Hunter Valley Wine & Wilderness Day

Tour Details

Operator

Australian Eco Adventures

Destination

Hunter Valley

Departs From

Sydney, Kings Cross, Darling Harbour and The Rocks

Tour Description

This is the only tour to The Hunter Region that offers the real Aussie Outback, History, Aboriginal Culture and wine tastings in a full one day of complimenting experiences. Meet some of the locals, travel through beautiful National Parks, learn of the harsh settlers’ days and convict conditions as they worked here to establish the European Australia.

• Explore rural farmland and Australian natural bush, mountain ranges and grazing land as well as panoramic perspectives of the Hunter Valley from Mount View
• Morning tea at Calga Springs Sanctuary with un-caged native animals in a unique Australian Bush setting while having morning tea with fresh baked muffins.
• View several sections of the original 1820 convict built Old Great Northern Road and travel through the historic Wollombi village, established in the early 19th century and a wonderful example of the small colonial rural townships of this era.
• We pause to taste “Dr. Jurds Jungle Juice” and have a short look around the village.
• Sample up to 30 premium Hunter Wines at three boutique wineries, some of which are not available anywhere else in the world. Where possible, the winemaker will proudly present his product.
• Enjoy a tasting experience with an exotic selection of food types matched with four premium Hunter Valley wines.
• Hand made chocolate and cheese tasting included daily.
• Learn about the history of the Hunter region as your guide explains wine making and the industry in the Hunter, returning to your hotel in Sydney around 6:00pm