Our experienced Aussie Team have hand-picked some of the best experiences to do in Australia. Whether you want to go on a cruise, scenic flight or a food and wine experience or maybe a day hike. We have loads of great options to suit all types of travellers. We hope you enjoy.
Big Grape Winery Tours Offers Fun & Knowledgeable Private Wine Tours In The Yarra Valley. We Can Guide You Or Take You To Your Preferred Cellar Doors Or Venues. We Can Also Visit Gin Distilleries, Breweries For Beer And Cider, Chocolate Factory, Dairy And The Healesville Sanctuary (Some Additional Cost May Apply). We Are True Locals That Live In The Valley And Can Maximise Your Experience With Our Local Knowledge.
Big Grape Winery Tours Offers Fun & Knowledgeable Private Wine Tours In The Yarra Valley. We Can Guide You Or Take You To Your Preferred Cellar Doors Or Venues. We Can Also Visit Gin Distilleries, Breweries For Beer And Cider, Chocolate Factory, Dairy And The Healesville Sanctuary (Some Additional Cost May Apply). We Are True Locals That Live In The Valley And Can Maximise Your Experience With Our Local Knowledge.
Epicurean offer the smallest group size tour for the Mornington Peninsula at 6 guests.
Local and friendly guides with an inside knowledge and passion for the family stories on the Mornington Peninsula.
You’ll enjoy fabulous scenery just over an hour from your Melbourne City accommodation, fresh and local produce at one of the most awarded restaurants on the Mornington Peninsula
Over 22 years of touring excellence guests tell us they book with Epicurean because of the extensive knowledge and good humour of guides, great choice of wineries, family owned and operated both big and boutique.
They have organised food and wine experiences for smaller groups of maximum 6 guests with private upgrade options.
Minimum 4 guests for tour to operate
We reserve the right to book the itinerary based on availability and for the best guest experience for the date booked. Depending on individual booking numbers groups sizes may be at 8 guests
I’m very proud to open my public wine tours for 2024
I’m your personal guide on this fantastic full-day wine-tasting tour. Visiting 4 of the very best wineries in the Yarra Valley
Travelling in the company’s Mercedes Benz Tourbus 14 seater from Melbourne city Center, we take the 1-hour drive to the Yarra Valley wine area.
I guide you around 4 of the very best wineries, with wine tasting at each one! Leaving at 9.30 am and returning around 6 pm.
You will be tasting the best Australian wine, famous worldwide for its cool climate wines from Pinot Chardonnay and Shiraz.
The group is escorted around the vineyards by myself as tour guide as we don’t use truck drivers to take out our tours.
I love showing visitors to Melbourne this beautiful area.
You are taken care of every step of the way. This is my own business, One of which I am very proud, and I can’t wait to meet you. Adrian
This tour offers an authentic Byron Bay hinterland experience to travellers visiting the Northern Rivers. It allows the community to learn about local products, meet with their local farmers and understand the hard work behind following sustainable farming practices. This is the perfect outdoor activity to discover the beauty of the Northern Rivers and taste the delicious products of the Byron hinterland.
11 courses curated by Luke Nguyen that takes you a on journey of Australia’s multi-cultural heritage that has South East Asian flavors, native ingredients and fresh produce paired with matching wines
Experience an action packed day on this day trip to Lake Mountain Alpine Resort and the iconic Yarra Valley departing from Melbourne. Toboggan, cross-country ski, or simply enjoy the snow at Lake Mountain Alpine Resort. Visit the stunning Steavenson Waterfall of Marysville and get your taste buds moving with a stop off at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery.
From the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington to Hobart’s scenic waterfront, this is the ultimate bike riding adventure experience.
Starting from Hobart’s waterfront we head to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington for spectacular views across Southern Tasmania including an elevated look over the beautiful city of Hobart. After soaking in the views we experience Tasmania’s ultimate downhill bicycle ride – 1272 metres to sea level. Along the way, this 21 km guided journey captures contrasting landscapes from sub-alpine and mountain rainforests to the vibrant waterfront of Hobart. For the more adventurous an optional off-road section is available. This tour is suitable for anyone who can confidently ride a bike and meets safety requirements of a minimum height of 150cm and maximum weight of 120kg.
The History & Donuts Walking Tour explores iconic sites in Melbourne, starting at Federation Square, visiting Hosier Lane, St Paul’s Cathedral, Young & Jackson’s Hotel, Centre Place, Collins St, Mitre Tavern, Hardware Lane, Old Melbourne Gaol, Little Lon, Chinatown, and ending at State Library Victoria. The tour features two donut stops, a coffee stop and a glimpse into the city’s history, art, and architecture. Tour ends at State Library Victoria. Come hungry as there’s food stops along the way. Tour may alter slightly on Monday’s and Wednesday’s due to Queen Victoria Market being closed.
It’s no secret the Eyre Peninsula is home to some of the world’s best seafood. Far from the pollution of big cities and framed by the untamed Southern Ocean, here rugged coastline is punctured by sheltered coves creating the perfect blend of aquatic environments for marine life to thrive. The Eyre Peninsula’s unparalleled seafood can be found in restaurants across the world but is best sampled straight from the source. Free your inner hunter and gatherer and dive for abalone, shuck oysters just plucked from the ocean and reel in fish off the back of a boat. Sample your way around the region with the immersive ocean to plate experiences and learn about the seafood industry from those who live and breathe the salty air. Set to the backdrop of the Eyre Peninsula’s pristine coastal environment and paired with gourmet lunches, local produce and wine, and luxury accommodation, this is the ultimate seafood lover’s experience
Explore the beautiful Sydney Harbour from on board a private catamaran. Cruise Sydney Harbour exploring the natural and iconic city sights. Relax and enjoy a light morning/afternoon tea on the water as you cruise with the Captain and take in the serenity and views of the harbour.
