Newcastle: Hunter Valley River & Farm Tour with BBQ
Escape the city and explore Australia’s countryside on our immersive day tour from Newcastle.
Discover the charm of historic towns like Morpeth and Dungog, where your expert guide shares fascinating stories of early Australian life. Taste local honey and fudge in Morpeth, birthplace of Arnotts Biscuits, then enjoy a refreshing craft beer in Dungog.
Cool off with a swim in the serene Allyn River, a peaceful bush escape. Visit a third-generation cattle farm for an educational behind-the-scenes tour and insights into sustainable farming. Enjoy a classic Aussie BBQ lunch featuring fresh, local produce (dietary options available).
Travel in comfort with round-trip transport from your Newcastle accommodation. With a relaxed pace and plenty of learning, this small-group tour blends history, nature, and local life. Our knowledgeable guides make every moment meaningful.
For a true taste of regional Australia, this unforgettable countryside experience awaits!
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Country towns: River & farm tour. Departing Newcastle.
Pickup included
What's included in Newcastle: Hunter Valley River & Farm Tour with BBQ
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Morpeth
Morpeth is our first stop after departing Newcastle, founded as a quaint township in 1821. We will pause here for a rest break to explore its charming streets lined with boutiques selling fashion, home decor, jewelry, artisanal foods, and local art. Browse for rare finds and local treasures at Morpeth Antique Centre inside the historic Campbell's Store, or admire the latest works at Morpeth Gallery. As the birthplace of Arnott's biscuits, Morpeth is home to the original 1850s bakehouse owned by the Arnott family. Enjoy a coffee, stroll the historic main street, admire the riverside garden, or shop at the boutiques and vintage stores before we continue on our journey.
Now it’s time to see what an Aussie farm is all about. We will take a tour of a family run Farm! This sustainably operated farm gets you a behind the scenes looking into Australian farming. After a guided tour of the farm with a certified farmer, where you'll get up close with cattle and take in the scenic NSW countryside, enjoy a classic Australian lunch - a sausage sizzle featuring the farm's highest quality, farm-to-table beef. You will also get the opportunity to swim in the farms river which is part of the famous Allyn River.
On our journey back to Newcastle, we will make a stop in the charming historic town of Dungog to visit Tinshed Brewery, a locally owned craft brewery where all the beers are brewed onsite using Australian and European ingredients. Nestled in dairy and timber country and surrounded by rolling hills and the Williams River, this small country town of just over 2,000 residents features the James Theatre, Australia's oldest operating cinema housed in a beautiful Spanish-style building.
Inclusions
- A fresh Aussie BBQ.
- Cattle Farm Tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- We will buy you a craft beer of your choosing at Tinshed Brewery.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour goes from Newcastle to the Countryside. The driving time to the Allyn from Newcastle is approximately 2 hours each way, depending on which suburb people are getting picked up from, this time will increase. Total tour duration includes travel time.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick you up and drop you back to your specified Newcastle address - hotel, airbnb, private residence. Pick up areas accepted are: Newcastle East/ West, Merewether, Cooks Hill, The Hill, Bar Beach, Adamstown, Hamilton, Kotara, Charlestown, Highfields, Lambton, New Lambton, Mayfield, Sandgate, Waratah, Jesmond, Cameron Park and Wallsend. For other Newcastle locations please contact us prior to booking. Travel time from Newcastle to the countryside is roughly two hours each way.
