Small group Hunter Valley wine tour with accommodation pickup from Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba and Allandale. Three seated tastings from $199.
The Hunter Valley from Your Wine Country Doorstep
Taste your way through the Hunter Valley’s most loved vineyards on this small group boutique tour with accommodation pickup from Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba and Allandale. Staying in wine country means no long transfers: we collect you at your door and have you at your first tasting in minutes. From iconic Australian labels to family-run cellar doors, every stop is chosen to show off the region’s best drops.
What’s Included
- Three exclusive, seated wine tastings, each one a unique and immersive cellar door experience.
- An artisan vodka and gin tasting: discover the craft behind the Hunter Valley’s award-winning spirits.
- A local cheese, chocolate or small-bites pairing, because no indulgent day is complete without a little extra treat, and you’ll see firsthand how food transforms the flavours of wine.
For lunch, settle in at The Farm, 4 Pines, where you can enjoy a relaxed à la carte meal (at your own cost) with sweeping vineyard views. Prefer to make the day all inclusive? Add a lunch and beverage package at checkout.
- Local Hunter Valley pickup: We collect you from your accommodation in Cessnock, Pokolbin, Lovedale, Nulkaba or Allandale and have you at your first cellar door in minutes.
- Small-group boutique experience: With a maximum of 11 guests, you’ll enjoy a personal, intimate tour. Plenty of time to ask questions, chat with your expert guide, and truly savour the Hunter Valley.
- Engaging commentary throughout: We love sharing what makes this region special, offering relaxed, insightful commentary in the van so you’ll come away knowing the Hunter Valley’s local culture behind every glass.
Please note the venues featured on each tour may vary. We aim to give you the best day out in the Hunter Valley and will fine-tune the itinerary where needed.
How Local Pickup Works
Pickup areas: we collect you from your accommodation in Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba and Allandale. Hotels, resorts, cabins and Airbnbs are all easy.
Pickup and return times: pickups run at around 9.45am and we drop you back at your door at approximately 4pm after your final tasting.
Staying in Pokolbin, Cessnock or Lovedale: you are only minutes from the first cellar door, so the whole day stays in wine country. If you are staying just outside these areas, email [email protected] and we will do our best to help.
Why Newy Tour Co?
We keep our groups small, capped at 11 guests, so every guest gets personal attention and an unhurried day. With comfortable transport throughout, you can relax and take in the beauty and flavours of Australia’s oldest wine region. Whether you’re a serious wine lover or just after a relaxed day out, this tour blends great local wines, beautiful scenery and warm hospitality. It’s ideal for couples, groups of friends and milestone celebrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Hunter Valley wine tour with local pickup?
Approximately 6 hours door to door. Pickups from your Cessnock, Pokolbin, Lovedale, Nulkaba or Allandale accommodation start at around 9.45am and we return you to your door at approximately 4pm. With no long transfer at either end, almost all of your day is spent at the cellar doors.
Do I need to be 18 to come on this tour?
Yes. This is an 18+ tour due to the cellar door wine tastings. For wine-curious families travelling with younger children, our Country NSW Day Tour is an alternative that welcomes children.
What’s included in the $199 price?
All entry fees and tasting fees: three seated wine tastings, an artisan vodka and gin tasting, and a paired food tasting (cheese, chocolate or small bites). Plus Hunter Valley door-to-door pick-up and drop-off, and a local guide for the full day. Lunch is at your own cost. We stop at 4 Pines at The Farm for a relaxed à la carte meal overlooking the vines.
Which Hunter Valley areas do you pick up from?
We offer door to door pickup and drop off for guests staying in Hunter Valley wine country accommodation across Cessnock, Pokolbin, Lovedale, Nulkaba and Allandale. Hotels, resorts, cabins and Airbnbs are all easy. If you are staying outside these areas, please contact [email protected] prior to booking.
Can you pick me up from my Pokolbin or Cessnock accommodation?
Yes. Door to door pickup from Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba and Allandale accommodation is included in the price. Tell us where you are staying when you book and we will confirm your pickup time.
What’s the dress code?
Dressy casual. Cellar doors prefer no thongs, ripped clothing, costumes or singlets (for men). Closed shoes are recommended for walking through the vineyards. A light jacket is handy in cooler months.
Which wineries do you visit?
Our regular itinerary includes Hungerford Hill, Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard, Bonvilla Estate, The Fat Cow, Small Mouth Vodka and Hunter Wine Lab, with lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm. We occasionally rotate venues to keep tastings fresh and to respond to seasonal availability, so the exact lineup may vary.
How is this different to the Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour?
This is our small-group public tour, capped at 11 guests with a fixed itinerary and set 8am to 9am pickup window. The Private Hunter Valley Wine Tour is fully tailored. You choose your cellar doors, group size and departure time. Better suited to milestone occasions, corporate days, and groups who want full flexibility.
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Destination
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Departure
Hunter Valley -
Departure Time
Pick ups around 9.45am -
Return Time
Approximately 4pm -
Dress Code
Dressy - no costumes, thongs, ripped clothing, singlets (men) -
Included
Entry FeesPersonal GuidePick Up & Drop Off -
Not Included
Food
Our gallery
Hungerford Hill
Small Mouth Vodka
Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard
4 Pines at the Farm
Hunter Wine Lab
Pick up & drop off to your door.
What Our Guests Say
"Excellent day wine tasting in the Hunter Valley with Kiera as guide. She was very friendly and welcoming and ran the tour professionally demonstrating a huge amount of knowledge of the area and the vineyards we visited. The tastings were generous and well presented."
Sally D, TripAdvisor, April 2026
"Keira picked us up exactly on time at our airbnb. We learned a lot about the Hunter valley and wine before even getting to the first cellar door. The selection of wines was excellent as was the wineries, all presenting something different."
Steve K, TripAdvisor, April 2025
"We cannot recommend this beautiful tour enough! Our host, Keira was warm and friendly and being a local, was an expert in the area. The wineries that were selected for us were boutique and generous with tastings, with exceptional products."
Emma C, TripAdvisor, July 2024
Wine Country on Your Doorstep: Pokolbin, Cessnock and Lovedale
Staying in Pokolbin, Cessnock, Lovedale, Nulkaba or Allandale puts you in the middle of Australia's oldest wine region, and this tour starts right at your accommodation door.
The winding roads of Hunter Valley Wine Country hold centuries of stories just waiting to be uncorked. This tale begins in 1832 when a Scottish gentleman named James Busby arrived on Aussie shores armed with an eclectic collection of 500 European vine cuttings. With sister Catherine in tow, Busby secured a land grant and wasted no time planting those precious vines near present-day Morpeth.
By 1840 vineyards flourished across over 500 acres of Hunter Valley, and an intrepid doctor named Henry Lindeman was crafting exceptional wines that caught the attention of pioneering families like the Draytons, Tullochs, Tyrrells and Wilkinsons. Together through the mid to late 1800s they cultivated a world-class wine region.
Nearly 200 years later, Hunter Valley’s pioneering spirit lives on through skilled viticulturists and boundary-pushing winemakers unafraid to achieve richly authentic wines vintage after vintage. A growing number of estates still produce sublime wines from those original 1840s vines - extremely rare pre-phylloxera survivors. You can taste history firsthand with old vine Hunter Valley Shiraz, Semillon and Chardonnay.
The more you explore Hunter Valley wines, the deeper your appreciation for this legacy of great Australian winemaking. So grab a glass and uncork the captivating stories of Hunter Valley Wine Country. Book Now
