Itinerary
7:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Depart from Sydney to Hunter Valley
• Travel: Drive from Sydney to the Hunter Valley, taking approximately 2.5 hours.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Morning Tea at Hunter Valley Gardens Village
• Location: Hunter Valley Gardens Village
• Activity: Start the day with a light morning tea at one of the charming cafés in the Hunter Valley Gardens Village.
• Notes: Option to explore the boutique shops and take in the beautiful surroundings.
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Wine Tasting at a Local Winery
• Location: One of Hunter Valley's popular wineries, such as Tyrrell's Wines, Brokenwood Wines, or Audrey Wilkinson.
• Activity: Enjoy a guided wine tasting session. Learn about the wine-making process and taste some of the region’s best wines.
• Notes: If traveling with children or non-drinkers, some wineries offer non-alcoholic options and guided vineyard tours.
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch at a Vineyard Restaurant
• Location: A select vineyard restaurant such as Bistro Molines, Muse Kitchen, or Esca Bimbadgen.
• Activity: Indulge in a gourmet lunch featuring local produce and paired wines.
• Menu: Options to suit all tastes, including vegetarian and kid-friendly dishes.
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM: Visit Hunter Valley Chocolate Company or Hunter Distillery
• Location: Hunter Valley Chocolate Company or Hunter Distillery
• Activity: Depending on the group’s interests, visit the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company for chocolate and fudge tasting or the Hunter Distillery for a tasting of handcrafted spirits.
• Notes: Both options offer unique experiences and delicious treats for everyone.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Explore Hunter Valley Gardens
• Location: Hunter Valley Gardens
• Activity: Spend an hour exploring the themed gardens, perfect for families. Highlights include the Storybook Garden for kids, the Rose Garden, and the Oriental Garden.
• Notes: The gardens are extensive, so focus on the most interesting sections for your group.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM: Visit a Local Cheese Shop or Olive Grove
• Location: Stop at a local cheese shop like the Hunter Valley Cheese Factory or visit an olive grove such as Pukara Estate.
• Activity: Sample a variety of cheeses or olives and learn about the production process.
• Notes: Purchase some local delicacies to take home.
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Return Drive to Sydney
• Travel: Depart the Hunter Valley and drive back to Sydney, arriving around 7:30 PM.
