10 days3 Day Private Tour Newcastle Hunter Valley and Port Stephens
New3 daysSydneyPrivate tour
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
English
Overview
Discover the hidden gems just outside Sydney on this exclusive 3-day private tour. Begin with a hands-on oyster experience along the Hawkesbury River, then explore Newcastle’s vibrant food scene and street art. Day two takes you to the Hunter Valley, where you'll enjoy premium wine tastings and a delightful vineyard lunch. Finally, immerse yourself in the beauty of Port Stephens with a guided hike, dolphin cruise, and a beach picnic. With a personal guide and comfortable transport, this journey is tailored just for you.
- Private transfer from Sydney with an oyster experience on the Hawkesbury River
- Enjoy a 3-hour food and street art tour in Newcastle with five tastings
- Visit Hunter Valley for three wine tastings, a gourmet lunch, and optional fine dining
- Explore Port Stephens with a guided hike, dolphin cruise, and beach picnic lunch
Day by day itinerary
1Sydney to Newcastle - Hawkesbury Oyster Experience & Street Art Food Tour⌄
Pause on the banks of the Hawkesbury River at the Oyster Shed for a hands-on oyster experience. Enjoy a one-hour shucking class, a behind-the-scenes land tour of the working oyster farm and a visit to the oyster museum, rounded off with complimentary light refreshments. You'll leave with a take-home goodie bag: a fresh dozen oysters, an Oyster Shed tea towel and your own shucking knife.
After checking in to your hotel, join your local guide for a private 3-hour Newcastle Food & Street Art walking tour through the city's vibrant East End. Enjoy 5 curated food and beverage tastings at local venues while discovering the murals, street art and sculptures that colour the precinct. The easy 2.5 km walk concludes at beautiful Newcastle Beach.
Meals: Lunch: Fresh oysters & light refreshments at the Oyster Shed, plus 5 tastings on the Newcastle food & street art walk.
2Hunter Valley Wine Country - Private Boutique Wine Tour⌄
Enjoy a full-day private boutique wine tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off. Visit 3 hand-selected wineries, from international labels with ancient vines to charming family-run estates, for premium sit-down tastings including one paired tasting with cheese, chocolate or small bites. Also enjoy a glittering vodka, gin & liqueur tasting, with all tasting fees included. A lunchtime respite amid the vines features an a la carte lunch at The Farm - 4 Pines with a drink included.
Meals: Lunch: A la carte lunch at The Farm - 4 Pines amid the vines, with a choice of wine, beer or soft drink included.
3Port Stephens - Tomaree Walk, Dolphin Cruise & Craft Brewery⌄
Start your Port Stephens day with a guided walk in Tomaree National Park, taking in spectacular coastal views (an alternative flat walk is available). Your guide will share the stories of this stunning stretch of coastline.
Hop aboard a 1.5-hour cruise on a large boat in search of Port Stephens' resident bottlenose dolphins. Afterwards, enjoy a locally caught seafood lunch picnic and free time at a sparkling blue beach with calm waters (optional swim), before visiting BFarm, an artisanal craft brewery, for a beer and honey tasting.
Meals: Lunch: Locally caught seafood lunch picnic by the beach, plus a local beer & honey tasting at BFarm craft brewery.
What's included
- ✓Hunter Valley tasting fees: 3 winery tastings, spirits tasting, paired tasting
- ✓Hawkesbury River oyster experience: 1-hour shucking class, farm tour, museum & take-home goodie bag
- ✓Fully guided experience with a passionate local guide across all 3 days
- ✓Lunch
- ✓1.5-hour Port Stephens dolphin cruise
- ✓Private Newcastle Food & Street Art walking tour with 5 curated food & beverage tastings
- ✓Private transfer from Sydney and all touring in a private, air-conditioned 8-seat Mercedes-Benz Viano with your local guide
- ✓Beer & honey tasting at BFarm, an artisanal craft brewery in Port Stephens
Not included
- ✕Accommodation (land-only package; guests arrange their own hotel)
- ✕Breakfasts and dinners are at your own expense - your guide will happily recommend Newcastle's best restaurants and bars
Good to know
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
From
$4,196
