Transport and Shuttle Buses
A Lovedale Long Lunch ticket does not include transport unless purchased directly from Rover Coaches. Here are a few ideas that might help you to organise transport to and from:
Rover Coaches Coach Packages
For a range of coach transport options and bookings, including the shuttle bus that runs on a constant loop between the participating venues on the day, visit: www.rovercoaches.com.au .Please note: the shuttle ticket is a $25 all day ride (9.30am to 4.15pm) ticket.
There are now three options available.
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Event Ticket and Transport Package - includes transport to and from local accommodation. Your bus and driver will collect you from your accommodation in the morning and operate on a designated loop throughout the day and then return you to your accommodation at the end of the day. You will stay with the same bus and driver for the entire Lovedale experience visiting two wineries during the day. Please be aware when you book these packages you will not be able to select your venues, these will be advised to you on the day! You are booking a surprise Lovedale Long Lunch experience and Rover Coaches look after you all the way!
These Rover packages include a Lovedale Long Lunch entry package, so if you would like to book transport with Rover Coaches, go to www.rovercoaches.com.au
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The Shuttle Bus Transport operates between the wineries on LLL weekend. Tickets are $25pp. The shuttle travels a one-way circuit - Allandale-Tatler-Gartelmann-Saltire-Emma’s-Sandalyn. Shuttles run every 10 – 15 minutes from each venue starting from 9:30 am to 4pm. No pre-booking is required, simply pay for a ride all-day ticket. At peak times, the shuttle can take up to one hour to travel the circuit. You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the event.
You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the event.
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Shuttle Bus & return transport from Rydges Resort Hunter Valley or Cessnock CBD (Cessnock on Saturday only)
The bus collects from Rydges, includes your all day shuttle bus and return to Rydges after the event. Tickets are $30pp. The shuttle travels a one-way circuit – Allandale – Tatler – Gartelmann – Saltire - Emma’s - Sandalyn. Shuttles run every 10 – 15 minutes from each venue starting from 9:30 am to 4 pm. You can pre book this through the Rover website or pay on the day! At peak times, the shuttle can take up to one hour to travel the full circuit.
Tastes of the Hunter Wine Tours
We are offering transport to the Lovedale Long Lunch from Sydney (both Saturday and Sunday) as well as from local Hunter Valley accommodation venues, the Central Coast and Newcastle.
You can check out our page and transport offerings here: http://www.tastesofthehunterwinetours.com.au/lovedale-long-lunch-from-sydney
Tastes of the Hunter is a Sydney based tour company offering full day tours from Sydney to the Hunter Valley wine region.
Zepher Tours Packages
Travelling to the Lovedale Long Lunch from Sydney? Enjoy your weekend from the moment you step on the bus. No boring commentary, just some fun facts and great music that lets you unwind. Book your hassle-free return transfer from Sydney here: https://zephertours.com.au/tours/sydney
Operating on Sunday only.
Cutting Edge Adventures
If you are travelling from the Northern Beaches of Sydney, jump on board our bus for a fun & relaxing day in the Hunter Valley. Our buses are comfortable, air conditioned & full of people having a fun time listening to great music. Book your return package on 0424 033 606
Aero Logistics Helicopters
Travelling by helicopter is an experience that stays with you long after touching down. Aero Logistics Helicopters offers accommodation and winery transfers through Lovedale Long Lunch weekend. Joy flights available from Emma’s Cottage and Tatler Wines. Transfers available between Emma’s Cottage, Tatler Wines, Sandalyn Estate and Saltire Estate. Visit our website for more wine tours and scenic flights options. https://aerologistics.com.au/scenic-tours/hunter-valley-helicopter-tours/ Or call us on 0408 649 696
Hunter Valley Helicopters
See Lovedale from the sky and arrive in style when you fly with Hunter Valley Helicopters. Transfers from accommodation and wineries available throughout the Lovedale Long Lunch weekend. Transfers and joy flights available from Emma's Cottage, Sandalyn Estate, Saltire Estate and Tatler Wines.
huntervalleyhelicopters.com.au
Taree - Forster - Port Stephens - Newcastle
(Private Charter also Available for Saturday & Sunday)
Travelling to the Lovedale Long Lunch from any of these locations, you can rest assured you will be in good hands. Travel in airconditioned comfort in our late model coaches with the optimum itinerary to suit. Gather your friends and call 0411 568 022 or book on-line here: www.travelwise.net.au.
Remember not to drive if you have been drinking. RBT means you need a plan B! (Please note: this applies to Bicycles also).