An intimate catamaran cruising experience on board Enigma X with the luxuries of a spacious internal cabin, along with a covered aft deck, large bow area and flybridge for prime photo opportunities. Enigma X is a great vessel for small, intimate groups to enjoy the harbour and has a functional layout that can be enjoyed in all weather conditions. A great way to cruise Sydney Harbour!
Enjoy a private 90 minute* catamaran cruising experience in the company of your family and friends, with a maximum group size of 20 guests.
Morning/afternoon tea is provided on board, including a selection of cake and biscuits + tea, juice/water. There is also the option to BYO alcoholic beverages on board.
The Yarra Valley tour is a perfect match for wine lovers. Indulge yourself and discover award-winning vineyards, cellar doors, and wineries. We will visit four local wineries. Sample handmade chocolate at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Cream Company.
Take your time to spend a glorious afternoon amongst the flora and fauna of the Royal Botanic Gardens enjoying an indulgent picnic hamper curated by Luke Nguyen. Just collect your picnic box from Botanic House at your selected time, find a spot in the expanse of the gardens and simply indulge in an array of savory and sweet treats, where Australia’s seasonal produce has been blended in South East Asian flavors and native ingredients in a fresh modern twist, all paired with a bottle of wine
Winner of 2020 Best Tourism Experience, 2021 Best Tourism Operator & Attraction and 2022 Best Customer Service*.
The perfect day. Electric bike ride along the stunning coast followed by paddle boarding on the Onkaparinga River. Top it all off with a meal at a local eatery followed by a wine tasting in McLaren Vale. All in one day!
*Onkaparinga Business Awards
The Sydney Connection conducts inner city dining tours of Surry Hills, Darlinghurst and Potts Point. Accompanied by a well-connected local guide, our walks are aimed at visitors and Sydneysiders who want to go ‘where the locals go’. We will welcome you like an old friend and take you where the locals dine.
We offer our guests the chance to experience Sydney’s fabulous small bar culture and dine at three different inner-city Sydney restaurants in one evening. It’s a great opportunity if you are only spending a short time in our city and want to gain an understanding of our food culture and night time vibe.
Bei is where our Darlinghurst dining tour begins. Located a few steps from the famous Darlinghurst Rainbow crossing and the high-energy pulse of Oxford Street. You can feel the grit that holds together this nightlife precinct, building on its rich history of gay-culture and the darker side of Sydney’s nightlife.
The Sydney Connection conducts inner city dining walks of Surry Hills, Darlinghurst and Potts Point. Accompanied by a well-connected local guide, our walks are aimed at visitors and Sydneysiders who want to go ‘where the locals go’. We will welcome you like an old friend and take you where the locals dine.
We offer our guests the chance to experience Sydney’s fabulous small bar culture and dine at four different inner-city Sydney restaurants in one evening. It’s a great opportunity if you are only spending a short time in our city and want to gain an understanding of our food culture and night time vibe.
You can also ask your guide all your Sydney questions: our history, the demographics of the precinct, the latest real estate prices or just where to go for breakfast.
Potts Point has been entertaining locals & visitors alike since the 1940’s and she does it well. Whether your dining alfresco on a vibrant laneway or in an eccentric old terrace house on a back street.
Today is all about completely immersing yourself in quintessential Australian beach culture. Your local Splendour host will meet you bright and early at your hotel for an exclusive day exploring the best of Sydney’s Eastern beaches. Experience one of the most stunning coastal walks in Australia – taking you from Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach, and all the wonderful hidden beaches and coves in between. As you will be covering about 6 kilometres (4 miles) of coastline on foot be sure to wear your most comfortable shoes, hat and sunscreen.
We’ve also arranged a private surf lesson on Bondi Beach with a highly experienced local instructor. No matter what your skill level, there is nothing better than experiencing Aussie beach culture from a board on Bondi Beach.
When you’re full of smiles, sun kissed and feel like a local, we’ll take you back to your hotel.
7.30am – 3pm
If you are a huge foodie, or just want something different to do in Adelaide, this food history tour is for you!
On this two-hour Adelaide food tour, discover the local meats and sweets of South Australia with a small group. As we detail the history of these locally made products, you’ll taste the city’s best chocolate, nuts, and iced coffee, plus oddities we grow up eating in Adelaide: a frog cake and some fritz. Finally, lunch will be provided from within the market at a popular bakery (a meat pie/pasty etc of your choice). You’ll take away a surprise dessert plus extra goodies to continue your Adelaide food journey!
*Vegetarians can be catered for if requested on booking or via email. Please nominate if you’d like a spinach and fetta roll, vegetarian pasty or vegan pasty so we can ensure this is reserved for you on the day.
*Children will receive a flavoured milk or juice instead of iced coffee unless requested otherwise.
*Tours run with a minimum of two guests.
Do you have a free day on Kangaroo Island, and wanting something fun to do? Discover nature & wildlife and Kangaroo Island wine & local produce on this fantastic new day tour. Apart from its amazing wildlife, Kangaroo Island is well known for its thriving food & wine industry and your local guide will introduce you to some of the island’s leading creators where you will taste some local Kangaroo Island produce. This tour departs from Penneshaw, American River and Kingscote hotels, and you will need to select your departure option at time of booking.
Make an appointment for your private 50-minute tastings & platter activity.
We tell the stories of our vineyard and our wines, and answer all your questions. Enjoy the art by Susan Denny in our authentic industrial workplace Cellar Door!
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