Food, Wine & Nightlife in Australia

Visit Tasmania's historic Cascade Brewery and learn about the history of this important local institution. Go on a guided tour and learn about the ingredients and craft that go into the beer-making process. Then, head for the brewery's tasting room for fresh beer and cider made on site. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Cascade's beer garden, grab a bite from the caf e, and purchase souvenirs from the brewery store.

Get a taste of the tropics on this full-day tasting tour of the Atheron Tablelands from Port Douglas, including hotel pick-up. Visit boutique wineries, meet with artisan producers and stroll around coffee and banana plantations, stopping to sample a variety of wines, chocolates, cheeses and beers. After a delicious lunch at the Mount Uncle Distillery, enjoy a tour of Coffee Works, spot platypus in the outback and indulge in homemade ice cream at the Emerald Creek Ice creamery.

Try beer production school lessons rather than a pedestrian tasting. Cascade Brewery - one of Australia's oldest working breweries - offers two drinks of cider or beer to pair with informal lessons in food matching and their own beer and cider production. School is quick, inexpensive, probably fun, and holds lessons daily.

Indulge your inner foodie with a full-day gourmet tasting tour of the Hunter Valley, including breakfast and lunch. Follow your guide, a professional chef, to shop for fresh fish and seafood at the Sydney Fish Markets and sample local specialties with a visit to an artisan producer. Then, visit three of the region's best boutique wineries, where you'll indulge in fine wines paired with regional delicacies like pan-fried barramundi, kangaroo steak or freshly rolled sushi. This small group tour is limited to 11 people, ensuring an intimate local experience.

Discover the natural wonders and varied wildlife of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park on this 3.5-hour tour of Australia's southwest coast. Keep your camera handy as you pass landmarks like Sugarloaf Rock, Canal Rocks and Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse; spot bottlenose dolphins along the coast; and spy Western Grey Kangaroos as you travel through the Yallingup Hills. Stop along the way to sample local specialties and enjoy wine tasting in the Margaret River Wine Region. This small-group tour is limited to 12 for a personalised experience and includes hotel pick-up from Busselton.

Spend the day at Moorilla Estate for a unique Tasmanian winery experience that includes world-class art. You'll start with a ferry ride and admission to Mona (the Museum of Old and New Art), known as much for its underground labyrinth-like architecture as for its art collection. Then enjoy a seasonal lunch, followed by a tasting and behind-the-scenes tour at Moorilla Estate, which continues to make 'best of' lists since it opened in 2011.

Explore southwestern highlights with this diverse full-day tour to the Margaret River winemaking region from Perth. Along the way, visit the record-setting Busselton Jetty and Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Enjoy a platter lunch and cider samples at a boutique brewery, and stop at a historic winery to taste the region's renowned vintages. You'll also learn about the area's ancient geologic history as you wander through the magnificent formations of Mammoth Cave.

Go behind the scenes of Adelaide's food scene and get the inside scoop on the city's top foodie destination - the Central Markets. Start your 2-hour morning tour with a delicious breakfast at the heart of the market, then set off to discover the many stalls, selling everything from fresh seafood to freshly-ground coffee. Follow your guide to the best stalls, learning about local favorites and regional specialties, and stopping along the way to taste juicy tropical fruits, creamy yoghurts and homemade chocolates.

Enjoy a brewery tour of the famous Carlton and United Brewery, an Aussie powerhouse that makes some of the continent's favorite beers, including Carlton Draught, VB and Crown Lager. Your tour takes you behind the Abbotsford Brewery doors to explore the craft of brewing and more than 150 years of history at this landmark brewery. Wrap up your tour by tasting several frosty brews from the brewery tanks.

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Treat your taste buds with a guided culinary tour of Australia's charming Mornington Peninsula. Sample regional wines and cider at cellar door tastings, locally made goat cheese at a boutique dairy and scrumptious fruit-flavoured chocolates and liquors at a strawberry farm. Enjoy free time to explore the town of Flinders, followed by a beach walk in warm weather. Enjoy the fun and intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 24 people.

- Take a relaxed coach tour of Melbourne City taking in all the sights such as Lygon Street, Fitzroy Gardens and MCG - Take a guided walk through Melbourne's famous laneways and arcades. Perhaps enjoy a coffee (own expense) and experience our unique laneway culture. - Take a 2 hour guided Ultimate Foodie Tour of the Queen Victoria Market - Meet and learn about the vendors - Generous samples and tastings available throughout the tour

Visit South Australia's Barossa Valley wine region on this day trip from Adelaide that includes tastings at four wineries, plus a winery lunch. With a guide, discover Peter Lehmann, Chateau Yaldara and Langmeil Winery for a well-rounded winery experience that introduces you to varietals from both established and newer wine producers. Learn insider facts about winemaking in this renowned region, and stop by other attractions like the Whispering Wall and Mengler's Hill Lookout. This tour is limited to 20 people.

Explore the Atherton Tablelands from a culinary perspective on this day trip from Cairns. With a guide, journey to off-the-beaten-path locations where you'll visit a coffee plantation, macadamia nut and dairy farms, and a winery for samples of cheese, chocolate, tropical wine and more. Stop at natural attractions like the Curtain Fig Tree and Lake Barrine in Crater Lakes National Park, and enjoy a seafood lunch at a local pub. This tour is limited to 20 people.

Get a taste of the Atherton Tablelands during this 10-hour food tour and tasting experience from Cairns. Learn about how the volcanic soil allows cultivation of diverse range of produce and taste the spoils of this region. All tastings and meals are provided, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off.

Get a taste of local Darwin life on this guided bicycle tour to the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets. Riding together in a small group of no more than 10 people, pedal to the Darwin Esplanade and Botanic Gardens on the way to markets. Along the way your guide shares stories about Darwin's rich history and culture. After spending some time at the markets, return to the central departure point via a different route so that you can take in even more of the sights.

Get a taste of the Swan Valley, Western Australia's oldest wine region, on this 6-hour tour from Perth. Discover the region's famous grapes with wine tastings at two boutique wineries, sample regional cheeses, then indulge your sweet tooth with hand-made chocolates and truffles at the Margaret River Chocolate Company. Finish with a wine-fuelled cruise along the scenic Swan River and enjoy dazzling views of Perth as you glide back into the city.

Get a taste of Melbourne's cultural diversity with this culinary walking tour through the city's Chinatown. Explore this vibrant neighborhood with a local guide and stop in at four authentic eateries to taste delectable dumplings. Learn about the history of Chinese cuisine and how it gets a distinct Melbournian twist. Compare notes on your favorite dumplings with other members of your small group, which is limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience.

Visit McClaren Vale for a day of fine wine and food with a small-group tour from Adelaide. Located just 45 minutes south of Adelaide after a stunning drive along the Fleurieu Peninsula, McClaren Vale offers a refreshing change from the city. Enjoy wine tasting at five renowned wineries and a leisurely lunch at a winery restaurant. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide shares details about the wine making process and highlights of the region with your small group, which is limited to 10 people for a more intimate experience.

Head to the famous Queen Victoria Market and take a 2-hour barbecue class. This class is an introduction to the different types of BBQ, various cooking techniques, how to choose and prepare meats, and an overview of rubs and marinades. Sample some delicious meats and craft beers to end the tour and receive notes and information to help you on your BBQ journey.