Gourmet Getaway Tours

Sydney New South Wales, Australia · 813 reviews · 5★ · Food Tours

Gourmet Getaway Tours — Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day in Sydney New South Wales
5★ rating · 813 reviews · $184.15–$197.94 per person · 11.5 hours avg

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Rating5★3.5★4.9★4.7★4.8★
Reviews8132,3201,1281,012987
Price$191$102$156$186
Duration11.5 hours5.9 hours11 hours9.1 hours
Pacing"perfect"
Best forSoloCouplesSoloCouples
Guide styleStorytellerStorytellerStorytellerStoryteller
ValueOverpriced
Rating consistencyVery consistentVariesVery consistentVery consistent

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About

Gourmet Getaway Tours is a small tour company owned and operated by Jimmy Henry – a true Sydney local, chef of 20 years and tour guide of 12 years. Jimmy has taken a unique approach to his two tours by combining his chef and guiding experience to create the ultimate foodie day tours.

Tours by Gourmet Getaway Tours

Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney$184.15 · 11h · 5★ · 417 reviews

This full-day Hunter Valley food and wine tour, led by a professional chef, is perfect for Sydney visitors wanting to get a true taste of the region’s world-renowned food scene. Discover what’s new in culinary culture while leaving the logistics to the professionals. See the Sydney Fish Market, t...

Highlights

  • See the Sydney Fish Markets and visit Hunter Valley boutique wineries; Try Aussie delicacies like barramundi, kangaroo, and locally made treats; Includes breakfast, lunch, wine tastings, and other chef-prepared foods; Hassle-free round-trip transportation from select Sydney hotels

Cancellation: Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). · Languages: English

Chef-Led Hunter Valley Gourmet Food and Wine Day Tour from Sydney$197.94 · 660-720 minutes · 4.98★ · 747 reviews

This is not your average Hunter Valley wine tour. From the moment you leave Sydney, you’re hosted by a qualified chef who is also your driver and guide, creating a seamless food-and-wine experience from start to finish.\n\nThe day begins with a stop at the brand new Sydney Fish Market, the third-...

Itinerary

  1. Pickup from a choice of 7 locations around the city.\nYour guide/driver/chef will give a little commentary along the way pointing out various landmarks and places to visit as we make our way to The Sydney Fish Market. (Don't stress you can grab a fantastic coffee there) Drinking water is also supplied on board the customised kitchen bus. (30)
  2. Visit the brand-new $836 million Sydney Fish Market for a cook’s tour and learn all about the famous seafood auction at the world’s third-largest fish market. Jimmy—your guide, driver, chef, and mate—will point out local specialties and share expert tips on how to select, prepare, and cook them. He’ll also pick up the freshest seafood for The Long Lunch. (45)
  3. We break up the two-hour drive with a stop at the picturesque Hawkesbury River, home to the renowned Sydney Rock, Pacific, and Akoya oysters, as well as the legendary Hawkesbury River prawn.\n\nJimmy will cook up a hearty breakfast to put a proper lining on your stomach in preparation for the wine adventures that follow. (180)
  4. Keep an eye out for wildlife—especially Eastern Grey Kangaroos—as we enter wine country. Jimmy will share insights into the climate, what’s being grown, and what’s happening in the vineyards that surround us. It’s truly stunning.\n\nWe’ll visit 3 boutique wineries, sampling exceptional wines. As we move from the 2nd to 3rd winery, Jimmy will open his mobile kitchen and prepare dishes to pair with each wine during our long lunch.\n\nThe menu highlights uniquely Aussie ingredients, with dishes like barramundi paired with Semillon, and kangaroo with shiraz. Finish with a decadent dessert and sweet dessert wine to wrap up the experience.\n\nContinue to a handpicked winery with panoramic views of the Great Dividing Range. Enjoy local wines and expertly paired dishes prepared by your guide/chef.\n\nThe Hunter Valley is renowned for regional produce like olive oils, chutneys, olives, and chili sauces. If time permits, we’ll stop at a local produce store to sample these delicious treats. (300)
  5. Once back in the city, your driver, guide, and new mate will take you over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. Along the way, they’ll point out great spots for a meal, as well as must-see landmarks and attractions around this stunning harbourside city.\n\nWe’ll drop you off at the same locations as the pickups, except for The Sydney Fish Market. (120)

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. · Languages: [object Object] · Group size: up to 15

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