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Panoramic view of the clear blue waters and marina at Nelson Bay, Port Stephens

2-Day Private Luxury Tour: Hunter Valley & Port Stephens


The Ultimate Gourmet & Coastal Escape

Immerse yourself in the best of New South Wales on this unforgettable 2-day private tour. Perfect for those who love fine wine, stunning nature, and coastal adventure, this trip combines a full day of gourmet indulgence in the Hunter Valley with a day of aquatic fun in beautiful Port Stephens. With an overnight stay in a charming Hunter Valley hotel, you'll have plenty of time to relax and explore at a leisurely pace.

Flexible and Personalised Itinerary

This tour is fully customisable to match your interests. We can adapt the pace and activities for seniors, families with children, or those with specific tastes. Over two days, we cover approximately 600km, stopping at many breathtaking lookouts along the way.


DAY 1: Sydney to the Hunter Valley

  • Morning (8:00 AM): We pick you up from your Sydney hotel and travel north over the Harbour Bridge.
  • Wildlife Encounter: (Optional) Visit the Australian Reptile Park to meet koalas, kangaroos, and platypus. Includes a private koala photo session.
  • Gourmet Indulgence: Arrive in the Hunter Valley to visit a local chocolate factory and cheese maker.
  • Wine Tasting: Spend the afternoon visiting several acclaimed wineries, tasting the region's famous Semillon and Shiraz.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a relaxed meal at a lively and entertaining local pub (at own expense).
  • Overnight: Check into a beautiful historic hotel in the heart of the Hunter Valley (at own expense).

DAY 2: Port Stephens' Coastal Adventures

  • Morning: (Optional) Stroll through the magnificent Hunter Valley Gardens before we depart for the coast.
  • Scenic Views: Drive 1.5 hours to Port Stephens and take in the incredible 360-degree views from Gan Gan Lookout.
  • Dolphin & Whale Watching: Embark on a thrilling cruise to see the resident bottlenose dolphins or, in season (June-Oct), migrating Humpback Whales.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a quick lunch in Nelson Bay or a classic Aussie BBQ on the beach in summer.
  • Sand Dune Adventure: Experience the largest moving coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere with a 4WD tour and the exhilarating fun of sandboarding.
  • Evening: Begin the 2.5-hour scenic drive back to Sydney.

 Price for Luxury Tour: from $2500 AUD  INC. GST 10% AUS GOV TAX for 2 pax  + attraction tickets and hotel for the tour guide. Please use the form below for an instant quote.

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Port Stephens Activity Options & 2025 Prices
Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruises
Imagine Cruises sailing catamaran in Port Stephens Imagine Cruises is a 60ft sailing catamaran perfect for exploring the bay and offshore waters.

NOVEMBER TO MAY
1.5hr Dolphin Watch Cruise
ADULTS $40 | CHILDREN (2-16) $20

MAY TO NOVEMBER
3hr Whale & Dolphin Cruise
ADULTS $79 | CHILDREN (2-16) $35
Moonshadow-TQC cruise boat in Port Stephens Moonshadow-TQC is a large catamaran with multiple viewing decks and a boom net.

ALL YEAR ROUND
1.5hr Dolphin Watch Cruise
ADULTS $40 | CHILDREN (4-14) $20
Sand Dune Adventures
Quad biking on the Stockton Sand Dunes QUAD BIKE KING
Ride on the largest moving coastal sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. All gear and tuition provided.

1hr Tour: ADULTS from $110
Camel riding on Stockton Beach, Anna Bay OAKFIELD RANCH CAMEL RIDES
A spectacular experience on the 'ships of the desert'.

20min Ride: ADULTS $40 | CHILDREN $30
4WD tour and sandboarding on Stockton Sand Dunes PORT STEPHENS 4WD TOURS
Take a 4WD tour to the top of the dunes and surf down on a sandboard.

1-1.5hr Tour
ADULTS $40 | CHILDREN (4-16) $30

***Please note that activity prices are indicative for 2025 and subject to change by the operator without notice.***

Photos From Our Hunter Valley & Port Stephens Tour (click to enlarge)
Dolphins playing in the bow wave of a cruise boat in Port Stephens
Sandboarding down the massive Stockton Sand Dunes
Wine tasting at a boutique cellar door in the Hunter Valley
A Humpback whale breaching near the coast of Port Stephens
A tourist holding a koala at the Australian Reptile Park
A camel ride along the shoreline of Stockton Beach
A platter of local cheeses from the Hunter Valley
The stunning view over Nelson Bay from Gan Gan Lookout
Quad biking adventure on the vast sand dunes
Rows of grapevines at a picturesque Hunter Valley vineyard
Hand-feeding friendly kangaroos at a wildlife park
A beautiful sunset over the Hunter Valley vineyards
The 'Imagine' sailing catamaran on the waters of Port Stephens
Handmade chocolates from the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company
The historic main building of a vintage Hunter Valley hotel
A wild pelican waiting for fish in Nelson Bay