We have hand-selected the best vineyards to provide you with the quintessential taste of the Hunter Valley.
Spend a full day tasting your way through the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, on this small group tour from Newcastle. You’ll visit a hand-picked mix of iconic labels and family-run estates, with everything planned so all you have to do is relax and enjoy.
What’s Included
- Three exclusive, seated wine tastings; each offering a unique and immersive experience.
- An artisan vodka and gin tasting: discover the craft behind these award-winning spirits.
- A paired tasting of local cheese, chocolate or small bites, showing how food changes the flavours of wine.
- Lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm, where you can enjoy an à la carte meal (at your own cost) overlooking the vines. Or add a lunch and beverage package at checkout to make the day all inclusive.
Stress-free travel: we pick you up and drop you off at your Newcastle address, so all you have to do is relax and enjoy.
Small group: with a maximum of 11 guests, you’ll enjoy a personal, intimate experience, with time to ask questions and chat with your guide.
Engaging commentary: we share insights about the Hunter Valley’s history, winemaking and local culture as you travel between stops.
Please note that venues chosen for each tour can vary. We aim to show you the best day out in the Hunter Valley and will tweak our itinerary when necessary to provide this.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Hunter Valley wine tour from Newcastle?
Approximately 8 hours door to door. Pick-ups start between 8am and 9am and we return to Newcastle around 5pm. The drive each way is roughly an hour, leaving plenty of time at each cellar door.
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 $229 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 Newcastle 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.
Where do you pick up from in Newcastle?
We pick up at your Newcastle address (hotel, Airbnb or private residence) across Newcastle East, Newcastle West, Merewether and nearby suburbs. We also collect guests staying in the Hunter Valley wine country itself (Cessnock, Pokolbin, Lovedale, Nulkaba, Allandale). Tell us your address when booking and we’ll confirm.
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, 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
Newcastle, NSW -
Departure Time
Pick ups start between 8 AM - 9 AM. -
Return Time
Approximately 5 PM. -
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.
Please note that wineries are subject to availability and can be switched out for similar experiences.
What Our Guests Say
"We were lucky to have Keira all to ourselves for an all day tour of the Hunter Valley. It was great to have her pick us up right in front of the Rydges Newcastle so we didn't have to worry at all about overindulging on delicious wines! Keira was a great conversationalist, and very knowledgeable on all things wine and the NSW area. Her selection of wineries, spirit and cheese shops were spot on, and each one was thoroughly enjoyable."
DAVID M, TripAdvisor, October 2025
"This was a superb tour through the Hunter Valley guided by Keira, with visits to some amazing vineyards with a great history. The wine, the food and the weather were all fabulous! It was superb that this was organised from Newcastle. The shorter journey to the Hunter Valley meant we had time to see more!"
Grainne M, TripAdvisor, October 2025
"Great tour! This company was the only one offering Hunter Valley wine tours with pick ups from your doorstep in and around Newcastle. The service was friendly but professional, and the communication from Keira was great! A small group with personally selected wine producers. Good variety and generous supply of wines and other produce from both small scale and more commercial producers."
Sareena P, TripAdvisor, November 2024
History of the Hunter Valley
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.
