Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 782 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney worth booking?
Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney is a 11-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $257 per person. It scores 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Peak Performance”, based on a 5/5 rating across 782 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 95 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (782)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $257 per person
This is not your average Hunter Valley wine tour. From the moment you leave Sydney, you’re hosted by a qualified chef who is also your driver and guide, creating a seamless food-and-wine experience from start to finish.
What you get
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
This is not your average Hunter Valley wine tour. From the moment you leave Sydney, you’re hosted by a qualified chef who is also your driver and guide, creating a seamless food-and-wine experience from start to finish. The day begins with a stop at the brand new Sydney Fish Market, the third-largest fish market in the world, where fresh local seafood is selected before heading north. To break up the scenic two-hour drive, enjoy breakfast by the Hawkesbury River before arriving in wine country. In the Hunter Valley, visit three hand-picked boutique wineries. From his mobile kitchen your chef prepares modern Australian dishes on site, carefully paired with the wines you’re tasting—transforming each visit into a true culinary experience. Along the way, there’s a strong chance of spotting native wildlife, including kangaroos and birdlife among the vineyards. A relaxed, immersive day blending great food, boutique wines, and chef-led hospitality.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Selected hotel pickup and drop-off
- Beverages
- Food tasting
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Sydney
Pickup from a choice of 7 locations around the city. Your guide/driver/chef will give a little commentary along the way pointing out various landmarks and places to visit as we make our way to The Sydney Fish Market. (Don't stress you can grab a fantastic coffee there) Drinking water is also supplied on board the customised kitchen bus.
30 minutes here
Sydney Fish Market
Visit the brand-new $836 million Sydney Fish Market for a cook’s tour and learn all about the famous seafood auction at the world’s third-largest fish market. Jimmy—your guide, driver, chef, and mate—will point out local specialties and share expert tips on how to select, prepare, and cook them. He’ll also pick up the freshest seafood for The Long Lunch.
45 minutes here
Hawkesbury River
We break up the two-hour drive with a stop at the picturesque Hawkesbury River, home to the renowned Sydney Rock, Pacific, and Akoya oysters, as well as the legendary Hawkesbury River prawn. Jimmy will cook up a hearty breakfast to put a proper lining on your stomach in preparation for the wine adventures that follow.
180 minutes here
Hunter Valley
Keep an eye out for wildlife—especially Eastern Grey Kangaroos—as we enter wine country. Jimmy will share insights into the climate, what’s being grown, and what’s happening in the vineyards that surround us. It’s truly stunning. We’ll visit 3 boutique wineries, sampling exceptional wines. As we move from the 2nd to 3rd winery, Jimmy will open his mobile kitchen and prepare dishes to pair with each wine during our long lunch. The menu highlights uniquely Aussie ingredients, with dishes like barramundi paired with Semillon, and kangaroo with shiraz. Finish with a decadent dessert and sweet dessert wine to wrap up the experience. Continue to a handpicked winery with panoramic views of the Great Dividing Range. Enjoy local wines and expertly paired dishes prepared by your guide/chef. The Hunter Valley is renowned for regional produce like olive oils, chutneys, olives, and chili sauces. If time permits, we’ll stop at a local produce store to sample these delicious treats.
300 minutes here
Sydney
Once back in the city, your driver, guide, and new mate will take you over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Along the way, they’ll point out great spots for a meal, as well as must-see landmarks and attractions around this stunning harbourside city. We’ll drop you off at the same locations as the pickups, except for The Sydney Fish Market.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney
Meeting point
Sydney
Please note pickup is at back entrance on Harrington Street .
Meeting point
Sydney
Pickup on Phillip Street
Meeting point
Sydney
Pickup on Elisabeth Street.
Meeting point
Sydney
Meeting point
Sydney
Meeting point
Sydney
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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Please note pickup is at back entrance on Harrington Street .
Ends at
Pickup on Phillip Street
Ends at
Pickup on Elisabeth Street.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gourmet Getaway Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Maximum number per booking is 16 people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking as most food is prepared prior
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 782 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
782 verified traveler reviews for Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Gourmet Experience in Hunter Valley
I really cannot say enough about how amazing this tour was. We started with a pick up at The Four Seasons Jimmy the tour operator took us to the fish market first to pick up the seafood needed for our sushi roll making later in the day. The fish market is a beautiful building and it was a very cool experience. We were able to grab a coffee before we hit the road. Our first stop was a nice park overlooking the water about an hour outside of Sydney. Jimmy cooked us breakfast, which included croissants, breakfast quesadillas, of a variety of fruit, fresh juice, and an amazing banana bread. Then we headed to the Hunter Valley, where we visited three very different wineries. At each wine are we were the only patrons and had the full attention. We had at least six tastings at each winery paired with a multicourse meal that Jimmy presented to us with each wine pairing. The value was amazing and we left stuffed! Jimmy was very kind and is truly a gourmet chef! He accomadated my nut allergy very carefully as well as accommodating someone who is a vegetarian as well as another guest, who did not consume pork. If you are considering booking this tour, don’t hesitate!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Amazing day with Jimmy! Our 2nd time doing this tour. Great wine, amazing food, and insightful conversation. Don’t hesitate to book this!!
via Tripadvisor
Magical food & wine day
Excellent tour! Jimmy is fabulous! What an amazing day we had with JImmy cooking for us and visiting wineries and seeing kangaroos in the wild. Magical!
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic day in the...
Fantastic day in the Hunter Valley with good wine and food. Jimmy was full of local knowledge and entertaining
via Viator
Amazing day led by a great guy
We had a wonderful time on this day long tour. Starting out at the Sydney Fish Market, we got some solid information and a great sneak peak early in the day, before the crowds set in. Then we got back in the comfy van and completed part of the journey after which we had a stop with picturesque views to take in while Jimmy prepared a top notch breakfast. There was then a bit more of a drive into the Hunter Valley to begin the wine-tasting part of our day. We visited three wineries in all over the course of the day, each of which was a bit different, offering a nice variety of experiences. All three of the wineries offered lovely wines, delivered in generous pours. Jimmy prepared delicious food to truly elevate this experience tremendously. The food, wine and scenery were all amazing. But, the absolute star of the show is Jimmy. He gave credit to his Mum for suggesting he combine his talents as a chef and a tour guide. So happy he took her advice! Those talents are impressive and we benefitted from them. But it was his ability to engage with us and all of his guests in such a thoughtful and humorous way that absolutely made this feel like a day spent with friends enjoying all that was around us. Truly, this was one of the best vacation days we have ever experienced. We wholeheartedly recommend this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $257 to $297
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 274
- Verdict
- Peak Performance
Why this scores 95
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Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney cost?
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Prices start at $257 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 95 out of 100, which we label "Peak Performance". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 782 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 11-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney?
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Around 274 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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