Hunter Valley
- ★★★★1/2
- Train journeys
If you love train travel, this Australian journey ticks all boxes
For most of the year, this train is the Ghan, travelling the historic route between Darwin and Adelaide. Come summer, there’s a change of scenery.
- Justine Costigan
My trip to the Hunter cured my greatest fear
This short-trip itinerary showcased the best of the Hunter Valley and Newcastle’s wine and dining, with some thrill-seeking on the side.
- Jessica McSweeney
- ★★★★★
- Hotel reviews
Perfect score for this luxe NSW wine country gem
Hunter Valley newcomer Villa Alaia makes one of the strongest cases for staying indoors we’ve seen.
- Katherine Scott
This upgraded retreat now mixes wellness with indulgence
An ice bath and sauna to play at virtue between visits to local cellar doors? Oh, yes, you can “do you” at this Hunter Valley retreat.
- Katherine Scott
Ten of the world’s greatest experiences for foodies right now
If you’re the type to curate an entire travel itinerary around your must-eats, then this list is for you.
- Traveller team
Six of the best tried, true and new Hunter Region eateries
The Hunter’s burgeoning culinary scene – with its mix of newcomers and old favourites – is celebrated every April with a month-long food festival.
- Sheriden Rhodes
- ★★★★
- Hotel reviews
Australia’s oldest wine region has a slick new retreat
Despite the Hunter Valley vineyard setting (with vines first planted in 1968), it’s all mod cons here at The Lane Retreat.
- Trudi Jenkins
The French couple behind a luxurious new NSW escape
The site of a former dairy farm offered all the elements for this French couple’s accommodation dream: wildlife, natural bush, good wines, luxury comforts and star-gazing.
- Anthony Dennis
Hunter Valley, NSW: Australia's oldest, most underrated wine region is on Sydney's doorstep
It's easy to overlook the Hunter's impressive credentials - not only is it Australia's oldest wine region, it also has the most cellar doors (more than 150).
- Rob McFarland
Tower Lodge, Hunter Valley review: Australia's most unusual luxury lodge
Staying here is like watching an art movie you're not sure you really 'got', then realising you're still replaying it in your mind months later.
- Craig Tansley