Things to do in Cessnock, New South Wales: The Best Food Tours

Explore the vineyards and distinctive wines of the Hunter Valley on this private day tour from Sydney with Matt - personal expert sommelier guide, a passionate wine connoisseur with extensive experience in hospitality and visit renowned Hunter Valley vineyards like Tyrells, Audrey Wilkinson and meet the boutique winemakers and hear the stories of these family-owned gems in the heart of their wineries like Glandore estate and Keith Tulloch. Sample delicious local produce and incorporate tastings for olives, cheese and chocolate. Your expert sommelier guide, breakfast, entrance fees, wine tastings and luxury private transport are all included.  

Inclusions: Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Wine tasting, Lunch, Professional sommelier guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Snacks, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Wine purchase

Spend a day tasting some of Australia’s best wine, cheese, and chocolate in the Hunter Valley on this small-group, full-day tour from Newcastle. Your guide will take you on three wine tastings at select boutique wineries in the area. Enjoy a one course lunch with a glass of wine, beer or soft drink at a Hunter Valley restaurant. Plus sample local cheese and chocolate, plus the Hunter Distillery for tasting of their organic vodkas. Relax and listen to upbeat music on board your comfortable mini bus and learn all about the region from your knowledgeable driver-guide.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Beverages, One course lunch, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Paired wine tastings with both local cheese and yummy chocolate!

Exclusions: Gratuities, Additional Food and drinks, unless specified

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

Picture yourself exploring the Hunter Valley, home to over 150 wineries from internationally renowned cellar doors to historic family owned wineries. Our Zepher Tours experience is first class and amazing value. Awesome cellar doors, friendly experts, award winning wines paired with cheese and chocolate, a wonderful lunch, fun guide, small group transport, on point music. A very fun day out - guaranteed!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup (selected locations only), Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Food tasting, one course restaurant lunch + glass of wine/beer, Wine & cheese paired tastings, Wine & chocolate paired tastings, Choice of 6 spirit tastings including vodka, gin and schnapps

Exclusions: Gratuities