About this place
Australia's oldest wine region, about 2 hours north of Sydney. Hunter Valley is famous for Semillon and Shiraz, but there's so much more — gourmet restaurants, sake tastings, hot air balloons at sunrise, and boutique breweries. A popular weekend escape that's at its best during vintage (March–April).
Highlights
Wine tasting at boutique wineries
Hot air balloon sunrise
Sake & brewery tastings
Gourmet dining
Best time to visit
Mar–Apr (vintage) or May–Jun for cooler escapes
Getting there
Drive (2hrs) or book a guided wine tour from Sydney. Train to Singleton then bus.
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