Food & Wine Experiences 2025
Melbourne for Foodies
Mercure Hotel Welcome Melbourne
Melbourne's most centrally located accommodation, Mercure Welcome Melbourne is surrounded by the city's popular shopping precints, theatres, galleries, bars and restaurants, along with iits own Soul Cafe and The Louden Kitchen and Grill.

Choose from modern Standard, Family, Superior and Privilege accommodation options. All hotel rooms feature modern furnishings, televisions with 16 Foxtel channels, mini refrigerators and wireless internet access. Other facilities include valet or self car parking as well as luggage storage. Perfect for both the business and leisure traveller.
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Standard Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 21 Jul 25, 27 Jul - 25 Sep 25, 28 Sep - 30 Sep 25, 14 Dec - 24 Dec 25 & 1 Jan - 10 Jan 26 $442 $103
1 Oct - 13 Dec 25, 2 Feb - 4 Mar 26, 9 Mar - 11 Mar 26, 16 Mar - 18 Mar 26 & 23 Mar - 25 Mar 26 $460 $109
NOTE: '~Tour does not operate on a Sunday & select holiday and event dates.
Includes: 3 nights at Mercure Hotel Welcome Melbourne (3.5 star) in a Standard Room
- Complimentary full breakfast daily
3 hours Melbourne Foodie Discovery Walk~
- Two savoury stops (usually Vietnamese sandwich and shared plates of dumplings)
- Melbourne's famous specialty coffee - as you like it
- Three sweet treat stops (usually macaron, chocolate and gelato)
- Beer, wine or soft drink at a laneway bar, loved by locals
- Small group tour maximum 10 people
- Guided tour by Melbourne local expert
Adelaide Gourmet Delights
Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets
Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets, an IHG hotel features a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool in Adelaide. Located around a 3-minute walk from Victoria Square, the hotel is also 366 m away from Adelaide Central Market. The property has a fitness center, free WiFi throughout the property and a 24-hour front desk.
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Standard Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 9 Apr 25, 15 Apr - 9 Jul 25 & 15 Jul - 31 Oct 25 $729 $159
1 Nov - 13 Nov 25, 24 Nov - 30 Dec 25, 1 Jan - 12 Feb 26 & 23 Feb - 31 Mar 26 $816 $188
NOTE: ^Tour operates Monday, Tuesday and Thursday except Christmas & New Years Days.
Wirra Wirra Vineyards is unavailable during selected peak periods and selected public holidays. Woodstock Wine Estate will be the replacement winery for wine tasting.
Includes: 3 nights at Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets.
Full Day McLaren Vale & The Cube Experience^ including
- d'Arenberg Cube tour and wine tasting.
- Shared lunch and wine pairing at Chalk Hill Wines & Cucina Di Strada
- Beresford Wine Tasting Pavilion for beer, wine or gin tasting.
- Wirra Wirra Vineyards for wine tasting.
- Pick up and drop off from hotel.
Barossa Valley Food & Wine
Barossa Weintal, Barossa
Only an hour's drive from Adelaide, the Barossa Weintal is located in the small township of Tanunda, close to restaurants, wineries and boutique shops. Rooms and suites are equipped with modern facilities ensuring a comfortable stay. While in the Barossa, visit award winning wineries, Maggie Beer's Farm Shop or hike one of the many walking trails.
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Superior Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 8 Apr 25, 14 Apr - 5 Jun 25 & 9 Jun - 28 Sep 25 $983 $149
29 Sep - 2 Oct 25, 6 Oct - 30 Dec 25, 2 Jan - 15 Jan 26, 26 Jan - 5 Mar 26 & 9 Mar - 31 Mar 26 $1,115 $193
NOTE: ^Tour operates Friday to Monday. ~Tour operates Monday, Thursday to Sunday. +Offer is subject to vehicle availability. Minimum renter age without surcharge is 25 years. Drivers aged 21-24 years may be eligible to rent subject to an age surcharge. Rental is inclusive of unlimited kilometres, Loss Damage Waiver and zero excess. Rental based on pick up at Adelaide Airport and drop off at Adelaide Airport. Rentals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Avis rental agreement and the Avis standard driver and credit qualifications. Rental days are based on a 24 hour period.
Includes: 3 nights at Barossa Weintal Hotel
- Complimentary car parking
1 hour St Hugo & Reidel Masterclass^
- Introduction to Reidel glassware
- Masterclass with 4 wines
2.5 hours Maggie Beer's Farm shop Experience~
- 45 minute cooking demonstration with tastings
- History on the farm and farm shop with history on Maggie Beer
- Opportunity for questions and photos in the 'Exclusive Studio Kitchen'
- Guided wine and gin tastings
-Grazing platter with a glass of Pheasant Farm wine
4 days AVIS car hire in a Toyota Corolla or similar+
Hobart Gourmet Getaway
Crowne Plaza Hobart
Located in the city centre, Crowne Plaza Hobart connects it’s visitors, business or leisure, to the heart of Tasmania. A warm welcome to Tasmania’s capital, our contemporary hotel offers well thought out spaces to connect and recharge and modern rooms designed to ensure you rest and relax while making the most out of your stay.
