Hunter Valley Wine, Beer & Spirits Tour

Discover the perfect blend of wine, beer, and spirits on our Grains & Grapes Hunter Valley Tour from Sydney, a full‑day adventure designed for food and drink lovers. Departing daily from central Sydney, this small‑group tour takes you behind the scenes of Australia’s oldest wine region, offering authentic tastings and memorable experiences that go far beyond the ordinary.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive north to the Hunter Valley, where rolling vineyards, boutique wineries, and craft breweries await. At your first stop, enjoy a guided tour of a vineyard or winery production area before sampling premium wines straight from the source. Unlike crowded cellar doors, we focus on small, family‑run producers, giving you the chance to meet locals and learn the stories behind each glass.

Lunch is served at a winery or local venue, often featuring wood‑fired pizzas, fresh salads, and a drink of your choice—beer, wine, or soft drink. Afterward, the tour continues with a visit to a family distillery, where you’ll taste handcrafted gin, vodka, and liqueurs. The afternoon brings more indulgence with wine paired with local cheeses, followed by your choice of a wine and chocolate pairing or a paddle of locally brewed craft beers.

Throughout the day, your guide shares insights into the region’s history, culture, and production methods, ensuring every stop is both informative and fun. With flexible tasting options, comfortable transport, and a lively atmosphere, this Hunter Valley beer and wine tour from Sydney is ideal for singles, couples, friends, and families with adult children.

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a craft beer fan, or simply curious to explore the Hunter Valley’s best flavors, the Grains & Grapes tour delivers a truly unforgettable experience.

Highlights

• Visiting Australia’s oldest wine region
• Sampling direct from the producer
• Vineyward and/or a winery production tour
• Optional Beer tasting instead of wine only
• Wine and cheese/choc during tasting not a crowded shop visit
• Small vehicles and small venues

Included

• Wine tastings at a total 2 or 3 wineries (3rd tasting is OPTIONAL beer or wine)
• We offer a choice at a winery of either – Chocolate tasting with wine or a local beer tasting paddle
• Cheese tasting (with wine at one of the 3 wineries we visit)
• Local gin, vodka and liqueur tasting
• 1-course cafe style or shared lunch with a wine, beer or soft drink
• Transportation to and from central Sydney

Not Included

• Additional tastings
• Takeaway purchases
• Sydney Hotel Pick Ups (we can on private tours only)

Pickup

Start Time7.25 am

• Central (St Laurence Church – 812 George St, Sydney)
• Hyde Park ( Sheraton Grand – 161 Elizabeth St, Sydney)
• Circular Quay (The Obelisk, Macquarie Place Park cnr Bridge & Loftus St, Sydney

What To Bring

• Walking Shoes (dancing shoes maybe later)
• Phone battery/charger
• Reusable water bottle
• Your appetite
• A sense of humour or at least the ability to appreciate bad jokes
• Playlist options in case you need to DJ for the bus

Things You Should Know

• Alcohol is part of this tour, therefore you need to be 18+ to tour
• We can manage most dietary requirements, but vegans, please note, wine is generally not vegan friendly. Please contact us as far ahead of time as possible so we can try and make alternate arrangements
• The Hunter Valley is 2.5 hours drive from Sydney
• We use small vehicles, so need notice to accommodate a wheelchair. Please email info@daves.com.au before you book. Please note our vehicles do not have a lift or ramp, foldable chairs only.