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The Hunter Valley & Beyond
The Hunter Valley has over seven million wine producing vines, no wonder you can find so many famous names at your local offlicence. Explore some of the many wineries through rolling hills, take a walking tour of a working vineyard, or how about Champagne at dawn on an unforgettable hot-air balloon ride, or sleep-in late at one of many boutique hotels. A nearby neighbour, Port Stephens, is a locally kept secret, protected by two arms of unspoilt bushland, the magnificent and uncrowded beaches offer the perfect vantage point for whale and dolphin watching. Combine these two regions for an unforgettable extension to Sydney.
At a Glance
· With more than 120 cellar doors and 7 subregions, The Hunter Valley is the most visited of Australia's wine regions, and the birthplace of the Australian wine industry. · Just two or two and a half hours drive north of Sydney, both The Hunter Valley and Port Stephens respectively are easily accessed by road. Alternatively, Newcastle Airport is just one hour's drive from the heart of the Hunter and just 25 minutes to Port Stephens. · As well as wineries to visit, there are cheese factories and olive oil tastings in The Hunter Valley. In Port Stephens, freshly caught seafood, and award-winning chefs continue the culinary theme.
Essential Hunter Valley & Port Stephens
1 Night from £287
Peppers Anchorage, Port Stephens 4+
Peppers Anchorage is located on the shores of beautiful Port Stephens. Most rooms have view of the sea or the retreat's own 90-berth marina. Indulge in the freshest local seafood and Hunter Valley wines in Merretts Restaurant, take a relaxing stroll along the adjoining beach, have a massage, go sailing or fishing, join a dolphin or whale watch cruise, or simply relax with a drink and enjoy the view from your private balcony. Facilities restaurant · bar · lounge · business centre/Internet · gym · heated outdoor pool · billiards · spa & sauna · laundry · kids' club Rooms 80 guestrooms & suites · mini-bar · satellite TV · CD palyer · air-con · tea & coffee · 24hr room service · balcony Offers Free daily breakfast for 2 when staying a minimum of 2
nights in an Anchorage room - 03Jan-21Dec08 & 11Jan-31Mar09
Departures: Mon, Wed & Fri. Day 1: Sydney - Hunter Valley Depart this morning to the Hunter Valley, Australia's premium wine region. Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge, see Ku-Ring-Gai National Park and spectacular Hawkesbury River. Enjoy great scenery and native wildlife along the way; you will pass through an Aussie farm, visit a backcountry pub and stop at three wineries for wine tasting, including Brokenwood, a famous Australian wine company and San Martino, a family run winery. You will also enjoy a delicious lunch in the heart of the vineyards. Tonight, relax and unwind at your chosen hotel. (L) Standard: Hunter Resort Superior: Peppers Guest House, Hunter Valley Day 2: Hunter Valley - Port Stephens - Sydney Join your 4WD tour to the amazing `Desert by the Sea' sand dunes. After stopping for lunch at Port Stephens you
join the dolphin watch cruise, where the crew are experts in bringing these playful creatures into view. Later you return to Sydney via the scenic coast. (L)
Luggage is restricted to overnight bag. Any excess luggage should be stored at your Sydney hotel unless prior arrangements are made.
Prices Include
· 1 night at your chosen hotel in the Hunter Valley · All touring, meals and sightseeing as shown (L = Lunch) · Return transfers as shown
Tour Prices
Prices per person, in £'s from
Hunter Resort 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 Twin Single 287 372 327 426 Peppers Guest House 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 Twin Single 346 489 372 516
Prices per person per night, room only, in £'s from Anchorage Twin Single Loft Suite
01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09 66 67 132 134 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-31Mar09
Twin Single 97 194 99 198
Supplements & minimum stays may apply over Xmas, New Year & special events.
Minimum 3 night stay applies 22Dec-01Jan.
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