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Standard Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 5 Jun 25, 8 Jun - 12 Jun 25 & 15 Jun - 30 Sep 25 $791 $161
1 Oct - 26 Dec 25 & 4 Jan - 31 Mar 26 $920 $204
27 Dec 25 - 3 Jan 26 $1,190 $294
NOTE: Tour departs daily at 7.45am except 25 Dec
Includes: 3 nights at Crowne Plaza Hobart
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Full day Bruny Island Traveller including:
- Guided tour of Bruny Island
- Private cheese and hand crafted ale tasting
- Fudge tasting
- Mead tasting and ice cream
- Oyster tasting
- Morning tea & lunch including two glasses of wine, beer or cider
- Return Ferry fares- Bruny Island Ferry crossing
- Pick-up and drop off from selected locations
Adelaide Hills Food & Wine Discovery
The Manna, Hahndorf
The Manna is modern and stylish accommodation located in the Heart of Hahndorf Main Street. Featuring all the facilities of a modern CBD Hotel, in the relaxed, regional setting of the Adelaide Hills. Boasting more than 50 Scandinavian-inspired rooms offers great comfort and quality. Set back off the historic Hahndorf Main Street, The Manna has 19 Superior Rooms, 27 Executive Rooms and 5 Indulgence Spa Suites each offering a high quality of style and comfort.
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Executive Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 30 Nov 25 $989 $134
1 Dec - 18 Dec 25 & 5 Jan - 31 Mar 26 $1,000 $134
19 Dec 25 - 4 Jan 26 $1,068 $134
NOTE: +Offer is subject to vehicle availability. Minimum renter age without surcharge is 25 years. Drivers aged 21-24 years may be eligible to rent subject to an age surcharge. Rental is inclusive of unlimited kilometres, Loss Damage Waiver and zero excess. Rental based on pick up at Adelaide Airport location and drop off at Adelaide Airport location. Rentals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Avis rental agreement and the Avis standard driver and credit qualifications. Rental days are based on a 24 hour period.
Includes: 3 nights at The Manna
- Complimentary car parking
Half day 'A Taste of Hahndorf' Gourmet Food & Wine E-Bike Tour
- Beerenberg strawberry picking (seasonal)
- Udder Delights Cheese Platter
- Shaw & Smith Wine Flight
- The Lane 'Taste the Lane' wine tasting
- All equipment hire including e-bike, helmets, and pannier bags
- Services of local guide
4 days AVIS car hire in a Toyota Corolla or similar+
Sydney Foodie Experience
Rydges World Square
Feel right at home when checking into Rydges World Square and enjoy the convenient location in the Central Business District. World-class Sydney accommodation and services raise the standard of hospitality while providing easy access to the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre.
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Deluxe Split King Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 27 Jun 25, 3 Aug - 11 Sep 25, 14 Sep - 30 Sep 25, 16 Dec - 29 Dec 25 & 2 Jan - 31 Jan 26 $970 $189
6 Oct - 15 Dec 25, 1 Feb - 16 Feb 26, 21 Feb - 26 Feb 26, 1 Mar - 5 Mar 26 & 8 Mar - 31 Mar 26 $1,069 $222
NOTE: '~Tour does not operate on Sunday. or 24/26/31 Dec & 01 Jan. #Tour operates Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Includes: 3 nights at Rydges World Square Sydney (4 star) in a Deluxe Split King
2 hours Captain Cook Cruise#
- Up to 2 hour harbour cruise (live music Saturday & Sunday nights)
- 3 course dinner
Full day Boutique Wine and Cheese Tasting~
- Escorted small group coach
- Tastings at 3 - 4 boutique wineries in the Hunter Valley
- Formal cheese tasting
- Relaxed cafe lunch with a glass of Hunter wine
- Pick up and drop off from select accommodation only
Dining Under the Stars at Uluru
Voyages Sails In The Desert
Sails in the Desert Hotel offers guests first class comfort at Ayers Rock Resort. Immerse yourself in the beauty of an ancient world from the sanctuary of this hotel.
