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- Robert McGufficke, General ManagerLocal Tip
When you stay Rydges, you stay local, and there’s nothing quite like a truly local experience.
The quintessential Hunter Valley experience has to include a breathtaking hot-air-balloon flight with Balloon Aloft over Australia’s oldest wine region. There is no better way to take in everything this stunning location has to offer. It’s an early start, but so worth the effort, as you rise up with the sun and meander over the beautiful Hunter landscape.
Be sure to tag us on social media @rydgesresorthuntervalley to share your local experiences with us.
- Robert McGufficke, General Manager
Whether right here at the resort, or waiting beyond our bounds, Hunter Valley has so much to do, see and savour. Whilst the options are endless, there’s something special to suit each and every stay – so you’ll never have the same experience as anyone else.Steal some time poolside between meetings, take a swing at a game of golf or sink into bliss at the spa. Let your senses guide the way, and taste your way through a brewery tour or treat your eyes to our gallery’s local art. Play alongside the little ones at our waterpark and range of kids activities – and make your family holiday one for the memory books. If you’re looking to explore more of the region, discover what’s on at Hunter Valley Wine Country | Here’s to the Good Life.
What's On
Hunter Valley HopExplore like a local – A full-day experience with convenient pick-up and drop-off at designated locations.
Sydney Brewery Tours & TastingsGo behind the scenes at Sydney Brewery Hunter Valley Discover the art of brewing and immerse yourself in the world of craft beer and cider…
December 25, 2026Christmas Buffet LunchCelebrate the festive season at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley Escape the kitchen and let us take care of everything with a Christmas Day Buffet Lunch at…
Resort Hunter Valley Experiences
Christmas Buffet LunchThings To DoCelebrate the festive season at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley Escape the kitchen and let us take care of everything with a Christmas Day Buffet Lunch at…
Sydney SeaplanesThings To DoSydney Seaplanes offers an unforgettable way to experience Sydney from above. Departing from the waterfront Empire Lounge in Rose Bay, these iconic seaplane flights…
Gartelmann WinesLocal Wineries‘If you are looking for the full package of great wine, mouth-watering food and warm hospitality, look no further than Gartelmann Wines.’ A boutique Cellar…
Mercer WinesLocal WineriesAlison and Aaron Mercer warmly welcome you to their modern cellar door in Pokolbin, where award-winning wines meet relaxed hospitality. Mercer Wines has been brewing…
Thomas WinesLocal WineriesThomas Wines is one of the Hunter Valley’s most renowned winemakers, nationally and internationally acclaimed for exceptional, single vineyard Hunter Valley wines. Thomas Wines is…
Savannah EstateThings To DoSavannah Estate Wines are produced from small select parcels of premium fruit grown in renowned viticulture regions throughout Australia. We hand select varietals from Australia’s…
Cael’s Gate WinesLocal WineriesCael’s Gate is a family-owned and operated boutique winery, established in 2016. Since our inception, we’ve prided ourselves on crafting award-winning wines. We firmly believe…
deCapel WinesThings To DodeCapel Wines is a boutique, family-run vineyard producing Hunter Valley classic varieties – Semillon, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Rose, as well as a Sparkling Semillon Verdelho. Originally…
Elbourne WinesThings To DoA boutique winery nestled on the undulating Terra Rossa hills of Pokolbin – the heart & soul of the famous Hunter Valley wine growing region….
First Creek WinesThings To DoFirst Creek Wines, founded by Greg and Jenny Silkman in 1998, has built a strong reputation for elegant, expressive wines sourced from the best sites…
Margan WinesLocal WineriesMargan was established in 1996 by Lisa and Andrew Margan in the picturesque village of Broke, Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region. Second generation winemaker…
Mount Pleasant WinesLocal WineriesEstablished in 1921 by Maurice O’Shea, Mount Pleasant are proud owners of some of Australia’s most historic vineyards; Lovedale, Rosehill, Old Hill and Old Paddock….
Balloon AloftThings To DoExperience a sunrise adventure flight with the 2 x Australian Tourism Award Winner, Balloon Aloft. Celebrating 45 years of offering the best flight experiences to…
Hunter Valley Wildlife ParkThings To DoEncompassing expansive grounds, we diligently care for over 200 animals, contributing significantly to the preservation of their populations threatened by habitat destruction worldwide. Thanks to Australian…
Audrey Wilkinson VineyardThings To DoExperience Audrey Wilkinson, Pokolbin’s oldest vineyard, through immersive wine experiences at their heritage listed cellar door. The 270 acre vineyard is named after one of…
Briar Ridge VineyardThings To DoBriar Ridge Vineyard, located in Mount View, Hunter Valley, combines traditional winemaking with modern technologies, earning recognition as a Halliday Red Star Winery. Their wine…
Pinnacle Team EventsThings To DoPinnacle Team Events creates unforgettable team building experiences that help empower, motivate and inspire teams! With more than 20 years in corporate events and over…
2026 Event CalendarBlogDive into 2026 at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley with our annual Events Calendar! From school holidays and themed buffet lunches to exciting, themed nights, we’ve…