The Valley is most popular for its wineries and coal industries. Quality red and white wines are produced here with finest varieties of grapes. Most of the vineyards are situated in the Lower Hunter. Divided into 5 main areas, Lower Hunter has around 50 wineries in the whole area. The major concentration of vineyards and wineries is around Pokolbin, North-west of Cessnock. Some of the big names of wine industry, like Lindemans Wine, Tyrell's Vineyards and Wyndham Estate, have their wineries in the area.

The Upper Hunter boasts of vast horse breeding and racing facilities. It also has some vineyards to serve the wineries in the area.

Horse riding, golfing, hot air ballooning and skydiving are some of the adventure sports that will surely make your adrenalin rush. The traditional folk festivals are a big draw at the Hunter. The mixture of jazz, opera, seafood and local food is the major highlight of these festivals.

The Hunter Valley Steam Trains steam on the first three Sundays of each month and regular scenic cruises on the Hunter River and Lake Macquarie are the kind of thrilling moments you can look forward at the Hunter.

To see the very best that the Hunter Valley has to offer, be sure to book Hunter Valley accommodation and stay a couple of days... or even a week. We have cheap Hunter Valley accommodation available at some of the finest and luxurious hotels, resorts and guesthouses. The bountiful locales of exquisite Hunter are beckoning with pride – enjoy an affordable by booking with us!