It’s no surprise that food and wine are popular at the Down Under Endeavours offices, and we’d love for you to experience both while traveling with us! We travel overseas every year to ensure you have the most up to date and unbiased information, refreshing our favored list of wineries and vineyards. Whether you’re a Merlot of Chardonnay lover, we’re sure to find a food and wine destination you will love!

Food and Wine Experiences

  • Walk past the waiting lists at the best restaurants
  • Journey through Mornington Peninsula with a top chef
  • Dine by starlight in the Sound of Silence deep in the heart of the Outback
  • Sip wines straight off the vineyard on the New Zealand classic wine trail
  • Take a cruise to enjoy fresh mussels and Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough, New Zealand
  • Enjoy a gourmet meal overlooking a beautiful blue lagoon in Bora Bora

Let our team at Down Under Endeavours curate the perfect luxury vacation based on your interests, timeframe, and budget. To get a taste of what’s possible, check out these sample itineraries. Have a look, see what catches your eye, then chat to the Down Under team to custom-create your food and wine travel packages. Occasionally, we offer traditional “package” vacations focused on a special event. But those are the exception, not the rule. Our food and wine travel packages will be a trip of your lifetime and will be unique to you.

Sample Vacations

13 days

Romantic Luxury Private Vacation: Fly, Sail, and Savor New Zealand

Discover New Zealand’s pristine wilderness with the utmost luxury and exclusivity. Enjoy private boat charters and helicopter excursions to explore some of New Zealand’s most dazzling scenery, from active volcanoes to icy blue glaciers to golden beaches.

12 days

Ultimate Golf, Wine, and Wildlife + Great Barrier Reef

In Tasmania, golf Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm before wine tasting and wildlife viewing. Fly to King Island for golf at Cape Wickham, followed by legendary Kingston Heath and Royal Melbourne Golf Clubs. Finish with 3 days in Port Douglas for a reef and indigenous walkabout.

14 days

Australian Luxury Vacation: Reef to Reef Adventure

Discover Australia’s most magnificent natural attractions in 5-star luxury. Begin your journey on a private island where you can explore the Great Barrier Reef with no one else in sight. Jet over to Ningaloo Reef to swim with the whale sharks, then indulge in an epic food and wine adventure in Margaret River.

14 days

Luxurious New Zealand and Private Island Fiji

Luxurious New Zealand and Private Island Fiji This package was planned for two Florida ladies wanting to celebrate 20 years of friendship. They both had a passion for travel and New Zealand was on their bucket list. After a long time traveling, the duo hopped in their rental car where they drove to Fiordland Lodge. Read More…

7 days

Food and Wine Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package for Culinary Enthusiasts

Savor the Flavors: Food and Wine Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package for Culinary Enthusiasts Savor the Flavors of Australia on this seven day culinary and cultural odyssey with our exclusive Brisbane and Cairns vacation package. Explore the vibrant city of Brisbane with a private tour, then soar over breathtaking landscapes on a Byron Bay Farm Read More…

13 days

Sydney and Melbourne + the Yarra Valley and Rainforest

Discover the best of Australia in the vibrant cities of Melbourne and Sydney! World-class golf, wine, wildlife encounters, and a Blue Mountains nature tour are all included in this fabulous Australia highlights vacation. End your stay in the beautiful Daintree Rainforest

10 days

Ultra-Luxury Australia Vacation

Explore Victoria in style with in-the-know local guides. Discover hidden gems in the city, explore wineries and beaches in the Mornington Peninsula, and venture into the bushland to see kangaroos in the wild. Then head to Tasmania for more wildlife adventures and beautiful scenery.

17 days

Australia and New Zealand Culinary Package

Taste your way through Australia and New Zealand on this culinary tour. Visit Tasmania, Melbourne, and Sydney, then visit the New Zealand Wine Trail.

11 days

Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train

Explore the best of Australia’s luxury living, with exclusive experiences that bring the country’s unique offerings to life. From golfing Melbourne’s top courses, to epicurean adventures in the Mornington Peninsula, to soaking up outback scenery from the comfort of a luxury train, this trip gives you a bit of everything.

13 days

Australia Luxury Travel Package: Great Ocean Road, Wine, and Wildlife

Drive along the Great Ocean Road, take a wilderness safari through the Outback, and indulge in gourmet food and wine in the Barossa Valley.

7 days

Island, Reef and Rainforest Adventure: Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package

Island, Reef and Rainforest Adventure: Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package Embark on a week-long odyssey with our exclusive 7-day Brisbane and Cairns vacation package, curated for ultimate indulgence and adventure. Immerse yourself in the charm of Brisbane with a private city tour, unveiling the city’s hidden gems. Soar above the azure waters on a Moreton Read More…

13 days

Spoil the Senses: Essential Australian Luxury Package

From awe-inspiring sights to fresh regional flavors, this 5-star vacation showcases Australia’s most indulgent highlights. Soak up the vastness of the remote outback, sample fine food and wine in the Barossa Valley, uncover Melbourne’s hidden gems, and unwind in serene spa country.

11 days

Indulgent Escape: New Zealand Luxury Vacation

Enjoy a true feast for the senses! Stay in New Zealand’s most luxurious boutique accommodations, from alpine lodges to deluxe treehouses, and delight in outdoor adventures that will leave you speechless.

10 days

New Zealand Highlights: Scenery, Adventure, and Wine Package

Enjoy the highlights of New Zealand: gorgeous mountains, glacial lakes, sunny vineyards, and sweeping coastal views!

15 days

New Zealand Honeymoon Package: Feast of the Senses

On this New Zealand Honeymoon Package for food and wine lovers, travel the New Zealand Wine Trail, stay in boutique hotels renowned for their cuisine, and take in the stunning scenery of New Zealand.

9 days

Wine and Wildlife Adventure Australia: Sydney and Kangaroo Island

On this Kangaroo Island and Sydney highlights tour, get up close and personal with iconic Australian animals! Explore Kangaroo Island with a private guide and see Sydney through the eyes of a local on a lunch cruise.

8 days

Luxurious Reef and Beach Escape

Luxurious Reef and Beach Escape This Luxurious Reef and Beach Escape was designed by a couple celebrating their 25th anniversary. The couple had Australia on their list for a while and wanted to experience a place like Lizard Island for a truly luxurious celebration. After arriving to Australia off of a Qantas flight, the two boarded Read More…

7 days

Nature and Wildlife Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package

Wilderness Wonders: Nature and Wildlife Brisbane to Cairns Vacation Package Witness the wonders of wildlife and wilderness on this immersive seven-day vacation with our exclusive Brisbane and Cairns package. Experience the best of both worlds as you delve into city life with a private tour of Brisbane and get up close to wildlife on a Read More…

9 days

Australian Vacations: Best of Western Australia

Go off the beaten path in Western Australia and soak up the relaxed Aussie lifestyle. Explore the vibrant city of Perth with its beautiful beaches, discover the flavors of Margaret River wine country, and swim with majestic whale sharks—the gentle giants of the ocean—in Ningaloo Reef.

11 days

New Zealand Wine Vacations: Unique Food and Wine

Taste the delicious flavors of New Zealand with this unique vacation. Visit famous wine regions and sample the very best New Zealand has to offer.

12 days

Australia Highlights Travel Package: Adelaide, Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney

Short on time? Hit the top highlights of Australia: Adelaide, the Great Barrier Reef, and sunny Sydney! Explore local flavors, ancient rainforests, deserted beaches, and mountains where you can see wild koalas.