POTTS POINT WINE FIELD GUIDE
A private, full‑day road into Hunter Valley’s cellar doors — wine, cheese, chocolate and a local distillery from Sydney
A customizable, luxury private day tour from Sydney CBD that visits boutique Hunter Valley wineries, a chocolate factory, artisan cheesemaker and an organic distillery — this guide explains what to expect on the 10‑hour itinerary.
A private, full‑day road into Hunter Valley’s cellar doors — wine, cheese, chocolate and a local distillery from Sydney.
Embark on a luxurious private day trip from Sydney to the Hunter Valley to taste regional specialties — from Semillon and other award‑winning wines to handmade chocolates, artisan cheeses and organic spirits — with an expert guide and the flexibility to customise stops.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A curated sweep through Hunter Valley’s best cellar doors
This private day tour focuses on boutique wineries in Hunter Valley with opportunities to taste acclaimed regional varieties — some cellar doors visited are award‑winning, and selected wineries named for the itinerary include Kelman, Tintilla Estate, Tinklers and Gartelmann.
Cheese, chocolate and distilled spirits
Alongside wine tastings, the tour stops at the Hunter Valley Chocolate factory, Hunter Cheese Co. for artisan cheese tastings, and a local distillery offering organic gin, rum and vodka to round out the region’s gastronomic profile.
Luxury, private and customizable
Operated as a private luxury tasting day trip from Sydney, the experience includes an expert guide, a luxury people mover and on‑board amenities, with the itinerary fully customisable on request.
What the day feels like
How the day feels
From an early departure north of Sydney to an afternoon return, the day unfolds as a relaxed, private circuit: a photographic pause at the Hawkesbury River, multiple cellar‑door tastings led by winemakers, stops for handmade chocolate and artisan cheese, and a final tasting at a distillery — all with a guide and private vehicle to ferry the group.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private wine tour suits — and the key limits to know.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The full‑day private tour runs about 10 hours, with an early morning departure north from Sydney and an afternoon return to Sydney CBD (typical timings include a 7:30 am start and leaving Hunter Valley around 3:00 pm to arrive back around 5:30 pm).
Bring a weatherproof jacket, comfortable footwear and a camera; bottled water is provided on board.
Included are an expert guide, a luxury people mover with USB charging and bottled water; excluded are lunch, hotel pick‑up/drop‑off (pick up and drop off from Sydney CBD are provided) and any activity or tasting fees beyond what the operator covers.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The private Hunter Valley tour is approximately 10 hours in total.
Where does the tour pick up and drop off?
Pick up and drop off are provided from Sydney CBD; hotel pick‑up and drop‑off is not included unless otherwise arranged.
Are tasting fees included?
Tasting fees vary by cellar door; winery tastings typically range from $0 to $25 per adult and distillery tastings are commonly around $5 per adult.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes, the Hunter Valley itinerary is fully customisable—additional stops such as Hunter Valley Gardens or inside winery tours can be arranged for an extra cost if advised in advance.
Am I allowed to drink on the tour?
As per the NSW Liquor Act 2007, you must be over 18 to consume alcohol on the tour.
What is included on board the vehicle?
The tour includes an expert guide, a luxury people mover with USB charging and bottled water on board.