Tasting Australia Airlines – Melbourne to Limestone Coast

Even ancient places can be seen anew. Go further on this overnight adventure. Explore natural wonders and indulge across dining experiences only the Limestone Coast can offer.

Five chefs are crafting food for the journey: Mark Best, Tony Carroll, Kirby Shearing, Clare Falzon and Paul Stone. Each has a unique take on mod-Oz cuisine, embracing its breadth in delicious new ways.

Guests will travel from Melbourne (Essendon Airport) to Naracoorte aboard a private charter plane and begin with a tour of the spectacular Naracoorte Caves and fare prepared by Carroll

From there it’s a short ride by bus to the Coonawarra vineyards of winemaker Sue Bell Much is afoot beyond hefty cabernet, as Bell – and two fellow district producers – will show. Enjoy a fireside dish with your tastings.

Penola is home for the night; check in and freshen up before a four-course dinner at nearby Ottelia. Chef Stone is at the helm; joined by Best – formerly of Sydney fine diner Marque and South Australian star Falzon.

Day two will begin with a visit to Mount Gambier’s Umpherston Sinkhole/Balumbul, for coffee and a light breakfast prepared by local chef Shearing. Next the coast. You’ll tour local seafood purveyor Ferguson Australia at Port Macdonnell before a crayfish driven lunch prepared by Carroll.

Venture beneath the surface on this very special, all-inclusive odyssey.