Hunter Valley Tour by Private Luxury Mercedes

Leave the main roads behind and take the road less travelled to historic Wollombi, a small village in the heart of the Wollombi Valley. It sits on the convict built Great North Road, which reached the village in the 1830s, and for years it was the busiest settlement in the district, with its own court house, hotels, bank and post office. Today the heritage buildings are still standing, and you can wander the village at your own pace. There is no group to keep up with and no rush to get back on the bus. Your private driver will drop you in the centre of town so you can look around, take photos and soak up the atmosphere of a place most visitors never see. While you are there, stop for a taste of Dr Jurds Jungle Juice, a local favourite you will not find on the usual tour route.(30 min)

Australia's oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley is renowned for world-class Semillon and Shiraz. Located 2 hours north of Sydney, this private tour explores boutique wineries, craft distilleries, and gourmet produce in the heart of wine country. Visit hand-picked venues including Allandale Winery, McGuigan Wines at Roche Estate, and Pokolbin Distillery for an intimate, owner-operated experience away from the crowds.(1 hr)

Your next stop is Allandale, included in your tour for a boutique family-owned winery specializing in classic Hunter Valley Semillon and Shiraz. Unlike the crowded commercial cellar doors on the tour bus circuit, Allandale offers an intimate tasting experience where you can take your time, ask questions, and discover what makes Hunter wines truly distinctive. Tasting Included(1 hr)

Break for lunch at Harrigan's Irish Pub (own expense), a Hunter Valley institution offering great food, cold drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere. Lunch is at your own expense, giving you complete freedom to choose what you feel like — from light bites to a full pub lunch with local wine. Lunch not included.(1 hr)

Option to stop at Brokenwood Wines (own expense), Today it is one of the Hunter Valley's most respected names, known for its Semillon and Shiraz. Your private driver takes you to the cellar door, where you can taste at your own pace in the modern tasting area, or stop for a drink or a bite at the on-site wine bar and restaurant. There is no group to keep up with and no rush to move on. Tastings not included.(1 hr)

Optional stop to continue to McGuigan Wines (own expense) at the striking Roche Estate complex, one of the Hunter's most iconic family winemakers with over 100 years of history. Taste from their award-winning range including the renowned Black Label series, all in a modern cellar door that showcases the best of Australian winemaking tradition. Tasting not included.(1 hr)

Pokolbin is the heart of Hunter Valley wine country, and one of the best known wine regions in Australia. Rolling vineyards, cellar doors and country views surround you as your private driver takes you through the region. Stop at your own pace, enjoy the scenery and visit a local cellar door, with no group to keep up with and no rush to move on.(1 hr)