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Superior Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 31 May 25 & 1 Nov - 30 Nov 25 $1,713 $336
1 Jun - 31 Oct 25 $2,019 $438
1 Dec 25 - 31 Mar 26 $1,689 $328
Includes: 3 nights at Sails in the Desert (5 star) in a Superior Room
- Complimentary return transfers from Ayers Rock Airport
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Indigenous guests activities program
Tali Wiru Experience (operates 01 April to 15 October only)
- Canapes and Champagne at sunset
- Didgeridoo performance
- Table d'hote 4-course dinner with Australian wine, coffee, tea and dessert wine
- Return transfers from Ayers Rock Resort
3 hours SEIT Uluru Highlights
- Outback sunrise picnic breakfast
- 1 x bottled water & refill water
- Expert driver/guide
- Return transfers from Ayers Rock Resort
Yarra Valley Food & Wine Experience
Yarra Valley Lodge
Perfectly positioned in Victoria's premier food and wine region, Yarra Valley Lodge is a 45 minute drive from Melbourne. Located on the grounds of the Heritage Golf and Country Club, the lodge features spacious, superbly appointed rooms with balconies overlooking the golf course or the native grounds.
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Lodge King Room (2 Nights) Twin
1 Apr - 30 Sep 25 $754
1 Oct - 30 Nov 25 $802
1 Dec - 18 Dec 25 & 5 Jan - 31 Mar 26 $819
19 Dec 25 - 4 Jan 26 $869
NOTE: '~Tour operates Thursday to Sunday and is closed select dates (public holidays & special events). +Offer is subject to vehicle availability. Minimum renter age without surcharge is 25 years. Drivers aged 21-24 years may be eligible to rent subject to an age surcharge. Rental is inclusive of unlimited kilometres, Loss Damage Waiver and zero excess. Rental based on pick up at Melbourne Airport location and drop off at Melbourne Airport location. Rentals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Avis rental agreement and the Avis standard driver and credit qualifications. Rental days are based on a 24 hour period.
Includes: 2 nights at Yarra Valley Lodge (5 star) in a Lodge King
3 hours Andre Experience: Tour, Tasting & Lunch~
- Guided winery tour
-Tutored wine tasting
- Selection of French family classic dishes for lunch with matching wines
3 days AVIS car hire in a Toyota Corolla or similar+
Brisbane Local Food & Wildlife Experience
voco Brisbane City Centre
Conveniently located on the banks of the Brisbane River in a precinct undergoing an exciting renaissance, voco Brisbane City Centre’s North Quay position delivers on premium yet unstuffy accommodation for the leisure-seeker and business traveller alike. Every creature comfort has been considered at voco Brisbane City Centre, and like our fun-loving Flamingo mascot, so have opportunities to play. A rooftop pool offers fun in the sun, and our lobby dining space, Kraft, serves up craft brews, local wines and cocktails, shape-shifting from cafe to lounge to bar as the day turns to night.
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Queen Standard Room (2 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 14 May 25, 19 May - 24 Jun 25, 26 Jun - 1 Jul 25, 3 Jul - 17 Jul 25, 21 Jul - 31 Aug 25, 1 Dec - 10 Dec 25, 15 Dec - 30 Dec 25 & 1 Jan - 31 Jan 26 $829 $137
1 Sep - 30 Nov 25 & 1 Feb - 31 Mar 26 $861 $153
Includes: 2 nights at Voco Brisbane City Centre (4.5 star) in a Queen Standard Room
Full Day Tour:
- Return coach transfers (pick up from select hotels only)
- Admission into Australia Zoo (5 hours to explore)
- Visit Mooloolaba Surf Club, taste the famous prawns & ice cold Queensland XXXX beer (other drink options and food platters provided)
- Complimentary Mooloolaba Beach Towel (time allowed for a swim)
Hobart Meets Art & Wine
Vibe Hotel Hobart
Of all the hotels in Hobart, none is better placed to deliver an ‘eat’, ‘play’ and ‘stay’ experience than Vibe. Situated in the heart of historical Hobart, this brand-new hotel embraces the Australian lifestyle to the full. The architecturally-designed facade - with its trademark coloured feature fins – has transformed Hobart’s skyline.
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Guest Room (3 Nights) Twin Extra Night
1 Apr - 30 Sep 25 $664 $128
1 Oct - 26 Dec 25, 4 Jan - 4 Feb 26 & 9 Feb - 31 Mar 26 $844 $188
NOTE: ^ Operates Fri to Mon departing at 10.15am returning approx 5pm. Does not operate 18, 21 & 25 Apr, 06 - 16 Jun, 25, 26 Dec 25, 01 Jan, 26 Jan & 09 Mar 26. Moorilla Deep Dive starts at 2pm
Includes: 3 nights at Vibe Hotel Hobart
Wine & Art ^ including:
- Return ferry transfers from Hobart to MONA.
- MONA entry
- 2-course lunch with one glass of Morilla wine
- Morilla Deep Dive - (guided tour of the winery, followed by a tutored wide range of tastings of Moorilla wines in the underground tasting room
Bonus: Stay a 4th night for FREE when travelling between 01 Apr - 30 Sep 25
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Janet Lewisham
Remuera, East Auckland
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