Sydney to Hunter Valley Wine Tour | Gin, Lunch, Chocolatier Visit

At 8:00 AM your journey begins as your driver/guide collects you from your designated pickup address in Sydney CBD in a luxury, air conditioned mini van. Enjoy the scenery as we head up the coast towards the beautiful Hunter Valley. The drive is approximately 2 1/2 hours.

*We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Sydney or Hunter Valley address - hotel, Airbnb, private residence. Choose from our list of hotels or specify your address at the time of booking.

By 11:00 AM you'll arrive at your first destination—Krinklewood Estate. A hidden gem surrounded by Provençal-style gardens where peacocks roam freely. Here, you’ll indulge in an elegant wine tasting, perfectly paired with a locally sourced cheese and charcuterie board if you wish.
Sip slowly as you'll be here for 1 1/2 hours. The perfect amount of time to enjoy the wine at an unhurried pace, take in the stunning atmosphere, and grab some Instagram-worthy photos in the grounds.
Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.

At 12:00, we head to 1813, an elegant boutique cellar door set among the vines of Tinonee Vineyard Estate. Relax and enjoy a wine tasting experience in their air-conditioned cellar door during the warmer months and fireside on the adjoining terrace during the cooler months, whilst admiring the picturesque scenery and spectacular sandstone formation known as Yellow Rock.

Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.

By 1:30 PM it’s time for a long, indulgent lunch.
Café CouCou offers a charming French-brasserie dining experience within the leafy grounds of Keith Tulloch Wines. The space has a warm, polished elegance—think soft light, quality produce and a touch of European ease. Here, guests are treated to a breads course and their choice of gourmet main, paired with a glass of wine or their preferred beverage. Lunch is $40 per person, payable directly on the day.

After Lunch we step into the polished calm of Keith Tulloch Wine—an architecturally striking, light-filled space framed by mountain views and sculpted lawns. This is a place where every detail feels intentional, from the clean lines of the tasting room to the quiet hum of a family estate that takes its craft seriously. Settle in for a guided tasting of their beautifully made wines, and, if you’d like to elevate the experience, you can opt to sample a selection of boutique gins crafted in partnership with local distillers. Before we depart, take a moment to browse the on-site artisan chocolatier, where handcrafted pieces offer the perfect finish to this elegant stop.

Please note that cellar door visits may occasionally change on the day due to private events or venue availability. Rest assured, we work closely with a curated network of exceptional wineries and will always select outstanding alternatives to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience.

You'll depart the Hunter Valley at approximately 4pm and will return to Sydney CBD at around 6pm