7 Wine Tours & Tastings in Lovedale That You Shouldn't Miss

Customize your 6-hour Hunter Valley wine tour experience with a hop-on hop-off bus by choosing from a timetable of 14 stops to visit and over 30 attractions. Venues include brewery, cellar doors, smokehouse, cheese shops, olive produce, cafes, restaurants and more, all at your own pace. Simply join the bus by boarding at any of the 14 stops or or if you are staying more than a 500 meter walk to any of the stops, book a complimentary transfer (ensure to select the option with transfers) from your accommodation in Pokolbin, Lovedale, Cessnock, Nulkaba and Rothbury only (transfers occur before the service starting at 10:15am and at the end of the tour). Maximum travelling group size of 7 adults applies to all bookings. Please note: we don't travel to Sydney.

Inclusions: Hop-on hop-off bus tour, Designated driver, Assistance with planning your itinerary/recommendations from our experienced guides, Access to over 30 attractions, Complimentary storage and cooler boxes on board the bus

Exclusions: Some venues may charge a small tasting fee (generally refundable upon purchase), Product or produce purchases, Food and drinks

Yoga + wine experiences marry the best of both worlds giving you exercise and relaxation with the yoga class and enjoyment and indulgence with the wine tasting and cheese and fruit platter. Depending on bookings this event can be private. Please message us to know more.

Inclusions: Wine Tasting, 60 minute Hatha yoga class, Cheese & fruit platter

Exclusions: No persons under the age of 18

See more, taste more and experience more of the Hunter Valley - Australia's oldest wine region. In addition to seeing the sights of Pokolbin, the main hub of the Hunter, discover the lesser visited and interesting sub-regions of Rothbury, Belford, and Lovedale for a more complete day. Your day may include tastings of: - premium single estate wine - small parcel hand crafted wine made in limited volumes - museum wines from some of Australia’s oldest producing vines Pair your wines with fresh cheese, olives and local produce plus a gourmet lunch for a delectable match. Or go one further and match wine with hand made chocolate! Tailor the day to your preferences; reds, whites, sweet, dry, fortifieds, spirits, craft beer, scrumptious food, or a mixture of all of the above. There's even an option to split your time, and visit a wildlife park, or waterfall walk in the Australian 'bush.' Option to start and end your day in Sydney, the Hunter Valley, Newcastle and the Central Coast.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Parking Fees, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Any wine tasting fees. Some charge $5 or $10 per person refundable on a wine purchase.

Experience the very best of Hunter Valley on your luxury private day tour. Your day tour reveals the best of Shiraz the valley can offer and scenic beauty of Pokolbin in the care of your expert guide. Tours start from Sydney at a time that suits you with pick up from your hotel, traveling aboard a new minivan with leather interiors, climate control, and enjoy chilled bottled water throughout the day. The Hunter Valley is famous for Shiraz, handmade cheese and chocolates.  Highlights - A luxury private tour Hotel pick up and drop off at Sydney CBD Visit 3 boutique wineries Learn about Hunter Valley and winemaking in Australia A fun and informative tour of a winery Visit a handmade cheese factory, a chocolate shop, and a local distillery Flexibility

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sydney, Private driver/guide, Complementary bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Cheese tasting, Hunter Distillery tasting, Winery tour - optional , Wine tasting ($5 to 20$ per adult)

ITINERARY This unique exploration of the Hunter Valley region provides a variety of food and wine experiences to showcase the best of the regions local produce - there is something for everyone! We will sample a range of wines from our favourite Boutique cellar doors, selected for their commitment to excellent customer experience and quality wine - with two tastings before lunch and one in the afternoon. At lunchtime, we enjoy a delicious cafe lunch in the picturesque Hunter Valley Garden Village. Alternating between the lovely "The Winner is Oscars" and beautiful "Cypress Lakes Country Club" we allow plenty of time to relax and get to know your fellow travellers. After eating you can browse the bespoke collection of boutique shops. After a relaxed paced day of sipping, sampling and slurping our way around the valley, we will start to make our way back to the hustle and bustle of Sydney.

Inclusions: 3 Boutique wine tastings, Local produce samples, Cafe style lunch (valued at $25), Experienced local driver guide to assist you throughout the day, Air-conditioned minibus, enjoy traveling in style and comfort, Comprehensive live commentary in a relaxed social atmosphere, Roundtrip transportation to and from Sydney

Exclusions: Additional alcoholic drinks, available to purchase, Breakfast and dinner

Experience the very best of Hunter Valley and Australian native wildlife on your luxury private day tour. As the first stop of the tour, you can experience free-roaming of Australian animals at the Walkabout wildlife park. Following that, the tour will head to a historic rock engravings sites that add authentic experience. Next, you will reveal the best of Shiraz the valley can offer and scenic beauty of Pokolbin in the care of your expert guide. Tours start at 8.00 am (flexible) with pick up from your hotel, traveling aboard a modern minivan, and enjoy chilled bottled water throughout the day. The Hunter Valley is famous for Shiraz, handmade cheese and chocolates. Highlights - A luxury private tour Hotel pick up and drop off at Sydney CBD See free-roaming Australian native wildlife Visit 2 boutique wineries Visit a Historical Rock Engravings site Visit the chocolate shop and local distillery or cheese factory Flexibility

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sydney, Private driver/guide with transportation , Complementary bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Cheese tasting, Hunter Distillery tasting, Entry to Australian Walkabout Park, Wine tasting ($5 to 20$ per adult)

Experience the very best of Hunter Valley and Australian native wildlife on your luxury private day tour. As we head to the northern suburbs of Sydney, the first stop of the tour, you can experience free roaming of Australian animals at the Walkabout wildlife park. Following that, you will reveal the best of Shiraz the valley can offer and scenic beauty of Pokolbin in the care of your expert guide. Tours start at 8.00am (flexible) with pick up from your hotel, traveling aboard a new minivan with leather interiors, climate control, and enjoy chilled refreshments throughout the day. The Hunter Valley is famous for Shiraz, handmade cheese and chocolates. Highlights - A luxury private tour Hotel pick up and drop off at Sydney CBD See free-roaming Australian native wildlife Visit 2 to 3 boutique wineries Learn about Hunter Valley and wine styles Visit the chocolate shop and local distillery or cheese factory Flexibility

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sydney, Private driver/guide with transportation , Complementary bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Cheese tasting, Hunter Distillery tasting, Entry to Australian Walkabout Park, Wine tasting fees ($5 to 20$ per adult)