scenic drive out of the city to the Australian Reptile Park. Enjoy morning tea, then meet the park’s koalas, kangaroos, wombats and other unique Australian wildlife.
Leaving the park, your scenic private tour continues through the region’s pristine national parks and along the convict-built Great North Road. Stop in at the historic town of Wollombi and visit a local tavern before continuing to Mt View, aptly named for its panoramic views over the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest winemaking region.
Your tour then takes you to some of the Hunter Valley’s smaller, more personalized boutique wineries, where you might get to meet the owners or winemakers at the winery cellar doors. Enjoy tastings of several varieties of wines and learn about the winemaking process; then savor a cheese and olive oil tasting at the Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop.
Depending on your selection, stop next for a two-course lunch at Bimbadgen Estate’s sophisticated Esca restaurant or enjoy a lunch of wine and food pairing at a local vineyard.
After lunch, enjoy more wine tastings at several wineries, and savor local chocolates at a chocolate shop before returning to Sydney, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel at around 5:30pm.
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Esca Bimbadgen
A meal at sophisticated Esca Bimbadgen is accompanied by views over the Hunter Valley vineyards from the restaurant’s hilltop position. Enjoy a two-course lunch (beverages at own cost) featuring the superb local produce and stylish presentation of modern Australian cuisine.
Hunter Resort
Choose from a selection of platters (including vegetarian options), accompanied by tastings of two red and two white wines chosen to complement the dishes served. The winery also offers beer tasting and wines from at least 10 Hunter Valley boutique wineries. (hide)
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| Sydney Opera House & Sydney Symphony Orchestra Dinner Package |
AUD$290.59
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Sydney, Australia
Enjoy VIP treatment, a gourmet dinner and a world-class musical experience when you treat yourself to this Sydney Opera House package. Your enthralling evening starts with a tour of the iconic Opera... (more)
Enjoy VIP treatment, a gourmet dinner and a world-class musical experience when you treat yourself to this Sydney Opera House package. Your enthralling evening starts with a tour of the iconic Opera House, which reveals the dramatic twists and turns in development of this revolutionary building. Next, enjoy a delicious three-course pre-show dinner in either the Guillaume or ARIA restaurants, both of which offer stunning Harbour views and superb cuisine. Then lose yourself in the music of your choice by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. The 2013 program includes a breath-taking selection of music, some familiar, some new. You’ll find the great Romantic composers, Beethoven, Brahms, Dvo?rak, Tchaikovsky, a generous number of works by Mahler and much more. The package gives you A Reserve Seating which affords excellent views. Your VIP treatment includes a complimentary interval drink at one of the bars overlooking lovely Sydney Harbour. View schedule of performances View seating plan (hide)
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| Hunter Valley Vintage Wine Tasting – Small Group Tour from Sydney |
AUD$240.91
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Sydney, Australia
This Hunter Valley tour will take you just 2 hours drive North of Sydney but a million miles away from the stress of city living. The Hunter Valley is Australia's oldest and one of its greatest wine... (more)
This Hunter Valley tour will take you just 2 hours drive North of Sydney but a million miles away from the stress of city living. The Hunter Valley is Australia's oldest and one of its greatest wine areas, though it produces only a tiny proportion of the countries wines - about 2 per cent. First established more than 150 years ago, it is home to some 80 wineries ranging from famous labels to very small 'boutique' winemakers. The Hunter Valley is renowned for its full-bodied white wines, 'medium weight reds' and some excellent ports. Some of the vineyards belong to big name companies such as Lindemans, McWilliams, Rothbury, Hardy's, Wyndham Estate and McGuigan. Others, like Tyrells and Draytons, are very old Hunter Valley family concerns which have been there for several generations and remained independent. On this Hunter Valley Tour you will taste some of the regions fines wines and get the chance to meet some of the owners of the wineries. Visit the historic township of Wollombi which is famous for its local brew and enjoy a wonderful lunch in the foothills of the Broken Back Mountain Range. (hide)
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When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
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| Sydney Harbour Gold Dinner Cruise |
AUD$213.41
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Sydney, Australia
Experience la dolce vita when you embark on this supremely luxurious dinner cruise in Sydney’s glorious harbour. Your experience begins with priority boarding, a welcome reception on the Star Deck.... (more)
Experience la dolce vita when you embark on this supremely luxurious dinner cruise in Sydney’s glorious harbour. Your experience begins with priority boarding, a welcome reception on the Star Deck. At dinner you will be comfortably seated on the Sky Deck in the best seats on the ship. You will be served a five-course degustation menu of delectable dishes accompanied by specially selected Australian vintage wines and you can also take advantage of complimentary house spirits, beer & softdrinks. This VIP cruise is the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion with loved ones. (hide)
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| Hunter Valley Wineries and Wilderness Small-Group Tour |
AUD$195.00
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Sydney, Australia
Take a day trip from Sydney to tour the beautiful Hunter Valley and learn about Australia's pioneering history. You'll visit boutique wineries, sample wines, chocolate and cheese, see native... (more)
Take a day trip from Sydney to tour the beautiful Hunter Valley and learn about Australia's pioneering history. You'll visit boutique wineries, sample wines, chocolate and cheese, see native animals at the Australian Reptile Park and enjoy a gourmet lunch at a vineyard cafe.You will begin the day with a visit to the award winning Australian Reptile Park. The park is home to creatures great and small, slippery and scaly, fluffy and furry. One of the most important functions of the park is the collection of venom from a vast array of snakes and spiders to make antivenins that save human lives. Enjoy a morning tea and meet and greet the animals.
