Golf and wine lovers unite, this tour brings the very best courses in the region paired with off course activities of the red and white variety.
More than just great golf and fine wine, this tour is the holiday that you deserve. We've included sightseeing tours of the beautiful surrounding areas and have included an upgraded room for your accommodation to ensure your stay is warm welcome away from home. Accompanying you on this tour will be expert winemakers, food connoisseur's and those that enjoy the finer things in life.
October is a fantastic time to visit The Hunter right in the middle of spring which will see the Hunter in full colour with ideal warm and dry weather
IÂ look forward to welcoming you to the Hunter and am available to field any questions you may have - call me anytime.
With every event you book with us we include an appointed Golf Journeys travel expert to help you.
Experience the luxury of having your golf clubs, airport transfers and more looked after for you.
Our team is available at anytime incase you need help with something or want more ideas on what to do.
Combine your golf with luxury accommodation already taken care of for you so you can relax easier.
‍Dining
5 x Breakfast Daily.
Welcome Winemaker Dinner including beverages
Full Day Gastronomy Tour, Cheese &Â Wine Tastings
Lunch including beverages at Restaurant Botanica
Putting Competition inc wine & cheese tastings
Farewell Dinner including beverages.
‍Golf
1 x Round at Cypress Lakes
2 x Round at The Vintage
All rounds inclusive of motorised cart
Accommodation ‍
5 Nights Luxury Accommodation
Chateau Elan Villa Studio
Chateau Elan Spa Suite
‍Transfers / Sightseeing
Return airport transfers from Newcastle/Sydney airport.
Round trip golf & tour activities transport.
Golf Club Valet
Sightseeing tours
‍Non-Golfer Inclusions
All functions & day trips.
Non Golfer Tour to Wineries & Local Surrounds
Full Spa Treatment at Chateau Elan
Other inclusions:
Souvenir Tour Polo
Quality prizes
Fully escorted by experienced host
24/7 onsite assistance
Transfer upon from the airport to your host accommodation at Chateau Elan, The Vintage Hunter Valley.
2pm - Transfer from Sydney Airport/City
3pm - Transfer from Newcastle Airport to Hunter Valley.
Our studio villas or spa suites enjoy an elevated position overlooking the verdant greenery of their fairway. Cascading down the hillside from the main hotel, all rooms have balconies or terraces to make the most of the stunning views, along with spacious layouts and elegant furnishings.
Tonight we will kick off the week of golf and fun with Brokenwoods winemaker who will guide us through a four-course degustation menu with paired wine tastings. Hosted in the VIP private cellar dining room. This will be an experience to remember.
âś” Welcome Winemaker Dinner including 3 Course meal with matched wines, Informative & fun commentary, Return transfers & A great selection of wines to enjoy.
After breakfast we will enjoy a round at The Vintage - a Greg Norman designed 18-hole championship golf that is challenging, engaging and welcoming in equal parts.
âś” 18 holes at The Vintage inc motorised cart
Non-Golfers, today will embark on an adventure of food, chocolate and wine tastings. You’ll be the most popular of the group as you’ll be the ones bringing back wine and goodies from your day amongst the vines.
âś” Non Golfers - wine tastings, tour and lunch
After your round of golf, we'll get to taste a selection of local wines & local cheeses as we present the daily winners of the day.
âś” 19th Hole:Â Lucky give aways, prizes, wine tastings hosted by Brokenwood & cheese tastings.
After breakfast we play our first round of golf at the nearby Cypress Lakes Golf & Country club.
Located in the beautiful wine district of the Hunter Valley, Cypress Lakes is a picturesque 6,487 metre par 72 18-hole championship golf course and is ranked among the top resort courses in Australia.
Post golf submit your scorecard and enjoy a beverage of choice or lunch in the clubhouse before your transfer back to Château Élan.
âś” 18 holes at Cypress Lakes inc motorised cart
This morning we depart to De Iuliis Wines to enjoy a private group tasting and tour of the vineyard. After our tour to you'll taste a wide selection of wines. Take the opportunity to purchase some of the best wine in Australia directly at the cellar door at great cellar door prices. The nearby Hunter Bell Cheese factory will also give you an opportunity to purchase some of the Hunters finest locally made cheeses.
âś” Wine & Local Cheese Tastings
After this morning’s tastings we have a very special lunch arranged at Restaurant Botanica, recently featured on SBS’s food escapes hosted by Maeve O’Meara, Restaurant Botanica is one of Australia’s best restaurants. Today’s lunch is sure to impress.
âś” Lunch including Sparkling on arrival, 5 course degustation lunch with matched wines & golf presentations.
After breakfast we will enjoy your final  round at The Vintage.
âś” 18 holes at The Vintage inc motorised cart
We complete our tour with a 3 course meal inclusive of beverages and prize presentations at Chateau Elan’s - Legends Restaurant.
âś” Farewell dinner inclusive of beer, wine and soft drinks.
Enjoy a leisurely morning before checking out and transferring back to Newcastle / Sydney Airport for your return flight home.
Meet new people on tour, enjoy your beverages of choice, celebrate with like-minded golfers & let your hair down.
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Our team has 10+ year’s experience in hosting some of the world’s most awarded golf events. We're also member of multiple of tourism institutions in both Australia and Asia. Plus at every Golf Journey event these come standard: Tried & tested golf itinerary, Appointed Golf Journeys travel expert, Premium centralised accommodation, Exclusive access to the world’s best golf courses, Dedicated golf & airport transfers, Golf club valet service, Stylish souvenir golf polo, Daily concierge and check-in at courses, Quality daily golf prizes, major prizes and crystal trophies, Lucky draws & luxury golf holiday giveaways,, Live online leaderboards & 24/7 onsite support.
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