Local Cuisine 

Perhaps one of South Australia’s best kept secrets is the picturesque McLaren Vale where vineyards, almond orchards and olive groves all grow within sight of the sea. The region is known for its wonderful Shiraz and Grenache which are grown in many family owned boutique wineries. On this tour you will have the chance to taste wines and produce at exceptional estates; Parri Estate - a family wine company producing wines that are a unique reflection of the region in which they are grown. Leconfield McLaren Vale – the Cellar Door is also company headquarters, and the home of Richard Hamilton Wines, the building is nestled amongst the vineyards with magnificent views to the Willunga escarpment. McLaren Vale Olive Grove – to sample Olive Oil products including oil, fruit, pastes, and wine beauty products and fine local almonds at the Almond Train A tasting and lunch will be hosted amongst beautiful scenery at a local winery, the perfect way to encapsulate your day in McLaren Vale.

South Australia’s best-known wine region, the Barossa Valley is home to many of Australia’s major producers. This tour takes you into the heart of Australia’s single most important wine producing region for a day of structured wine appreciation tastings, gourmet food and delightful surrounds. Explore the valley on a scenic drive and visit famed Jacob’s Creek Winery, Australia’s largest wine brand. Your tour includes a formal tasting and a two-course epicure lunch with matching wines. Next, explore all your senses with a visit to Yaldara Estate for a tour and tasting, one of the most picturesque and attractive wine tourist destinations in Australia. Nestled in a private valley, surrounded by picture postcard vineyards, the Chateau sits proudly, perched on a hill overlooking the North Para River. Last but not least enjoy a tour and wine tasting at Chateau Tanunda based in an amazing village of leafy streets and heritage with sausage shops, German bread shops and German-style restaurants – as well as boutiques, galleries and wine shops. A must do event in Adelaide.

Here’s your opportunity to explore one of New Zealand’s most treasured destinations - Akaroa, the first town to be settled in the South Island. French colonists arrived here over 160 years ago and today their Gallic influence remains in the town’s architecture and street names. Be entertained by a sheep shearing demonstration at Manderley Farm plus a display revealing the importance of highly trained yet intuitive dogs in the successful operation of a sheep farm. Sample some of New Zealand’s finest produce at Barrys Bay Cheese. The clean, fertile pastures of the Peninsula produce some of the finest milk with which their cheese is made.

New Zealand is recognized as one of the world’s finest producers of wine, and Auckland is one of the original wine producing areas of the country. Travel the Auckland wine trail to visit three of the country's premier wine estates for guided tours and tasting. Few wineries in New Zealand can claim to have a prouder winemaking heritage as Soljans Estate Wines. Today this is a company that thrives through the appreciation and loyalty of wine lovers in both New Zealand and overseas. Here you can enjoy tastings. Next, pay a call to the proud owner of some of New Zealand's most respected pioneering wine brands; Nobilo Winery. The Nobilo family was key drivers in taking the New Zealand wine industry away from hybrid grape varieties and fortified wines, to classic varietals and a higher level of quality wine, now recognised and appreciated by all markets. At Coopers Creek Vineyard, best known for its reserve chardonnay, sample a number of varieties renowned for their full-bodied taste.

Start your tour by visiting a traditional market and see the daily bustle and local wares that define Lombok, on the way experience the ‘bird market’ of native and exotic birds (once a status symbol for local lords) and the marketplace becomes alive with song and colour. Next, Lombok’s holiest temple, Lingsar, which was built in 1714 and is probably the only Hindu temple in the world where Hindus, Muslim’s and Buddhist's all come to worship. Moving on to the beautiful Mayura Water Palace, you can see first hand the ‘royal water garden’ and court of justice from the reign of the Balinese kingdom. Afterwards, enjoy a buffet lunch at the Puri Mass Hotel and Restaurant on Senggigi Beach. Complete your tour of Lombok by visiting Sukare; one of the most important traditional art villages which is famous for its beautiful and traditional hand woven clothes.

Begin your exploration of Lombok with a visit to a local market; here you can shop for souvenirs and traditional wares whilst soaking in the culture and activity of local life. Continue on to Lombok’s famous pearl market, a jewel that Lombok has become renowned for due to its quality and value. At Getap Village, you can witness traditional blacksmith labours and see the daily routines to be found in this village. Next the tour will take a well deserved rest at Medang where a seafood BBQ will be hosted with a traditional Sasak dance performance. This is an opportunity to see how Lombok’s music and dance are rooted in Sasak culture and distinctively different from elsewhere in Indonesia. Complete you tour with a visit to Banyumulek, a local artesian village where the making of pottery is their way of life. Watch potters immersed in their craft and delight in the variety and colour of the most sought after souvenirs in Lombok.

Gili Trawangan is the largest of Lombock’s Gili Islands and acclaimed as one of the most beautiful and popular destinations for international visitors. Your tour commences via coach then boat to the island, at which point your holiday in Lombok will begin! Choose to spend your day exploring the island either on land or by sea with a range of activities such as horse riding, by cidomo (horse drawn carriage), biking and more. For those who have chosen by sea, the water tempts you with diving, snorkelling and kayaking, just to name a few. There are no motorised vehicles so expect to embrace underwater tropical gardens and beautiful blooming landscapes either by foot, bicycle or cidomo. Lunch has been prepared at the exclusive resort of Villa Ombak; the first international hotel to call this magical island home, before tour guests are escorted back to the ship.

Depart Lembar Harbour to Villa Sayang Boutique Hotel, where one of Lombok’s well known Celebrity Chefs; Mrs. Inaq Rosa will take you on a Sasak culinary experience. Join Inag to prepare and cook traditional and unique Sasak Village cuisine at her own personal paradise, Villa Sayang. Showcasing a few of her favourite dishes, such as a tasty chicken curry, Satay served with Topat (steamed rice cake) combined with Gado Gado (mixed vegetables) and a delicious peanut sauce, you will truly embrace the Sasak culture. Once your holiday has ended, you can share your new found culinary expertise with friends and family; much to their delight!

A town tour with a difference – a foodie twist in particular - covering different places to other town tours, with a few minor exceptions, and explores Broome from a food perspective! Experience the multicultural heart and soul of Broome through its local delicacies, the perfect introduction to Broome for travellers who are keen to explore a different side of this diverse outback town: friendly people, secret places, colourful history and especially, the local produce and cuisine. Our afternoon epicurean adventure explores the highlights of this remote Kimberley oasis and its fascinating history while indulging in its best culinary secrets. Along the way, our guide will also reveal the town’s favourite restaurants and their signature dishes, providing real local insight into eating out in Broome. Visit the Kanagae Estate to see the mango orchards and taste some of their delicious local produce including mango wine and fudge. Sample fresh oysters at the Broome jetty and taste local beers at the Matsos Boutique Brewery while learning of its unique history. Enjoy a bush tucker walk and try a local recipe at Minyirr Park, a cultural corridor of native habitat bordering Cable Beach. Indulge in a Japanese-infused treat of sushi or pearl meat (when available) en route to the Japanese Cemetery. We finish the tour with a cocktail style BBQ platter sitting at the water’s edge, overlooking Cable Beach. Yum - what a tour!

Cable Beach is one of the world's great beach destinations – over 13 miles of white-sands against the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Witness the spectacular sunset at Cable Beach while enjoying a glass of wine or beer and a selection of canapés. During this romantic and enchanting evening the view is captivating as the azure sea turns crimson then silver as the sun sinks below the horizon. Each night is a unique spectacle and will provide you a memory to treasure.