What is the Hunter Valley Wine Tour?
The Hunter Valley Wine Tour is a premium small-group day trip from Sydney to Australia's most famous wine region. Experience award-winning wine tastings at boutique family-owned wineries, enjoy local gin, vodka and liqueur tastings at a craft distillery, and discover artisan cheese and handmade chocolates along the way. This full-day Hunter Valley experience also includes scenic vineyard views, hidden local spots, and the chance to see wild kangaroos in the vineyards! All with comfortable transport from Sydney and a relaxed small-group atmosphere.
What will you see and do?
This tour includes 7 key highlights across the day.
- Premium wine tasting at two award-winning wineries
- Local distillery tasting, gin, vodka and liquors
- Artisan cheese & chocolate tasting
- Wild kangaroo encounter in the vineyards
- Scenic vineyard walks & countryside landscapes
- Departure from Central Station at 7:00am
- Drone footage & professional photos (sent same day)
What is the day-by-day itinerary?
All departure and arrival times are approximate. Meeting point is confirmed in advance. Arrive 10 minutes early.
What is included in the tour price?
Included
- Round trip transport from Sydney (Central Station 7:00am)
- Premium wine tasting at 2 award-winning wineries
- Local distillery tasting (gin, vodka and liquors)
- Artisan cheese & chocolate tasting
- Wild kangaroo encounter in the vineyard fields
- Snack bag
- Photographer + drone footage (sent same day)
- Unlimited mineral water
- Sunscreen
- Shared power bank
Not Included
- Main meals (lunch/dinner). Stop at local restaurant with several options.
- Personal wine or souvenir purchases
- Extra activities not in the official itinerary
Compare all 5 tours
Quick side-by-side view of every 77 Tours day tour from Sydney. All include small groups (max 11), bilingual guides, and professional photography.
| Tour | From | Duration | Best for | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jervis Bay Day Tour | A$169 | 11 hours | Beach lovers, snorkelling, wildlife | Year-round |
| Hunter Valley Wine Tour You're here | A$189 | 10–11 hours | Wine, food, romance | Year-round |
| Anna Bay & Port Stephens | A$189 | 10–11 hours | Adventure, sand dunes, photos | Year-round |
| Blue Mountains Day Tour | A$179 | 10 hours | Nature, hiking, waterfalls | Year-round |
| Snow Trip Day Tour | A$369 | 12 hours | Families, first-time snow, winter | June to September |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know about wine to enjoy this tour?
Not at all. Our guide explains everything in a fun, accessible way. Whether you are a wine lover or a first-timer, you will love it.
Will we see kangaroos?
Wild kangaroos frequently graze in the vineyard fields, especially in the afternoon. Sightings are very common on this tour.
What wines are included in the tasting?
We visit two family wineries where you taste a selection of white, red and award-winning sparkling wines from the Hunter Valley region. The distillery tasting covers gin, vodka and local liquors.
What language is the tour in?
Tours are guided in English, and all 77 Tours guides are also fluent in Portuguese (Brazilian). We are the only Sydney operator offering bilingual English and Portuguese day tours, so both English-speaking travellers and the Brazilian community feel at home.
Can I book via WhatsApp?
Absolutely. Send us a message on WhatsApp and we will confirm availability, dates and your booking within a few hours. We also accept online bookings via FareHarbor.