About this tour
A full-day wine tour of the Southern Highlands region departing from Sydney, with 4–5 stops across wineries, breweries, and distilleries. You'll taste wines from large commercial producers and small family operations, enjoy a shared tasting platter, and take in the region's rolling green hills and seasonal character. The tour is customisable — swap wineries for whisky distilleries or gin bars depending on your interests — and suits anyone wanting a relaxed day of regional flavours without the drive.
Highlights
- Four to five tastings across wineries, breweries, distilleries and country pubs
- Shared tasting platter and glass of local wine on arrival included
- Rolling hills, seasonal gardens and vineyard views throughout the day
- Customisable stops: swap wineries for whisky, gin or vodka distilleries
- Just 1.5 hours from Sydney; guide handles all driving
- Autumn vineyards turn orange and red; spring tulip festival nearby
- Winter fireside wine tasting; summer beer gardens available
What to expect
Your guide picks you up from Sydney and drives you 1.5 hours to the Southern Highlands. On arrival, you'll receive a welcome glass of local wine and a shared tasting platter. Over the next 6–7 hours, you'll visit 4–5 venues — a mix you'll tailor together, whether that's cellar doors, small vineyards, breweries, or distilleries. Each stop includes tastings; your guide will navigate the group through flavour profiles and regional character. Mid-day, you'll stop for lunch at a country pub, winery restaurant, or wood-fired pizza spot (you'll pay separately). The tour wraps with a final tasting or visit before returning to Sydney in late afternoon.
What travellers say
- Flexible itinerary — mix wineries, breweries and distilleries to suit taste
- Inclusions cover welcome wine, tastings and shared platter; guide drives
- Seasonal appeal: fireside tastings in winter, gardens in spring, autumn colours
- Customisable for small groups and specific spirits interests
- Lunch not included; you'll pay extra at mid-tour venue
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers or those with cardiovascular concerns
- Nine hours of travel and multiple stops may feel brisk for some
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Good to know
This suits wine and spirits enthusiasts who want a guided regional tasting day without driving themselves, and works year-round — each season offers different appeal (winter fireplaces, spring gardens, autumn vineyard colours). It's not suitable for pregnant travellers or anyone with poor cardiovascular health. While the itinerary is customisable, the pacing involves 4–5 stops in one day, so expect to be on your feet regularly. Lunch is not included and you'll pay separately at your chosen venue. Service animals are welcome. The Southern Highlands is accessible by public transport if you prefer not to book the Sydney pick-up option.
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