Services
Signature tour: completely private tour for couples & groups* (no tasting fees)
A premium gourmet experience for wine lovers and beginners alike, our customisable Signature Wine Tour is perfect for couples, families, private groups and people with pets.
Visit up to 4 of the Hunter Valley’s very best family-run and boutique cellar doors, nibble on the tastiest local delicacies including local cheeses and/or chocolates, and ensure your private group enjoys our legendary 5-star hospitality.
Expect to meet a wine-maker, inspect some barrels (and their contents!) or taste some grapes off the vines. And whilst we can’t guarantee it, we can find the cutest wine dogs and spot wildlife on most tours.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE LIST OF VINEYARDS: Top Vineyard Picks. We will put a draft itinerary together for you but please feel free to choose some vineyards from the Top Vineyard Picks. NOTE: Cheese pairing and chocolate pairing experiences held at selected vineyards and count as one vineyard stop.
BRINGING YOUR FOUR LEGGED FRIEND? Follow us at #dogsofgrapetoglassHV to see the fun we have on tour!
BRINGING THE KIDS? No problem, us ask about kids activities!
*maximum group size of 14 people
Sample itinerary (duration approx 6.5 hours, half days also available):
Vineyard 1: complimentary wine tasting
Vineyard 2: complimentary wine pairing experience with local cheeses
Lunch stop of your choice
Vineyard 3: complimentary wine tasting
Distillery: complimentary gins, vodkas & liqueurs (optional)
Vineyard 4: complimentary wine tasting with chocolate (optional)
Full day tour price per person including GST and all tastings*
(lunch is extra, see lunch tab for recommended eateries)
| How many will be on your private tour? | Fri – Sun | Mid Week |
|---|---|---|
| There’s two of us | $229 per person | $229 per person |
| There’s three of us | $189 per person | $169 person |
| Group of 4 | $169 per person | $159 per person |
| Group of 5 | $159 per person | $149 per person |
| 6– 14 | $129 per person | $119 per person |
*all prices include GST
Children under 13 and fur kids ride free!
Our wine tours are entirely private.
Pick up from your accommodation in Hunter Wine Country – within 25 minutes from Central Pokolbin – is included in the tour price.
Pick up from more than 25 minutes away may incur a surcharge. Newcastle, Northern Central Coast and Lake Macquarie may be possible, on request.
We do not pick up from Sydney.
Gourmet cheese platter. $35 for two people (7 days)
Ironbark Brewhouse at Peter Drayton Wines $35 pp (Weds- Sun) Wood-fired pizza, chunky fries, gourmet salad and wings and complimentary beer/wine/soft drink.
Hungerford Hill EPIC mini degustation experience (wines matched to small dishes created by two hatted restaurant, Muse.) $55 pp (Tues – Sat)
Hungerford Hill WINEMAKERS LUNCH $70pp
5 wines paired with small dishes including Sydney Rock Oysters, Mushroom crusted fried chicken wings, slow cooked beef cheek with polenta, and a dark chocolate mousse
OR choose your own meal at:
Twine Restaurant at Wynwood Estate (Wed -Sun)
The Deck Cafe Lovedale (7 days)
Four Pines at The Farm (7 days)
Cafe Enzo Pokolbin (7 days- group of 6 max.)
All venues are dog and family friendly and can cater for most dietary requirements with notice
Choose up to 2 complimentary wine pairing experiences - wine with handcrafted chocolate and/or wine paired with local cheeses
Complimentary tastings at a total of four vineyards on the day plus choose your lunch stop at a top local eatery
Our tours are family and pet friendly
(up 2 doggies)
Private, door-to-door transport - different vehicles available
(min 2 people and max 14)
Option to add complimentary craft gin, vodka and schnapps tasting at a distillery
Lots of cooler space, to bring home all your ‘souvenirs’!
Duration: Approx 6 - 7 hours (half days also available)
Substitute any of your wine tasting stops for a brewery visit, or a chance to experience Pokolbin Cider House.
Create Your Own Tour
(tasting fees not included)
Know exactly where you want to go, and what you want to taste and experience? Our Create Your Own Tour is a totally bespoke experience.
We take care of the driving, so all you have to do is tell us what you want, then sit back and enjoy!
Half-day, full-day, couples, families and large-scale group events, all catered for.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS TOUR TYPE DOES NOT INCLUDE TASTING FEES. Due to the huge variance in fees charged by vineyards we can quote you on tastings once you have chosen your vineyards.
For a fully customisable and completely private tour with all fees included, please see our Signature Tour.
Vineyards charging $15 or more for a tasting will need to be contacted directly for a booking.
Indicative Pricing
Up to 7 people – $110 per hour (inc GST)
Group of 8 to 11 people – $154 per hour (inc GST)
11 – 20 people, please contact the team for a custom quote.
Please note Create Your Own Tours do not include tasting fees. As knowledgeable guides we would be delighted to assist you with vineyard selection and general advice to create your perfect itinerary.
Kindly note, vineyards charging over $15 per tasting you are requested to arrange your own tastings directly with the vineyard
For our dog-friendly tour please refer to the Signature Tour, ‘TOP VINEYARD PICKS’ (all dog friendly vineyards are marked DF)
Our tours are entirely private.
Pick up from your accommodation in Hunter Wine Country – within 25 minutes from Central Pokolbin – is included in the tour price.
Pick up from more than 25 minutes away may incur a surcharge. Newcastle, Northern Central Coast and Lake Macquarie may be possible, on request.
We do not pick up from Sydney.
Transport & Transfers
Whether you’re heading to a wedding, one of Hunter’s renowned restaurants, or a thrilling concert in the valley, we’ve got you covered.
We also offer convenient pick-up and drop-off options at the Port of Newcastle and Newcastle Airport.
- Private concert transfers start from as little as $19 per person return.
- Private wedding group transfers from $150 return.
- Newcastle Transfers – $200 one way, $360 return for up to 10 people.
We can even accommodate larger wedding parties, with transport options available for up to 44 people.
Some of the exquisite vineyards we’ve served for group wedding transportation include Krinklewood, Peterson’s House, and Adams Peak. Your special day is in safe hands with us.
Call us on 0478 694 094 or send an enquiry to discuss your transport needs today.
Hunter Heroes Sampler
Exciting new half day tour sampling some of the most historic and longest running boutique vineyards in the Hunter.
More info coming soon!
