Food, Wine & Nightlife in New South Wales

Embark on a full-day adventure through the forests, mountains, and vineyards of Victoria. Enjoy tea and birdwatching in the Dandenong Ranges, and cruise through a verdant landscape aboard the historic Puffing Billy steam train. Discover the vineyards of the Yarra Valley as you sample premium regional wines at wineries cellar-door tastings. Plus, upgrade to include a gourmet lunch with wine pairings.

Taste a range of great beers and learn about craft brewing in Sydney on a tour with a knowledgeable guide. You'll also see the inner workings of the breweries and meet the people who are revolutionizing beer-making in Sydney. Choose from three options: two different six-hour tours include a delicious pub lunch, and the three-hour tour, offered in the  afternoon, hits the highlights in a shorter time frame.

If you want to leave Australia with a lasting memory, and perhaps some new skills, try this cooking class hosted by Sydney Seafood School in the Sydney Fish Market. Get a real taste of local flavors and, after watching a demonstration, try your hand at making dishes inspired by fresh Australian seafood. Enjoy included wine tastings to match the dishes and take home a recipe booklet and souvenir apron.

Explore World Heritage-listed wilderness with your eyes and taste buds as you discover spectacular rugged scenery with local food and produce. We start by collecting you from your CBD hotel for an early arrival into the mountains to get into some amazing photo opportunities, and learn all about the incredible region.By the time you get to us, you already know that the Blue Mountains is a World Heritage listed National Park. The trick is finding someone who knows the place like only a local can, to take you to all those hidden nooks and crannies not known to the general public, all the while ticking off icons like the Three Sisters. We will take you to our favourite spots, source local produce for a progressive lunch, and chat to you about all the things we have learned about the beautiful Blue Mountains including its rich indigenous history and geology.

Enjoy a stylish sojourn in the Southern Highlands with this full-day wine tasting tour, including hotel pick-up. Travel by luxury Mercedes Benz, stopping along the way for expert-led tours and tastings at up to five of the region's most prestigious wineries (depending on option selected). Finally, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (included), paired with fine regional wines.

Leave the Gold Coast in the rear view mirror and head to Tamborine Mountain to indulge in a day of wine tasting, food, and exploration during this full-day, guided tour with lunch and tastings included. Enjoy mountain views on route to four distinct wineries to sample up to 10 varieties at each. At Tamborine Mountain Distillery sip world famous liquors. Later, snack on artisanal cheese at Witches Cheese factory.

Discover the history of Sydney on a 2.5-hour walking tour and pub crawl in The Rocks. Your knowledgeable and entertaining guide takes you to four of Sydney's oldest pubs where you try a different glass of craft beer, cider or wine in each venue. Learn about the early days of the British colony in Australia and hear the stories of these old-time pubs as you enjoy their rich atmosphere and tasty drinks.

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.

Spend some time like a classic Aussie on a historical pub tour of The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighborhood. Join a fun-loving and informative guide, and visit some of the quarter's oldest drinking holes to experience authentic Aussie pub life. Enjoy five drinks and dinner; discover pubs' behind-the-scenes secrets; and uncover the The Rocks' history, discovering how its drink spots have shaped local culture. Includes souvenir gift, photos, and discount vouchers for local shops and restaurants.

Soak in 360-degree views as you dine on a delicious buffet lunch or dinner at Sydney Tower Restaurant's revolving restaurant. From your vantage point high above the streets of Sydney, the views change as the restaurant slowly revolves during your meal. Large picture windows frame iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay and, in the distance, the Blue Mountains. The buffet lunch or dinner includes a range of tasty dishes that is sure to please everyone in your party.

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.

Sample lots of great wine, cheese and other gourmet treats on a full-day tour to the Hunter Valley. Known for its great growing climate and fine wines, the Hunter Valley also boasts fantastic food producers who make the most of the fresh local ingredients. Your guide takes your small group to boutique wineries and cheese producers to sample the goods. Learn more about the winemakers and foodies who have given the Hunter Valley a reputation for excellence. Its worth the trip from Sydney!

Take in views from one of Sydney's best vantage points, the revolving restaurant at 360 Bar and Dining, which perches on top of Sydney Tower, 88 stories above the ground. Choose from an à la carte menu to customize your 2- or 3-course meal, enjoying an elegant meal while overlooking the stunning Sydney skyline. This sophisticated restaurant offers an intimate, stylish fine dining experience, with contemporary Australian-French fusion cuisine.

Discover the delicious food of Sydney's vibrant Chinatown district with a food-loving guide who takes you to local favorites. Sample a variety of dishes from different parts of China, Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines, with enough food to make up a full meal. You’ll also meet restaurant owners and chefs, hear personal stories of immigration to Australia and learn how family recipes have been adapted with Australian ingredients. Get the inside scoop on favorite eateries and enjoy an array of tantalizing flavors on this fun and informative food tour.

Discover the boutique wineries of Mt Tamborine on a full-day tour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Your wine-savvy guide takes you to some of Queensland's best local wineries for tastings of award-winning wines and a gourmet 2-course winery lunch. If your schedule allows, stop to sample locally made liqueurs, spirits, cheese and fudge. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group tour, which allows for a more intimate experience.

Meet your guide for a VIP, evening tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House. Explore beneath the sails, and discover the stories of this world heritage listed building. Dine at Bennelong, the Sydney Opera House's signature restaurant. Indulge in a two-course pre-theatre meal with two paired wines to create the ultimate Sydney Opera House experience. A must-do Sydney Opera House experience!

HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONSDoor-to-door transport in luxury Tesla with driver.The Grand Pacific Drive will take your breath away with its stunning beauty.The Sea Cliff Bridge is an amazing feat of engineering. Visit the spectacular Kiama Blowhole. Savour a two-course lunch today at a delightful caf e style restaurant.Enjoy private wine tastings. Visit the historic town of Berry.Spend the day discovering the magnificent coast from Sydney down south to the quaint coast town of Gerringong, stopping at panoramic view points along the way including the breathtaking view at the Bald Hill Lookout, the incredible Sea Cliff Bridge, and on to the Kiama Blowhole. Visit a few select premium Shoalhaven wineries prized for their cool climate wines.Enjoy a delicious two-course lunch. After lunch to walk and explore the expansive Seven Mile Beach with its long stretches of white sand before travelling on to the historic town of Berry.