Culinary experience tour in Hunter Valley from Sydney
Description
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on an unforgettable epicurean journey with 1860 Travels into Australia's oldest and most celebrated wine region. Our Culinary Experience Tour in the Hunter Valley promises an indulgent feast for the senses, combining breathtaking countryside vistas with world-class cool-climate wines and fresh regional produce. Led by an expert guide who doubles as a professional chef, this immersive tour goes beyond standard cellar door visits. Enjoy an exclusive multi-course regional Australian menu thoughtfully prepared on-site and perfectly matched with handcrafted wines from carefully selected boutique vineyards. From crisp Semillons to robust Shiraz, every sip and bite highlights the rich terroir of the inland Newcastle country region. Between gourmet tastings, take time to soak in the serene beauty of the Hunter Valley's quiet rolling green hills, lush farmland, and vibrant local art galleries. Whether you are a dedicated foodie or a wine enthusiast looking for a refined escape, this tailored day tour delivers an intimate, mouthwatering, and unforgettable Australian culinary adventure.
Location Map
Highlights
- Guided wine tasting sessions at carefully selected boutique Hunter Valley vineyards
- Multi-course regional lunch freshly prepared on-site by your professional chef-guide
- Expert wine pairings matched seamlessly with every course of your meal
- Artisanal local cheese and handmade chocolate tasting experiences
- Comfortable round-trip transfers from central Sydney in a luxury vehicle
- Intimate small-group atmosphere ensuring personalised attention
Exclusions
- International and domestic airfares
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Personal expenses and purchases of bottled wine/souvenirs
- Additional food and beverages outside of the scheduled tastings and lunch
- Gratuities for your driver and guide
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
