Afternoon Wine Tour & Dinner in Lovedale’s Hunter Valley — three cellar doors and a two-course finish at Goldfish Bar

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Afternoon Wine Tour & Dinner in Lovedale’s Hunter Valley — three cellar doors and a two-course finish at Goldfish Bar

An afternoon tour that includes hotel pickups, tastings at three wineries with the option to substitute breweries or distilleries, and a two-course set dinner at Goldfish Bar & Restaurant.

Afternoon Wine Tour & Dinner in Lovedale’s Hunter Valley — three cellar doors and a two-course finish at Goldfish Bar.

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Location
Lovedale
Operator
Hunter Valley Small Group Tours
Category
Wine
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set in Lovedale in the heart of Hunter Valley, this six-hour afternoon escape collects you from your hotel, delivers tastings at three wineries, and ends with a relaxed two-course dinner at Goldfish Bar & Restaurant — all with return transfers included for nearby hotels.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE TASTINGS

Three cellar-door visits in one afternoon

The itinerary visits three wineries for wine tastings; operators can substitute breweries or distilleries if you request this in writing prior to the tour.

THE MEAL

Two-course set dinner at Goldfish Bar & Restaurant

After the tastings you are taken to Goldfish Bar & Restaurant for a two-course set menu with time to relax over drinks before return transfers.

THE LOGISTICS

Door-to-door hotel transfers within the Hunter Valley

Hotel pickups and returns are included for properties within 20 km of Central Pokolbin (Hunter Valley Gardens), making the afternoon seamless from door to dinner.

What the day feels like

How the afternoon unfolds

You check in at your hotel for a 2:30 pm pickup, then visit three wineries in the Hunter Valley for tastings before being taken to Goldfish Bar & Restaurant for a two-course set dinner. The tour runs for about six hours with pick up back to your hotel around 8:00 pm.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this afternoon suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Food & wine loversIdeal for travelers who want curated tastings and a two-course dinner without worrying about transport; wine tasting fees and the set dinner are included in the price.
2
Groups and couples seeking convenienceSuited to small groups or couples wanting door-to-door service in Lovedale and nearby Pokolbin thanks to included hotel pickups and returns.
3
Those wanting alternative tastingsIf you prefer beer or spirits, the operator can substitute breweries or distilleries for wineries with prior written request.
4
Guests outside the pickup zoneNot ideal for travelers whose accommodation lies beyond 20 km of Central Pokolbin unless separate pickup arrangements are made.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The experience runs about six hours, with a typical hotel pickup at 2:30 pm and return pickup from the restaurant around 8:00 pm.

What’s included

Price includes wine tasting fees at the visited venues and a two-course set dinner at Goldfish Bar & Restaurant; hotel pickups are included within 20 km of Central Pokolbin.

Booking notes

If you want to book your own restaurant, notify the operator at the time of booking so the price can be adjusted.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour duration is six hours.

What time is pickup and return?

Pickup from your hotel is at approximately 2:30 pm and return pickup from the restaurant is around 8:00 pm.

How many wineries are visited?

The itinerary includes visits to three wineries.

Can I substitute breweries or distilleries for wineries?

Yes — the operator can substitute breweries or distilleries for the winery visits if you make that request in writing prior to the tour.

Are transfers included?

Hotel pickups and return transfers are included for hotels located within 20 km of Central Pokolbin (Hunter Valley Gardens).

Is dinner included?

Yes — a two-course set dinner at Goldfish Bar & Restaurant is included in the price.

Can I choose a different restaurant?

If you want to book your own restaurant, inform the operator when booking so the price can be adjusted accordingly.