Romantic Couple's Private Horse and Carriage Wine Tour
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This tour runs from 10.00am, finishes at 4.00pm and visits to 4-5 cellar door visits, lunch at an exquisite venue (Café Enzo) as well a chocolate tasting. Enjoy the sights of the valley from your private Cinderella carriage which has padded seats and drop-down see-through curtains ensuring your comfort during your tour. Sip on a glass of complementary wine and enjoy the clean country air as you are taken through local backroads and vineyards from one tasting experience to the next by your team of beautiful heavy horses.
Pickups / Transfers from local accommodation venues are available that are within 10km of 426 McDonalds Rd. Otherwise the meeting point is 426 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin (behind the Wine House).
A 2-person upgrade to Circa 1876 restaurant is available (Saturday and Sunday) 2-course menu $170.00, 3-course menu $220.00.
This is subject to availability.
Arrival time is 30 minutes prior to your scheduled activity.
Late arrivals may result in reduced ride time or forfeiture of your booking, as time is required for check-in.All participants must complete the online waiver before arrival. This can be accessed through your confirmation email via the Smart Waiver link under the participant’s name.
Any outstanding balance must be paid prior to activity, via cash or card.
Thank you for your Horse and Carriage Wine Tour booking.
To avoid cancellation charges please give at least 8 days notice of any changes or cancellations to your booking. Please see below for important information regarding your tour.
· If you are taking advantage of our transfer service you will receive a text message the DAY BEFORE your tour advising you of your pickup time.
· If you are meeting us at our Depo, please arrive at last 15 minutes before your tour start time. This tour departs from just behind the Wine House Hunter Valley at 426 McDonald’s road Pokolbin, follow the driveway past the Wine House building until you see the carriages, If the horses and carriage are not there on your arrival, please wait we won’t be far away.
We look forward to seeing you.
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The Team at Hunter Valley Horses
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Unfortunately, the second winery didn’t even know we were coming, and they had to quickly improvise something for us, which was quite disappointing.We also did a cheese tasting and a chocolate tasting, both were far below expectations and definitely not worth recommending. The lady driving the carriage didn’t share some information about the area and didn’t make us feel welcome. Overall, the idea of the tour was nice, but the execution really fell short.
The wine tasting was a great experience with Tasman and Ash and the cheese and chocolate tasting finished it off nicely.
My husband enjoyed his birthday gift immensely. Thanks to Liam, Jack and Banjo.
We were taken a back when we were seated for the cheese and chocolate tasting, it was from a shop using paddle pop sticks and 4 chocolates the size of M&M's in a patty paper, disappointing and cheap considering there are cheese and chocolate factories nearby and the price we paid was not cheap .
We had a good time but was left disappointed for the price we paid.
Tom was a real gentleman, very insightful and very patient with all of us.
We had a wonderful time with all the people on board and the wine tasting was wonderful.
But despite this, Banjo and Jack did steal the show.
We then cantered up the road to Lisa McGuigan Wines. What a fabulous Celler Door. Very unique decor we loved it. The wine was flowing by our fabulous guide and Lisa herself came to meet us, this was pretty special for everyone. Wine was very good. After some funny photos we finished our wine and cantered home. I highly recommended this tour. It was just long enough and gave us a good selection. Horses are well looked after.
- Maya G
Wine, cheese and chocolate tasting included with tour price.
Great selections avaialbe for many different taste preferences aswell.
This was recommended to us and I would highly recommend to others aswell.
The two wine tastings were delightful, and the pairing with cheese and chocolate added a luxurious touch to the entire tour. Every sip and bite was an absolute treat, making it a day to remember.
A huge thank you to Jade, our tour guide, who truly made the day exceptional. She was knowledgeable, professional, and ensured everyone felt comfortable and engaged throughout. Her passion for the area and for creating memorable experiences really shone through.
I’m already looking forward to my next experience with Hunter Valley Horses.
The tour involves a carriage ride to 2 wine tasting spots and a chocolate and cheese tasting. All were delightful. Highly recommend this tour for couples or a small groups.
The horses were adorable and very well behaved, our guides very friendly and informative , and the scenery was soooo beautiful!
All in all a brilliant day from start to finish!
Would definitely recommend this wine tasting tour with a difference. I guarantee, you won't be disappointed!
If you're planning on doing some activities, I'd recommend going to their website to book the tickets prior to the visit ????
We got to go too 2 wineries a cheese shop and a chocolate shop (tasting all included in the cost) as well as take a leisurely ride through the bush and through vineyards. We also got to ride on the road with cars which was unexpected but very very cool!
The horse were so lovely and I cannot over state how much fun we had!
It is worth the cost and I would do it again 100% when we come back and recommened it to all!
We did wine tasting at all three and also did a tour on the cheese factory at Mc Guigan. It’s a different tour to experience. Awesome for those who loved wines .
Thank you to Liam our carriage guide. Very patient young man . He definitely made our day ! Thanks once again. Look for Liam if you do like this experience when visiting Hunter Valley .
Would be great experience for people who haven't ridden a horse before or have had a fall off one and want some confidence back as these horses just walk extremely slow in a line like follow the leader. Is also a great way to take in the beauty of the Hunter Valley.
My only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that there's no option on trails for more than walking pace.
If you're going for the views and to relax on horseback, this is a great place for you.
If you are an experienced rider and looking to be able to enjoy the ride at more than a snail's pace this may not be the place for you.
Id like to see them offer private rides with more pace (even a trot).
I will go back again when i want to relax.
Would like to try this again
Thank you .
We couldn't have asked for a better afternoon, HVH delivered so much more than a tour.
The wineries, Pokolbin & McGuigan's gave us exceptional service, yes we joined!! followed up with the Cheese & Chocolate shops equalling the high standard.
Best Eva! So many than you's to Kelly, Rocky, Jack & HVH. Keep doing the wonderful thing you do, showing us visitors the best of the Hunter, it makes us plan our return visit, see you soon.
Lyn, Di & Deb
Great for all ages and would recommend to a friend.
Next time we have to try the horses running!
Scotty and dave were our horses


























