Top Australia Dining Experiences - page 5

Premium Wine Tasting – A guided tasting session at Sirromet’s Cellar Door, featuring a selection of premium wines crafted in Queensland’s Granite Belt. Expert Wine Knowledge – Learn about the winemaking process, tasting notes, and food pairings from our knowledgeable staff. Delectable Seafood Platter for Two – A generous, locally sourced seafood platter at the Tuscan Terrace Restaurant. Scenic Dining Experience – Enjoy stunning views of Moreton Bay and the picturesque Sirromet Winery estate. Exclusive Winery Setting – Immerse yourself in the relaxed yet elegant atmosphere of one of Queensland’s most renowned wineries.

Located in the Margaret River area, Leeuwin Estate is well-known by locals for bringing together food, art, and winemaking in one scenic location. This curated half-day experience helps you go beyond a quick tasting, combining guided insight into the winery and its Art Series produce with a multi-course tasting menu—paired with estate wines. It's a seamless alternative to juggling multiple winery visits and restaurant reservations.

I'm proud to open my public wine tours for 2026 I'm your personal guide on this fantastic full-day wine-tasting tour. Visiting 3 of the very best wineries in the Yarra Valley, along with a visit to the famous Chocolate Factory and Ice Creamery. Smaller wine tours with a personal touch. Come for the wine and enjoy the Chocolate. Travelling in the company's Mercedes-Benz 8-seater Valante or the Toyota Tourbus for larger groups. From Melbourne City Centre, we take the 1-hour drive to the Yarra Valley wine area. I will guide you around four of the very best wineries in the Yarra Valley. Leaving at 9:30 a.m. and returning around 4-4.30 p.m. You will be tasting the finest Australian wines, renowned worldwide for their cool-climate varieties, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Shiraz. I love showing visitors to Melbourne this beautiful region. You are taken care of every step of the way. This is my business, one of which I am very proud, and I can't wait to meet you. Adrian

Experience a guided tour of an award-winning whisky distillery only 40 minutes or so south of Melbourne CBD. Learn all about the whisky production process and see it for yourself, as well as tasting 4 single malt whiskies, including the opportunity to taste test whisky straight from the cask. Your whiskies will be paired with a premium selection of local cheeses.

A hot air balloon ride over Melbourne offers unprecedented views of the city’s attractions including the MCG, Shrine of Remembrance, and Albert Park. This early morning flight, which departs at dawn and includes a complimentary breakfast, elevates an already special experience to an unforgettable one. The perfect way to see the city for travelers looking for something unique and luxurious.

Hop aboard a 115-foot (35-meter) catamaran and explore the natural and historic beauty of Tasmania's West Coast. Cruise down the Gordon River where you’ll disembark for a stroll through the rainforest and discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed South West Wilderness. Plus, enjoy a buffet meal featuring locally raised smoked salmon as part of the cruise.

Go beyond just seeing the Outback and actually experience the flavors, songs, and stories of rural Queensland with this dinner and show in Longreach. Sit down to an outdoor dinner by the Thomson River, where the menu features typical Australian bush food, and you enjoy live entertainment and some dancing. Before dinner, take a tour of the local floodplains to admire its rural beauty.

Enjoy a romantic flight above the clouds on this hot air balloon trip over the scenic Yarra Valley. Drift over the rolling hills and valleys of the Yarra and snap memorable photos of the region’s sprawling wineries as the sun rises over the horizon. Afterward, toast to your morning adventure with a complimentary champagne breakfast at a classy local country club.

Visit some of the best wineries, distilleries, breweries, and eateries in McLaren Vale with a local guide. You’ll spend the whole day eating and drinking but won’t have to risk driving yourself around or getting lost. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour with a maximum of 12 travelers. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Experience the decadent taste of wine and cheese on this VIP small-group tasting at Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard’s stunning cellar door in Pokolbin in the Lower Hunter Valley. Join your in-house wine expert in the vineyard’s heritage-listed museum space where you’ll sample an array of premium wines and taste fortified wines direct from the barrel, perfectly paired with a locally-sourced cheese platter.

Head to Brown Brothers for the best brunch in the King Valley. Pairing Brown Brothers finest prosecco and a delicious array of gourmet goodies, including pastries, sweets, local artisan cheeses, and seasonal fruits, this private treat is the best way to start your morning. Served in the winery’s very own Prosecco Lounge, the brunch spread includes an opportunity to taste the entire range of Brown Brothers prosecco, along with tea or coffee.

