Hunter Valley Coach Day Trips
Hunter Valley Wine Tasting Bus & Coach Tours from Sydney
Hunter Valley: Located about two and a half (2.5) hours from Sydney city and is the most popular destination for wine tasting tours. With over two hundred (200) wineries there is a wine for all tastes including sparkling wine and some wineries with Ports, Liqueurs, Sherry, Bourbon, Cognac, Chilli Schnapps and other alcoholic beverages.
The standard day out for Hunter Valley tours is based on ten (10) hours and considering at least five (5) hours in travelling time then it leaves about five (5) hours to visit wineries and other attractions.
Some of the larger wineries have restaurants so you can combine a group tasting and lunch at one venue.
Hunter Valley FAQ's:
Q. Can we make our own winery list and your driver takes us there?
A. Yes, this is the preferred way as you get to visit the wineries of your choice.
Q. Are books required at wineries?
A. Yes, if your group has over five (5) persons then bookings are recommended.
Q. Do we have to pay for wine tasting?
A. Yes, the cost is between $4 to $5 per person.
Q. Can we consume our wine or alcohol purchases on the coach?
A. No, there is no alcohol consumption allowed at any time.
Q. Can we store our purchases on the coach?
A. Yes, all alcohol purchases must be stored in the below luggage compartments located under the coach.
Q. Do you do bucks / hens days to the Hunter Valley.
A. No.
Q. Do you do just transfers up to the Hunter Valley and return on a different day?
A. Yes, we do all coach and bus charter transfers.
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