Next you will travel along the Great North Road, built by convicts in the early 1800’s to provide a route from Sydney to the Hunter Valley, passing through the historic town of Wollombi and on to the first of the three winery visits of the day.
With more than 120 wineries, the Hunter Valley produces excellent wines, loved both locally and abroad. Today you will sample the local vintages and learn how to tell the difference between chardonnay and a pinot noir!
The day ends with a trip to Pokolbin for a tasting of artisan cheeses and chocolates, before returning back to the city (hide)
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| Hunter Valley Tour and Wine Appreciation Course – from Sydney |
AUD$165.00
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Sydney, Australia
Spend the day tasting some of the finest wines in Australia on this Hunter Valley Tour. The Hunter Valley is just 2 hours drive North of Sydney but a million miles away from the stress of city... (more)
Spend the day tasting some of the finest wines in Australia on this Hunter Valley Tour. The Hunter Valley is just 2 hours drive North of Sydney but a million miles away from the stress of city living. The Hunter Valley is Australia's oldest and one of its greatest wine areas, though it produces only a tiny proportion of the countries wines - about 2 per cent. First established more than 150 years ago, it is home to some 80 wineries ranging from famous labels to very small 'boutique' winemakers. The Hunter Valley is renowned for its full-bodied white wines, 'medium weight reds' and some excellent ports. Some of the vineyards belong to big name companies such as Lindemans, McWilliams, Rothbury, Hardy's, Wyndham Estate and McGuigan. Others, like Tyrells and Draytons, are very old Hunter Valley family concerns which have been there for several generations and remained independent. On this Hunter Valley tour you will trace the winemaking process from vine to bottle as you tour the vineyards and winery with the scent of crushed grapes in the air. A wine appreciation session will guide you through the textures and tasting of different wines. (hide)
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When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
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| Hunter Valley Tour: Behind the Scenes at Boutique Wineries with Tastings and Gourmet Lunch - Tour from Sydney |
AUD$165.00
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Sydney, Australia
Travel in style to the best boutique wineries in the Hunter Valley on a delightful customized tour of this legendary wine-growing area and its quality wines. During the day, you will sample up to 30... (more)
Travel in style to the best boutique wineries in the Hunter Valley on a delightful customized tour of this legendary wine-growing area and its quality wines. During the day, you will sample up to 30 premium Hunter Wines, some of which are not available anywhere else in the world. After a visit to the popular Iron Gate Estate, where you’ll experience a behind-the-scenes tour of the wine-making process, your expert guide can adjust the tour to the particular interests of the group. Sample the wine styles that appeal to you most or indulge in a cheese or chocolate tasting session. You’ll also enjoy a fabulous gourmet lunch. And there’s more to the Hunter Valley than wine. This is also a great chance to see the farmland and bush outside Sydney, learn about convict and pioneering history and spot the local wildlife. Kangaroos love vineyards too! (hide)
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| Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Day Tour from Sydney |
AUD$165.00
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Sydney, Australia
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... (more)
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.Depart Sydney in the morning and travel to the Hunter Valley, passing by magnificent views of the Hawkesbury River, where you can see the remains of a convict built road winding into the Hunter Valley.
The Hunter Valley owes its reputation and fame to world-class viticulturists and fertile soils. Your first stop is Drayton's Winery, one of the region’s pioneering wine-making companies that is still family-owned and operated. You’ll taste their award-winning wines and experience over 150 years of wine-making excellence. Next, enjoy a private wine tasting experience at world renowned Lindemans before visiting Hunter Resort for a delicious luncheon is accompanied by wine tasting – your two-course lunch will be complimented with specially chosen wines.
After lunch, visit Bluetongue Brewery, home of Bluetongue Beer and perhaps try a tasting paddle of the available varieties (own expense), followed by Oakvale Winery for further tastings of great Australian wines.
The last stop will take you to to Hunter Valley Gardens, a quaint little township within the Hunter Valley. Explore the many hidden delights in the garden village – tantalize your taste-buds with artisan chocolates or enjoy a coffee at one of the many cafes (own expense) before returning back to Sydney where the tour concludes. (hide)
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