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A historic building with a clock tower, two buses parked in front, and a sign for 'Newly Tour Co.' 2
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By Newy Tour Co.
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$5,910 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

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

Activity location

  • Hawkesbury River
    • Point Rd
    • 2083, Mooney Mooney, New South Wales, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hawkesbury River
    • Point Rd
    • 2083, Mooney Mooney, New South Wales, Australia

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DepartureTime:09:00:00

  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$5,910.00 x 1 TravellerAU$5,910.00
Total
Price is AU$5,910.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hunter Valley tasting fees: 3 winery tastings, spirits tasting, paired tasting
  • Inclusions
    Hawkesbury River oyster experience: 1-hour shucking class, farm tour, museum & take-home goodie bag
  • Inclusions
    Fully guided experience with a passionate local guide across all 3 days
  • Inclusions
    1.5-hour Port Stephens dolphin cruise
  • Inclusions
    Private Newcastle Food & Street Art walking tour with 5 curated food & drink tastings
  • Inclusions
    Private transfer from Sydney and all touring in a private, air-conditioned 8-seat Mercedes-Benz Viano with your local guide
  • Inclusions
    Beer & honey tasting at BFarm, an artisanal craft brewery in Port Stephens
  • Exclusions
    Accommodation (land-only package; guests arrange their own hotel)
  • Exclusions
    Breakfasts and dinners are at your own expense - your guide will happily recommend Newcastle's best restaurants and bars

Know before you book

    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Sydney to Newcastle - Hawkesbury Oyster Experience & Street Art Food Tour

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Hawkesbury River

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Newcastle Beach

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
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 drink 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.

Day 2: Hunter Valley Wine Country - Private Boutique Wine Tour

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Hunter Valley

  • 8h
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.

Day 3: Port Stephens - Tomaree Walk, Dolphin Cruise & Craft Brewery

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Tomaree National Park

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Nelson Bay

  • 5h
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Hawkesbury River
    • Point Rd
    • 2083, Mooney Mooney, New South Wales, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hawkesbury River
    • Point Rd
    • 2083, Mooney Mooney, New South Wales, Australia

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