Experience the best of Western Australia on this sea-to-plate cruise of Rottnest Island. First, head out in search of western rock lobster with the help of an experienced crew. Your lobster catch will be served for lunch during a seven-course feast that includes fresh local seafood delicacies, such as Shark Bay tiger prawns, blue swimmer crab cakes, and seared West Australian scallops. Still and sparkling wines from Margaret River's Howard Park winery plus local and international bottled beers accompany the decadent menu.

Get out of busy Melbourne for the day and enjoy the rugged beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. Leaving the city behind, you’ll drive to must-see sights like London Bridge, the seaside town of Sorrento, and Arthurs Seat. You won’t just travel by car, though: take a harbor cruise admire the views from Murrays Lookout for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love, for different views of the peninsula. This is a fun day out that travelers with a range of interests will love.

Explore Mornington Peninsula with this active tour, where you’ll have the chance to do stand up paddleboarding, share a winery picnic, go for a bushwalk, and relax in the hot springs. This is all organized for you, so you just need to experience all of the activities. You’ll SUP at Port Phillip bay, have a boxed picnic lunch, and finish at Peninsula Hot Springs.

Escape the shoreline crowds and experience Magnetic Island from the water on a relaxed lunchtime sailing cruise from Nelly Bay. Step aboard a yacht and glide toward secluded coves and quiet beaches, with time to swim when the anchor drops. While you enjoy the water and scenery, lunch is prepared on board, turning a few hours at sea into an easy, low-effort way to explore Magnetic Island and unwind.

Treat your loved ones to a progressive lunch that travels by motoryacht to the most scenic parts of Sydney Harbour. Get great views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge as you cruise to Watsons Bay for your appetizer course at a classic waterside eatery. Continue past Middle Head to Balmoral where you stop at your second waterfront restaurant for your main course. Return to your boat for the cheese course. Sparkling wine and other drinks are included.

Spice up your 4-hour Sydney sightseeing cruise by adding a Latino flavour! Marvel over iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House as you glide around Sydney Harbour, then turn your attention to the dazzling on-board entertainment. Tuck into a delicious buffet dinner, accompanied by live music and dance, and make the most of the licensed bar (own expense).

Celebrate a New Year’s Eve you won’t forget in a hurry on a dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour. The gourmet buffet dinner includes luxurious options such as lobster, salmon, gateaux, and Belgian chocolates. Finish off with French and Australian cheeses. While you indulge, enjoy the beautiful harbor views, which will be lively with a massive party, culminating in a fireworks display at midnight.

- Learn about the history of these iconic Perth landmarks - Get some tips on how to take great night photos with your smartphone - Have your photo taken in front of the Blue Boathouse at night by your guide - Dessert, hot chocolate and sparkling wine from the South Perth Foreshore with stunning city views

Experience one of the world's most iconic destinations in style. Cruise around the beautiful Sydney Harbour and enjoy a premium dining experience. Seating just 80 people, this is the most stylish and unique way to discover the magic of Sydney Harbour. The menu features seasonal and regionally sourced food and wine from New South Wales. Dinner is a thoughtful and regionally focused menu, served over three delicious courses. Plus Welcome glass of bubbles

Wine connoisseurs will love learning more about an award-winning Australian sparkling wine on a private vineyard tour with masterclass. Discover what sets this sparkling wine apart, from how it’s made to what to pair it with. Sample some aged wines, followed by a degustation lunch designed to match the wines.

Treat yourself and the family after a long day of driving or sightseeing in Queensland with a stonegrill dining experience at The Welcome Home in Longreach. Get the most meal for your buck, and customize it how you want, with your own choice of meat and sides and an all-you-can-eat dessert bar. Cook your meat on a sizzling stonegrill, a modern reinvention of traditional campfire cooking methods practiced by Australia’s 19th-century bushmen.

Enjoy a delicious and adventurous afternoon aboard a chartered boat on Bull Bay off Bruny Island, Tasmania, where professional divers will harvest the freshest fish, and chefs on board will create a wonderful feast. You’ll also get to sample Tasmanian cheese, and possibly sea urchins, periwinkle, muscles, oysters, and Tasmanian Blacklip abalone.

Explore the natural beauty and history of Moreton Island on this eco-adventure. Depart from Newport Marina and snorkel through famous wrecks teeming with vibrant marine life, then relax on white sandy beaches and swim in crystal-clear waters. Join an educational marine safari to spot dolphins, turtles, dugongs, and stingrays, while the crew shares fascinating insights. Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are included.