Private Hunter Valley Wine Tours from Palm Beach – by Ferry

A: Your day begins with a scenic ferry ride from Palm Beach to Ettalong Wharf on the Central Coast. From there, your private guide collects you and drives you to the Hunter Valley. This route reduces overall travel time and adds a relaxed, coastal start to the day.

A: Travelling by ferry allows us to cut out close to an hour of road travel. Driving directly from Palm Beach to the Hunter Valley can take up to 2.5 hours, whereas departing from Ettalong reduces the drive to around 90 minutes. It also adds a beautiful boating experience that no other tour offers.

A: Yes. This is the first and only wine tour that connects Palm Beach and Sydney’s Northern Beaches to the Hunter Valley via a ferry route. It’s a unique experience created specifically for guests who live or stay in the Northern Beaches.

A: Yes. This is a private tour exclusively for your group. There are no shared vehicles or combined itineraries — the day is tailored to your pace and preferences.

A: Private tours are suitable for groups of 2 to 11 guests. They’re ideal for couples, families, small groups of friends, or special occasions.

A: Private tours require a minimum of 2 guests. If you're travelling solo, we recommend joining one of our small group luxury tours instead.

A: We specialise in boutique, family-run cellar doors in the Hunter Valley. Your itinerary is thoughtfully curated, and we’re happy to tailor winery selections based on your wine preferences.

Thomas Allen is a members-only cellar door, and its wines are only sold on site. Coast to Cork is the only tour company able to bring guests there without prior approval, thanks to relationships Daniel has built over twenty years in the valley.

A: Lunch is not included in the tour price. We include a long lunch stop and secure a booking at a quality Hunter Valley venue, and guests pay for lunch on the day. This gives you the freedom to order what suits you.

A: Absolutely. Private tours are designed to be flexible. If you have favourite wineries, a preferred lunch style, or a special occasion to plan around, we’ll tailor the day to suit your group.

A: Private tours from Palm Beach generally operate on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Availability can vary, so we recommend booking ahead.

A: Yes — many guests book this experience for birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, or milestone celebrations. Let us know if you’re celebrating something special and we’ll help make the day memorable.

A: Yes. Children and teenagers are welcome, and we'll fit up to two child seats before pick-up at no extra cost. There's room in the vehicle for a pram, though some venues have steps or limited access, so let us know and we'll plan around it.

A: Yes, up to two dogs per booking. Dogs need to be harnessed in the vehicle and on a leash throughout the day, and we'll plan the itinerary around dog-friendly venues. Please let us know when booking.

A: Private tours run Thursday to Monday. We take just one private group per guide each day, so we recommend booking early, especially for weekends and December.