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Hunter Valley Day Tour with GDT Journey from Sydney - Sydney

Hunter Valley Day Tour with GDT Journey from Sydney

Hunter Valleyeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

10 hours

Fitness Level

No special fitness required; mostly seated transport with short walks at stops

Overview

Discover New South Wales’ Hunter Valley on a customized day trip from Sydney with GDT Journey. Taste local wines, indulge in artisan treats, and enjoy private transportation tailored to your group’s pace.

Ashfield, New South Wales

Hunter Valley Day Tour

For all ages • 10 hours • Enjoy some Wine Tasting

Water Activities

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About This Adventure

Embark on a scenic 10-hour adventure from Sydney to the enchanting Hunter Valley. Choose your own itinerary, visiting attractions like the Chocolate Nougat Factory and local wineries. Enjoy personalized transportation with family and friends, making this a unique and memorable escape filled with delightful experiences and breathtaking landscapes.

A two-hour drive north from Sydney to the picturesque Hunter Valley. Escape the buzz of the city with the Hunter Valley tour

Duration

10 Hours

About

The chartered car is also explained by the way, suitable for family and friends to travel together. Choose from various vehicle options to suit your traveling party's needs!

Follow popular routes for reference, or customize your own itinerary to get to where you want to go.

Itinerary 1

  • 08:45 Pick up at your door: any CBD hotel / homestay (Scope description: No pick-up service is provided beyond the designated pick-up area. For areas outside of Greater Sydney, you can consult the OP staff for a quote, clearly fill in the pick-up location, and the driver will pick you up at the door. Driving time: about 15 minutes)
  • 09:00 Transportation: Head to Hunter Valley Travel time: about 2 hours and 15 minutes
  • 11:15 Attractions: Hunter Valley Activity time: about 1 hour and 15 minutes
  • 12:30 Lunch: Self-catering place (Guests arrange their own dining place) Meal time: about 1 hour
  • 13:30 Attractions: Hunter Valley Gardens Activity time: about 1 hour 30 minutes
  • 15:00 Transportation: Head to Central Valley on the Central Coast Driving time: about 1 hour
  • 16:00 Attractions: The Entrance, the entrance town of the Pacific Ocean Activity time: about 1 hour
  • 17:00 Return: Any CBD hotel / homestay (Scope description: No pick-up service is provided beyond the designated pick-up and drop-off area. For areas outside Greater Sydney, you can consult the OP staff for quotation) Travel time: about 2 hours

Itinerary 2

  • 08:30 Pick up: Any CBD hotel/B&B (Scope description: No pick-up service is provided beyond the designated pick-up area. Outside of Greater Sydney, you can consult the OP staff for a quote, clearly fill in the pick-up location, and the driver will pick you up at the door. Driving time: about 15 minutes)
  • 09:00 Transportation: To the Chocolate Nougat Factory Driving Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes/p>
  • 09:50 Attractions: Chocolate Nougat Factory Activity time: about 40 minutes
  • 10:30 Transportation: Go to Ben Ean Winery for wine tasting Travel time: about 1 hour and 10 minutes
  • 11:40 Attractions: wine tasting at Ben Ean Winery Activity time: about 40 minutes
  • 12:30 Lunch: Self-care (Guests can have their own lunch at Ben Ean Winery or arrange their own dining place) Meal time: about 1 hour
  • 10:30 Transportation: Go to McGuigon Winery for wine tasting Travel time: about 10 minutes
  • 13:30 Attractions: McGuigon Winery Wine Tasting Activity time: about 50 minutes
  • 15:00 Transportation: Go to the water golf experience Travel time: about 10 minutes
  • 13:30 Attractions: water golf Activity time: about 50 minutes
  • 17:50 Return: Any CBD hotel / homestay (Scope description: No pick-up service is provided beyond the designated pick-up and drop-off area. For areas outside of Greater Sydney, you can consult the OP staff for quotation) Travel time: about 1 hour

Inclusive

  • Driver/ Chinese-speaking driver guide
  • Parking fees

Exclusive

  • Driver meals
  • Toll fees
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Overtime surcharge
  • Over distance surcharge
  • Peak season surcharge (for Christmas and Chinese New Year, please ask when ordering)

Surcharge

(All surcharges are payable in cash directly to the driver)

  • Driver's meal supplement: AUD 20 per half day booking, AUD 40 per one day booking.
  • Driver's tips: AUD 6 per passenger (AUD 30 per booking for groups of 1-5 persons)
  • If the hotel is located more than 20kms away from CBD or in the suburbs
  • High Season Surcharge: Chinese New Year & Christmas
  • Child Seat (1st free, 2nd $20/pc)

Adventure Tips

Book Your Pickup in Sydney CBD

Pickup is available at hotels and homes within Sydney’s CBD boundary; confirm location to avoid extra charges.

Bring a Wallet for Extras

Driver meals, tips, and toll fees are not included and are payable in cash during the tour.

Dress in Comfortable Layers

Weather can shift throughout the day, so wear layers suitable for outdoor wine tastings and short walks.

Plan for Self-Catered Lunch or Local Dining

Lunch is not included; you can pack food or purchase meals at local eateries or winery cafes.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Kookaburra
  • Swamp wallaby

History

Hunter Valley has been a cornerstone of Australian wine production since the early 1800s, shaping regional culture and economy.

Conservation

Vineyards and local operators in the Hunter Valley increasingly adopt sustainable viticulture practices to reduce environmental impact.

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Adventure Hotspots in Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Ideal for brief strolls through vineyards and factory visits.

Weather-Appropriate Layers

Essential

To remain comfortable during changing conditions on outdoor stops.

Sunscreen

Essential

Protects skin during extended outdoor time in sunny weather.

spring specific

Reusable Water Bottle

Stay hydrated throughout the day’s tastings and drives.